A Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just Listed
HGTV Canada viewers have seen realtor Todd Talbot tempt numerous homeowners with spectacular West Coast homes on Love it or List it Vancouver, but for the first time we get to take a peek at the place he calls home: a gorgeous property in Lions Bay that boasts a spectacular ocean view and a $2.4-million price tag.
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House of Talbot
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Todd Talbot of <em><a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/love-it-or-list-it-vancouver/" target="_blank">Love It or List It Vancouver</a></em> is ready to sell his gorgeously renovated home in Lions Bay, about a half-hour outside of Vancouver, boasting spectacular views of Howe Sound. The 2,958-square-foot, three-bedroom home is <a href="http://blurealty.com/r2185109-360-bayview-road#" target="_blank">listed</a> for $2.388 million.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedHouse of Talbot
PHOTO 1 of 24READ LESS -Todd Talbot of <em><a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/love-it-or-list-it-vancouver/" target="_blank">Love It or List It Vancouver</a></em> is ready to sell his gorgeously renovated home in Lions Bay, about a half-hour outside of Vancouver, boasting spectacular views of Howe Sound. The 2,958-square-foot, three-bedroom home is <a href="http://blurealty.com/r2185109-360-bayview-road#" target="_blank">listed</a> for $2.388 million.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Best of the West Coast
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Todd and wife Rebecca purchased the arched A-frame home — originally built in 1973 — in 2010, <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank">revealing in a newspaper interview</a> that it was "love at first viewing" as they found themselves drawn to the unique architecture and the amazing views.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedBest of the West Coast
PHOTO 2 of 24READ LESS -Todd and wife Rebecca purchased the arched A-frame home — originally built in 1973 — in 2010, <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank">revealing in a newspaper interview</a> that it was "love at first viewing" as they found themselves drawn to the unique architecture and the amazing views.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Ahead of the Curve
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The home has been "completely rebuilt around the original curved architecture," <a href="http://blurealty.com/r2185109-360-bayview-road#" target="_blank">notes the listing</a>, with the open-concept kitchen/living area on the main floor featuring vaulted ceilings along with windows and sliding glass doors to take in the view, looking out to Gambier, Bowyer and Bowen Islands.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedAhead of the Curve
PHOTO 3 of 24READ LESS -The home has been "completely rebuilt around the original curved architecture," <a href="http://blurealty.com/r2185109-360-bayview-road#" target="_blank">notes the listing</a>, with the open-concept kitchen/living area on the main floor featuring vaulted ceilings along with windows and sliding glass doors to take in the view, looking out to Gambier, Bowyer and Bowen Islands.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Renovation
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Todd and Rebecca "wanted to retain the beauty of the architecturally rare, and difficult-to-replicate, barrel detail of the ceiling," notes an article about the home in the <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank"><em>North Shore News</em></a>, which reveals that the couple tried to salvage as much of the home's original material as they could while they renovated, which included adding additional windows. “I sanded every piece of wood and laid every inch of it in this house," said Talbot of the project. "My knees will never be the same.”Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedRenovation
PHOTO 4 of 24READ LESS -Todd and Rebecca "wanted to retain the beauty of the architecturally rare, and difficult-to-replicate, barrel detail of the ceiling," notes an article about the home in the <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank"><em>North Shore News</em></a>, which reveals that the couple tried to salvage as much of the home's original material as they could while they renovated, which included adding additional windows. “I sanded every piece of wood and laid every inch of it in this house," said Talbot of the project. "My knees will never be the same.”Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Barrel Shape
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The barrel-shaped living area of the A-frame structure adds a unique feel that is simultaneously cozy and expansive, with the living area flowing seamlessly into the completely revamped modern kitchen.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedBarrel Shape
PHOTO 5 of 24READ LESS -The barrel-shaped living area of the A-frame structure adds a unique feel that is simultaneously cozy and expansive, with the living area flowing seamlessly into the completely revamped modern kitchen.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Living and Dining
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The dining room flows seamlessly from the kitchen thanks to the home's expansive open-concept design.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedLiving and Dining
PHOTO 6 of 24READ LESS -The dining room flows seamlessly from the kitchen thanks to the home's expansive open-concept design.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Kitchen Comfort
