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Photography courtesy of New Leaf Photography.

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Design for renovations

If you want to refresh and update your home, but are overwhelmed with interior decorating choices, we can create a cohesive and beautiful vision and make it come to life.

Using our 3D rendering software, we can show you how the finished home will look so that you are happy with the design before you invest in your renovation or even start construction. If you are simply upgrading your master ensuite or looking for a whole new design and floor plan for your home, we can help.

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Kitchen & Bathroom design

If you want to upgrade your kitchen or have a luxurious new master ensuite, we can help you come up with a plan to make the best of the space.

We follow NKBA kitchen and bathroom planning guidelines to create functional and stylish kitchen and bathroom plans.

 

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3d Rendering & visualization Services

 With our 3D floor plans you can see how your space will look before your renovation even begins. Our 3D plans help to show you the best use of your space and make your vision come to life. Once the plan is in place, you can even see how your chosen rug or art will look in your space.

Have us take a look at your home plans and start to work our magic.

 

 online + On-site design services

We offer home design packages with the advantage of our 3D rendering software for the visualization of your project prior to starting construction. We can design your favourite room, your main living areas or transform your entire home.  For those closer to home, we provide on-site design and help with your construction project through completion.

Please see below for some of our projects. Please click the pictures to see "before" images.

All styling & design work by HomeGlow Studio. 

Design Studio Office

 

 RENOVATION PROJECT

Our design studio is located in the beautiful Comox Valley, British Columbia.  

Most of our plans start with a sketch and brainstorming (pencil to paper) followed by a the creation of a 3D rendering, which brings the vision to life and allows us to play with textures and colours. 

 
We completely redesigned and renovated this former bedroom into the new home for our studio. In order to create value for resale or rental at a later date, we designed this so that the desk can be pulled out and replaced with a queen bed. The side t…

We completely redesigned and renovated this former bedroom into the new home for our studio. In order to create value for resale or rental at a later date, we designed this so that the desk can be pulled out and replaced with a queen bed. The side tables then become night tables.

Here you can see the original 3D rendering we created for this project prior to construction.

Here you can see the original 3D rendering we created for this project prior to construction.

Natural textures, aged brass & bold hits of black & white geo patterns make our new office a pleasure to work in.

Natural textures, aged brass & bold hits of black & white geo patterns make our new office a pleasure to work in.

Custom live-edge table and built-in banquette. This new design made the space more functional than the original builder floor plan. No more hitting heads on the light fixture! We also removed a wall to make the space more open and inviting.

Custom live-edge table and built-in banquette. This new design made the space more functional than the original builder floor plan. No more hitting heads on the light fixture! We also removed a wall to make the space more open and inviting.

RENOVATION PROJECT

We had a lot of fun working on this kitchen transformation. Working with our fabulous client, we helped her turn her traditional kitchen into a contemporary space more in line with her vision. The kitchen was transformed from a dark and cramped space into a light, bright and airy gourmet kitchen. Every inch of this project was thought out in advance including the hidden panelled dishwasher, drawer heights to fit our client’s pots and specialized drawer inserts. Other bespoke features include the dining banquette designed specifically for our client’s seating preferences, custom maple live edge table and 180 degree opening doors to the laundry area for ease of access.

Before pics can be seen here.

The classic tulip table compliments the contemporary vibe and custom blinds and drapery soften the room. Chairs from Tab Interiors.

The classic tulip table compliments the contemporary vibe and custom blinds and drapery soften the room. Chairs from Tab Interiors.

Matched grain cherry slab lower cabinets.

Matched grain cherry slab lower cabinets.

A dishwasher is hiding behind these!

A dishwasher is hiding behind these!

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Glass cascade light reflects in the mirror to give a feeling of depth to the space.

Glass cascade light reflects in the mirror to give a feeling of depth to the space.

LED light strips hidden behind dropped front slab doors, all electrical outlets and light switches on this side were recessed into the cabinetry for a clean look.

LED light strips hidden behind dropped front slab doors, all electrical outlets and light switches on this side were recessed into the cabinetry for a clean look.

Knife inserts built into the drawer.

Knife inserts built into the drawer.

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Parsons chairs courtesy of Tab Interiors.

Parsons chairs courtesy of Tab Interiors.

Handsome boy!“We are absolutely thrilled with our new kitchen and dining room. Sharleen’s detailed planning and design skills pulled it all together to create the fresh open concept we wanted. The newly renovated space is far more functional with in…

Handsome boy!

We are absolutely thrilled with our new kitchen and dining room. Sharleen’s detailed planning and design skills pulled it all together to create the fresh open concept we wanted. The newly renovated space is far more functional with increased storage. It is much brighter and is a joy to live in every day!”

5-Star Hotel Style Master Ensuite

 RENOVATION PROJECT

We utilized the hallway leading to our client’s small existing master bathroom to add function and create this two-room, spa-like master ensuite. The addition of the extra space enabled us to add a plethora of storage space, including a floor-to-ceiling custom built-in closet and a bespoke oak face-framed double vanity, custom-stained to coordinate with the tones in the cork flooring they have installed throughout the rest of their home.

Check out the before pictures here.

We completely redesigned and renovated this former small bathroom and hallway into a deluxe hotel inspired master ensuite with heated tile floors throughout, custom vanity and closet, walk-in shower and freestanding tub in second room.

