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Sarah Richardson's lottery home makeover

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Kathleen Dore
Photography by
Janis Nicolay

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Issue SLMI08110001

This article appeared in November 2008 issue

A charity lottery home in B.C. designed by pro Sarah Richardson comes to life with bold patterns and bright colour.

Big, bold pattern and vibrant colours make a splash in this contemporary White Rock, B.C., home by Sarah Richardson Design. The grand prize in the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation Millionaire Lottery, it's the fourth big-give-away house Sarah has designed. "I really love doing the lottery homes," she says. "It's a world of make-believe, like a show home. They end up being the most revealing of what I'm in sync with in design." For Sarah, that means a house that's comfy and fun for a family, and ideal for entertaining. It's one that coddles its owners -- an escape that's about ease, indulgence and glamour, too. The bonus: this is style for a good cause.

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Kick-in-the-pants-purple walls add bold, bracing colour in the living room of this charity lottery home. Designer Sarah Richardson chose furniture with understated, tradtional lines as a backdrop for exciting elements like colour, pattern and texture.

17 Comments

  • by
    Gardenridge
    on 2008-10-08
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    Lovely, Sarah. You really are branching out bringing in that purple hit. It's exciting and will be a great colour to live with. How could you not smile going into that room?

  • by
    mjaichi
    on 2008-10-08
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    I think Sarah went a little loud with colour this time....not typical of her creamy-serene-like palette....it's much more sophisticated and will stand the test of time. I hope Sarah isn't changing her style to ultra-modern wackiness....it just doesn't suit her...and besides, she's become famous because of her neutral quiet style...wouldn't want to see her go the other way.

  • by
    Julie-Ann
    on 2008-10-08
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    I want a room just like this I love purple walls and furniture, I just have to print a copy of this and put it on my vision board

  • by
    Julie-Ann
    on 2008-10-09
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    I love this room, I was just reading the newsletter and the picture caught my eye. How wonderful, clean and fresh Purple is my favour colour I just have to have this picture to put on my VISION BOARD

  • by
    Sheryl Delorme
    on 2008-10-09
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    As a decorator, I love Sarah's enthusiasm and bold direction. It is always nice to venture outside of the box, even as a designer. It's fun to experiment and see where the road takes you, and I think Sarah captures it with style. By Sheryl on 2008 10 09

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    Sheryl Delorme
    on 2008-10-09
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    As a decorator, I love Sarah's enthusiasm and bold direction. It's fun to go outside the box, and experiment with colour and I think Sarah captures it perfectly. by Sheryl 2008 10 09

  • by
    Shelley Bresett
    on 2008-10-22
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    I applaud Sarah for branching out and going a little bit beyond her serene rooms that we are used to. It shows that no matter what your design style is it never hurts to show a little cheekiness and still be able to be very elegant and timeless. Shelley Bresett

  • by
    Yvonne29
    on 2008-11-10
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    Does anyone know where to buy the round mirror in the master ensuite bathroom, we'd love to get one !

  • by
    Hazel Evelyn
    on 2008-12-31
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    I'am big fan of Sarah Richardson, i love her bold colors and bright idears. How could you want to leave that room after entering,she is a great inspiration to me.

  • by
    Indigo
    on 2009-01-05
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    Loving this style..Glad she ventured out of the white phase

  • by
    alese
    on 2009-01-14
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    I love the light fixture in the dining room!!!!!!!!Where can I buy it in Edmonton?Pam

  • by
    Betty Baker
    on 2009-05-07
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    Absolutely beautiful - as is everything Sarah does. Colours are magnificent yummy purple.

  • by
    Betty Baker
    on 2009-05-07
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    Absolutely beautiful - as is everything Sarah does. Colours are magnificent yummy purple.

  • by
    Betty Baker
    on 2009-05-07
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    Sorry, but I guess it was worth putting in twice!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • by
    j cyr
    on 2009-06-24
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    I absolutly love Sarah's style !!! She has class and is magnificent !!!She is a very good role model for every decorating enthousiasts Congrats !!!

  • by
    elainetmom
    on 2009-09-25
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    I would love to know what that paint colour is, as I'm doing my living room and have grey furniture already... was thinking of just using purple as accent on cushions, etc., but daughter loves purple walls and it might work for us. Can you tell me what paint manufacturer/colour number you used?

  • by
    karla millar
    on 2010-03-08
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    I was wondering where the vanity/sink from the bathroom was purchased. It is exactly what we wanted to purchase for our new bathroom. And same question for the behind the sink tiles, where are they from? Thanks!

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