The Studio · By Kara Molina
Meet Kara
Where vintage character
meets modern refinement.
Vibrant Vintage Furnishings is a Calgary-based furniture refurbishment studio dedicated to transforming timeless pieces into elevated, one-of-a-kind furnishings for beautiful, design-conscious homes.
Vibrant Vintage Furnishings was created in Calgary from a love of craftsmanship, interiors, and the quiet beauty of pieces that already have a story. Rather than replacing well-made furniture with mass-produced alternatives, the studio gives carefully selected and client-owned pieces a new life through thoughtful restoration and refined design — for homes throughout Calgary and beyond.
"The goal is not to erase the history of a piece, but to elevate it."
Each transformation is approached with an artist's eye and a respect for the original piece. The goal is not to erase its history, but to elevate it — bringing forward its best features through colour, finish, hardware, texture, and styling.
The finished result is furniture that feels intentional, personal, and luxurious. Pieces that can anchor a bedroom, complete an entryway, soften a dining room, or become the statement moment in a beautifully layered home.
Meet the Artist
Kara Molina
Founder, artist, and lifelong creator.
Kara Molina is the heart and hands behind Vibrant Vintage. An artist, entrepreneur, and lifelong creative, Kara has been drawn to beautiful objects and the quiet poetry of furniture for as long as she can remember — sketching, styling, and reworking pieces from the time she was a child.
What began as a deeply personal passion has grown into one of the most recognized refurbishment studios in Calgary. Kara has spent years immersed in the world of design, colour, finishes, and craft, building a reputation for transforming overlooked pieces into refined, character-rich furnishings sought after by homeowners, designers, and collectors across the city.
Every commission carries her signature touch: an artist's sensitivity to proportion and palette, an entrepreneur's discipline, and a deep respect for the soul of every piece she restores. For Kara, this isn't simply a business — it's a lifelong love made visible, one carefully reimagined piece at a time.
Kara Molina
Our Approach
The Vibrant Vintage approach.
Thoughtful Selection
Every piece is assessed for quality, proportion, character, and long-term potential.
Refined Finishes
Colours, textures, stains, and hardware are selected to create a polished, elevated result.
Modern Styling
Each piece is designed to complement today's luxury interiors while preserving vintage charm.
Personal Connection
Whether sourced by the studio or commissioned by a client, every piece is created with care and intention.
Still relevant
A piece with history can still feel completely current.
Begin a conversation about a piece you would like reimagined, or a finish you have always wanted to bring into your home.
Commission a Piece@vibrant.vintage.furnishings
Follow the transformations
See new releases, before-and-after reveals, and behind-the-scenes refinishing from the Calgary studio on Instagram.
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