http://www.bba-design.com/blog staying inspired and informed Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:28:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Check out our latest condominium project, Viridian Green on Vancouver’s West Side. The finishes are (as advertised) smart, timeless and functional, featuring boutique hotel – style washrooms. The BBA Team whipped up, in under a month a 1251 sq. ft. display suite on the south side. It is a 3 bedroom ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=107 Colin Campbell & Benjamin Moore Design Event Sharon Bortolotto I recently attended a Benjamin Moore Presentation hosted by Colin Campbell & Associates. The “Colours for Your Home 2009” colour forecast was presented by Kim Pfeifer the Benjamin Moore Architectural and Design Representative. She stated that the Benjamin Moore Design teams scour North America looking ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=98 Just in time for a summer barbecue, BBA Design Consultants is pleased to announce the completion of a highly-spirited, two bedroom 1069 sq. ft. carriage style townhome at Sunset Grove, a Solterra Development in Surrey, BC. The open floor plan features a metropolitan mix of modern elements and streamlined classic ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=94 The BBA Design Team is just putting the finishing touches on the public areas and displays suites for Concert Properties' 365 Waterfront, six-story condominium project in Victoria's Selkirk community district. Scheduled to open in early July there are two well -appointed and spacious display units, of 1100 &1500 square ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=86 As the Interior Designers for the new Spa Magnolia, BBA Design Consultants is pleased to announce the recent opening of the new 2,634 sq ft. Spa in Victoria, B.C. Situated in the landmark heritage building that once housed Hugo’s Brewhouse, the new Spa Magnolia adjoins the Magnolia and is a ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=63 Sharon Bortolotto On Monday June 1, 2009, BBA attended the 20 year anniversary celebration of Concert Properties at the new Vancouver Convention Centre. Concert announced the retirement of it's Board Chair & founder Jack Poole, the promotion of David Podmore to Board Chair and CEO and the appointment of Brian McCauley to ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=50 2009 Hospitality Show, Las Vegas Sharon Bortolotto Lighting inspires, engages and invokes emotion. In these uncertain economic times designers are searching for innovative ways to personalize interior spaces. Why not consider lighting as the iconic design element? Italy’s Foscarini introduced “Tress”, an abstract weave composed of threads and resin. Available in floor, table and ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=29 2009 HD Show Las Vegas Sharon Bortolotto I recently attended a compelling seminar held at the HD hospitality show in Las Vegas entitled; ”Re-inventing the Affordable Hotel” The panel consisted of representatives from Starwood, (aloft) Nylo, (Nylo & XP) and Choice (Cambria Suites) hotel brands.  Presentations and follow-up discussions focused on ‘how ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=22 We are very happy to announce that the Black Rock Oceanfront Resort is now open. We enjoyed working with the entire development team and we look forward to visiting in the near future. STAFF BHRBC Press Release Located on a dramatic rock promontory with the Wild Pacific Ocean crashing behind it, Black Rock ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=21 BBA Design Consultants Inc. was recognized with two Bronze Awards at the 2008 Awards of Excellent Presentation of the IDIBC. The awards were announced at a Gala Reception at the Vancouver Playhouse Theater on February 10, 2008. BBA was presented with the Bronze Award of Excellence in the category of Multi-Family ... http://www.bba-design.com/blog/?p=20