The interiors of Intermind Design principal Mila Djuras, are filtered through tradition and reinvented into a discernable product that reflect the homeowner’s preferences. Interior architecture is never overlooked when Mila designs a space—she ensures that rhythm, texture, colour and artistic symbols deliver a message in harmony with the entire home. Her expertise extends into various home styles and commercial spaces, but no matter the desired end result, Mila advocates functionality that operates hand-in-hand with cultural values.

Karen Lim, Panache Publishing

I met Mila Djuras from Intermind Design eight years ago and since then, have employed her to implement the design on two major renovations and four smaller projects. I have been amazed at how well all of these renovations progressed and attribute their overwhelming success to Mila’s superior knowledge of design as well as of the whole realm of the construction industry. Her intuitive manner resulted in a design that was very specific to my personality and needs. All problems were solved in a very timely, stress-free manner and my input was graciously received. I was consulted in all decisions and my questions were all addressed.

Perhaps what I still find the most rewarding of the first major renovation of my principal residence is of its timeless appeal. New visitors to my home still rave about the beautiful décor and are very surprised when I tell them that it was done eight years ago. Previous to this renovation I felt that I was constantly looking for new design and decorative features for my house and now I feel that my home is complete and I have no desire to change anything. It is still as wonderful now as when it was completed eight years ago. It gives me the total feeling of what I want my home to be.

Last, and most importantly, is that I wish to say what an absolute pleasure it is to work with Mila. Her knowledge, sense of humour and integrity are very special. She will always go that extra mile for her clients.

Joanne Renwick

Our relationship with Mila Djuras and Intermind Design goes back ten years,and includes the redesign and remodeling of a townhouse; a 1911 heritage house; a 1945-vintage home in Queen's Park; and two condos, all in New Westminster, plus two businesses in Burnaby. Our most recent collaboration has been the redesign and renovation of our 1925 Queen's Park home.

As this history attests, Intermind Design is a highly versatile firm. They provide excellent and creative design services as well as project management, always within budget limitations, and choose skilled and competent trades people to carry out the construction work. All of our projects, residential and commercial, have exceeded our visions and expectations.

As we have bought and sold properties over the years, we have no doubt that we have realized substantial profits largely because of Mila's ability to re-envision a space and make it into something amazing. We enthusiastically recommend Intermind Design to anyone thinking of undertaking a renovation.

Rebecca and Edna

It is the commitment to design that marks Intermind Design’s difference from many other design-build and renovation companies which do not aim to innovate or strive to consider the client’s sense of self . The designer does not just produce a shell to be filled up eventually by his/her client’s belongings. The designer aims to create architecturally and spatially a space of comfort and ease from the very onset of the design process. The way a corridor or stairwell is formed, or the height and dimensions of a living room, or even the number of windows and the amount of light let in through these windows all reflect the designer’s intentions to create a space that is truly and ultimately reflective of client’s personality and desires, and his/her family and friends who may frequent his/her abode.

Patrick Foong Chan PhD, Emily Carr University of Art and Design

I am writing this letter to validate the outstanding involvement by Mila Djuras with the construction of the acute care facility commonly known as the VRS West 63rd Avenue project. The project was a new prototype care facility based integrating extremely disabled persons into a home like setting while maintaining strict observance of the codes and bylaws governing a hospital class of building. Mila provided considerable assistance not only in providing interior design but also by working with other volunteers to provide direction and inspiration. This was not an easy task given that much of the material and labour was donated. When it was needed Mila went out of her way to solicit materials that match that of the décor and provide cost savings for The Vancouver Resource Society, the building owner.

The project turned out to be a huge success in that the patients and visitors could hardly sense that this was an extended care facility. Mila chose all of the finishes and a lot of the equipment and fixtures for the project. Her husband who is an artist and several other volunteers painted murals in the patient’s rooms. At the end of the project Mila coordinated a large social event with officials from both the city and provincial government attending as well as a few local celebrities. As the project manager I worked closely with Mila and in doing so gained not only a great admiration for her talent but also respect for her. Mila truly is committed to helping others and takes an unselfish attitude in all of her endeavours.

Allan Goertzen, Project Manager Daystar Homes Ltd.

Mila visited us at our townhouse, talked about our life in general, our budget (very important), looked at our furnishings and took pictures. She visited the new apartment and within minutes she knew what she wanted to do for us and within our budget. That was the beginning of a relationship we hope will never end. She is simply an amazing woman with a highly educated, very deep perception of design – an artist. As well, all the contractors admire and respect her work and ethics. And, she is kind, considerate and has a generous heart. As a result, except for the two bathrooms, our apartment was transformed into a very comfortable, more functional living space using all the furniture we wished to keep and on budget.

George & Sherrill McLeary