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    This is How the Save My Reno Team Creates the Ultimate Beachy Oasis for Baby

    February 26, 2020 Sharon Miki Chan

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    With a baby on the way, Leilani’s life was about to change completely — so her cramped living space needed some major changes, too. Using smart saves and a little DIY ingenuity, designer Samantha Pynn and contractor Sebastian Clovis transformed Leilani’s crowded home into a beachy dream for her new family. Save My Reno airs Tuesdays at 9 and 9:30PM e/p on HGTV Canada and is available online Wednesday morning at HGTV.ca.
    white and blue nursery with white crib and blue rocking chair
    Save My Reno

    This is How the Save My Reno Team Creates the Ultimate Beachy Oasis for Baby

    February 26, 2020 Sharon Miki Chan

    With a baby on the way, Leilani’s life was about to change completely — so her cramped living space needed some major changes, too. Using smart saves and a little DIY ingenuity, designer Samantha Pynn and contractor Sebastian Clovis transformed Leilani’s crowded home into a beachy dream for her new family. Save My Reno airs Tuesdays at 9 and 9:30PM e/p on HGTV Canada and is available online Wednesday morning at HGTV.ca.

    • New Baby, New Baby Home

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      New Baby, New Baby Home

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      Time was not on homeowner Leilani’s side. With her husband set to arrive in two-and-a-half months and her baby due in just four months, Leilani wanted to transform her cramped home to accommodate her growing family — but her previous attempts at renos were far from successful. Luckily, Leilani could call on her best friend Cheyenne and the <em>Save My Reno</em> team to work their magic with her $50,000 renovation budget.
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      New Baby, New Baby Home

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      Time was not on homeowner Leilani’s side. With her husband set to arrive in two-and-a-half months and her baby due in just four months, Leilani wanted to transform her cramped home to accommodate her growing family — but her previous attempts at renos were far from successful. Luckily, Leilani could call on her best friend Cheyenne and the <em>Save My Reno</em> team to work their magic with her $50,000 renovation budget.

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Kitchen Nightmare

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      Kitchen Nightmare

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      While Leilani's home actually had more than enough space for her new family, it wasn't laid out to make the most of it. A prime example? The kitchen was dark, outdated and disjointed from the living and dining spaces — far from the airy, island-inspired feel that Leilani was going for.
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      Kitchen Nightmare

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      While Leilani's home actually had more than enough space for her new family, it wasn't laid out to make the most of it. A prime example? The kitchen was dark, outdated and disjointed from the living and dining spaces — far from the airy, island-inspired feel that Leilani was going for.

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Let There Be Light

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      Let There Be Light

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      Sebastian and Cheyenne gutted Leilani's kitchen, installing bright white cabinets and new countertops to create a light, airy feel. To help keep the budget in check, the team kept Leilani's stainless steel appliances for the revamped kitchen design. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kitchens/photos/simple-things-cozier-happier-kitchen-1935020/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Simple Things to Make You Cozier and Happier in Your Kitchen</a>
      Save My RenoThis is How the Save My Reno Team Creates the Ultimate Beachy Oasis for Baby

      Let There Be Light

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      Sebastian and Cheyenne gutted Leilani's kitchen, installing bright white cabinets and new countertops to create a light, airy feel. To help keep the budget in check, the team kept Leilani's stainless steel appliances for the revamped kitchen design. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kitchens/photos/simple-things-cozier-happier-kitchen-1935020/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Simple Things to Make You Cozier and Happier in Your Kitchen</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Just Passing Through

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      Just Passing Through

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      To connect the kitchen and dining space, the team opened up the once-miniscule cutout to create an open pass through — letting light flow from the sliding glass doors straight into the kitchen. Tying it all together, new white shiplap walls brought texture to the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/dining-rooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dining space</a>, while Leilani's old round dining table was repurposed to suit the new space.
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      Just Passing Through

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      To connect the kitchen and dining space, the team opened up the once-miniscule cutout to create an open pass through — letting light flow from the sliding glass doors straight into the kitchen. Tying it all together, new white shiplap walls brought texture to the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/dining-rooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dining space</a>, while Leilani's old round dining table was repurposed to suit the new space.

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • A Smart Swap

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      A Smart Swap

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      One of the biggest-impact design decisions the team made was to flip the dining space and the living space. Placing the dining area beside the kitchen enhances the flow through the home — maximizing space.
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      A Smart Swap

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      One of the biggest-impact design decisions the team made was to flip the dining space and the living space. Placing the dining area beside the kitchen enhances the flow through the home — maximizing space.

