Spring Home & GardenTake the worry out of renovationsWhether youre looking to add more char-is done entirely to scale, examining structural, acter to your home or make structural improve-design and space planning to afford clients the ments to add to its resale value, Lifestyles bychance to get the best solution. After The Glass Barons works with their clients on every stepHouse, colour renderings of the plans are pro-in the renovation process, from concept toduced to show the client exactly what life will be completion, to ensure that the finished prod-like in their new space, including finishing mate-uct is exactly what was envisioned.rials, lighting and furniture placement.As a full design and build company, LifestylesSometimes during a renovation without by Barons helps their clients navigate theutilizing 3D rendering tools, the project can sometimes-confusing world of home design,get as far as the permit and build stage and the permits, procumbent and construction. Usingclient will start to hesitate because the picture three-dimensional renderings, Lifestyles bythey had in their head isnt what theyre seeing Barons helps them avoid escalating expensesin reality, Baron says. When you can show and overdue timelines. Whether its a wholethem the home and, essentially, walk them house overhaul or a simple update, Lifestylesthrough the completed house, prior to com-offers clients a truly unique approach to homemencing, its empowering.renovations.As a testament to their work, Lifestyles by We give clients the ability to see the workBarons has been asking clients to open their before it even starts, says Lifestyles Presidentdoors to the public for their Tour of Homes for Clockwise from left: the "before", the "Glass House" stage, the three-dimensional rendering and the com-Gordon Baron. Beyond the multi-million-dollarover 15 years. Through this initiative, prospec-pleted Lifestyles by Barons transformation of a dining room.home builders, there are very few people in thetive clients get the rare opportunity to see industry that are offering these services.these spectacular transformations first-hand.Lifestyles invites you to join the Tour of people at a time.The process involves creating The GlassIf the client wasnt delighted with the value, Homes on their April 9, 16 and May 28 show-For more information about Lifestyles byHouse, a step that allows clients to see beyondquality and craftsmanship, they wouldnt allow us ings at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. As these areBarons unique approach to home design andthe walls of their home, through to the structure,to bring a tour through their home, says Baron. private homes, all visitors must register inrenovations or to register for their Tour of so they can visualize how the proposed changesIt gives the public a chance to take a look at real advance and will be confirmed on a first-come,Homes, visit www.lifestylesbybarons.com or callwill impact their custom space. The Glass Houseclient homes and see the possibilities.first-serve basis. Showings are limited to 40905-872-5777.The OpportunityThis dated cookie cutter home has been transformed into an open concept luxury dream home, featuring three fully fi nished fl oors. Small sample of design changes include: New vaulted great room Custom Dream Kitchen with hidden English Pantry Entirely restructured rear of home allowing an extensive custom window package Terrace garden three stories up overlooking garden pool,built into the attic Custom Spa bathroom off the master with dressing room islandYOURE INVITED TO OURFROM CONCEPT TO 3-D MODELING, TO PERMITS, TO PROCUREMENT, TO BUILD,TO COMPLETION OF YOUR DREAMS, WE WILL BE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.THAPRIL 9, 16, & MAY 28 SHOWINGSBeforeAll visitors must reigster in advance to participate in the Tour of Homes. Tours will be offered at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Our showings are always well attended and will be confi rmed on a fi rst serve basis. Registration will close three days in advance of tours. Please state your preferred choice of times and we will make every effort to accommodate. Showings are limited and will be cut off at 40 people per showing. VIP Registration Number 905.872.4777 Lifestyles designs Copyright 2001 Lifestyles by Barons Inc.Main Offi ce 905.872.5777 or Register Online www.lifestylesbybarons.comwww.insideHALTON.com OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, April 8, 2011 26