Heritage Modern: Exploring Susan Drover’s Nordic-inspired Heritage Home in the heart of St. John’s

Design Spotlight
Written By Erin Austin

PHOTOS BY JANE BROKENSHIRE

Inspired by her passion for all things Nordic, this historic townhome was a labour of love for SAM owner, Susan Drover. Tastefully renovated and restored with the comfort of her family in mind, the starting point for the space was the chevron floors, a detail that Susan had been dreaming of adding to the right home for many years. After downsizing from a much larger dwelling, this was the perfect space to realize her dream. Susan’s design philosophy leans towards a home being personal — a reflection of who you are — and not turning towards design trends. 

The neutral color palette is dominated by whites, grays, and soft pastels, creating an atmosphere of calm and serenity throughout. Touches of black were added to ground the space, and to add some punch and drama. Susan’s home is thoughtfully curated with everything she loves, including items from her travels, unique gifts from friends, and family mementos. She also chose to incorporate nature-inspired elements into the home, like the forest inspired wallpaper in her entry and stairwell, cozy blankets, and greenery to infuse the home with her love of the outdoors.

Susan Drover stands in the entry of her lovingly restored townhome. 

Art by Ryan Livingstone / Accessories and furniture from SAM are featured in the Dining Room

Susan’s updated kitchen features an eclectic mix of accessories from SAM and pieces that she has collected through the years.

Art by Robert Moore / Furniture and accessories from SAM, plus special pieces curated from Susan’s Travels

 
 
This is an excerpt from our SAM Design Lookbook: The Paths We Travel. Click here to browse the full Lookbook.
 

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