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Design Files

Design Files: Interior Designer Ivan Meade

In this installment of Design Files, we discuss timeless interior design with Interior Designer, Ivan Meade. Spruce’s Design Files series brings local Victoria home experts and their insights on trends,…

Custom Builds

How to Build a Custom Garden Suite

Thinking about building a carriage house or garden suite? Discover the creative process through this Colwood couple's undertaking to maximize the possibilities.

Real Estate

Expert Advice on Real Estate Investment in Victoria BC

Coming off almost a decade of rapidly rising home values, property investment in Victoria has been considered a winning idea. Spruce speaks to industry experts on whether this is true, and how to invest wisely.

Renovations

Your Dream Patio Design: Sidney BC Renovation

An undeveloped backyard in Sidney goes from ho-hum to stand out, becoming an inviting french-inspired outdoor living space with a West-Coast spin. Pretty much the dream patio design. By Erin…

Renovations

Beach House Renovation Inspiration

Sometimes the best renovation comes from starting fresh and creating a truly special space. That is what happened with this beautiful beach house renovation.

Experts

Building Material: The Best Choice for Your Home

Selecting the right building material can be the most important decision of your build but it can also be complicated and confusing. To simplify the process, we investigate the pros and cons of each: Wood, Concrete, Steel, and CLT.

Decorating + Design

4 Ways to Add a Pop of Colour to Your Home

Today's interiors are thriving with bright jewel tones. Find 4 easy ways to create a pop of colour in your home decor and furnishings.

Custom Builds

West Coast Infiniti Pool with a View

With sweeping panoramas over the Strait of Juan de Fuca, this outdoor Space exemplifies coastal elegance.

Experts

Ask the Expert: 3 Key Elements of the Outdoor Kitchen

According to Mike Black, owner of Capital Iron, there are only three pieces you really need for a functional outdoor kitchen — “everything else is gravy.” A quality built-in grill“This…

Custom Builds

Luxury on the Ocean

The flow of water inspires the design of this custom-built West Coast home.