Do you like heavy Metal?

 

I don't, but working with Sheet Metal, we can definitely rock that. I thought it be would pretty cool to show case the versatility of Lime Plaster at IDSwest last weekend, on metal - sheet metal.

Since exhibiting at BUILDex back in 2010 I have had the opportunity to visit the Farimont Pacific Rim for quick lunches and have been taken by the White Carrara Marble in the lobby, it makes for very clean and contemporary feel.

I was inspired by it's simplicity and thought, why not show how Lime Plaster Carrara has the same qualities when addressed to a properly prepared surface, thus a little metal....more below.

 

By creating Mantels out of Sheet Metal, we have a relatively light and very strong material to build with and takes heat extremely well. The bonus for us at the trade-show is it helps showcase the versatility of Lime Plaster, in this case Carrara Marble - beautiful! ....Actually most people said "Wow or Cool" at the show.

 

Lime Plaster Overlays, can allow you to create the Look and Feel of stone - without the weight or cost.

 

 

Organic Lime Plaster, it is the most versatile 4000 year old product out there.

• 23' Wide Contemporary Mantel
  
• IDSwest & Tadelakt
  
• Mr. Jobs
  
• A Contemporary Fireplace

 

Distinct Interiors is a decorative arts company based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Do you like the look of Concrete?

We do and it is a popular choice amongst our clients and designers. That's why we are receiving more interest in concrete Lime Plaster Mantels and Surrounds in Vancouver.

 The fun part, being asked to create unique designs that really test the ideas of what you thought you couldn't be done with concrete, because of the size or cost involved in larger pieces.

But you can with KCC, Kendall Charcoal Concrete, the prefect Lime Plaster Overlay for seamless concrete designs.

Would you like to see this Mantel? I have great clients and many are open on site visits, this Mantel is on the West-side of Vancouver. Yes I would like a site visit!

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We will be featuring Tadelakt for the month of October.

What you will see us create is:

• 2 Custom Tadelakt Mantels and Fireplace Mantels with surrounds, one in Vancouver and the other in Tsawwassen
• a Tadelakt shower, where we create a complete bathroom in Tadelakt. Seamless walls, ceiling, floor and sink! Yes a sink and shower made of Plaster!? Can it be done?... watch & see....
• And a large install of Tadelakt in a restaurant in Vancouver, the largest ever! Once we get rolling or troweling I should say, we will share more...

"The only way to great work, ...is to Love what you Do." - Steve Jobs 1955-2011

That was Fun!

... and fast, that's what happens when good times are to be had. This years IDSwest show was pleasure to be a part of, from the Opening Night Party to the last customer at our booth on Sunday, the action didn't stop!

At IDSwest we introduced Tadelakt (lime plaster) to the Vancouver interior design community as a feature for creating Fireplace Mantels and Surrounds, Back-Splashes and Feature Walls - the response was great, since little is known about this Moroccan plaster. That is the interesting part about the word in it's self, foreign and distinct - just like the plaster.

If you couldn't make the show, there is what you missed!

People couldn't keep there hands off the stuff...

We will be featuring Tadelakt for the month of October.

What you will see us create is:

• 2 Custom Tadelakt Mantels and Fireplace Mantels with surrounds, one in Vancouver and the other in Tsawwassen
• a Tadelakt shower, where we create a complete bathroom in Tadelakt. Seamless walls, ceiling, floor and sink! Yes a sink and shower made of Plaster!? Can it be done?... watch & see....
• And a large install of Tadelakt in a restaurant in Vancouver, the largest ever! Once we get rolling or troweling I should say, we will share more...
  

 BIG Thanks to all, notably Colleen, Sarah and James for helping out. Plus the new customers we met, looking forward to creating some compelling works for your home!

 Also in the weeks ahead, a heads up on some of the cool Artists we met, they are taking there creative drive to new Entrepreneurial levels - I admire that kind of passion!

p.s. looking for great pizza experience, we found one and went back twice - Excellent! Nicli Antica Pizzeria

Dwell - is it summer or not?

Hope this post finds you in the mist of Summer, but if your in the Vancouver area, then you can only wish for another day of Sun and Run of temperatures reminding us it is SUMMER! Yes?

• Walls Worth Touching
• Via Little Italy in Burnaby
• Aloha
• A Contemporary Fireplace

Distinct Interiors is a decorative arts company based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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Walls worth Touching

Sure, touching the walls we create are all about the senses. Not just for your eyes, but the feel is just as important. It is the mark of craftsmanship.

We generally create so many different styles of Mantels using Lime Plasters, ...smooth clean lines and concrete finishes. It's a refreshing change to get back once and a while, to our roots of decorative arts - working on walls. Lime Plaster walls can be more than your typical venetian plaster, you just have to be open to trying new techniques and have a passion for it. "It' better to create, than replicate!" that's my mantra.

If you have been reading our blog posts from time to time, you may recognize this dripping Lime Plaster finish. We created it last summer for a private residence in Vancouver and the designer enjoyed it so much we were asked to again, here in Langley, BC this time.

So... What's on your Walls?

For a Contemporary Vancouver Home

The 50's and 70's

It was from all accounts a great time, but if everything has changed since that time in your Home, how come the Mantel hasn't?

Distinct Interiors specializes in reclaiming your old brick Mantels in Vancouver and Lower Mainland. Contact us today for a no charge consultation:    606 739 8447 or email.

Lime Plaster and Wine

"You have invested a 6 figure Wine Collection and your going surround it with acrylic paint hosting VOC 's - not a good way to protect your storied Collection."

Stop everything, back to the drawing board!
How about starting with the basics, the way the Italians and French did and still do - Lime Plaster. Then let's take it one step forward, to today's trends - Concrete. I decided to install on the Walls and Ceiling KCC 2011, creating a clean lined subway tile grid on the ceiling and rustic weeping Cellar Cement Walls.

Bordeaux Inspiration

Since the wine collection hosts wines from Bordeaux we decided, along with the client, to make it part of the theme. 'The Wine of the Century' Chateau Latour would be the keystone, and elements from the Chateau Latour label would be incorporated. This helped provide a vision for the 4 Walls and Ceiling as the project evolved, a sense of the Old World winery, in a contemporary West-side home. 

Case and Point

Lime Plasters are perfectly suited for Wine Cellars or other areas where moisture could be a concern, since Lime Plaster hosts no VOC, is mold and fungus resistant, a perfect organic choice  in protecting against cork spoilage. The Lime Plaster Walls and Ceiling actually help the modern cooling system, in creating a stable climate for the room, holding the temperature and humidity in balance.

What's on your Walls?

The Video: 'Wine of the Century'

KCC 2011

info: I like Wine Cellars too!

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