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Erin VanderSluis Design Erin VanderSluis Design offers interior & exterior design services to clients in Chatham-Kent. Interior Design

Maybe my favourite part of design is that moment when something you’ve only been able to see in your mind finally become...
10/07/2026

Maybe my favourite part of design is that moment when something you’ve only been able to see in your mind finally becomes real.

After all the plans, samples, changes and decisions, you walk in and think — there it is. That’s what I was trying to say.

✨Before + After ✨The before photos are always such a good reminder that a home doesn’t need to become something complete...
10/01/2026

✨Before + After ✨
The before photos are always such a good reminder that a home doesn’t need to become something completely different to feel completely different.

This living room was one part of a full-home renovation where the goal was to create something warmer, brighter, and more considered throughout.

Here, we replaced the fireplace and simplified the entire feature with a microcement surround. New flooring brought warmth back into the room, while brighter paint and updated baseboards and casing helped everything feel lighter and more cohesive.

No single decision created the transformation. It was the way all of them worked together.

And that’s usually where the best renovations come together—in the details.

Contractor: Kevin Vreman Construction Ltd
Designer: Erin VanderSluis Design Inc.

08/12/2026

There’s a reason I don’t start a design with paint colours or pretty finishes.

I start from the ground up — literally.

Flooring becomes the foundation for the palette, and from there I work through cabinetry, countertops, windows + exterior doors, exterior finishes, interior doors + trim, fireplaces, plumbing, hardware, lighting, and finally paint.

There are a lot of decisions in a new build or large renovation, and the order matters. Each selection gives direction to the next.

I keep the key samples with me throughout the build so I can continually reference what we’ve already chosen as new decisions come up.

Good design isn’t choosing beautiful things individually. It’s having a plan for how they’ll all work together.

Every home tells a story.It begins here.In the dust. The framing. The quiet conversations. The countless decisions that ...
07/14/2026

Every home tells a story.

It begins here.

In the dust. The framing. The quiet conversations. The countless decisions that no one will ever see.

Some people see a house under construction.

I see proportion. Light. Flow. The way each space will feel long before the finishes are installed.

The homes that feel effortless are rarely accidental.

They’re designed that way from the very beginning.

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When people ask what makes my approach different, I always come back to this.I didn’t start in design—I started in home ...
06/27/2026

When people ask what makes my approach different, I always come back to this.

I didn’t start in design—I started in home building.

Spending more than 15 years working alongside custom home builds taught me that the best design isn’t just beautiful. It has to function, solve problems before they happen, and support the way a family lives every day.

Today, every project I take on is built on that foundation. Thoughtful planning. Timeless design. And a home that feels as good as it looks.

Before ➡️ AfterThis bathroom transformation is proof that thoughtful space planning can completely change how a room fun...
06/25/2026

Before ➡️ After

This bathroom transformation is proof that thoughtful space planning can completely change how a room functions.

Our clients had a big wish list for a small space—a spacious walk-in shower, a larger vanity, and better everyday function. We also needed to work around existing plumbing constraints that required the toilet to remain on the same wall, while keeping the original windows intact.

After exploring several layout options, we realized the built-in linen closet wasn’t essential. By accessing that storage from the primary bedroom instead, we were able to reclaim valuable square footage and extend the vanity.

To finish the space, we colour drenched the room in a deep green, creating a dramatic yet timeless backdrop that feels both classic and inviting.

Sometimes the best design solutions aren’t about adding more space—they’re about using the space you already have more intentionally. ✨

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Rooted in construction, shaped by design.With over 20 years of general contracting experience, my approach to interior d...
04/29/2026

Rooted in construction, shaped by design.

With over 20 years of general contracting experience, my approach to interior design has always been grounded in a deep understanding of how homes are built. That knowledge informs every decision I make — from spatial planning and architectural detailing to the layers that bring warmth, balance and longevity to a home.

I focus primarily on new home construction and large-scale renovations because the most meaningful design decisions happen long before the finishing touches. The choices made early — in layout, proportion, flow and function — are often what define the success of the home as a whole.

My work has always been rooted in the belief that thoughtful design should do more than create something beautiful. It should bring clarity to complex decisions, shape how a home lives, and influence the outcome at every level.

Because the most compelling homes are rarely the result of isolated design decisions — they’re the product of expertise considered from the ground up.

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16 Judith Place
Chatham, ON
N7M0S7

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Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm

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