Watson Island Cottage

The Watson Island renovation highlights the benefits of updating a family cottage to enhance both functionality and energy efficiency. Through a thoughtful redesign and collaboration with skilled trades, we created a modern three-season space that meets the needs of the family while preserving the charm of the original cottage. This project demonstrates how strategic renovations can breathe new life into a cherished retreat.

Date
Aug 2024
Location
Winnipeg, MB
project type
Renovation
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Concepts

Project Overview


The Watson Island project involved a complete renovation of the main floor of a family cottage, transforming it into a modern three-season retreat. The renovation included a new solar upgrade to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. The updated space now offers a refreshed and functional environment for family gatherings and relaxation.

Design and Renovation Process


The renovation focused on modernizing the main floor of the cottage while incorporating energy-efficient upgrades. Key updates included:

  • Solar Upgrade: Installation of solar panels to improve energy efficiency and sustainability.
  • Three-Season Conversion: The cottage was updated to function effectively as a three-season retreat, extending its usability throughout most of the year.
  • Modernized Main Floor: The main floor was redesigned to enhance comfort and style, creating a more functional and inviting space for family activities.

Collaboration with Skilled Trades


To achieve the vision for the Watson Island renovation, we worked with a team of skilled professionals:

  • Design and Construction: Clearview handled the overall design and construction, ensuring that the renovation met both aesthetic and functional goals.
  • Flooring: WM Dycks provided new flooring, enhancing the look and feel of the main floor.
  • Plumbing and Mechanical: Shortys Plumbing managed the plumbing and mechanical systems, ensuring efficient and reliable installations.
  • Electrical: LD handled the electrical work, providing safe and effective lighting and power solutions.
  • Island Countertop: Prairie Barnwood supplied the custom island countertop, adding a unique and stylish element to the kitchen.
  • Cabinetry: Kitchen Craft provided new cabinetry, improving both functionality and visual appeal.
  • Painting: Boisco managed the painting, delivering a fresh and cohesive look throughout the main floor.

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Gallery

Project Gallery

View the gallery to see the transformation of the Watson Island cottage. The images showcase the updated main floor, the new solar installation, and the improvements made to create a comfortable and stylish three-season retreat. Each photo reflects the careful attention to detail and quality craftsmanship that went into the renovation.

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