Design, Inc.

Karen's Cottage (1x18)

Air date: Mar 20, 2005

Karen's active business and social life makes her cottage a true haven. She asks Sarah Richardson and design inc. to transform a guest cabin on the same property into a retreat from kids and cottage wannabes. Late fall weather, a short time line and its location in the middle of a lake make this job a challenge. A hands off client, Karen ends up loving her new haven's fresh, cozy vintage appeal! The client: Karen, in her 60's has a very active business and social life, which keeps her on the road year round. The key challenges: The cottage is on an island two hours from the city, meaning that the design inc. team must take all supplies over on a pontoon boat. It was late September when they started designing this “summer” place. They deal with a client who has basically given them the keys and free reign. Sarah and crew have only one chance to get it right!