— March 2025 —

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Spring Foothills Lottery Home

Win the Ultimate Dream Home

We are thrilled to unveil our latest project—the Spring 2025 Foothills Lottery Home. Designed in collaboration with Baywest Homes, this stunning residence blends timeless elegance with modern functionality, creating the perfect sanctuary for a lucky winner.

A Home Designed for Life’s Next Chapter

With a value of $3.3 million, this home is a dream come true. We envisioned a space ideal for a couple with older children, where the main floor serves as a cozy retreat while the lower level provides private quarters.

Throughout the home, old-world details take center stage, from the precast stone fireplace to handcrafted cabinetry and softly detailed beams, adding depth and character to every room.

A Wellness Haven Awaits

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Downstairs, luxury meets relaxation. The wellness area is designed for ultimate rejuvenation, featuring a gym, sauna, and spa-like shower—because home should be your personal retreat. Imagine ending your day with a steam, a workout, or a moment of stillness in this thoughtfully designed space.

You Could Call This Home

What makes this project even more exciting? You have the chance to win it! Purchasing a ticket not only gives you an opportunity to own this breathtaking home, but also supports a great cause — the Calgary Foothills Hospital.

Key Dates to Remember:

  • April 4, 2025 — Last day to purchase your ticket

  • April 15, 2025 — Draw date

Don’t miss your chance to step into a home designed for beauty, comfort, and a lifetime of memories. Get your tickets today at Foothills Hospital Home Lottery.

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Collaboration with Maison Roseaux

SmithErickson x MR

As the seasons shift, there’s no better time to breathe new life into your home. At SmithErickson Designs, we believe that a well-curated space evolves with the seasons, embracing fresh textures, natural hues, and timeless pieces. Our ongoing collaboration with Maison Roseaux has allowed us to hand-select furniture and accessories that embody our signature approach—warm, inviting, and effortlessly classic.

This spring, we’re focusing on layering in softness, natural materials, and understated elegance. Whether you’re refreshing a bedroom, adding a statement piece to a living space, or refining your lighting, these selections will infuse your home with a sense of renewal and refinement.

Our Spring Refresh Picks

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Leander

Occasional Chair

A sculptural yet approachable addition to any room, the Leander Occasional Chair balances clean lines with a relaxed feel. Its soft curves and neutral upholstery make it a versatile piece, perfect for creating an inviting reading nook or adding depth to a seating arrangement.

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Lush Linen Stripe Duvet Cover

Spring calls for airy, breathable layers, and nothing elevates a bedroom quite like linen. The Lush Linen Stripe Duvet Cover in Slate Blue offers a subtle nod to coastal elegance while maintaining the effortless, lived-in luxury we love.

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Aimee Rug

A grounding element in any space, the Aimee Rug features muted tones and an intricate, vintage-inspired pattern. Layering in a well-crafted rug instantly adds warmth and character, making your home feel more curated and complete.

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Rosie Table Lamp

Lighting is one of the easiest ways to shift the ambiance of a space. The Rosie Table Lamp, with its soft, sculptural form and natural finish, creates a warm, inviting glow—perfect for adding depth and intimacy to a room.

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A Thoughtful Approach to Seasonal Updates

Refreshing your home for spring doesn’t mean a complete overhaul. Instead, focus on thoughtful updates—introducing lighter textures, fresh linens, and a few statement pieces that bring joy and balance. Our curated Maison Roseaux selections are designed to blend seamlessly with existing interiors while adding a sense of renewal.

Explore the full collection and bring a touch of SmithErickson’s timeless aesthetic into your home this season.

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Cinnamon Slate

Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year

Every so often, a color emerges that feels both timeless and refreshingly new. Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate—a rich, grounding hue—has captured our imagination this season. This deep, moody shade carries an air of quiet luxury, effortlessly complementing warm wood tones, natural stones, and sumptuous textiles.

We love the idea of Cinnamon Slate enveloping a study or lounge, paired with aged oak cabinetry, honed marble, and antique brass accents. Picture it alongside velvet upholstery, casting a regal yet approachable ambiance—reminiscent of old-world European interiors with a modern sensibility.

Whether used as a statement wall, millwork color, or an accent through textiles and decor, Cinnamon Slate is a hue that brings depth and drama without overwhelming a space. We’re excited to see how this sophisticated color finds its way into our upcoming projects.

Would you embrace this rich, moody shade in your home?

— International Design & Architecture Awards —

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London, England

This September we had the absolute honour of being awarded the Best Interior Design Scheme—Canada at the International Design & Architecture Awards in London, England. With Jenelle already having committed to an engagement, she unfortunately was unable to attend the awards, so Stephanie went to represent the SmithErickson team with her Mom, Beverly, in tow. Read on to hear about their experience.

Stephanie and her mom, Beverly.

