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November 29, 2025BySitkaInBlog

HOW TO RENOVATE DURING WHAT FEELS LIKE A RECESSION

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Thank you to @castanetmedia for sharing our nation

Thank you to @castanetmedia for sharing our national award win ✨

Awards are wonderful, but what they really make me reflect on is the journey. For nearly 25 years, Martin and I have been building a life, a family, and a business together. We’ve weathered challenges, celebrated victories, and transformed countless homes along the way.

This recognition means a lot, but what means even more is having the best partner beside me every day; both at home and on the job site. I truly couldn’t do this without you, Cheri ❤️

To our clients, trades, suppliers, friends, and family who have supported us over the years, thank you. We’re incredibly grateful to keep doing what we love, together. ❤️

Every great gathering space needs a heart. For thi

Every great gathering space needs a heart. For this renovation, that heart became the fireplace.

While the game room and bar were designed for entertaining, we wanted the living area to feel like a place where people could slow down, settle in, and simply enjoy being together.

To create that warmth, we carried the same stone onto the fireplace, helping tie the entire space together. A custom walnut mantel adds richness and character, while a striking piece of Golden Dragon quartz from @cambriasurfaces becomes the focal point. A bold and artistic wallpaper from @photowall_sweden adds movement, personality, and depth to the room, while a @ruggable rug softens the space and invites people to stay awhile.

One of my favourite things about thoughtful renovations is creating flow. Moving from the pool table, to the bar, to the lounge feels natural and connected. The homeowners' art collection is woven throughout the space, creating moments of discovery and helping each area feel uniquely theirs while complementing the next.

The result is a place for conversations that last longer than expected, evenings spent by the fire, and moments shared with family and friends... that strech all the way until dawn!

Photographs by @jonadrian

Some spaces are designed for entertaining. Others

Some spaces are designed for entertaining. Others are designed for lingering…

The inspiration for this custom bar came from the traditional Irish pubs the homeowners love to visit. Places where the atmosphere is so warm and inviting that nobody seems in a hurry to leave.

Every detail was chosen to create that same feeling. Rich finishes, warm lighting, a stunning @cambriasurfaces quartz countertop, walnut cabinets and a copper ceiling detail that catches the light and draws your eye across the room.

One of my favourite features is the island cabinetry. We intentionally designed it to allow two chairs to tuck underneath, creating the perfect spot for card games with the grandchildren, a quiet drink, or conversations that stretch long into the evening.

Because the best spaces aren’t always the most extravagant. They’re the ones that bring people together. The ones where stories are shared, friendships are strengthened, and memories are made around the table.

And if a room makes you want to stay just a little longer, then we’ve done our job well. ✨

Photography @jonadrian

Not every renovation requires knocking down walls.

Not every renovation requires knocking down walls. Sometimes, the biggest transformation comes from changing how a space feels.

This room was already a games room, but it lacked warmth, character, and that feeling that makes people want to stay awhile. The homeowners loved music, entertaining, and had built an incredible collection of artwork and memorabilia over the years, but the room wasn’t telling their story.

To bring it to life, we added a full stone feature wall, walnut wainscoting, layered lighting, and details inspired by the warmth of a traditional Irish pub. What was once an overlooked corner of the house became the heart of the entire games room.

Today, the pool table sits surrounded by music, art, conversation, and laughter.

One of my favourite things about renovation is seeing how thoughtful design can completely change the energy of a room without changing its footprint.

Because great spaces aren’t measured in square feet. They’re measured in the memories made inside them.

Happy Friday everyone, to making new memories during this rainy week-end, perfect for board games and pool games✨

Design by @sitkaconcept
Millwork by @vicmartensmillwork
Concealed audio system @missionaudiovisual
Photographs by @jonadrian

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