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ForResidentialPros.com QR July 2014 13 The home's entryway was reconfigured to bring the steps outside the door rather than immediately inside, where they sat before, and to create a covered entrance. Natural cedar, stucco and stone help give the exterior an updated look. Square-foot SHUFFLE Vancouver remodel expands livable space, maximizes panoramic views while conforming to square footage restrictions PRODUCT INFORMATION Bath cabinets: Harris & Blake Bath fixtures: Kohler and Maax Brick/stone: Slate Ledgestone Decking: DuraDeck Interior doors: Trimlite Exterior doors: B.C. Door Fireplace: Kingman Industries Wood flooring: Euro-Plank HVAC: Carrier Insulation: Icynene Kitchen cabinets: Harris & Blake Kitchen countertops: Caesarstone Kitchen appliances: Miele Lighting fixtures: Hinkley, Allco, Paints/stains: Benjamin Moore Roofing: CertainTeed Windows: Vinyltek V ancouver is widely recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the world. P e o p l e f r o m a l l countries and walks of life flock there to visit; many choose to relocate there. This was the case with one couple who retired to a dated 1970s house in West Vancouver that boasted unbeatable views of the city of Vancouver, Stanley Park, Bayard Inlet and the Lion's Gate Bridge. Although the house is located in a prime position, it suffered from a poor floor plan and had a tired, dated appearance. The homeowners called upon My House Design/Build/Team in Surrey, British Columbia, to upgrade their retirement home. "Initially, they thought they would do some lipstick, like updating flooring and cabinets," recalls Graeme Huguet, owner and director of My House Design/Build/Team. "We wanted to come up with a long-term plan that could capture the view, allow them to retire and allow them to age in place if necessary." Through thoughtful consideration and design, the remodel was able to accomplish all of these goals. HEIGHTLESS THIRD FLOOR West Vancouver has height and floor space ratio restrictions, both of which limit the amount of square footage allowable on a specific lot. "This house was already at its maximum height and maximum square footage," Huguet says. "I proposed we approach the city and go through an application process called the Board of Variance that allows you to apply to vary a particular bylaw. I wanted to make a proposal where the house would not change in height, and the overall house did not change in square footage but ultimately would change the functionality of the house." One of the clients' main requests was to add a third-floor master suite that captured the sweeping views of the area, all without making the roofline QUR_12-15_MDS714 a.indd 13 6/30/14 1:49 PM