After deciding to return to their hometown to custom-build their forever home, our clients brought us on to furnish and decorate it from head to toe. Our clients resonated with our “relaxed elegance” design aesthetic: timeless and organic mixed with a few modern details. Their home’s style is, for the most part, traditional. So, when curating their decor and lighting, we chose pieces with classic silhouettes to complement, and mixed in some sculptural, modern accents to keep the design fresh. Project Homeward Bound is also home to three kids and two dogs, so family and pet-friendly choices were top of mind when selecting our clients’ furniture. We incorporated lots of linen-like durable fabrics and ensured that high-use zones, like the family room and dining areas, were filled with comfortable seating and washable materials. We thoughtfully used high-impact lighting throughout the home to create key moments, for example, the tiered basket lights in the double-height entry. These moments help make this custom home feel even more unique and luxurious.
Admittedly there is nothing ground-breaking or mind-blowing in this project by local design firm here in Ottawa West of Main. But I appreciate the warmth that exudes from each of the rooms in this home, and the earthy colours and cozy fabrics used throughout. This is doing neutrals justice. Also that moody office in Barista by Benjamin Moore is FANTASTIC 