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A rough-hewn reclaimed wood table handles the family's dining duties, providing a beautiful contrast with the sleekness modernity of the kitchen. Hanging atop the table is a bespoke wood lighting fixture produced by <a href="https://propellor.ca/" target="_blank">Propellor</a>.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedKitchen Comfort
PHOTO 7 of 24READ LESS -A rough-hewn reclaimed wood table handles the family's dining duties, providing a beautiful contrast with the sleekness modernity of the kitchen. Hanging atop the table is a bespoke wood lighting fixture produced by <a href="https://propellor.ca/" target="_blank">Propellor</a>.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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L-Shaped Island
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The L-shaped kitchen island is topped with a Caesarstone countertop in Misty Carrera, while white appliances blend into the white cabinetry.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedL-Shaped Island
PHOTO 8 of 24READ LESS -The L-shaped kitchen island is topped with a Caesarstone countertop in Misty Carrera, while white appliances blend into the white cabinetry.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Family Room
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A comfy sectional and shaggy rug lend a feel of comfort and relaxation to the family room, a space where Todd, Rebecca and their two children can kick back for some family time.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedFamily Room
PHOTO 9 of 24READ LESS -A comfy sectional and shaggy rug lend a feel of comfort and relaxation to the family room, a space where Todd, Rebecca and their two children can kick back for some family time.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Design Scheme
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In an interview with <a href="https://sothebysrealty.ca/insightblog/2015/12/01/at-home-with-todd-talbot/" target="_blank">Sotheby's Insight blog</a>, Todd describes the home's interior design as "West Coast contemporary with a bit of 'family mess' thrown in just to keep it real. I’m a big fan of an eclectic mix of furniture while keeping a house warm and inviting. Pretentious rooms annoy me — they seem like a waste of space."Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedDesign Scheme
PHOTO 10 of 24READ LESS -In an interview with <a href="https://sothebysrealty.ca/insightblog/2015/12/01/at-home-with-todd-talbot/" target="_blank">Sotheby's Insight blog</a>, Todd describes the home's interior design as "West Coast contemporary with a bit of 'family mess' thrown in just to keep it real. I’m a big fan of an eclectic mix of furniture while keeping a house warm and inviting. Pretentious rooms annoy me — they seem like a waste of space."Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Loft
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The second storey is accessed by a staircase just off the family room, leading to this open loft space that showcases the home's barrel-shaped design, boasting gorgeous stone flooring and plenty of exposed wood.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedLoft
PHOTO 11 of 24READ LESS -The second storey is accessed by a staircase just off the family room, leading to this open loft space that showcases the home's barrel-shaped design, boasting gorgeous stone flooring and plenty of exposed wood.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Master Bedroom
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"Here's what I wake up to every morning and you could be waking up here next," wrote Todd of the home's master bedroom <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BWRG7RPlPDR/?hl=en" target="_blank">in a recent Instagram post</a>. "If you are looking for a little slice of heaven we have put our baby on the market. Thanks to my amazing crew @blu_realty and @kimtaylorhomes in Lions Bay Rebecca and I are in good hands...I'm looking forward to sharing all the details of the adventure the Talbot family is embarking on.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedMaster Bedroom
PHOTO 12 of 24READ LESS -"Here's what I wake up to every morning and you could be waking up here next," wrote Todd of the home's master bedroom <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BWRG7RPlPDR/?hl=en" target="_blank">in a recent Instagram post</a>. "If you are looking for a little slice of heaven we have put our baby on the market. Thanks to my amazing crew @blu_realty and @kimtaylorhomes in Lions Bay Rebecca and I are in good hands...I'm looking forward to sharing all the details of the adventure the Talbot family is embarking on.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Admiring the View
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“I’m a view guy," Todd said in an interview with <a href="http://www.homesanddesign.ca/design/rooms-with-a-view/" target="_blank"><em>West Coast Homes & Design</em></a>. "I’d sacrifice location for a view, which is why we’re here. Every room I designed for the view to be the focus.”Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedAdmiring the View
PHOTO 13 of 24READ LESS -“I’m a view guy," Todd said in an interview with <a href="http://www.homesanddesign.ca/design/rooms-with-a-view/" target="_blank"><em>West Coast Homes & Design</em></a>. "I’d sacrifice location for a view, which is why we’re here. Every room I designed for the view to be the focus.”Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Outdoor Living
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In addition to the home's nearly-3,000 square feet of living area, there's also an additional 1,500 square feet of outdoor space on this wraparound deck that boasts a truly stunning West Coast view, which includes an L-shaped outdoor couch, patio table and deep wood-clad hot tub, accessed via glass doors from the master bedroom.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedOutdoor Living
