Pure Bread ... Pure Gold.

Well, that was definitely a wet weekend!  When the weather turns it really makes me want to bake, unfortunately, with all raining this weekend it also makes me want to hibernate.  Instead of productively baking I went to a bakery.  PURE BREAD in Whistler is a small artisan style bakery offering great freshly made bread, and some of the most delicious looking and tasting treats you'll ever find.  KCD discovered this sweet tooth's gem while finishing up a job in whistler, and the entire team fell in love with their baked goods. We suggest the drool worthy salted caramel shortbread bar!, its as good as it sounds, shortbread base, with salted caramel center with a dark chocolate top!  So before you head home after a day of skiing make a point of stopping in function junction and load up for the trip home.  

One of each please.

freshly made granola

I don't know what a Pudgie Pie is... but I want one.

Pure Bread has two locations in Whistler

Function Junction
1-1040 Millar Creek Road
Open: 9 am - 5 pm

or  in the Village;
122-4338 Main Street
Open: 8:30 am - 7 pm-ish.

Both locations are open Monday through Sunday.

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1-1040 Millar Creek Road

Whistler, B.C. V0N 1B

Cead Mile Failte

Hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful fall (I can't believe its fall either), weather.  Here are some pictures of our latest project that just wrapped.  Extra points to whoever can decipher whats on our cake (no googling now!)

Ask your Designer, Question number 1.

Wow! thanks for the great response in regards to our "ask your designer" section!  There were some really great questions, we really had to put on our thinking caps.  Our first question comes from Beth S. from North Vancouver, she writes;

"My house has been on the market for the past few weeks without any attention.  Can you give me some points to attract potential home buyers."

Here are our top three tips to encourage a quick sale for any house on the real estate market;

1. A Fresh coat of paint!- Try painting the interior of your house with a great neutral color.  We really like to use Benjamin Moore's Winds Breath or Classic Grey .

Neutrals are safe bets as they rarely offend potential buyers, try to avoid vibrant, shocking colors.

2.  Fight your instinct in making your space feel personal - removing any personal items allows potential buyers to picture themselves in the space. Arranging furniture to highlight any architectural pieces, (eg. fireplaces, built in book shelves),  will add visual interest to the space, and help fill the void left by omitting personal items.

Remember - your staging for others, not yourself.

3. Consider hiring a Designer for an in home consultation.  A good Designer will be able to give you advice such as which furniture pieces would work, and can provide cost effective advice which will ensure a quick sale.

Here is recent staging work that we've completed:

What's up Buttercup?

We've been doing a lot of sourcing for the various projects we have on the go, and we've recently rekindled our love for one our favorite state side design stores, BUTTERCUP HD.  Stepping into Buttercup is like stepping into an eclectic world market, as Buttercup sources many of their items internationally. Buttercup's style as a mix of contemporary, industrial and transitional pieces which really compliment each other, especially if your going for an eclectic modern look.   Celebrities such as Catherine Brown, Gwen Stefani, and TV Designer, Jeff Lewis have been known to pick up items for their very own homes.  Here are a few of our favorite items that can be found at Buttercup....oh yes, they also ship internationally, so get your credit card ready!  Feel free to visit their website at: http://www.hdbuttercup.com/

 

Welcome Katie to the team!

In honor of Katie's first official week at KCD we wanted everyone to get to know her a little better.  So we initiated her into the KCD team by asking her what her 10 most important design related items were. Her is what she said;

1. Coffee to start the day

2. Pilot V5 Hi-Techpoint pens

3.InspirationalWebsites (houzz, Pinterest, Remodelista, designsponge) and of course KCD's website

4. Iphone, currently I don't have one.  Life would be easier with on

5. A trusty notepad

6. A sense of humor

7. A good tape measurer

8. A comfortable car for those long days of driving

9. Walnut and Marble

10. Color

Importance of Interior Design

When I tell people that I am an Interior Designer I'm usually asked, "oh what's your favorite design show?"  We all have our favorites (FYI, mine is Candice Olsen) and as entertaining as they are, I feel they produce an unrealistic representation of what actually happens.  Interior Designers do much more than pick paint colors or decide which toss cushion works best.   Every project is different, but when an Interior Designer is hired, his or her responsibilities typically include carefully budgeting the expenses, finding the right contractors for the job, and basically diffusing the stress of an renovation from the client by successfully project managing the overall project.

The most important task is making sure that the client's expectations of the project are met.  Interiors Designers have the ability to manipulate interior spaces to help increase functionality which in turn would make for a pleasing environment. 

If you want to talk dollars and cents, Interior Designers help provide a greater return on investment on one of life's biggest purchases.  When and if you decide to sell your house, a well designed house will sell faster than a poorly designed one.  

Interior Designer have the experience necessary to make concise and price effective decisions which are essential in facilitating a stress free renovation.  Interior Design is our passion and working with clients to help them achieve their dreams a rewarding experience which at KCD we thoroughly enjoy.

Before and After 2

 We hope everyone had a great weekend!  Here is small renovation and staging we did for a client who is about to put the house on the market.  The house has a great Ocean view and beautifully landscaped yard, and located in pristine Lions Bay.   Be sure to check back as there will be more photo's to follow.