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Good Design, Beautifully Lived: Inside LUSH Interiors' West Hillhurst Renovation

Good Design, Beautifully Lived: Inside LUSH Interiors' West Hillhurst Renovation

West Hillhurst Renovation

Photo Credit: KM Photography Interiors

STORY SOURCE: PiTCH PR

Built to Be Lived In, Not Just Looked At

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Calgary, AB, May 15, 2025 Thoughtful design does more than impress; it transforms how we live, gather, and connect. In the case of Calgary’s West Hillhurst Renovation, it also helped sell a home in under 24 hours.


With no named end-user, LUSH Interiors approached this project the way they always do, by imagining how the right family would want to live. What resulted was a home that feels intentional at every turn. In partnership with Katra Construction, LUSH reimagined a traditional residence as a functional, flexible, and refined space where quiet luxury supports real life.

“Even without a specific client, we designed with people in mind,” says Charlene Threatful, Principal Designer of LUSH Interiors. “We asked ourselves: what would it mean to live beautifully here?”


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The main floor centers around a large open kitchen and family room. Anchoring it all is a 12-foot Taj Mahal quartz island, sourced specifically to avoid seams. "It’s a small decision that carries big impact,” says Threatful. “It speaks to our belief that you can express luxury through one well-chosen moment, rather than layering on excess."


Around this focal point, durable hardwood floors, considered sightlines, and multifunctional cabinetry reflect LUSH’s signature approach: subtle, tailored, and lasting.

The home also includes a guest-ready main floor suite, a dedicated office with architectural mouldings, and a dining room featuring custom millwork and wallpaper that balances sophistication with warmth. “These spaces feel complete, not staged,” says Threatful. “They’re designed to support connection.”


Upstairs, the second level offers a peaceful contrast to the active main floor. The primary suite includes a serene ensuite with added storage and elevated finishes, a walk-in closet, and proximity to an upstairs laundry room, which is an increasingly essential feature for modern families.

Children’s rooms were designed with flexibility and growth in mind, each one equipped with thoughtful walk-in closets and smart zones for study or relaxation.


What distinguishes the West Hillhurst renovation project is its polished practicality. LUSH preserved and adapted existing architectural elements to keep the design grounded, opting to reimagine rather than replace. The original fireplace was retained, modernized, and reframed to become a meaningful feature, reducing waste and reinforcing the firm’s commitment to sustainability. Even with a defined footprint, the home flows intuitively. The natural and layered lighting plays a pivotal role in how each room adapts from task to rest.

“When design and construction are aligned early and consistently throughout the entire process, it shows”, says Tana Wheatcroft, Founder and Lead Project Manager of Katra Construction.  “This project is a testament  to that.”

“Luxury isn’t about more. It’s about what’s essential and how well it works,” says Threatful.

 

The home sold the day it went on the market. But more importantly, the feedback from buyers and agents echoed what LUSH Interiors always aims to deliver: interior design that supports real life, feels intentional, and never overwhelms.


“We believe good design is always a smart investment,” Threatful adds. “You feel the difference from the moment you walk in the door.”



About LUSH Interiors

LUSH Interiors is an award-winning Calgary-based interior design studio specializing in luxury residential spaces. With expertise in custom homes, full-scale renovations, and bespoke furnishings, the firm is known for creating elegant, functional interiors tailored to the way people live.


Led by founder and principal designer Charlene Threatful, LUSH Interiors delivers a full-service experience grounded in collaboration, clarity, and design excellence. Each project is guided by a commitment to timeless aesthetics and thoughtful personalization through architectural detailing to the final layer of styling.


LUSH Interiors works closely with homeowners, builders, and trade professionals to craft spaces that are as livable as they are beautiful. The studio’s refined, client-centric approach ensures every detail reflects intention, purpose, and joy.


For more information, visit lushinteriors.com.



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Photo Credit for West Hillhurst Renovation: KM Photography Interiors



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