The focal point of the living room’s seating arrangement is the custom built entertainment unit and cabinetry designed by Zareck to house her television, provide shelving for displaying pretty accessories and hidden storage compartments.
Christine Zareck recently completed the renovation of her 1050 square foot builder basic condo. Drawing on her innate skill and expertise in pulling colour, pattern and fabrics together, she has filled her home with carefully edited furnishings, small space innovations and a decor style that blends harmoniously from room to room. Although her new space is small in footprint, it is huge in style and decked out with beautiful fabrics, accessories, and customized furnishings.
“I wanted it to feel like a big hug the moment you walk in the door,” says Zareck.
With thoughtful planning and creative thinking, this open plan living space was completely transformed using a unified colour scheme of white, cream, sea foam green and soft pastels along with custom design-built furniture, dual purpose furnishings, and clever DIY projects. Being a creative person, it should come as no surprise that she is also an avid DIYer who likes to up cycle, restore and create things from scratch, saving money so she can splurge on custom purchases. The result of all her hard work is an elegant, pretty and serene haven where she can relax and unwind at the end of a busy workday. Opposite Page: Christine chose to keep the existing white kitchen cabinets but added upgraded finishes such as stainless-steel appliances, durable white quartz counter tops, and a show stopping tile back splash along with all new plumbing and light fixtures. Right: The cathedral ceiling that encompasses both the living room and the kitchen adds a sense of openness, creating volume that makes all the rooms feel much larger.
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