Project Overview
- Location: Burnaby, BC
- Home Type: Single-family
- Size: 3,940 sq. ft.
- Layout: 6 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms
- Budget: ~$250,000
- Timeline: Planning ~3 months, Construction ~3–4 months
The Challenge
This 6-bed, 5-bath family home was spacious but outdated. Carpeted floors, heavy wall colours, arches, and failing fixtures made the house feel dark and closed off. The kitchen was dated with an awkward layout, the bathrooms were tired, and the staircase lacked modern appeal.
📸 Before Photos
Our Approach
Magnum managed the project end-to-end, from permits to final walkthrough.
- Main Floor: Walls removed for open-concept living/dining/kitchen.
- Kitchen: Custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, backsplash, premium appliances.
- Bathrooms: Five full updates — including a spa-like ensuite with freestanding tub, walk-in glass shower, heated floors, and double vanity.
- Floors & Stairs: Engineered hardwood throughout, new baseboards/casings, custom stair nosings, refinished railings.
- Lighting & Electrical: 20+ LED pot lights, modern fixtures, Nu-heat pads.
- Finishes: Fresh drywall, paint, millwork, and modern detailing across the home.
The Transformation
📸 Kitchen — Before & After
Before: Outdated oak cabinetry and tile floors.
After: Two-tone cabinetry with gold hardware, quartz counters, and an open layout that flows into dining and living.
📸 Ensuite — Before & After
Before: Built-in tub and cramped shower.
After: Freestanding tub, walk-in glass shower, and sleek double vanity in a bright spa-inspired space.
📸 Living Room — Before & After
Before: Carpet and heavy wall colours.
After: Engineered hardwood, clean white walls, modern lighting, and an updated fireplace focal point.
📸 Staircase — Before & After
Before: Carpeted steps and dated railing.
After: Warm wood stairs, crisp white spindles, and black accents for contrast.
The Results
The home is now cohesive, bright, and built for modern living. Flow between rooms has improved, bathrooms feel like retreats, and consistent finishes tie the entire home together. This transformation not only updated the look but improved comfort, function, and long-term value.
The Magnum Difference
What set this project apart was Magnum’s ability to manage the entire scope — from design coordination and scheduling to trade supervision and quality control. With weekly updates, budget transparency, and dust-control measures, the homeowners enjoyed peace of mind throughout the process.
We’ve completed many full-home flips like this one, and each reflects our standard of excellence: homes that look stunning and are built to last.
Before: Outdated oak cabinetry and tile floors.
After: Two-tone cabinetry with gold hardware, quartz counters, and an open layout that flows into dining and living.
Before: Built-in tub and cramped shower.
After: Freestanding tub, walk-in glass shower, and sleek double vanity in a bright spa-inspired space.
Before: Carpet and heavy wall colours.
After: Engineered hardwood, clean white walls, modern lighting, and an updated fireplace focal point.
Before: Carpeted steps and dated railing.
After: Warm wood stairs, crisp white spindles, and black accents for contrast.
The home is now cohesive, bright, and built for modern living. Flow between rooms has improved, bathrooms feel like retreats, and consistent finishes tie the entire home together. This transformation not only updated the look but improved comfort, function, and long-term value.