The trip to London was a whirlwind few days but we were determined to take in all the sights. What better way to spend your first day in London after a long red-eye flight with little sleep than to venture all around the city on a Hop on Hop of Bus. While tiring, it proved to be a great way to pack in the highlights in a short period of time and we took in the magnificent architecture while exploring the many different boroughs of London.

The next day we headed out to the countryside to see a different side of England and were just taken by the Cotswolds. The villages were charming with centuries-old stone walls and cottages set among rolling hills; it looked straight out of a Hallmark movie (my guilty pleasure)! The craftsmanship, attention to detail and heritage materials and colours will continue to inspire.

We could have spent days museum hopping but had the pleasure of walking through the Natural History Museum and deep diving into the art world at the Victoria & Albert Museum which is the world’s largest Arts & Design Museum. From the beautiful building itself to the many displays and original art by artists I have only read about, it was a sensory overload. And in true English fashion we ended our day exploring the exhibits with a lovely high tea.

Now what you have all been waiting for…the awards day! The experience was like no other, as we pulled up to the impressive hotel that was hosting the awards ceremony, I had to pinch myself. The red carpet was rolled out, people milling about dressed to impress and cameras flashing. Was this a dream? The evening flew by in a daze with a total of 66 awards presented.

We were shortlisted for two categories; Interior Design Scheme Canada and Kitchen over $100K. As each category was announced, we had the pleasure of viewing images of the shortlisted projects and were awed by the stunning work and different perspectives from designers close to home and worldwide alike.

To be among such talent was an honour in itself, but when I heard them say “… and the winner is, SmithErickson Designs” I was overcome with so many emotions. Shock, joy and excitement were just a few followed by nervous that I now had to go up on stage to accept the award and say a few words. I can’t recall saying much more than “Wow, thank you!”

Thankful. Above all, thankful. That I have the privilege of having such a stellar partner in Jenelle.

Thankful for our incredible clients, for our amazing team and the trades & suppliers that all have a hand in bringing our projects to life. Thankful for the friends and family that have supported us through our journey and to have my Mom by my side with the biggest smile on her face and a tear in both of our eyes.

Stephanie's Main Floor Remodel

Stephanie embarked on her very own project last summer, a main floor renovation!  Read along to hear about how Steph created her dream kitchen and an inviting home for her & her husband and their dog Fizz.

We purchased this home and immediately embarked upon a renovation to update the tired 90’s interior to a bright, airy space to reflect our personal relaxed style. The kitchen was the focus…and getting rid of that pink tile and carpet! The original kitchen had a corner pantry which I find is often wasted space, by removing the pantry, we were able to extend the cabinetry on the range wall and reorient the island to create more countertop surface and seating. The addition of the tall pantry cabinet works perfectly for organized food storage.

It has always been my dream to have a window seat, so when we toured the home, I knew immediately that the small kitchen nook would be the perfect spot for this! The angled windows and size of the nook didn’t lend well to a kitchen table, but by building in the bench and adding a small bistro table, it has become a perch for a quick meal, a lazy morning coffee or nap spot :)

Added bonus are the drawers below the bench which hold our overflow small appliances and serving dishes. Our new addition to the family, Fizz, even has his own drawer by the back door with balls and treats (and sunscreen for me!)

Connection among spaces is important, so by changing the living room to be off the kitchen, it has created a wonderful intimate living area on the back of the house, with the dining table now in the two storey front room for a more grand feel for entertaining.

Both my husband, Blake and I really enjoy cooking so a lot of thought was put into the function of the kitchen. One of the top priorities was getting a professional style gas range so we started with the appliance selections and I then began to lay out the kitchen based on those to create a nice flow and work space for both of us to be in the kitchen together.

Some of my favourite things about our new kitchen are the functional bits…from the two appliance garages beside the fridge which house our everyday small appliances and bread (haha, specifically bread, because my kitchen would not be complete without a fresh loaf) to the multiple pullouts (spice, oil, utensil, pantry pullouts and garbage/recycling center) These functional interior elements are not the star of the show visually, but I think are worth every penny as they make day to day use of the kitchen extremely functional and keeps things organized and clutter free.

We are planning to be in the home for years to come, so it was really important to design a timeless kitchen, the details are what make it special with the 3 different door profiles (bevel shaker, round over with applied mullions on the pantry and v-groove on the bench), brushed gold hardware and custom hood. The cabinets are Benjamin Moore’s Titanium which is a soft grey that changes with the lighting and the shelves were a custom stain matched to the existing railing. It is one of the only original things left but I like to have a nod to the original home and have always had a soft spot for the vintage feel of turned railing. By far one of our favourite things has been the flooring which pulls everything together. Divine’s Chateau hardwood has beautiful variation and a natural look and feel which adds a very warm and inviting feel to our home!

Hardwood: Divine Flooring - Cosmopolitan Chateau

Custom Cabinetry: Evolve Kitchens

Backsplash: Centura Tile - Magma white 

Counters: Cosentino - Ethereal Glow