Blog by Donna Leyland

2801 837 West HASTINGS Street, Vancouver, BC

July 30th, 2010

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 2801 837 West HASTINGS Street, Vancouver, BC

A contemporary renovation with a European influence and unerring attention to detail has created an oasis high above the city with expansive views of water, mountains & city optimized by the spacious open floor plan. The renovation was designed & installed by ICI Interior Craft including custom kitchen ...

2801 837 West HASTINGS Street, Vancouver, BC

July 30th, 2010

I just sold this Condo at 2801 837 West HASTINGS Street, Vancouver, BC .

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Maritime Romantic

July 23rd, 2010
Every summer as a child, Mike Smith would travel with his family to Thousand Islands in upstate New York, where they’d vacation. In keeping with tradition, when Mike married his wife, Sylvia, the couple would also spend summer holidays visiting the picturesque lake area with their two children.   http://www.homebydesign.com/pages/article/HBD_JUN_10_08/58849/index.html

Laboratory Meets Living Space!

July 16th, 2010
Ever wondered what it would be like to view the world through the eyes of an architect?  Well, this Los Angeles architect takes us into the thought process behind her recent renovation.  The property presented challenges and the architect conquered them...functionally and beautifully!  Click here for the entire story:  http://www.homebydesign.com/pages/article/HBD_JUN_10_07/58849/index.html ...

It's All About the View...And You!

July 9th, 2010
When you live by the water, the design objective is to maximize the view!  Vancouver architects have perfected the art of providing the maximum view in every locale.  It's automatic and, of course, other beautiful locations around the world design with an eye for beauty, as well.  Take this example of a renovation in Honolulu, Hawaii which showcases a stellar view by creating a new outlook. h ...

Everything Old is New Again!

July 3rd, 2010
I remember as a kid helping my mother preserve fruits and vegetables from our garden...and also make jams!  She had a whole routine and a very systematic approach.  Although I've never attempted the art of preserving as an adult, it now seems to be in vogue again.  Amazing!  For more information of the how to, click here:  http://www.homebydesign.com/pages/article/HBD_JUN_10_05/58849/index.ht ...