6 months ago, I started looking for opportunities in Oakville and Burlington to showcase beautiful local homes and provide exposure for local businesses. No one knew who I was or really what this magazine was all about. I am so thankful to Peter Brejnik of Brejnik Fine Homes and Elizabeth Law of Elizabeth Interiors for putting their faith in me to showcase their work. Both homes were stunning. Peter's was elegant and stately and Elizabeth's was warm and not missing a single touch.
The photo shoots were a blast. We unsuccessfully shooed Lucy the dog out of many scenes, but invariably our photographer would find her sitting reflected in the beautiful glass walls. There was no way she was missing out on any opportunity for fame. The custom home that Peter built had beautiful mill work, and he did small things that made a big difference. All the cold air return was hidden in the coved ceiling mouldings. He created two outdoor covered seating areas, they even had skylights to let in additional light. Peter chose all the furnishings and lighting himself. We had numerous emails from consumers asking where they could buy his kitchen chandelier. We couldn't take a bad picture of the home. Actually that is not true, Peter has one failing. He does not seem to take watering his flowers seriously. It was July and I tried to water them hoping they would spring back to life for a great outdoor shot. No, they were seriously dehydrated. http://www.brejnik.ca/files/Brejnik_Fall2011_HB[1].pdf
The house that Elizabeth designed was so beautiful. She and Cindy came in and did all of the finishing touches to ensure the home would be outstanding in photographs. At one point Elizabeth was out collecting stones to put in the vase with flowers. Her attention to detail is extra-ordinary and every extra accessory she brought in the home owner loved. It was clear to me that Elizabeth knows exactly the style her customers are looking for. Even today I can still look through the photos from Elizabeth's home and find some little touch or accent that I missed. I have so many favorites from that home: the beautiful custom drapes in the living room, the electic breakfast nook. If I had to do it again I would have ensured that photos from the office were published. It was a lovely room with some great pieces in it. To end what was already an great experience Elizabeth served all of us pink champagne, baguettes, fruit and cheese. An extra-ordinary designer and person. http://www.ourhomesmagazine.com/admin/includes/doc_view.php?ID=2473
Thanks for making my first issue amazing!
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