A kitchen reno is no small task. But like a lot of things in life that are hard, the reward is worth it! The details are what can really elevate the design. So, take your time and choose elements that will help make your kitchen your favourite room in the house.
Counterbalance
The Whitelight collection is the latest array of quartz countertops from Caesarstone. The collection is all about light, neutral colours that enhance the movement and drama of natural stone.
5171 ARBETTO. caesarstone.ca
Cook with care
Caraway’s ceramic cookware not only looks cool, it’s also nontoxic, eco-friendly and naturally non-stick. This well-designed set will be your go-to for all your cooking needs.
CERAMIC COOKWARE SET in navy by Caraway. $575. indigo.ca
Organic dinnerware
We love this handcrafted, organic stoneware dinner collection from Oui. Modern, durable and stylish – it’s perfect for everyday use.
$12-$60. indigo.ca
Colourful small appliances
While stainless steel kitchen accents continue to dominate, colourful small appliances are quietly making a comeback. We adore this retro-inspired light green collection by Haden – guaranteed to add a unique look.
Silt green Dorchester TOASTER, DRIP COFFEE MAKER AND KETTLE by Haden. $150-$180. crateandbarrel.ca
Bold backsplash
Create a statement wall in your kitchen by backsplash.
Tofino TERRAZZO cement tile. Spoons SQUARE cement tile. Peak line HEXAGON choosing bold tiles for your cement tile. From $9. geontile.com
Indigo cutlery
Trade your traditional silver cutlery set for one with a punch of colour. Our top pick? This cool indigo shade guaranteed to kick up your tablescape.
Glamour 5-piece STAINLESS STEEL FLATWARE SET. $92. wayfair.ca
A winning faucet
Select a faucet that not only matches your kitchen’s aesthetic, but also has the functionality you need. Whether your preference is bronze, silver or gold, the faucet is one of the most used items in the kitchen, so, choose wisely!
BRONZE: Arbour oil rubbed bronze one-handle high arc MOTIONSENSE PULLDOWN KITCHEN FAUCET. $618. moen.ca
SILVER: Purist SINGLE HOLE KITCHEN SINK FAUCET with pullout spout and ProMotion by Kohler. $633. wayfair.ca
GOLD: Satin gold PULL DOWN KITCHEN FAUCET. $239. bathdepot.ca
Style file
Cabinets and hardware to inspire a kitchen update.
TRADITIONAL: FLORENCE DOOR in white matte thermofoil by Eurostyle. $62. homedepot.ca Weston collection brushed gold contemporary CABINET KNOB by Richelieu. $5. homedepot.ca
ECLECTIC: BODARP DOOR in grey green. $50. ikea.ca. GREEN AGATE KNOB. $30. cb2.ca
MID -CENTURY MODERN: HASSLARP DOOR. $88. ikea.ca. Demi half-moon brass and black marble knob. $14. cb2.ca
Table talk
Do you have an eat-in kitchen? A sustainably sourced wooden table adds a beautiful natural element to the space with lower impact to the environment.
- Whitestone OVAL LARGE DINING TABLE. $3,429. westofmain.com
- Mid-century EXPANDABLE DINING TABLE in walnut. $1,049-$1,349. westelm.ca
- Griffin reclaimed WOOD DINING TABLE. $2,940. potterybarn.ca
Kitchen clean-up
Libman, maker of thoughtfully designed and environmentally conscious cleaning tools, celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. Marking the milestone, fourth-generation CEO, Andrew Libman, shares his three favourite finds for embracing the mess and keeping kitchens clean:
- KITCHEN BRUSH: Scrubbing everything from pots and pans to root vegetables, it’s the most versatile kitchen tool, hands down.
- PRECISION ANGLE BROOM & DUSTPAN: With bristles made from recycled water bottles, flagged tips ensure the tiniest of food waste is picked up the first time.
- FREEDOM SPRAY MOP: This handy mop with its reusable microfibre pad is ideal for sudden spills requiring swift action. Plus, the refillable tank empowers you to use your preferred cleaning solution. libman.com
Warm modern
This gorgeous kitchen combines so many modern design elements that will be popular in 2021. From streamlined design to mixed metals, interesting stone and tile work, warm wood details and a touch of black – it’s a perfect mod mix.
Photograph: MAXIME BROUILLET
Interior design: MICHAEL GODMER
Designer tiles: Custom-made stone mosaic designed by CIOT STUDIO artisans.
Counter, backsplash and island in Maxfine porcelain. ciot.com
The organized pantry
We all aspire to have the kind of organized pantry that would make Jamie Oliver proud. These items will help get you started on the right track.
- Yamazaki tosca slim white STORAGE BASKET. $49. crateandbarrel.ca
- Modular GLASS CANISTERS by Marie Kondo. $16-$25. containerstore.com
- WIre STORAGE BASKET. $25. homesense.ca
- Progressive prokeeper CEREAL CONTAINER. $30. crateandbarrel.ca