The goal of this project is to examine places of resting and working, and the dynamics within the residential environment, exploring the creative roles of mood, spirit, and quality of life and their effect on the intricate detailing of spaces.

 

Client: Deanna & Mitchell

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• Deanna is from Italy and has a shop that sells high end Italian furniture and appointments, both traditional and country. She has a very keen sense of design, as well as colour, and would like this reflected in the house.

• Mitchell is retired and works from home on his investments.

• They are active in the art community, and have an excellent collection of both Canadian and Italian art.

• They also have a large house in Italy which they visit for 2 months each year.

• Deanna is a superb cook and enjoys entertaining at dinner one or two nights a week. She likes the Kitchen to be part of the Dining area, and likes to have an informal seating area in the Kitchen for have one or two friends for an informal chat and coffee.

• Deanna and Mitchell have a grand life style with many friends.