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Mirror Polished Venetian Plaster Fireplace Vancouver

By darrellmorrison on January 19, 2017 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, Carrara Marmorino, Custom Fire Places, Decorative Finishes, Design News, feature, home, Lime Plaster, Polished Plaster, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

When a client wants to make a fireplace disappear from the field of view, we can think of no better finish than our monolithic high polished Italian lime plaster. We have created this proprietary custom finish to fit into a more modern style of home. With its mirror polished finish without any tool marks makes for a beautiful conversation piece while also creating a timeless feature with durability and uniqueness. The end result is a solid, seamless stone surface that appears to be carved in place. Contact the studio for information our Venetian and Italian lime based plasters applications for fireplaces, seamless showers and anything in between in Vancouver, Canada.

Enjoy this short video showing the level of quality we deliver.

High polished Italian lime plaster fireplace

Polished Venetian Plaster Fireplace Canada from Darrell Morrison on Vimeo.

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Black Tadelakt Fireplace Gossip Island

By darrellmorrison on June 7, 2016 in blog, Custom Fire Places, feature, home, Lime Plaster, Polished Plaster, Standard Post, Tadelakt, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

When I get asked to create samples for fireplaces its always something new. This house was no exception with a 14 foot tall fireplace as the main feature to the living area. The clients wanted dark. The pictures of the concepts they showed had a metal look. I decided that Tadelakt Italian Lime plaster was the best material for the project. Tadelakt comes in powder instead of paste. Tadelakt is a feebly hydraulic lime similar to NHL 3.5. The powder form gives the installer the ability to add larger amounts of colorants if needed, although this can effect the working properties of the Lime plaster material if excessive amounts of colorant are used.

The end finish we created is polished to an effect of gun metal with hints of bronze metallic which add an undertone of brown to this black Tadelakt fireplace. The hearth was waxed to add extra protection and differentiate the upper and lower area of the fireplace. I can’t wait to see photos when the wood burning fireplace is running this fall/winter. Lime plaster is a non-combustible material making it a great finishing material for hi-heat applications.

Here are some photos of the progress of building out the fireplace and getting things ready for finish coat.

Enjoying a glass of wine at the end of hard work day.

One thing about working on an Island is making sure you have “everything” you need. It felt like I brought everything but the kitchen sink.

As this project nears its end we get a chance to enjoy a few moments of reflection, to think of all the hard work that goes into our clients projects and everyone involved. I will miss the early morning coffee and scenic views.

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West Coast Contemporary Venetian Plaster Application

By debruyndesign on February 1, 2016 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, Decorative Finishes, feature, home, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster, Textured Plaster, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

Modern architecture with matte Tadelakt Venetian plaster concrete looking walls. Venetian Plaster Canada

This Stunning West Coast Contemporary home featured many modern elements including exposed wood beams and stainless steel countertops. The walls were designed using a custom tone limestone plaster that was installed between powder coated steel reveals. The ability to apply the limestone plaster material to unique substrates also made it possible to plaster two doors seamlessly integrated into the wall system that are completely hidden when closed.

The architect for the renovation Kevin O’Leary was the catalyst and idea man. We worked together in designing how the plaster system would work together. Being involved with a project like this from the substrate up to final completion helped insure all the components would flow together seamlessly and any errors could be caught before the project is to far forward. The Tadelakt lime plaster has a smooth velvet touch with a matte finish and subtle texture invoking the touch of your hand as you walk past.

It was equally important the design of the new kitchen respect the quality and intent of the existing architecture, the home originally designed by Seattle-based architect Roland Terry. The new design keeps to a monochromatic colour scheme with a highly crafted use of wood, terrazzo, plaster and steel to mirror the finishes seen elsewhere in the residence.

Integrated Italian Lime Plaster Fireplace

By darrellmorrison on February 28, 2015 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, Custom Fire Places, feature, home, Lime Plaster, Polished Plaster, Tadelakt, Textured Plaster, video

Integrated Italian Lime Plaster Fireplace from darrell morrison on Vimeo.

