Principal & Lead Designer | Sappho Griffin
Decorator & Stylist | Beth Hitchcock
Fun & Fearless
Our clients had built this house and moved in, only to realize it lacked soul and character—not to mention furniture. As one owner put it, “We had nothing left in the tank to bring it to life.” We elevated the entire main floor with colourful tile backsplashes, paint and wallpaper, and new lighting and furnishings, both new and vintage. The following year, we came back to finish the job, tackling their upstairs den and renovating the primary bath and walk-in closet.
the team
the location
French Village, Nova Scotia
Add character to a builder-basic home
the assignment
The Client Feedback
“Some of Sappho’s choices were bold and daring, but I was never nervous to let her lead. Her experience and vision gave me complete confidence, and I trusted the process. The end result is a space that’s not only stunning but also tells our story in the most thoughtful and memorable way.”
Rachel S.
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“Sappho transformed the builder-basic house with a mix of vintage and contemporary furniture, objects and art, as well as exuberantly patterned wallpapers and fabrics. Even though the colours and prints are daring, there’s a disciplined approach to the decorating.”
