{ Craftsman Charm }
It’s Home Tour time again!
Today Kari is taking us to a lovely 40’s Craftsman Home in the heart of Courtenay. Like Kari, I adore homes from this era – and the Comox Valley is filled with them. These homes shine when given some special attention to bring them back into their former glory. Talented home owners, such as the owners of this home, deserve every bit of joy they receive from living in such a soulful home. Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us D & S!
Enjoy!
Hello Everyone, thanks for joining me!
The spirit of this Craftsman Cutie really captivated me, as well as the small details that give it a unique and cozy feeling. Since the home is older, it exudes a certain kind of personality that is authentic and inspiring. The home owner told me they found a meter stick in one of the walls during a renovation project which leads me to believe that every nook and cranny has a story to tell…if only these four walls could talk!
Living room:
{Super Suede Sofa} – The home owners have a young son, and for those of us that have small children, we know how important it is to have resilient fabrics for our furniture. They’ve selected a great sturdy sofa with a soft suede finish that offers snuggling comfort and peace of mind durability, but doesn’t sacrifice style. Tab Imports supplied us with some additional throw pillows, which helped to accent the neutral coloured sofa, and continue the red theme through the rest of the house.
~Designer’s Tip:~ ” There are many great upholstery fabrics available for families with young children, so keep the little ones in mind when selecting soft coverings for your furniture…you’ll be thanking yourself down the road!”
{Craftsman Coffee Table} – The design of this table lends itself to craftsman style, and mimics the existing architectural details throughout the home. Accessorizing the table top can be tricky with little hands within grabbing reach; so these items were selected again from Tab Imports, with the kiddo in mind. The wooden bowls are durable and can be filled with items that are kid friendly, and the whimsical birds can be quickly whisked away in the wicker tray if necessary.
Kitchen:
This couple and I share a love for older houses. Before my husband and I moved to Comox we restored a beautiful 98 year old period home in the core of bustling downtown. We were drawn to the home because of its quirky personality and architectural details that can be difficult to recapture in a newer home. One of those rewarding details was the massive window behind the sink, like the one in this kitchen. I used to peer out the window and mindlessly daydream while doing the dishes…I wonder if they do the same thing?
{Stunning Sunny Sink} – I LOVE a white sink in the kitchen, especially one surrounded by brick laid subway tile backsplash, beautiful wood countertops, and simple white shaker cabinets. Also, how fantastic to have a deep window sill above the sink to perfectly perch freshly picked bouquets, and creating a stunning focal point for the room.
{Irresistible Island} – How handy and adorable is this portable island! Having an island on wheels is a great solution for flexible storage, and provides an opportunity to re-purpose the unit in other areas of the kitchen when needed (use as a buffet at a dinner party). The additional work surface is also an added bonus, and I love the vintage artwork and practical towel hooks. The bead board panels and stainless steel top blend perfectly with the rest of the kitchen decor, and kudos to the home owners on choosing this fantastic red colour that really makes the accessories pop!
{Cute Cozy Corner} – This little corner showcases some of the fantastic original trims and mouldings that the home owner has decided to salvage. The colourful artwork is captivating, and draws attention to this space. This distinctive spot provides a perfect opportunity to display their charming kitchen collection.
For the rest of the home tour, please visit our { Photo Gallery }
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We want to say thanks again to Tab Imports, in Downtown Courtenay for allowing us to use their fantastic accessories for this photo tour! If you’d like to get achieve this look in your own home, we suggest you pop in and speak with one of their knowledgeable staff members.
i know this house, it is lovely, and it’s history is rich. i’m so glad you featured it!