City Homes

July 23, 2024

Designer Stephanie Brown Creates A Refined, Minimalist Home For A Downsizing Couple In Vancouver

When a run-down house in Kitsilano just steps from the beach hits the market, you make your move. That’s exactly what Carolyn and Norm Bishop did as they found themselves embarking on a new life chapter.

In 2019, they had full-time jobs running their clothing manufacturing business in Vancouver and lived in a 5,000 square-foot heritage house in the city’s Shaughnessy neighborhood. With the last of their daughters decamping to her own apartment and Carolyn’s retirement imminent, moving to a new place was the logical next step. At the top of the couple’s wish list? A smaller footprint, and a great view.

Nearly three years (and a total gut job later), the 2,115-square-foot, three-storey house has been transformed into an elegant, modern retreat. “This was a huge lifestyle change for Carolyn and Norm,” says designer Stephanie Brown, who was hired with Stuart Howard Architects for the renovation project.

Keep scrolling for a look inside the Bishop’s Scandinavian-inspired, minimalist home!

Author: Amanda Ross
Photographer:

Ema Peter

Source:

House & Home

Designer:

Stuart Howard Architect and BattersbyHowat Architects (architecture)/Stephanie Brown (design)