The Delight is in the Details

Sometimes it’s the little things that make a place special – those subtle details that give clues to a home’s history or the lives of people who’ve lived there and loved it as their own. 

 

In homes with a degree of vintage, a unique architectural detail evokes a place in time. The half-hip roof at 3378 Albert Street exemplifies the “built to last” construction ethic reflected in 1920s homes that replaced those lost in the Halifax Explosion.

3378 Albert Street, Halifax

For some interesting history on reconstruction after the explosion, read here.

 

Sometimes a room’s distinctive shape gives it character. This bedroom isn’t just a bedroom – it’s a sanctuary!

82 Duke Street, Lunenburg

 

There’s nothing like a peaked roof to make a bedroom feel cozy.

5621 Leeds Street, Halifax

 

Exposed brick can act as a nod to the past that contrasts nicely with a home’s contemporary character.

6428/6430 Norwood Street, Halifax

 

History stands front and centre in this home, where tall Gothic dormers attest to its Gothic Revival heritage.

121 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay

For more on the history of 121 Edgewater Street, read here.

 

Vintage cast-iron radiators and wooden detail around the staircase give this home character and hint at its history:

3080 Dublin Street, Halifax

 

The generous windows in this heritage character building located in a trendy part of the Halifax Peninsula are very much in keeping with its vintage:

5574 Falkland Street, Halifax

 

Sometimes a detail’s uniqueness makes it memorable. Such is the case with the rare piano finish of the engineered wood floors in this Prospect, Nova Scotia home:

140 Hages Lane, Prospect

 

The sweeping hardwood staircase is the centrepiece of this home – an inviting detail that leads visitors in and through the elegant, well-appointed interior:

14 Amirault Court, Halifax

 

And there’s nothing like a bathroom oasis that includes a glassed-in shower with custom tile work. The only thing that would make this detail better would be heated floors to keep your feet warm. WAIT! They’re here!

5959 Spring Garden Road #1207

 

Sometimes it’s the small details that add a feeling of luxury to a bathroom space – like this faucet and vessel sink:

42 Sunnyvale Crescent, Sackville

 

Placed in just the right spot, an elegant light fixture can bring an entire room to life:

45 Vimy Avenue #18, Halifax

 

Then there are the practical things. How about this tidy, space efficient laundry arrangement to make life a little easier?

127 Purcells Cove Road, Halifax

 

From stylish to practical, contemporary to heritage, the details in a home say much about who we are and the things we hold dear. The next time you walk through your home, take note of the details, big and small – what do they say about YOU?

*Opening Image: Central Fireplace at 2 Tucker Lake Road, Beaver Bank.

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Warming up to Winter

Winter is on its way. There’s no avoiding it – after all, we live in Canada! So let’s embrace the chill by celebrating fireplaces in all their forms:

What better place for a wood burning fireplace than the living room?

3332 Ashton Lane, Halifax

For family and friends to gather around…

7285 Hwy. 329, East River Point

To create atmosphere…

21 Randolph Street, Halifax

Or to enhance decor.

140 Portovista Drive, Portuguese Cove

Some choose a fireplace for its charm…

105 Lakeshire Crescent, Cole Harbour

While for many, a high-efficiency insert is the way to go.

35 Albion Road, Halifax

Some enjoy the ambiance and convenience of an electric fireplace.

1454 Dresden Row #904

Still others are attracted to propane’s convenience and efficiency.

55 Cranley Road, Hammonds Plains

And how about the best of both worlds – a formal living room and family room connected with a double sided propane fireplace?

273 Dauphinee Drive, Hubbards

Or a home with not just one…

82 Duke Street, Lunenburg

…but TWO fireplaces!

82 Duke Street, Lunenburg

Of course, a wood stove lets winter know  you mean business – and where better than in a country kitchen?

121 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay

Or to warm up a HUGE family room?

39 Elliot Street, Dartmouth

No matter where you live or how you heat your home, there’s no denying that fireplaces help us through the cold winter months. So let’s celebrate winter and stay warm in true Canadian style!

For more information on fireplaces or any other real estate features, contact Red Door Realty’s Owner/Broker, Pam Cherington, or any of our knowledgeable REALTORS®.

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Red Door Realty is a full service real estate company that exists to serve residential, multi-family, and commercial clients. To view more of our current listings, click here.

Shedding Some Light on Home Decor

The lighting in our homes is something most of us don’t think about every day – until we don’t have it, that is. The next time there’s a power outage you’ll be reminded of how important the lights are. A basic element in any home or workplace, lighting affects every aspect of modern life. Whether functional or aesthetic or somewhere in between, light enhances our lives to the point where we’d find it almost impossible to live without.

Home lighting can be broken down into three major categories:

~General Lighting  illuminates a large space to facilitate day-to-day living. It can also enhance a home’s overall character:

140 Portovista Drive, Portuguese Cove

Here, track lighting illuminates the entire space, with a modern flourish:

2395 Creighton Street, Halifax

Paper Lanterns offer an affordable, fun way to fill a child’s bedroom with light:

57-59 Dufferin Street, Lunenburg

They’re popular with students too!

5574 Falkland Street, Halifax

At 192 Basinview Drive, a well-lit staircase provides safety and elegance:

192 Basinview Drive, Bedford

Exterior lighting is important too, for safety and security:

2117 Maynard Street, Halifax

Here, interior and exterior lighting combine to present a dramatic night-time vista – a beacon for friends and family!

85 Spruce Point Road, East River Point

~Task Lighting fulfills a specific purpose – to brighten up work spaces such as desks, offices, vanities, kitchens and workshops. Check out the lighting in this home office:

42 Falkland Street, Lunenburg

We LOVE this well-lit kitchen:43 Madeline Avenue, Lower Sackville

This light/pot rack combo is a clever way to add lighting in keeping with the home’s character:

121 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay

In this Hubbards home, lighting illuminates a mirror for close work such as applying makeup or shaving, while beautifully accenting the space.

273 Dauphinee Drive, Hubbards

A well-lit walk-in closet makes choosing your wardrobe a snap!

35 Albion Road, Halifax

~Accent Lighting does just that – it accents features or aspects of a room to their best effect.

Strategically-placed accent lighting draws attention to this fantastic kitchen island:

17 Endeavour Avenue, East River Point

A modern-day twist on a chandelier livens up dining room decor:

140 Portovista Drive, Portuguese Cove

This central light accents the room’s symmetry:

7285 Highway 329, East River Point

A neon light attracts attention in a retro-funky kind of way:

43 Queen Street, Chester

Of course, candles are a lovely way to enhance ambiance. How about a candle lit dinner?

5817 West Street, Halifax

Or a relaxing soak in the tub at the end of a long day?

21 Randolph Street, Halifax

 

To light our way or brighten our day, lighting plays an integral factor in our lives by enhancing the use and enjoyment of our homes. Take a look around your place and notice the ways that lighting affects each space. Maybe you’ve picked up some ideas from the homes showcased here. We hope we’ve enlightened you!

*Opening image: 273 Nadia Drive, Dartmouth.

Red Door Realty is a full service real estate company that exists to serve residential, multi-family, and commercial clients. To view more of our current listings, click here.