Interior Photos Of “Tuscan Villa Estate”

By darrellmorrison on November 2, 2014 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, feature, Full Interior Projects, home, Lime Plaster, Polished Plaster, Tadelakt, Tadelakt full interiors, Venetian Plaster Full Interiors, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

When I started this project I had no idea it would evolve into such an amazing opportunity to showcase my abilities as a business owner and a creative person. Working with the builder, designer and home owner every step of the way has had it challenges, but in the same right it has made the process fun, enjoyable and a great learning experience which I welcome. Learning new things everyday whether it be people related or plaster/job site related. I live to learn and grown.

Originally this projects exterior was going to get finished in a traditional exterior stucco and then faux painted to give it a similar effect as our Lime plaster. Having learned this I showed the builder my samples and mentioned plaster would be a far superior alliterative with less maintenance and a more authentic look then paint. So we got contracted to Italian lime plaster stucco the exterior of the entire house, Tadelakt Lime plaster all the exterior pillars and Lime paint all the exterior fibercrown mouldings. As the project progressed we eventually took over the installation of the fiber crown mouldings, which was a “massive” project on its own, with compound arches and pallets and pallets of mouldings to install it took close to 3 months just for that part of the project.

We are still currently working on this house getting close to completion on the interior which I will share a few photos of and the exterior which is nearing completion as well.

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Tuscan Villa Italian Lime Plaster Exterior

By darrellmorrison on April 28, 2013 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, feature, home, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Lime Painting, Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster Exteriors, Tadelakt, Textured Plaster, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

We have been working on this Tuscan Villa in the country since last summer. With 3 decks, 30 pillars finished in a smooth polished tri-color Tadelakt. Fiber-crown mouldings installed by us and Lime painted to resemble real limestone and all the exterior walls are finished in Intonachino Italian Lime plaster.

This is how the project evolved while we worked there

Italian Villa Tadelakt Old World Interior

By darrellmorrison on December 19, 2012 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, feature, Full Interior Projects, home, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster Exteriors, Tadelakt, Tadelakt full interiors, Textured Plaster, Venetian Plaster Full Interiors, Venetian Plaster Vancouver

Here is one of the projects we have completed over the last year and since we completed this Tuscan Villa in Tadelakt, we designed over 19 different shades and formulations of finishes for this amazing Tuscan villa. The Tadelakt installation was not your normal install, as we created lots of texture and old world charm with the techniques. Working on this project was a true treat as I was able to express full creativity showcasing some of my best work and crazy ideas. Hope you enjoy these photos of a full interior in Ventian Lime based plaster.

Darrell Morrison Lime plaster wall art

Thanks for looking.

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Venetian Plaster Vancouver : The Process, The Projects

By darrellmorrison on September 17, 2012 in Architectural Wall Finishes, blog, Carrara Marmorino, Custom Fire Places, Decorative Finishes, feature, home, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster, Polished Plaster, Tadelakt, Tadelakt full interiors, Textured Plaster, Venetian Plaster Vancouver, video

The process, the projects, the finished product: This is an inside look into how I create my Venetian plaster projects, making them come alive.

In this video, you’ll see steps used to create my Venetian plaster projects, including completed project photos of Classic, Carrara, Intonachino and Tadelakt plaster applications.

When it comes to my projects, it’s Stucco Italiano Italian lime plaster that is my one and only choice, and I think this video shows you why. When you think interior stucco think Authentic lime based Venetian plaster.

Progress – Italian Lime Plaster Full Exterior

By darrellmorrison on May 4, 2012 in blog, feature, home, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Intonachino Lime Plaster, Lime Painting, Lime Plaster, Lime Plaster Exteriors, Tadelakt

Its not everyday your dreams come true, this week for me they did. I have been dreaming of lime plastering this house for quite sometime and starting June 1st I get to do just that.

before

Not only are we Lime plastering this entire Tuscan villa, we also will be applying Tadelakt Lime plaster to all the columns and Lime painting all the fiber crown trim and moulding details of the full exterior. This home is going from new to old in a matter of a few months.

Be sure to check back in the coming weeks as this Italian lime plaster exterior unfolds

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