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Announcing the Finalists for the 2025 Western Living Design 25 Awards
These are the top contenders for our 2025 WL Design 25 Awards.
The WL Design 25 Award finalists you see here have some serious competition on their way to the top. We received hundreds of entries—and no surprise to us, they were all shining examples of the world-class design scene in Western Canada.
In case you missed it, while our WL Designers of the Year awards celebrate a body of work, the WL Design 25 awards focus on specific projects: from an inviting bedroom to a perfect chair, an elegant office space to a sustainably crafted coffee table.
Each of the 25 winners in the WL Design 25 represent the best of Western Canadian design for 2025.
But first: the finalists. Congratulations to each of our finalists here! And stay tuned for our winners announcement in February 2025, when the finalists are whittled down to the official WL Design 25—announced live on stage at King Living on February 20, 2025.
Plus, our WL Design 25 People’s Choice Awards are now live! You can have a say in who’s the top winner in both the Product and Room category. Get your votes in now—head over to our voting page before 11:59 pm on November 15!
A dramatic hot-rolled steel base carries the weight of this desk in a seemingly floating fashion; there is a sense of gravity when viewing from the side, and yet in elevation appears airy.
Crafted from red oak, the Nieves table is a celebration of sustainable design; the natural oil and wax finish enhance the wood’s inherent beauty.
With long, exaggerated overhangs that emphasize its length, the Weymoor table is architectural in form, mimicking timber frame structures.
Selora Grab Bar Frame is a discreet and stylish grab bar designed to seamlessly integrate into any space through its clever use of an overmounting frame, which serves as a picture frame or mirror.
A collaboration between Common Dwells and Pablo Mariano Craft Studio, each console is handmade using hand tools only and special, carefully selected wood.
Each piece is wheel-thrown from rich brown stoneware, featuring a striking contrast between a glossy white glazed interior and raw, unglazed exteriors that celebrate the earthy, rustic essence of the clay.
The curves and organic shapes of the wood, paired with the richness of its natural tones, invite the eye to linger—but beyond its aesthetic appeal, Tres offers a practical solution for modern living.
The collection rethinks traditional lighting by incorporating both functional light vessels and purely aesthetic components.
Crafted in woven silk and wool and available in Rectangle, Round, and Runner, Draft comes in six sumptuous colour ways and is just as stunning on the floor as it is displayed on a wall.
A side table with a trick up its sleeve: a bold but elegant piece that adds as much interest to small spaces as it does to large due to its adaptable presence and the volume of its components.
In collaboration with Leon Speakers, the Mera Sound Sconce is a product that bridges the gap between the technical needs of a high-quality speaker and the aesthetic beauty required by designers and discerning customers.
Luma is a bold yet sophisticated blend of raw spun steel and wood, achieving a balance of refinement and industrial edge.
Inspired by nature and the first tulip flowers of spring, the Tulip Light is constructed from speckled buff clay, repurposed cedar wood from old fence slats, brass and an LED plug-in light.
This unique design, with spindles seamlessly passing through the back and front aprons, not only reinforces the stool’s structural integrity but also adds a distinctive visual touch
A custom commission from a client that had a rough idea of what they were looking for resulted in this ethically sourced ash table with a striking design, thanks to the columned base and sleek top.
Noodle Knobs offer an innovative design that allows you to insert a finger into the knob, minimizing contact with cabinet surfaces—ideal for wet or dirty hands during kitchen tasks.
Stage-like, the large U-shaped bar occupies the centre of the room; heavy and monolithic, it grounds the space and becomes the locus for culinary performance.
The refined simplicity of the design enhances the feeling of comfort and luxury, with grounding touches like light wood tones, a wall-to-wall bench, a large area rug and sheer curtains that diffuse the light.
Warm cognac and richly stained onyx-coloured wood, slick metal and glass feature cabinets are paird with textural Brazilian arabescato, striking a balance between otherwise heavily contrasted finishes and materials.
Textural wallpaper, plaster finishes, classical wall panelling and intricate mouldings, and an assortment of thoughtful furnishings and decor create a genuinely elevated interior with all details considered.
Inside this luxurious family retreat on Alberta’s Sylvan Lake, find a sanctuary of an ensuite replete with marble, plaster and fluted glass; a striking navy and sage stone shower adds an organic splash of movement.
This staircase doesn’t just connect the ground floor with the levels above—it heightens the drama and intrigue in a narrow space.
This powder room is a total departure from the rest of the bright, white home. Here, the walls are lined with an earthy clay material and a grid of dark Moroccan tiles.
