Vancouver interior design Studio

Quintessential Living is a Vancouver-based boutique interior design studio specializing in full-service residential interior design, furnishings, renovations, and custom millwork. We help homeowners who value thoughtful planning, refined detail, and timeless interiors—without the overwhelm.

Founded and led by Vancouver interior designer Linda Lam, the studio brings over a decade of experience crafting homes that feel curated, personal, and effortlessly livable. She works closely with homeowners who want to fall in love with their space. Known for her organized approach and elevated eye, Linda creates cohesive spaces that balance beauty and function—delivering impactful design that truly enhances everyday life.


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sERVICES

A cozy living room corner featuring a white sofa with beige woven blanket, a black tray table holding magazines, a large potted plant with twisted branches in a white planter, and sunlight streaming through a nearby window.

Furnishing & Styling

From a single room to a full home, our interior design & decorating services thoughtfully curate and source every element—furniture, lighting, and décor—to create spaces that feel fully outfitted and beautifully tailored to you. We handle every detail, from wallpaper and window treatments to art, plants, and even the integration of existing furniture pieces. This full-service offering is ideal for homeowners who want their space expertly furnished and completely taken care of and be turn-key ready.

Bright modern kitchen with floral wallpaper on the island, white chairs, a countertop with a fruit bowl, plants, and decorative items, featuring light wood flooring and white cabinetry.

Renovations

Whether it’s a kitchen refresh or a full home transformation, our interior design services manage every detail from concept to completion. Through a seamless, well-organized process, we ensure a stress-free experience and a beautifully executed result. This service is ideal for homeowners planning a full renovation or seeking thoughtful cosmetic updates to refresh their space.

Close-up of white cabinetry with three drawers, gold handles, and a white countertop. Part of a cream-colored upholstered chair with wooden legs is visible in the foreground. Decorative objects include a geometric glass terrarium with cacti and mineral rocks, and a white ceramic vase with branches of cotton.

Custom Millwork

From striking feature walls to tailored built-ins, our custom millwork transforms your space that truly elevates your home to a whole new level. Whether it’s a TV feature wall, a Murphy bed, or bespoke walk-in-closet, we design and oversee every detail to ensure your millwork complements your home cohesively.

Our full-service interior design approach integrates custom millwork seamlessly into your overall design vision, optimizing your space with craftsmanship and style that feels truly unique, intentional and timeless. 

WORKING WITH LINDA

Working with Linda Lam means experiencing a clear, supportive, and thoughtful interior design process. She takes the time to understand how you live, what matters most to you, and how your home should feel and function. Known for her passion for design, exquisite taste, and mindful attention to detail, Linda genuinely loves helping clients improve their quality of life through their homes.

Her goal is to create interiors that are personal, comfortable, and timelessly beautiful, with an approach that ensures clients feel completely cared for throughout every step of the design process.

Our process

1. Discovery Call

We schedule a brief phone call to discuss your needs and see how we can bring your vision to life.

2. Home Consultation

This is a home visit where we walk through your home and provide a project budget estimate and service quote.

3. Presentation Meeting

After signing on, we get to work and present your complete design proposal, including imagery, floor plans, samples, and budget.

4. Project Management

We manage every detail from start to finish, ensuring your design comes to life smoothly.

WHAT’S YOUR STYLE?

What our clients say

Milly 楊楊

I had the privilege of working with Linda Lam over the past year for the renovation of my new home! I absolutely loved Linda! I’m a very picky person but Linda was so incredibly I have no complaints . I only gave her a couple of photos of my dream …

Nancy DePrez

Linda Lam is the best!! She has given our condo a fantastic sharp modern and cozy look and feel that we could not have achieved on our own. She has impeccable taste and tons of knowledge, and the execution is perfect. I would recom…

Jessica Nadler

I cannot recommend Quintessential Living enough! From start to finish, working with Linda has been an absolute dream. She has an incredible eye for design and truly understands how to blend style, comfort, and functionality in a way that exceeds…

J Whately

Linda was responsive, creative and pushed me (gently!) to consider new ideas. We are so pleased with the transformation in our home. Highly recommend.

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PRINCIPAL INTERIOR DESIGNER

Linda Lam has always loved being creative, from drawing and sewing to even redecorating her bedroom at age 14. Her love affair with interior design started when she moved into a new condo and started designing her space. The obsession continues today.

Linda completed her interior design accreditation at BCIT and spent some time in London, England shortly after. Linda gets true fulfillment when creating spaces that really reflect her clients.

A woman sitting on a white armchair in a stylish living room, smiling and looking to her side. The room has a modern decor with white textured walls, a tall potted plant behind her, and a side table with a flower in a vase.
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PREss

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Vancouver Homes & Condo

Linda has experience designing homes throughout Greater Vancouver, including South Surrey, Langley, Coquitlam, Mount Pleasant, Downtown Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, and beyond. She has worked on a wide range of projects, from small condos and townhouses to 6,000+ sq. ft. single-family homes.

Every project is thoughtfully tailored to the client’s needs, ensuring that style and functionality are seamlessly incorporated. Whether it’s designing a single room to completely outfitting an entire home, Linda brings passion and intentional approach to design that is consistently well-executed. 

ready to elevate your space?

Let’s connect

linda@q-living.com
778-956-7717
Based in Vancouver, BC