Master Ensuite & Powder Room Renovations by DE5IGN STUDIO
The owners, Patricia Lovett-Reid, the chief financial commenter for CTV and her husband Jim Reid approached us to redesign their master ensuite bathroom and powder room. The building is only a few years old however, the spaces were starting to look a bit tired and contained material selected by the builder. The client’s project requirements were to provide more storage for their toiletries, proper lighting for makeup application and a shower with a rainhead above. Not only that, but a space that would be cohesive with the other spaces in their home. As well as a space that would be contemporary, abstract and international.
We solved the storage issue by designing a custom white floating vanity with lighting integrated underneath. This vanity has four drawers with no handles to create a minimalistic appearance, two on each side, with dividers inside for compartmentalizing ones items. Sitting on top of the vanity we chose a white Cesearstone countertop with two undermount porcelain basins. Instead of having the faucets on the countertop we thought it would be better installed on the wall to create more room on the countertop. Directly above in line with the edges of the vanity, is one long brightly backlit mirror that gives off enough lighting for make-up application. Then there is the seamless white porcelain flooring that resembles marble, leading into the walk-in shower with a rainhead above. Just outside the shower, all the flooring is heated so you never have to step out of a warm shower onto cold tile. Inside the shower we have a shower niche clad in mosaic, a handheld spray and a linear drain along the wall. To enlarge the space and make it appear brighter, we decided to use long and narrow white porcelain tile on all four walls. This tile is made to replicate the look of marble. There are four different types of finishes on the porcelain wall tile to create interest. Some are matte, some are textured and others are polished. In regards to the bathtub, we intended to have a freestanding tub however, we couldn’t move the drain and therefore, clad the existing tub in Cesearstone.
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In addition, to the master ensuite bathroom, the client wanted to upgrade their powder room. This space is sure to impress any guest that comes over, with the textured wall covering that resembles linen, white hexagon mosaic floor tile and a floating white vanity with lighting underneath. The powder room has a custom vanity with the same white Cesearstone countertop as seen in the master ensuite bathroom. The only difference is that we ran a piece of slab above the countertop/behind the wall mounted faucet to protect the surrounding wallpaper from moisture. Directly above we placed a backlit mirror which gives off the perfect lighting for makeup application. Both spaces are equipment with water efficient toilets and chrome finishes.
It is obvious from first glance that exquisite craftsmanship has gone into its creation and now our clients and their guests can enjoy the newly renovated and designed spaces.
Some of the highlights include:
Taste Ontario, Taste The World
Together with over 20 chefs, breweries, cideries and wineries, this year’s Delicious Local Food & Drink Pavilion will be a celebration of the diversity and cultural traditions that make up Canada’s food landscape.
Using local and sustainably sourced Ontario ingredients, chefs from Canada and around the world will showcase old family recipes and favourite dishes that best reflect their heritage. Join in as we applaud the community, vibrancy, and diversity of our country through the many tastes and smells of its global kitchens.
Fun For Eco Kids
Explore and enjoy the interactive exhibits dedicated to educating and connecting kids to nature. Kids under 12 years of age enter the show for free.
Growing a Garden with an Insect Farm
Discover how insects are creating exciting opportunities in gardening and agriculture through “frass,” a sustainable and 100 per cent natural plant food produced by crickets. At the Midgard Insect Farm booth budding young gardeners are invited to transplant the seedling of their choice and take it home to watch it grow. Kids of all ages welcome. Must be willing to get your hands dirty.
Sweat Equity Yoga & Fitness Pavilion
An active lifestyle is integral to a healthier you. Find out how by taking a workshop, chatting with a guest lecturer or participating in a free yoga class. Learn all about the health benefits of being active. Beginners, give yoga a try. Even yoga gurus will learn something new. Stretch your horizons and meet new people who share similar active interests.
Eco Traveller Pavilion
Access the world’s most unique holiday destinations, take advantage of special holiday packages, enjoy tasting international cuisine and soak in the varied cultural heritage of many exciting countries.
Visit pavilions and booths from over 60 countries that will provide you with all the information you need to book your next memorable holiday. There will be an eclectic mix of ecotourism pavilions offering special holiday packages. Explore the possibilities of travelling to the worlds’ most exclusive Earth-friendly beach destinations, historical cities, eco-lodges and more. Travellers can choose from gastronomy hotspots, nature retreats, luxury camping, agritourism, health tourism and spas, as well as many other opportunities and tips to plan an eco-holiday to remember.
Health & Wellness
From advice on nutrition and ideas on how to get more active, to tips on incorporating mindfulness into daily life, there’s something for everyone looking to lead a more balanced lifestyle.
Interested in the environmental influences on hormones or the most effective tips to get the most out your diet? Check out the speaker list and plan your visit.
Shop: Whether you are looking for the latest matcha tea flavour or the largest selection in nutrition supplements, the exhibitors have everything you need to achieve optimal health.
Try a free fitness class: An active lifestyle is key to healthy living. Check out the free programming on the Sweat Equity Yoga & Fitness stage and find the class that’s best for you.
Fashion & Beauty
In 2018, we are more conscious than ever about the impact of our choices on the environment and our bodies. Browse high-performance, earth-friendly clothing, skincare and cosmetics. Shop and learn from leading experts on how to look and feel your best, naturally.
The Cannaspace Exhibit
Are you looking for alternative therapies to complement your current health regime, curious about your options, or looking to understand the latest conversations about the upcoming change in medical cannabis legislation?
The Cannaspace Exhibit, in partnership with Aurora Cannabis, will feature doctors, licensed medical producers and leading experts who will be providing credible and valuable information that can help consumers make well-informed decisions about treatment options for conditions that could be supported by the benefits of medical cannabis.
New this year, experience the Aurora Cannabis educational feature exhibit as well as a dedicated Cannaspace stage, bringing you three days of discussion covering everything from cannabis and anxiety, integrating cannabis into your wellness regime, exploring methods of consumption, upcoming changes in regulations and much more.
Explore an Urban Forest
It is estimated that roughly seven billion trees are growing in Canadian cities, and this figure is growing. But what happens when these trees fall? Don’t miss this dedicated, interactive exhibit space exploring why our forests matter, how trees help fight climate change and more. Discover what happens when trees mature in urban settings and how fallen wood can be artfully repurposed using portable sawmills and made into valuable, long-lasting wood products.
Capturing Carbon
Did you know that responsibly diverting wood waste has a direct effect on climate change?
Sawmill Sid, a local eco-hero, will showcase stunning displays of the process of repurposing fallen trees and how carbon is captured in the process and thus prevents harmful carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere.
Canadian Green Car Award
The Canadian Green Car Award recognizes vehicles that offer impressive green attributes combined with strong mass-market appeal, based on the understanding that any product can have a significant environmental impact only if it sells in large numbers. To achieve this result, the assessments combines objective criteria — such as fuel economy, emissions and price — along with the judges’ evaluations of performance, driving experience, value, features and green qualities.
Ontario Wood Artisans
There are a lot of options when considering building materials, furniture, finishing pieces, or artisan products — and a lot of choices to make.
Ontario Wood is the natural choice in balancing price, function, beauty, versatility and performance. Whether your choice is made based on quality and price, whether it’s about supporting local producers and local communities, whether it’s about what’s best for the environment, or whether it’s simply because you love the natural beauty of wood products, Ontario Wood can meet your needs.
Discover 2,000 square feet of exhibits and meet 14 Ontario wood artisans and explore a gallery of locally hand-carved products.
Green Living Show
April 6 to 8 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building, 255 Front Street West, Toronto.