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • From the Ground Up

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      white open concept office and living space with light-wood floors

      From the Ground Up

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      To keep the airy island-inspired feel flowing throughout the main living spaces, the team used hickory floors with a touch of a white wash in the kitchen, dining area, living room and office. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/renovations/photos/rookie-flooring-mistakes-to-avoid-1916102/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Rookie Flooring Mistakes to Avoid During Your Next Reno</a>
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      From the Ground Up

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      To keep the airy island-inspired feel flowing throughout the main living spaces, the team used hickory floors with a touch of a white wash in the kitchen, dining area, living room and office. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/renovations/photos/rookie-flooring-mistakes-to-avoid-1916102/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Rookie Flooring Mistakes to Avoid During Your Next Reno</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Over Worked

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      Over Worked

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      As a teacher, Leilani needs a functional workspace — but her previous office area was literally holding her back with shelves and files trapping her in the corner. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/stylish-small-home-office-ideas-to-copy-1923655/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Insanely Stylish Small Home Office Ideas to Copy</a>
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      Over Worked

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      As a teacher, Leilani needs a functional workspace — but her previous office area was literally holding her back with shelves and files trapping her in the corner. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/stylish-small-home-office-ideas-to-copy-1923655/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Insanely Stylish Small Home Office Ideas to Copy</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Work From Home

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      Work From Home

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      By simply reconfiguring the furniture, the team created a more <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/how-to-transform-that-awkward-nook-into-a-useful-home-office-1924428/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">efficient, useful office area</a> for Leilani that flows perfectly with the rest of the room.
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      Work From Home

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      By simply reconfiguring the furniture, the team created a more <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/how-to-transform-that-awkward-nook-into-a-useful-home-office-1924428/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">efficient, useful office area</a> for Leilani that flows perfectly with the rest of the room.

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Making Space for Baby

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      Making Space for Baby

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      Upstairs, Leilani's spare room was destined to become her baby's nursery — but a mix of excess furniture, dark colours and a blocked closet made it hard for her imagine it as her little one's new room. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/10-bedroom-organization-tips-that-practically-do-the-cleaning-for-you-1924628/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Bedroom Organization Tips That Practically Do the Cleaning for You</a>
      Save My RenoThis is How the Save My Reno Team Creates the Ultimate Beachy Oasis for Baby

      Making Space for Baby

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      Upstairs, Leilani's spare room was destined to become her baby's nursery — but a mix of excess furniture, dark colours and a blocked closet made it hard for her imagine it as her little one's new room. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/10-bedroom-organization-tips-that-practically-do-the-cleaning-for-you-1924628/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Bedroom Organization Tips That Practically Do the Cleaning for You</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Island Inspiration

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      Island Inspiration

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      White walls, turquoise accents and smart storage transformed the spare room into a totally tranquil, cozy nursery that echoes Samantha's island-inspired downstairs decor scheme. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/design-tricks-help-baby-sleep-through-night-1935595/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Design Tricks to Help Baby Sleep Through the Night</a>
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      White walls, turquoise accents and smart storage transformed the spare room into a totally tranquil, cozy nursery that echoes Samantha's island-inspired downstairs decor scheme. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/design-tricks-help-baby-sleep-through-night-1935595/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15 Design Tricks to Help Baby Sleep Through the Night</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Bright and Airy

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      Bright and Airy

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      To make the most of the compact space, Sebastian also hand-crafted a space-saving changing station that attaches to the crib when it's needed – and hangs on the wall for storage when it's not. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/practical-tips-to-decorating-your-babys-nursery-1926076/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">11 Practical Tips to Decorating Your Baby’s Nursery</a>
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      Bright and Airy

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      To make the most of the compact space, Sebastian also hand-crafted a space-saving changing station that attaches to the crib when it's needed – and hangs on the wall for storage when it's not. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/practical-tips-to-decorating-your-babys-nursery-1926076/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">11 Practical Tips to Decorating Your Baby’s Nursery</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

    • Beachy-Keen for Baby

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      Beachy-Keen for Baby

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      Another special DIY touch? Using leftover wallpaper, Samantha and Leilani DIYed a custom wall decal in the shape of a palm tree — bringing the beachy downstairs theme into the nursery. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/12-diy-decor-projects-for-your-babys-nursery-1929173/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12 DIY Decor Projects for Your Baby's Nursery</a>
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      Beachy-Keen for Baby

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      Another special DIY touch? Using leftover wallpaper, Samantha and Leilani DIYed a custom wall decal in the shape of a palm tree — bringing the beachy downstairs theme into the nursery. <br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/12-diy-decor-projects-for-your-babys-nursery-1929173/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12 DIY Decor Projects for Your Baby's Nursery</a>

      Photo Credit: HGTV Canada

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