A new chapter
Home Beautiful|October 2022
ON CANADA'S WEST COAST, THIS ACTIVE FAMILY HAS MADE A HOME WITH TIMELESS CHARACTER FROM THE GROUND UP
KARINE MONIÉ
A new chapter

COME ON IN Homeowner Kimberly and Leonard the Boston terrier welcome you inside their Vancouver home. The double-height entry (opposite) "showcases a memorable staircase in the entrance, wrapping up and over the front doors", says Kimberly. Interior designer Kelly Deck chose tumbled linen-toned marble in an ashlar pattern for the floor - you can get a similar look from Granite Works. The 19th-century Italian marble table and the gilded French frames, all sourced from Vancouver specialist Scott Landon Antiques, give a traditional feel to the foyer - for similar, try 1st Dibs. 

Sometimes, starting from scratch is the best way to achieve what you have in mind. This is what former professional ice-hockey player David Jones and his wife Kimberly decided to do when they couldn't find the ideal property in Vancouver, Canada, for themselves and their three children, Ronan, 10, Greta, seven, and Hugh, five -plus their dog Leonard.

"We sought a level of privacy, and our home backs onto a green belt, which offers a peaceful, quiet backyard and overlooks a stream and large cedar trees," explains David of this custom-built, three-storey house, which is spread over 570 square metres. "In designing it, we hoped for a timeless yet approachable feel. I think that was achieved."

The home lies at the bottom of the North Shore Mountains, which overlook Vancouver, and nestles in the forest. "We sought out this area," says Kimberly, "and have been overwhelmingly rewarded in our choice by the relationships forged with the neighbours, everlasting friendships for the kids, and the mountains and ocean within minutes of home." While they were still looking for the perfect block, Kimberly and David approached interior designer Kelly Deck. "They wanted to create a traditional interior that was both relaxed and stately," says Kelly.

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