Designed to welcome the kids and all their ski-racing and school friends for overnight mountain stays, this Bunkie from Compass Design room is inspired by campouts and sleeping under the stars in the woods.
In a restored mid-century rancher in the foothills of Alberta, find this kitchen: cozy, homey and sophisticated all at once.
Salvaged vintage pieces and antique finds help to age and ground this newly designed Vancouver restaurant.
Inspired by the varied textures of the house and the landscape around it, this bathroom design mixes neutral tones with high variation in geometry.
A custom concrete island and stone backsplash add to the practicality of this truly heart-of-the-home space, designed for a home baker and her busy family.
In a petite room, elements like a high-gloss floating vanity and graphic checkerboard floor make a big impact—and bring lovely movement to the space in the process.
It’s not hard to imagine unwinding in this freestanding tub on a wood beam platform, beneath a striking chandelier.
The Chateau Paris Library is cleverly tucked into the front corner of the home in front of the two-storey windows that flood the space with beautiful morning light.
Natural light floods the kitchen through large surrounding windows, beautifully connecting the indoors with the outdoors, enhancing the serene ambiance.
This whimsical children’s nook unfolds into a vibrant haven filled with plush cushions in playful colours and shelves brimming with books, creating an inviting atmosphere ideal for snuggling up with a favourite story.
The client wanted a “space that would inspire joy” and a pink-on-pink palette: the designer delivered.
Thanks to a clever hidden door that conceals unsightly office equipment, this home workspace feels more like a lounging library, free from visual distractions.
The renovated powder room still has its original wood paneling and cove details, but the designer painted them out and added a very modern vessel sink and faucet to bring in beautiful contrast.
Inspired by the relaxed, sun-soaked lifestyle of California, this Vancouver restaurant’s design focuses on natural materials, light-filled interiors, and a welcoming vibe that invites patrons to linger long after their meal.
Designed with longevity in mind—materials that were both meant to last in terms of style and durability—this bathroom makes the soaker tub is the star of the show here, placed in front of large, lake- facing windows.
This space triple duties as a mudroom, laundry room and home for the resident kitty’s litter boxes—with ample storage the space remains functional while still injecting whimsy and providing privacy for the smallest (and furriest) family members.
The open plan of the social space subtlety deploys a change in ceiling height to separate the kitchen area from the living and dining areas—the living room is nestled close to the rock bluff, echoed by the tall sandstone-clad fireplace while the dining area is surrounded by full-height windows that perch the diners over the sea.
With a design that emphasizes natural materials, streamlined storage solutions, and a cohesive aesthetic, this warm entry seamlessly integrates with the existing hardwood staircase.
The use of mixed materials for cabinetry creates balance in the space: the painted off-white cabinetry frames an oversized window, which is offset by an appliance wall and island of warm white oak that makes the look modern and clean yet warm and lived in.
The basement is an exploration in bold, moody and sexy ambiance mixed with a tropical sensibility and brimming with delightful details, such as a hidden wine room featuring a bold primary-coloured accent wall.
The living room is a contrast of textures and colours, with bold design elements such as tiled feature walls and striking murals, and unique features—like a structural living room column—transformed into design statements
Modern fixtures throughout are paired with the warmth of seemingly raw and worn surfaces with brushed wood grains and honed and tumbled stone, making this a true mountain home adorned with a modern rustic approach.
The design of this kitchen is rooted in a classic modern style, featuring a striking textured limestone range hood and honed limestone backsplash above the gas cooking area.
A raised hearth with a solid limestone surround adds a timeless touch, while warm white oak drop beams and tongue-and-groove paneling on the ceiling evoke the nostalgic warmth of classic wooden cabins.
This small space is swathed in the bold and beautiful Miami wallpaper from Phillip Jeffries, with a ledge of black and white terrazzo and a rust-toned cement Kast sink.
This reclaimed basement area provides a comfortable nest-like environment, rejuvenated with Venetian plaster, pixelated blue millwork, and hospital curtains (a nod to the clients’ medical professions).
Knotted nets are set above the hallways near the ceiling, accessed by the children through stairs hidden in their closets—a dramatic and fun way to increase play space via more efficiently exploiting the house’s section.
On a rooftop, a play zone for the entire family can be found and accessed by an exterior galvanized steel stair, where they’ll find a rare-in-Vancouver domestic rooftop pool with views to the North Shore Mountains, with options for use as a hot tub, or when the jets are on, a stationary swimming pool.