PHOTO 14 of 24READ LESS -In addition to the home's nearly-3,000 square feet of living area, there's also an additional 1,500 square feet of outdoor space on this wraparound deck that boasts a truly stunning West Coast view, which includes an L-shaped outdoor couch, patio table and deep wood-clad hot tub, accessed via glass doors from the master bedroom.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Sunset View
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Todd <a href="http://www.homesanddesign.ca/design/rooms-with-a-view/" target="_blank">noted</a> that the home has been "an extreme labour of love," adding: “It would probably have been cheaper to tear it down and start again, but we would never have built this.”Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedSunset View
PHOTO 15 of 24READ LESS -Todd <a href="http://www.homesanddesign.ca/design/rooms-with-a-view/" target="_blank">noted</a> that the home has been "an extreme labour of love," adding: “It would probably have been cheaper to tear it down and start again, but we would never have built this.”Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Master Ensuite
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In his chat with the <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank"><em>North Shore News</em></a>, Todd admitted that his biggest splurge when it came to renovating was the master ensuite, which features Waterworks stone in the walk-in shower and custom Chinese Elm countertops.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedMaster Ensuite
PHOTO 16 of 24READ LESS -In his chat with the <a href="http://www.nsnews.com/living-mag/celeb-homes/an-afternoon-at-todd-talbot-s-lion-s-bay-abode-1.20466140" target="_blank"><em>North Shore News</em></a>, Todd admitted that his biggest splurge when it came to renovating was the master ensuite, which features Waterworks stone in the walk-in shower and custom Chinese Elm countertops.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Todd's Office
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In addition to the three bedrooms on the lower floor, the upper floors include two executive offices (including this one) that have the potential to be converted into additional bedrooms.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedTodd's Office
PHOTO 17 of 24READ LESS -In addition to the three bedrooms on the lower floor, the upper floors include two executive offices (including this one) that have the potential to be converted into additional bedrooms.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Room With a View
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The second office on the upper level, boasting a large picture window to take full advantage of that breathtaking view.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedRoom With a View
PHOTO 18 of 24READ LESS -The second office on the upper level, boasting a large picture window to take full advantage of that breathtaking view.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Bathroom
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One of the home's three bathrooms, this one boasts a large wood-slab vanity.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedBathroom
PHOTO 19 of 24READ LESS -One of the home's three bathrooms, this one boasts a large wood-slab vanity.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Daughter's Bedroom
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This bedroom on the lower level has been delightfully decorated for the couple's young daughter.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedDaughter's Bedroom
PHOTO 20 of 24READ LESS -This bedroom on the lower level has been delightfully decorated for the couple's young daughter.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Boy's Room
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The third bedroom, used by the couple's son, features an ingeniously designed bunk bed with built-in spiral staircase, creating a play area beneath.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedBoy's Room
PHOTO 21 of 24READ LESS -The third bedroom, used by the couple's son, features an ingeniously designed bunk bed with built-in spiral staircase, creating a play area beneath.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Additional Bathroom
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Another bathroom, featuring a tub within a wood enclosure and unique tile design.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedAdditional Bathroom
PHOTO 22 of 24READ LESS -Another bathroom, featuring a tub within a wood enclosure and unique tile design.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Laundry
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The laundry room is functional yet attractive, with plenty of storage offered from built-in shelving.Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedLaundry
PHOTO 23 of 24READ LESS -The laundry room is functional yet attractive, with plenty of storage offered from built-in shelving.Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
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Game On!
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The two-car garage offers plenty of parking, as well as storage for bicycles — and, as we can see, doubles as space set up for hockey practice!Real EstateA Look Inside the Spectacular Home 'LIOLIV' Star Todd Talbot Just ListedGame On!
PHOTO 24 of 24READ LESS -The two-car garage offers plenty of parking, as well as storage for bicycles — and, as we can see, doubles as space set up for hockey practice!Photo Credit: Blu RealtySource: blurealty.com