This rustic stool provides a spot to reach soaps and shampoos from the elegant freestanding bath. Stool provided courtesy of States of Summer.

This rustic stool provides a spot to reach soaps and shampoos from the elegant freestanding bath. Stool provided courtesy of States of Summer.

The light dancing on the leaves of this pretty Buddha plant (thanks to Fifth Street Florists) helps to create one of my favourite vignettes in this space.

The light dancing on the leaves of this pretty Buddha plant (thanks to Fifth Street Florists) helps to create one of my favourite vignettes in this space.

The wood tones in the vanity coordinate with existing tones in the rest of their home.

The wood tones in the vanity coordinate with existing tones in the rest of their home.

We specified a warm tone-on-tone palette in-line with our client’s wishes to create this serene and relaxing escape.

We specified a warm tone-on-tone palette in-line with our client’s wishes to create this serene and relaxing escape.

Comox Commercial Building Gets Upscale Exterior 

 

 DESIGN PROJECT

This commercial health services building located on the waterfront in downtown Comox underwent a complete exterior transformation with the help our our design work. Keeping in mind the nautical theme and heritage style of other newer buildings in the downtown Comox core, we worked with our clients to add exterior design features that lent a more upscale craftsman look to the building.

See below for a before/after pictures.

The Landing - Before Picture.

The Landing - Before Picture.

 
Decorative pieces in the peaks, boxwood window boxes and a nautical colour scheme transformed this downtown Comox Commercial building by giving it to a more upscale, craftsman style.

Decorative pieces in the peaks, boxwood window boxes and a nautical colour scheme transformed this downtown Comox Commercial building by giving it to a more upscale, craftsman style.

A Bright and Modern Powder Room with Bespoke In-Wall Storage

POWDER ROOM DESIGN PROJECT

We transformed this formerly dark and traditional powder room into a modern and bright space. High gloss wall tiles bounce light around the room, while timeless penny tiles bring in some pattern and texture to add interest to the space. We also designed a bespoke in-wall cabinet to add a feature that gives our client bonus storage space.

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Custom cabinetry includes in-wall bonus storage for toiletries.

Custom cabinetry includes in-wall bonus storage for toiletries.

RENOVATION PROJECT

This luxurious master ensuite is the result of a lot of careful thought put towards aesthetics, function and safety; plus, careful attention to detail (down to the 1/32 of an inch) by all involved in this project (including our fabulous clients)!

Thanks to my hubby Dustin Kneeland (Main Street Renovations), for triple thinking every move on this complicated install. This spa-like bathroom includes an undermount quartz Bain Ultra tub with heated airflow and back rest and a custom steam shower with heated floors and seat. Other luxuries include heated towel rack, custom vanity, hidden storage cabinet behind artwork (thanks Charlie Mitchell), specialty lighting and more.

An install like this goes smoothly with the right team:)

Check out the before pictures here.

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From Dark & Dated to Fabulous Farmhouse

 

HOME DESIGN & STYLING PROJECT

HomeGlow owner Sharleen & her husband Dustin, owner of Main Street Renovations, have been gradually transforming this iconic 1935 Courtenay property on 5th Street into a showcase for their work.

 

When they purchased the home in 2009, it had knob and tube wiring, no insulation, years of wear & tear and just few updates since 1935. Today, it's a bright and airy space with an open floor plan and vintage craftsman style.

Classic French style landscaping & patio compliments the property and lends an air of opulence.

 

 
White wainscotting and a vintage style pendant light brighten this formerly dark entrance, while a heated floor of honed slate tile adds comfort & style.

White wainscotting and a vintage style pendant light brighten this formerly dark entrance, while a heated floor of honed slate tile adds comfort & style.

In a sunny spot in the back yard, a previously empty space was replaced with a lavender filled French style potager (kitchen garden) to grow fresh organic veggies.

In a sunny spot in the back yard, a previously empty space was replaced with a lavender filled French style potager (kitchen garden) to grow fresh organic veggies.

With this kitchen design & renovation, the couple recycled the cabinets from the previously dysfunctional kitchen and installed refinished  exterior French doors to stay in budget. A touch of luxe was added with carrara marble counters and stain…

With this kitchen design & renovation, the couple recycled the cabinets from the previously dysfunctional kitchen and installed refinished exterior French doors to stay in budget. A touch of luxe was added with carrara marble counters and stainless appliances.

Waterproof Studios Lobby, Vancouver

This 3D animation studio lobby area needed an overhaul to create a space that would welcome staff and executives. The long, dark and windowless lobby created some design challenges, but gave us the opportunity to come up with some creative solutions to make the space more welcoming. We added lighting to highlight their feature artwork, plus mirrors to bounce more light around the room and create the illusion of a wider space. The moss wall opposite adds a biophilic design aspect to soften the space and further compensate for the lack of windows.

Design Concept

The concept floor plan shows potential furniture placement and sizes as well as added feature lighting.

The pictures below show the space before as well as the design concept renderings prior to construction.

Progress photo as back wall awaits a custom-designed mural.

Waterproof Studios Board Room

A bright and modern boardroom with paint and graphics colour matched to the brand’s identity.

Boardroom Final Design after Construction and Install

We designed the initial concept with the idea of a whiteboard in mind on the back wall. Through the process, the clients decided to change the use of this wall to make it a backdrop featuring their logo for video conferencing with clients in LA and New York.