The kitchen is anchored by a curvilinear island in white oak tambour that provides ample space for a multitude of kitchen and family rituals, while the continuous marble-esque quartz countertop and backsplash is accentuated with a floating shelf in the same material for intentional open storage.
The large expanse of the room and its unique shape allows for unique arrangements and various cozy gathering opportunities, utilizing a mix of new and vintage furniture in a cohesive way.
Custom-built seating solves for a long and linear room layout and layered individual pieces of furniture, lighting and art to create a midcentury feel in an otherwise traditional home.
In keeping with the mid-century vibes present in the rest of the home, tiles are used to add texture when combined with a visually interesting and geometric, custom-built vanity.
Brass accents infuse warmth and sophistication, while custom vanity storage with intricate woven details and an antique rug add texture and visual interest, harmonizing the space.
The great room includes a living room and kitchen and features a split-level design to create higher and vaulted ceilings in the space, defining the area as its own special zone, accented in a hemlock ceiling.
This ensuite transforms into a functional, spa-like retreat with a wet room, luxurious rain showers, and a freestanding tub framed by elegant arches, all lit by skylights and rich with artisanal tilework.
This black-and-white contrast principal ensuite brings harmony into the room by blending luxe terrazzo tiles, matte-black fixtures and a custom vanity, creating a calming yet striking spa-like retreat.
This Whistler kitchen pairs warm white oak millwork with bold black accents, featuring a fluted wood hood fan, slatted entry wall and a lofted office that connects the space vertically.
Inspired by modern Italian ski chalets, this Whistler renovation repurposed materials to create a bright, open space with exposed beams, white oak flooring and warm-toned millwork, contrasted by black accents and light-filled design elements.
Drawing inspiration from Italian ski chalets, this Whistler renovation brightened the space with repurposed materials, exposed beams, white oak finishes and a cozy Jotul fireplace in the primary suite for warmth and charm.
This showhome blends bold mid-century modern décor, colourful art and luxurious finishes, perfect for a stylish, active couple who love to entertain.
Whimsical and light-filled, this studio for a boutique bridal designer blends Parisian charm with bold colours, curvilinear furnishings and budget-friendly touches, creating a chic, elegant workspace inspired by Emily in Paris.
This Yaletown luxury lash studio redefines retail with an immersive design, blending curved metal panels, brass shelving and a sculptural reception desk for an artful, intuitive shopping experience.
A true child’s dream, this soft bohemian bedroom in a 100-year-old home features a flowy custom canopy bed, blush pink colour-drenched walls and an arched bookshelf with integrated desk—creating a cozy, playful space designed to grow with her.
This 1950s bungalow kitchen blends mid-century charm with modern design, featuring bold black-and-white geometric tiles, coloured millwork and a textured reeded wood peninsula, all anchored by an arched entryway that opens up the space for a young, energetic family.
This kitchen design blends daring black finishes with textured quartzite and granite, while a reeded backsplash window brightens the space, balancing bold design with family-friendly function for a young couple adapting to life with a new baby.
Restored to its West Coast modern origins, this design opens up ocean views with exposed timber framing, a suspended steel staircase and new sliding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior to the patio, deck and pool
This design blends concrete, timber and expansive glazing to offer privacy and panoramic views, with seamless indoor-outdoor living and a minimalist, open-plan design for family gatherings.
Renovated from the ground up, this kitchen design blends light ash millwork with white and grey stone, offering a minimalist, beach-house vibe that frames expansive English Bay views.
This pantry design blends west-coast modern architecture with durable porcelain, quartz and ash paneling, topped off with dramatic dark graphite accents, cool suspended lighting and locally sourced furnishings for a natural yet practical vibe.
A primary suite closet divides into “his” sleek charcoal section with a luxe velvet ottoman and glass-topped cabinet, and “her” fashion-forward, monochromatic dressing room featuring Missoni wallpaper, fuchsia chairs, and a custom mirror for a glamorous retreat.
This powder room packs a punch with marble floors, brass inlay and playful Timorous Beasties Bumble Bee wallpaper—guaranteed to get guests talking.
A waiting area offers a warm welcome with earthy tones, rich textures and natural elements like forest green and deep brown, seamlessly blending ancient remedies with modern wellness.
This design transitions from bright, floral café by day to cozy cocktail spot by night, with playful design elements like suspended beach umbrellas, local art and vibrant textiles that bring joy and a sense of place to the neighbourhood.
This kitchen renovation in transforms a dated layout into a calm, geometric space, with radiused walls and cabinets that cleverly conceal mechanical pipes while creating a serene, open feel.
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