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Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Toronto

Photos by Valerie Wilcox
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Toronto

This 1950s Port Hope Bungalow was in need of an update! We removed the peninsula from the original kitchen to open up the space and make it bright and airy. The wall adjacent to the basement stairs was opened up to create a home for a wall oven, microwave and pantries for additional storage. This ingenious layout makes great use of otherwise "dead space". The clients chose our popular "chantilly" painted finish on a shaker door. On the backsplash, we installed a rectified 4"x16" Ceragres Bloc tile with a brushed nickel and glass accent strip. To create some contrast, the client opted for Caesarstone's 'Raven' that picks up tones in Ceragres' 'Neo' tile on the floor. The end result is a timeless and classic kitchen that is functional and dazzling. Photo Credit: Ken Solilo

Photos by Valerie Wilcox
Transitional bathroom photo in Toronto

Photos by Valerie Wilcox
Example of a transitional bathroom design in Toronto

Photos by Valerie Wilcox
Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in Toronto

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Transitional white floor freestanding bathtub photo in Toronto with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and an undermount sink

The option to downsize was not an option for the empty nesters who have lived in this home for over twenty-five years. Situated in TMR, the sprawling home has been the venue for many social events, dinner parties and family celebrations. With grown children living abroad, and grand children on the way, it was important that the new kitchen be highly functional and conducive to hosting informal, yet large family gatherings. The kitchen had been relocated to the garage in the late eighties during a large renovation and was looking tired. Eight foot concrete ceilings meant the new materials and design had to create the illusion of height and light. White lacquered doors and integrated fridge panels extend to the ceiling and cast a bright reflection into the room. The teak dining table and chairs were the only elements to preserve from the old kitchen, and influenced the direction of materials to be incorporated into the new design. The island and selected lower cabinetry are made of butternut and oiled in a matte finish that relates to the teak dining set. Oversized tiles on the heated floors resemble soft concrete. The mandate for the second floor included the overhaul of the master ensuite, to create his and hers closets, and a library. Walls were relocated and the floor plan reconfigured to create a luxurious ensuite of dramatic proportions. A walk-in shower, partitioned toilet area, and 18’ vanity are among many details that add visual interest and comfort. Minimal white oak panels wrap around from the bedroom into the ensuite, and integrate two full-height pocket doors in the same material.

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One of the bigger challenges in this bathroom renovation was to implement his and her vanities. The washroom was quite limited in space and as a result, it would not be possible to place the vanities beside each other (as per usual). Instead, we had to install a barn door to free up enough space for the second vanity — not beside the first, but in nearly the opposite corner. Both vanities appear to be floating, giving the beautiful, hand-painted, Spanish floor tiles room to breath and exist seamlessly from wall to wall. The tub, which the clients never used, was removed. In its place we built a custom teak floor, echoing the walnut found elsewhere in the washroom and home.

One of the bigger challenges in this bathroom renovation was to implement his and her vanities. The washroom was quite limited in space and as a result, it would not be possible to place the vanities beside each other (as per usual). Instead, we had to install a barn door to free up enough space for the second vanity — not beside the first, but in nearly the opposite corner. Both vanities appear to be floating, giving the beautiful, hand-painted, Spanish floor tiles room to breath and exist seamlessly from wall to wall. The tub, which the clients never used, was removed. In its place we built a custom teak floor, echoing the walnut found elsewhere in the washroom and home.

There is a certain pearlescent, shimmering quality to this washroom, akin to what you might find on the inside of a seashell. This comes as a result of the uniquely individual porcelain tiles installed throughout — each one containing a different texture, finish and sheen than the last. The centre piece of the space is the airy and open shower or wet-room, anchored by a large porcelain divide and a large glass pane. A separate tub creates a stair-like effect from the shower, leading into two separate vanities for both him and her, drawing in its guests like the pearl of an oyster.

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