t his renovation mainly consisted of easy cosmetic updates such as paint, lighting and new furniture and colourful accessories. The dated kitchen and bathrooms needed to be completely gutted and replaced with new plumbing fixtures and cabinetry. You never get a second chance to make a good first impression. The main entrance to the house is through a sunroom that is flooded with light from a wall of windows and doors on either end of the room, allowing a cool sea breeze to flow through. Painting the original honey coloured pine walls, trim work and ceilings white instantly transformed the walls with an up to date shiplap feature. The space went from feeling dark and cramped to bright and airy. New wall sconces featuring clear glass shades and a large flower petal mirror were added to bounce light throughout the space. A wicker resin sofa from the homeowners’ main residence was the perfect addition to create seating. A cozy place to spread out and read or catch an afternoon cat nap. Grounding the space and adding a layer of colour is a durable indoor/ outdoor area rug. The sunroom was short on closet space so a rustic armoire was sourced from a local antique shop and given a fresh coat of green paint. Hooks and shelving inside the unit contain out of sight storage space to tuck away coats, footwear, umbrellas and whatnot, clearing the clutter.
A newly purchased cottage located on the north shore of Prince Edward Island had almost everything the homeowners could think of; a fabulous ocean view, a peaceful location and loads of space for family and friends.
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