Ascension Wall Designs was founded by Ryan Cameron and Livio Porcellato, both based in Ucluelet, BC. After working together for several years completing various projects including new builds and renovations, they saw a gap in the market for limewash application. With over 15 years of wall design experience between them, this team has a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating spaces that are both timeless and inspiring.

The team at Ascension are passionate about intentional design which creates interiors and exteriors in tune with nature. Using organic elements, limewash is an incredible way to bring the natural world into your home.

Livio Porcellato

With parents both born in Italy, Livio has Italian roots and travels back often to visit. He grew up in a big family (four siblings), “the middle of five”. Originally from Guelph, Ontario, Livio has been living on the westcoast for the past 27 years. 

Livio has had a diverse background in the restaurant industry and in the art of stonemasonry, venetian plaster and microcement. He grew up learning winemaking from his father and is a trained and ticketed Sommelier with both his Court of Masters Sommeliers Intermediate and WSET Diploma. Having spent 18 years in the high end food and wine industry, Livio understands the importance of quality and intentional living. Livio’s approach to his craft has always been organic and intuitive, preferring to work with his hands, he’s been creating art with stones since a small child. The sculpting even extends to the art of Bonsai, a passion of his over the past two decades. 

Livio loves that with limewash, each wall is unique and each project is original. Each wall “could be signed as a piece of art”. He is no stranger to creating meaningful and timeless experiences for people, and he’s excited to bring these skills to the limewash industry. 

In his spare time, Livio likes to stay connected to nature and his love for it. Mushroom foraging, surfing, freediving, spearfishing, cooking and gardening are all a big part of his life.

Livio (left) and his brother crushing grapes to make wine.

Ryan Cameron

Born and raised on the Westcoast of Vancouver Island, Ryan had an unconventional childhood. Growing up on a wooden fishing troller that his dad handbuilt, he (and his four siblings) were immersed in nature and the ocean from a very young age. 

His background in painting and renovations spans 10 years, while he has spent over a decade in the sports fishing industry. He continues to guide sustainable fishing charters and marine tours in Ucluelet, alongside his brother at family-owned and operated Cameron Ocean Adventures. Ryan has a long history of offering unique and special experiences to his clients, tailored to their specific needs. 

Ryan loves that limewash allows you to bring the Earth and natural elements into your home. He is passionate about offering a natural and healthier alternative to petroleum based paint products. 

In his spare time, Ryan likes to stay connected to nature and the ocean through: surfing, fishing and free diving. Other passions include art, music, and cooking-where he uses local ingredients to create meals for friends and loved ones. 

The Cameron family, salmon fishing off Vancouver Island, 1994.