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How to Decorate with Antiques from Holland Consignment & Auction House

Every year, thousands of locals and diehard antiquarians flock to Walkerville’s Holland Consignment & Auction House – one of the largest antique dealers in Windsor-Essex. The 11,000 square foot building sits at the corner of Ottawa Street and Moy Avenue and hosts hundreds of vendors and consignors who often sell rare museum-quality items. Most of their clientele shop with a common goal; to uncover treasures or oddities from the past, such as notable collectibles, furs, art, furniture and decor – we love to visit and hear the stories of how it all began.

Owner-operator Lawrence Holland, an auctioneer by trade, developed his passion for vintage around 1999 during the rising popularity of the Internet, when eBay (originally called Auction Web) offered an exciting new marketplace to buy and sell goods. To his surprise, while selling items online, he learned just how much demand there was for a brick and mortar in his own community. Since then, Lawrence has developed a keen eye for determining the monetary value of an antique or collectible and has become the local expert for those looking to auction full estates or needing help to downsize or declutter.

Like him, we see beauty in the unique; in vintage blue bowls and old-world clocks, in not falling in line according to the status quo of what’s on-trend. His store reminds us that the objects around us have their own story and if we resist the urge to buy what’s convenient and cheaply made, we will end up with a home decorated intentionally, with things that mean something to us – we’ll end up with a home that tells our individual story. But, decorating with vintage items that you connect with isn’t always easy and straightforward, that’s why we’ve put together a few of our trade secrets on how to celebrate your individuality and decorate with antiques.

To those who’ve been following us for a while, it’s obvious that we appreciate a home filled with character, personality, and meaningful touches: below are some of the ways we accomplish this in our own spaces as well as when we’re creatively staging a home for sale. Let’s jump right in and get you swooning over your great-grandfather’s clock or finding a piece that your house guests can’t stop asking about.

Tip # 1 – Be patient

Finding an antique that speaks to you doesn’t always happen in an instant, but the search is half the fun! So, find a pal, grab a coffee (maybe a snack too!) and spend an idyllic afternoon fleamarket-style hunting, until you find an item that you can’t leave without. Even if you don’t have a plan for how to use it just yet, purchase it and test it out in a few spots, or store it until the right idea for displaying it comes to mind.

Tip # 2 – Consider the frame as a part of the art

When you’re looking for art, try your best to look past the painting or photograph and consider the frame as equally important. There’s a chance that an older frame was hand-carved or at least very well crafted, leaving you with an heirloom quality item that is timeless and easy to work into the modern home. Apply the same to mirrors!

Tip # 3 – Find a vase, any vase

There are so many spots in the home that can use a vase: coffee/console tables, bookshelves, fireplace mantles, bistro tables, the list goes on. Grab a vase that has a unique shape, is made of silver, or has a weathered patina. If you gravitate more toward patterns and colours, opt for a vase in the ‘blue and white’ Chinese porcelain. Don’t feel the need to fill all of your vases with botanicals or fresh florals. We suggest leaving a few vases empty to prop up a cluster of books or simply sitting atop a coffee table book.

Tip # 4 – Clocks

An antique timepiece is another item that can hold its own in a variety of rooms around the home. We love the character of a 19th Century wood clock paired with the glossy clawfoot tub of a newly renovated bathroom. Whether it has an ornate frame or is sleek and modern, reach for a style or size that resonates with your personality. Enjoy how your vintage clock will draw the eyes of your guests for more than just the time!

Tip # 5 – Ask the dealer for information

Once you’ve selected (or made a short list) of precious items that you can’t leave behind, it’s always best to ask the dealer if they have any additional information. The history of the item might help you decide to love it or leave it, and stories are also a good way to help stimulate those nostalgic senses long after the trends have come and gone.

Tip # 6 – Don’t overdo it

As beautiful as an antique can be, by collecting too many pieces your space can become cluttered and untidy, ultimately evoking feelings of chaos or stress. Do your best to find balance and aim to create a space that makes it look as though you’ve trotted the globe for years, collecting unique pieces that help to tell the story of who you are or aim to become.

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  1408 Ottawa Street, Windsor, ON  N8X2G1
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Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

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To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️ We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶 Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman.  . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community.

Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be!

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#BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
1 month ago
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️ MLS# 22027911 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . . #forsale #YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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