Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW The homeowners built their traditional Colonial style home 17 years’ ago. It was in great shape but needed some updating. Over the years, their taste had drifted into a more contemporary realm, and they wanted our help to bridge the gap between traditional and modern. We decided the layout of the kitchen worked well in the space and the cabinets were in good shape, so we opted to do a refresh with the kitchen. The original kitchen had blond maple cabinets and granite countertops. This was also a great opportunity to make some updates to the functionality that they were hoping to accomplish. After re-finishing all the first floor wood floors with a gray stain, which helped to remove some of the red tones from the red oak, we painted the cabinetry Benjamin Moore “Repose Gray” a very soft light gray. The new countertops are hardworking quartz, and the waterfall countertop to the left of the sink gives a bit of the contemporary flavor. We reworked the refrigerator wall to create more pantry storage and eliminated the double oven in favor of a single oven and a steam oven. The existing cooktop was replaced with a new range paired with a Venetian plaster hood above. The glossy finish from the hood is echoed in the pendant lights. A touch of gold in the lighting and hardware adds some contrast to the gray and white. A theme we repeated down to the smallest detail illustrated by the Jason Wu faucet by Brizo with its similar touches of white and gold (the arrival of which we eagerly awaited for months due to ripples in the supply chain – but worth it!). The original breakfast room was pleasant enough with its windows looking into the backyard. Now with its colorful window treatments, new blue chairs and sculptural light fixture, this space flows seamlessly into the kitchen and gives more of a punch to the space. The original butler’s pantry was functional but was also starting to show its age. The new space was inspired by a wallpaper selection that our client had set aside as a possibility for a future project. It worked perfectly with our pallet and gave a fun eclectic vibe to this functional space. We eliminated some upper cabinets in favor of open shelving and painted the cabinetry in a high gloss finish, added a beautiful quartzite countertop and some statement lighting. The new room is anything but cookie cutter. Next the mudroom. You can see a peek of the mudroom across the way from the butler’s pantry which got a facelift with new paint, tile floor, lighting and hardware. Simple updates but a dramatic change! The first floor powder room got the glam treatment with its own update of wainscoting, wallpaper, console sink, fixtures and artwork. A great little introduction to what’s to come in the rest of the home. The whole first floor now flows together in a cohesive pallet of green and blue, reflects the homeowner’s desire for a more modern aesthetic, and feels like a thoughtful and intentional evolution. Our clients were wonderful to work with! Their style meshed perfectly with our brand aesthetic which created the opportunity for wonderful things to happen. We know they will enjoy their remodel for many years to come! Photography by Margaret Rajic Photography

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and wallpaper.

A dynamic duo, blue glass tile and a floral wallpaper join up to create a bewitching bathroom. DESIGN Ginny Macdonald, Styling by CJ Sandgren PHOTOS Jessica Bordner, Sara Tramp Tile Shown: 2x12, 4x12, 1x1 in Blue Jay Matte Glass Tile

Inspiration for a small transitional powder room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtops and a freestanding vanity.

European-inspired compact bathroom, high rain glass window and spray foam insulation, travertine tile, wall-mounted towel warmer radiator, folding-frameless-two-thirds glass tub enclosure, digital shower controls, articulating showerhead, custom configured vanity, heated floor, feature-laden medicine cabinet and semi-recessed cabinet over the stool.

Lovely custom result with a former shower / tub, converted to a curbless shower. We customized the shower set up according to the client's usage, and best way to access everything.

This is an example of a transitional powder room in Kansas City with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

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Transitional powder room in Toronto with furniture-like cabinets, blue cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtops.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary powder room in Chicago with black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

This is an example of a large transitional bathroom in Chicago with open cabinets, beige cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, a drop-in sink, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Salt Lake City with grey cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, multi-coloured walls, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and multi-coloured benchtops.

Design ideas for a transitional master bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a curbless shower, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and multi-coloured benchtops.

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Design ideas for a modern master bathroom in Other with a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink, tile benchtops, white floor, multi-coloured benchtops and a single vanity.

The East louisville Master Bath Remodel was in a patio home in the White Blossom Neighborhood. The hall bath was turned into a half bath and we converted the tub space into the master bath shower . This allowed for more floor space for aging in place as well as the opportunity for his and hers vanities.

This estate is a transitional home that blends traditional architectural elements with clean-lined furniture and modern finishes. The fine balance of curved and straight lines results in an uncomplicated design that is both comfortable and relaxing while still sophisticated and refined. The red-brick exterior façade showcases windows that assure plenty of light. Once inside, the foyer features a hexagonal wood pattern with marble inlays and brass borders which opens into a bright and spacious interior with sumptuous living spaces. The neutral silvery grey base colour palette is wonderfully punctuated by variations of bold blue, from powder to robin’s egg, marine and royal. The anything but understated kitchen makes a whimsical impression, featuring marble counters and backsplashes, cherry blossom mosaic tiling, powder blue custom cabinetry and metallic finishes of silver, brass, copper and rose gold. The opulent first-floor powder room with gold-tiled mosaic mural is a visual feast.

Master Bathroom Renovation
Small traditional master bathroom in Chicago with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Salt Lake City with furniture-like cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and multi-coloured benchtops.

Gorgeous powder bath with detailed arched niche and gorgeous chandelier.
Inspiration for an expansive country powder room in Phoenix with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, multi-coloured walls, travertine floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtops.