Ontario Reno + Decor - October/November 2020

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36 30 FEATURES 14 HOME FINDS The latest bathroom trends

20 COVER STORY How to get the hotel look at home

30 DESIGN LESSON Tips to maximize a small bathroom

32 TOP 10 10 of the best freestanding bathtubs on the market

34 BETTER LIVING EXPERT Online colour consultations

38 DESIGNER TOUCH Expert advice on how to create an inviting space

40 MARKETPLACE Fall decor products inspired by the earth

44 INSPIRING INTERIORS A colourful home office

DEPARTMENTS 08 FROM THE EDITOR

54 GARDEN EXPERT Fall planting tips

A new beginning

10 STAY IN TOUCH

66 TREND WATCH

Giveaway; Bathroom shower shelves by veritas from Fleurco

Arches in design

HOME IMPROVEMENTS 24 DESIGN BUILD EXPERT Building communities post-pandemic

28 DESIGN EXPERT

12 NEWSWORTHY industry news and events

WHERE TO FIND IT 58 Renovator Resource directory 61 Product Showcase 65 Advertiser index

Bathroom upgrades to incorporate now

46 MY OLD HOUSE Choosing the right flooring

52 CUSTOM HOMES COvid-19 changes home design

56 INDUSTRY EXPERT Renovate safely during the pandemic

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Canada’s HOME IDEA BOOK

The

HOTEL LOOK

at home!

DON’T LET COVID-19 SPOIL YOUR RENO

dreams

OCT./NOV. 2020

$4.95

TOP

10 BATHTUBS

WORK

FROM HOME IN STYLE

FALL

trends

THAT WILL INSPIRE CHANGE

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: BATHROOMS

design Hibou Design & Co photo Drew Hadley

The latest design looks for fall

Create a bedroom you’ll love

ON THE COvER

36 IN THE KNOW

50 BY DESIGN

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fter a long, hot and active summer (and I enjoyed every minute of it), fall signals a new beginning. There are new trends in design and decor to discover, and who doesn’t love donning knits and sipping a spiced latte from a local favourite coffee spot?

As the leaves change colour and the days grow cooler, we start to think about preparing our homes for those months where you just want to hibernate inside (hygge, anyone?). Are you thinking about home renovations? Fall is a great time to make those dreams a reality. If you feel nervous about renovating during the pandemic, make sure to hire a renovator that will comply with the Ontario Ministry of Labour’s Guidelines for Construction Site Health and Safety during COVID-19, as discussed on page 56.

If you’re planning to tackle a bathroom remodeling, with either a modest budget or one tailored for luxury, this issue outlines some excellent options.

Bathroom projects yield a great ROI, so it’s always a reno choice that’s worth your time, energy and money.

From our cover story on hotel-inspired bathroom trends a la Hibou Design & Co., to blogger Candace Alongi’s

Editor’s pick

colourful home office, and interior designer Bilha Kangethe’s roundup of fall’s hottest looks for the home, this issue is sure to inspire you for all your projects, large and small.

And, speaking of new beginnings, this issue marks my first as Editor of Reno+Decor.

I am passionate about helping to make your home a haven, especially during these unprecedented times. We look forward to continually bringing you the latest design inspiration, trends and expert renovation advice.

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Elevate showering to new levels with Moen’s Aromatherapy hand shower in chrome with four Inly shower capsules. It is uniquely designed with the ability to infuse essential oils directly in the water flow, for a spalike experience at home. $179. moen.ca

KOHLER SIGNATURE STORE There is a new design destination in Toronto. Kohler Co., leaders in the manufacturing of kitchen and bath products, has opened a new store in the Castlefields design district, the Kohler Signature Store. This 4,000-sq.ft. store will showcase product and design displays for a range of budgets and will also highlight Kohler’s family brands, including Kohler Plumbing, Kohler lighting, Kallista Plumbing, Robern and Ann Sacks Tile and Stone.

The location offers in-store and virtual consultations for bathroom and kitchen design. For more information, visit kohlersignaturestoretoronto.com

IDS 2021

At the beginning of each year, we look forward to getting our big dose of design from the world’s most innovative design experts. This year, due to the pandemic, the event will be held on May 13 to 16, 2021 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Along with the physical show, a virtual component will be offered as well, connecting more people to the innovative ideas, products and trends the show offers. “The world, as we know it, is forever changed. However, IDS21’s purpose remains the same – to bring people together to experience the power of design,” says Karen Kang, managing director and head of content, IDS Toronto. “This moment in history is an opportunity to broker global conversations reimagining the future of our society through design. At IDS21, we will build more significant discussions around how design will play a vital part in shaping our future.” Visit interiordesignshow.com

Mixmaster

Interior designer Kara Mann is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional design and drawing inspiration from art, architecture and fashion. She has teamed up with CB2 for a collection that’s all about the art of contrast.

Hard meets soft. Tough meets romantic. Mann is a master at mixing different design elements to create something truly one of a kind. “There’s an imperfection we’re trying to get at with this collection,” says Mann. “A chic slouchiness.” For more information, visit cb2.ca

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SESCOLITE AND ROBINSON Sescolite has joined the ROBINSON family. As the largest specialty lighting and bath retailer in Canada, ROBINSON offers a collection of curated products for the design conscious homeowner. The newly renovated showrooms in Toronto and Burlington now showcase the industry’s best lighting and plumbing products, featuring the outstanding service that ROBINSON is known for across the country. robinsonco.ca

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Thinking abouT a baThroom renovaTion buT feeling uninspired? You’ve come To The righT place! r+d has sourced The laTesT Trends To geT You moTivaTed To sTarT planning

Classic twist

Photo: Hibou Design & Co. hiboudesignco.com

The traditional black and white colour combination is making a big return to bathrooms this year. Paired with mixed metals and a bold floor, this classic combo gets modernized for a fresh, new feel.

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home finds

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Editor’s pick:

Matte BLACK lighting

make a statement with these black matte lighting options for your bathroom space

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3 1. Three-light LED VANITY LIGHT in black matte finish and flat opal glass. $149. lowes.ca 2. Severine 12-light sputnik modern linear CHANDELIER by Wrought Studio. $389.99. wayfair.ca 3. SPATIAL THREE-LIGHT BATH LIGHT

by Progress Lighting. $264. homedepot.ca 4. Sloane SIX-LIGHT SEMI-FLUSH LIGHT in black by Golden Lighting. $659. lowes.ca

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Luxe look ADD A TOUCH OF LUXURY TO YOUR BATHROOM WITH A MARBLE SINK.

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home finds

mIRRoR, mIRRoR

CHOOSE A MIRROR THAT WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE – ONE THAT HAS A BUILT-IN SHELF! WALL MIRROR WITH LEDGE in walnut. $279. kroft.co

PERCH ROUND MIRROR with shelf. $399. cb2.ca

JACOB MIRROR SERIES with shelf

by H-Hudson Home. $129.97. walmart.ca

COIN MIRROR. $59.99. eq3.com

SQUARE SINK with washstand console table in Carrara marble with metal legs in satin brass by Kingston Brass. $1,534. homedepot.ca CARERRA OVAL VESSEL SINK in white marble by Novatto. $824. rona.ca

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home finds

PATTeRN TILeS We LoVe There are so many options out there when it comes to patterned tiles. How do you choose the right one? Base your selection on the overall look you want to achieve – and don’t forget to consider the size and maintenance of the tile.

Century Star white NATURAL STONE MOSAIC FLOOR AND WALL TILE by Jeffrey Court. $15.99 each. homedepot.ca

SYNERGY ART PRINT by Annie Axtell. $220. simons.ca

Bohemia Miranda NATURAL FINISH TILE. $9.95/sq. ft. ciot.com Grigio parquet POLISHED MARBLE MOSAICS by Enigma. $19.98 each. homedepot.ca

Art space CREATE AN INSPIRING SPACE IN YOUR BATHROOM BY CHOOSING A GREAT PIECE OF ARTWORK THAT REFLECTS YOUR PERSONAL STYLE

VANA FRAMED WALL ART. $79. structube.com

HEAD OF FLOWERS art print

by DiviArtsStudio. $65.95 for 18-by-24-in. etsy.ca

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#Trending RoSE GoLD BATHROOM HARDWARE

Move over brass and gold, there’s a new finish that’s shining bright – rose gold.

With a delicate blend of yellow gold, silver and copper metals, this pretty metal is sure to add a unique touch to your bathroom.

home finds

8 bathroom essentials

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O SINGLE HOLE FAUCET in rose gold by THG Paris. $3,495. gingers.com

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4 7 Bathroom ceiling RAINFALL SHOWER FAUCET SYSTEM mixer set in brushed rose gold. $473.98. amazon.ca

Wall mount TOILET PAPER HOLDER in satin rose gold. $199.99. wayfair.ca

6 5 1. X Base khaki BATH MAT. $39.95. cb2.ca 2. Calm SOAKING SALTS by Herbivore. $22.50. socialitebeauty.ca 3. HANGER RACK in metal and wood. $5.99. hm.com 4. SMARRA BOX with lid in natural. $19.99. ikea.ca 5. Porcelain HEART DISH. $6.96-$7.96. eltemkt.com 6. Karla copper BATH TOWEL. $34.95. cb2.ca 7. Washed LINEN BATHROBE in powder beige from H&M. $59.99. hm.com 8. PEDESTAL PLANT POT in dark beige. $19.99. hm.com nexthome.ca | myhomepage.ca

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The hotel look at

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EvEn though travEl may bE limitEd, you can still havE thE look and fEEl of your favouritE hotEl bathroom at homE. hibou dEsign & co. shows you how

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ne of the best parts of travelling is the stay at a chic hotel, but you shouldn’t have to leave home in order to feel pampered. Travel can lend some great inspiration for your own sumptuous retreat right at home, and since you start and finish each day in your bathroom, it only makes sense to show this room a little extra love. Aside from kitchen renovations, bathroom renos also give you the best return on your investment, so your payoff will be two-fold.

Here are some of our favourite tips:

Indulge a little... Ok, a lot Bathrooms have taken on new meaning in the modern home, and even more so with people spending more time at home these days. These once-utilitarian rooms have evolved with exotic finishes and exceptional details that make them as unique as their owners. Allow yourself to splurge.

You use your bathroom multiple times, so thoughtful upgrades will be well worth it.

inspired design: Choose a theme and run with it. In this space (pictured), we opted for a hotel-chic theme featuring a classic black and white penny-tile floor with a custom motif that literally greets you every morning, en Francais. The matte black faucets and hardware provide punctuation to this crisp white palette. This high-contrast colour scheme is warmed up with a natural wood cabinet-style vanity.

Modern-industrial lighting rounds out this cool look.

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If you’re a shower person, consider expanding the shower enclosure if space allows, or upgrade to a steam shower. If you’re partial to baths, treat yourself to that sculptural freestanding tub you’ve been admiring in the showroom window.

Heated floors and towel racks, a make-up counter or mani-pedi bar, meditation zone, mini fridge… this space is all about you. If you’re renovating, this is an opportune time to build some custom elements right into the design.

Get smart Our quest to stay connected transcends every room – yes, even the bathroom.

Connected and voice-activated technologies have disrupted interiors as much as they have our daily lives, and they have become an essential luxury by all accounts. Commanding your Google Assistant or Alexa to hit the lights, turn on the tap and deliver the news of the day is only one benefit.

Hands-free technology is also touted as the cleaner, germ-free option for these traditionally high-touch surfaces – and less scrubbing means more time to relax and enjoy it all.

Aside from convenience, technology also allows for a level of customization that even the most luxurious hotels can’t match (unless they are accompanied by a butler). Your smart tech can learn your behaviours and preferences, from the perfect lighting levels, to just the right speaker volume, and the perfect bathwater temperature,

Designers Eugenia Triandos and Korina Khamis, are co-founders for Hibou Design & Co. The company provides complete bespoke residential design services throughout Canada and North America. hiboudesignco.com

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right down to the degree. It won’t be long before your every whim is being accommodated, even before you get the chance to ask.

For all to love When it comes to finishes, think “mass appeal” and opt for a minimal aesthetic and neutral choices. Hotel designers aim to appeal to wide range of users, and since bathroom renovations can be pricey, those neutral choices will prove to be money well-spent.

Neutral choices also tend to promote rest and relaxation. The look is clean, crisp and fresh, not to mention very versatile – which bodes well for those pricey elements such as tile and fixtures that won’t soon be replaced.

Make it memorable As we well know in the interiors industry, good design is all in the details. Collectively, it’s all those seemingly small things that make all the difference to the overall look and feel of a space. Regardless of the room you’re renovating, you want it to make the right impression on you and your guests.

We often look to the world’s hotels in search of some well-placed interior inspiration, but our homes need to be so much more than a few luxurious nights between 800-threadcount sheets. Our homes have to pamper us while delivering on our functional needs and aesthetic desires. Working with a design professional can bring all your dreams to life.

Kimpton Saint George | kimptonsaintgeorge.com R+D loves: A minimalist colour palette with gold, marble and wood accents help to elevate this hotel bathroom. This bathroom creates a Zen feel while still being modern.

Good idea! Bathrooms need to have good lighting. This space not only has ceiling lighting, but also extra lighting built into the mirror.

LOOKING FOR HOTEL INSPIRATION? hErE arE two toP toronto hotEl bathrooms with sErious stylE

by SARA DUCK

The Broadview Hotel | thebroadviewhotel.ca R+D loves: From the bold use of the black and white colour combination to the large wall tile slabs, hexagon floor tiles, matte black fixtures and pop of brass accents, this hotel bathroom has timeless appeal.

Good idea! This bathroom has a good amount of shelving, from the mirror to the shower and under the vanity. Shelving is a must!

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oronto, having entered the global scene as a major world centre over the last two decades, still needs to mature in many ways. As residents of the fastest growing metropolis in North America, Torontonians have had to embrace change, and have done so reasonably well. However, where we have failed

condo and the lowrise single-family home. There is a gap in choice for the residents and new Torontonians immigrating to this city (more than 100,000 arrived last year alone).

The “missing middle” is a housing type that takes the built form of duplex, cottage courts, fourplexes townhouses, stacked triplexes, multiplexes and live/work suites.

is mirrored across major centres throughout North America, and in many cases, the world. It has been highly publicized that Toronto is a tale of two housing types – the highrise

These are sometimes illegal due to the zoning that governs many of the areas defined as stable neighbourhoods.

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of the city’s landmass. Still, it also includes a declining population (as those living in the single-family homes continue to age and their kids leave the nest, permanently). In comparison, defined strips of the city (generally downtown and along the Yonge Street corridor) are booming in vertical expansion of condominiums that scrape the sky.

The dichotomy is often not suitable, as it leaves an aging population in homes they may have difficulty aging in. It also relegates young cashstrapped families starting in tiny condos to move out sooner, fleeing the city in search of more house and more land.

With an excess of six million people calling the GTA home today, slated to grow past eight million in 10 years and balloon to more than 10 million in less than 25 years, the great bastion of the “stable neighbourhood,” and the people and property owners within it, must change. If everyone who moved out of a condo in search of an alternate housing type moved to one of the bedroom communities outside the GTA, our North America leading gridlock would only worsen. We just can’t build enough transit to keep up with that solution. In a mega-city such as Toronto and an even more populous group in the GTA, efficiently moving people will forever remain a significant challenge. continued on page 26

But, as we know, change is hard.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about swift change for the entire world.

One of the great challenges that has been noticed is the impact of density on the transmission of the virus. Rental rates of condos located downtown are reported to be down close to 20 per cent. While anecdotally, real estate professionals are citing a growing flock of persons cashing in and relocating to communities up to two hours from the city in hopes of finding affordability and physical distancing from others.

With the help of Zoom and similar technologies, working from home is possible, but can also provide strain when working and living with a family within a small condo. The single-family housing type which dominates most neighbourhoods can become more flexible and provide housing for many types of residents, across different life stages and various economic levels.

It makes little sense for a young family to become grossly indebted obtaining a single-family home, have their kids vacate the building in search of their own housing once they’ve grown, leaving two people to remain in a four-bedroom home. When one passes away, it can leave three empty bedrooms and a lot of house to maintain and safely provide for their own care within, all while shutting other families out of the market for longer than necessary.

Suppose we were to reimagine these existing buildings – to convert from a single-family dwelling to a duplex, triplex or fourplex. Or, even allow for the assembly of two to three of these structures for a lowrise, four-storey walkup (with elevators) as was allowed in old Toronto. We could provide for transition options for people to stay in their communities for their entire lifecycle if they chose to.

Single-family dwelling to 12-plex: thiS deSign iS in development and ShowS how an exiSting Single-family home can be expanded to more than double itS exiSting Size and converted to provide 12 houSing unitS out of Something that iS currently zoned to houSe one family. character, maSSing and feel are all retained via remodeling of an exiSting poSt-war building.

It would also develop a more accurate societal cross-section (a real “community,” if you will), comprising babies, young children, teenagers, young adults, families and seniors. Each of whom has vastly different housing needs and have varied socio-economic backgrounds. As Ted Knight famously quips in the movie Caddyshack, “The world needs ditch diggers too!” Why must the post-war suburbs be reserved for high-income professionals or those benefitting from generational wealth?

Toronto and its residents know full well that we are in a housing crisis. With only a few thousand legal secondary suites in the city and, an estimated existence of between 70,000 to 100,000 illegal basement apartments, a well-defined and exploited need is outpacing political abilities to make the changes we need.

For our mutual benefit, as we all travel the journey of our lifecycle

together, we could be creating walkable communities while rehabilitating the aged housing stock in the process and helping the environment, too. If still unconvinced, spend some time reading from local planners such as Richard Florida, Jennifer Keesmaat, Gil Meslin and Architecture critic Alex Bozikovic. Google terms “gentle and distributed density,” “missing middle” and “flexible housing” to get an idea of how subtle change can make a positive impact for everyone. If you like your community, let’s work together to change it so it will work for you and your family forever.

If you want to design, build or renovate your home for the long term, remember there is real value in working with a professional to design and build the space. Visit renomark.ca, the home of the professional renovator, to start your search when looking to start your project.

Brendan Charters is a Founding Partner at Toronto design-build firm Eurodale Developments Inc., the 2020 BILD Renovator of the Year. eurodale.ca, @eurodalehomes, 416.782.5690

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MINIMALIST DESIGN. MAXIMUM IMPACT. With conďŹ dent and contemporary minimalist styling, the CrueTM faucet makes a bold impression in kitchens with transitional and modern aesthetics. The collection includes a range of designs and functions to make kitchen tasks easier and more efďŹ cient.

Learn more about the complete Crue kitchen faucet collection at KOHLER.ca or at your local Atlantis Bath.

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photos LARRY ARNAL hat used to be a mere closet in homes a century ago has now emerged as one of the most important rooms in our home. It’s the humble, functional bathroom. But, beyond sheer utility, the bathroom can also be, dare I say, beautiful. Afterall, why have a merely functional space when you can make it a “go-to” destination?

As a result of spending more time at home these days, we are taking another look at the potential of our greatest asset – the home itself. Does it work well if we’re all at home, all the time? Do we stay and renovate, move, build or just stay put? As

a result, we’re seeing bathroom renovations on the rise.

Whether it’s adding a second bathroom, a powder room or renovating your main bathroom, function and accommodation are top of mind. It’s a smart idea; bathroom upgrades are a sensible investment whether you plan to stay in your home for years to come or sell. It’s the second highest return for your renovating dollar, after kitchens.

Designers have the privilege of hearing what people want in their homes, first-hand. We share our findings with new-home builders, developers and homeowners. What’s new? What are we learning? That the powder room is the first line of

defense when it comes to a healthy home.

With today’s added emphasis on hygiene, a main floor powder room is now more important than ever. Now, when you enter your home it may be the first room you visit for a good hand-scrubbing, a quick refresh after removing your mask, or the usual reason to visit. It’s part of the routine transitioning from the outside world.

Family bathrooms have already seen changes over the past several years. Upgrades such as double sinks and larger vanities with plenty of storage are always on the request list.

Two sinks can mean twice as much cleaning, but today, having two sinks can be helpful and promote good health – especially if one person spends more time outside the home.

Clients are still asking for separate showers and free-standing bathtubs.

This isn’t a new idea, but now we’re seeing there are at least two notions this provides. A shower can offer quick function – get clean, get out. A free-standing tub, on the other hand, is considered a great wellness tool.

A place to unwind, relax, regenerate.

It speaks to how important wellness has come to the forefront in our homes today.

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STEAM SHOWERS ARE AN UPGRADE MANY PEOPLE ARE ASKING FOR AS THEY BRING THE GYM EXPERIENCE HOME.

The spa experience isn’t a luxury anymore. We can incorporate multiple shower heads, wands and safety features such as thermostatic taps into most showers. Presets of different pulses offer the soothing effects of hydrotherapy.

Pair that with the colourwashing and flowing LED lights of chromotherapy and you have potential mood-boosting for mind, body and spirit.

As most Finns know, steam is a great stress reliever. It’s also known to improve circulation, help you breathe better, sooth sore muscles and relax joints. With the help of professional renovators, a new digital control panel and new doors, most showers can be converted to steam showers.

Your bathroom serves you in many ways, and let’s face it, we spend a fair bit of time in there. Why not make it beautiful?

STAND-ALONE TUBS MAKE AN ELEGANT STATEMENT. ALSO CONSIDER LARGER FORMAT TILE, LESS GROUT, LESS CHANCE FOR GERMS AND LESS CLEANING.

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hen it came to the design of this bathroom, I opted for a fresh and fun look without the typical white on white palette. For the floors, I wanted to add pattern and texture. When playing with pattern in a small space, your eye is simultaneously distracted and amused. The ever-so-popular herringbone pattern in a black slate material of four-by-16-in. pieces was the perfect choice for this space, the intensity of the colour grounds the whole bathroom floor while the motif feels intricate and current.

By elevating the double vanity off the ground, I was able to appreciate the intricacy of the floor while maintaining a spacious feel in this small space. Although the prefab Kohler vanity is raised off the ground, it still provides ample storage for this shared bath. Opting to go with a white finish for this vanity ties into the crisp, white tones of the sinks, tub and toilet. If space permits, squeezing in two sinks makes the most of a bath, as it provides grandeur and maximizes function for siblings who are sharing a bathroom.

Selecting a bathtub in this space provided the dual function of bathing and showering. A small upgrade to a drop-in tub verses a self-skirted acrylic tub goes a long way in this bathroom and allowed us to tile the front of

the bathtub for a truly custom and integrated look. This automatically takes this small bathroom from basic to upgraded. More so, it’s the seamless look of the larger natural stone wall tiles that truly creates a cohesive look around the tub surround and the tub skirt.

In small spaces, the use of natural stone is worth the splurge, as the quantity of material needed is smaller, yet you can achieve a high end look by handpicking more luxurious materials. Being savvy about the types of natural stones available on the market is also key to maintaining a conscious budget. The stone selected for the bathtub perimeter is a muted blue-grey natural stone in a 12-by-24in. format, which becomes a soft contrast against the black floors. This affordable stone option allowed us to achieve a lux look for less, while maintaining a fresh and airy look with a soft-hued material.

Having fun with metals is optimal in a small spaces, as it customizes the overall look and allows the fixtures to pop.

The contemporary brushed brass faucets and tub fixtures were a bold yet fitting choice against the contemporary tile

Dvira Ovadia is Principal Designer of Dvira Interiors, an award-winning full service, Toronto-based interior design firm.

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When tackling a small bathroom design, careful consideration must be taken to incorporate a variety of elements, finishes and materials that are going to be aesthetically pleasing yet functional. The emphasis becomes more about focusing on the beautiful composition of components and details that are incorporated used, versus the size of the space.

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illiam MacDonald was bullish on virtual interior design consulting long before COVID-19 turned it into a necessity. Early in 2019, the Toronto-based designer was already touting the advantages of online conferencing with clients to his colleagues at Farrow & Ball, the highend paint and wallpaper company for which MacDonald is the lead colour consultant for Canada.

“There are a lot of people who want to be able to access Farrow & Ball but may live in an area where there are no colour consults,” he says. “This is a way to capture more of that market.

Besides, people are so used to social media – it really is the natural next step in service delivery.”

MacDonald is watching his prediction play out; since the onset of the pandemic, requests for the service have skyrocketed. “The demand has far outweighed expectation. But it was a perfect storm; everyone is at home, looking around and feeling they need to do something.”

The $250 process begins with online registration. From there, a call is between consultant and client, across one of several platforms. Clients are advised to share pictures, room measurements and other relevant decor and design details. Prior to the consult, a colour fan deck is couriered to the client and typically arrives within three days.

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home, and create a palette that works for the space. Depending on the complexity of the design, about four rooms can be covered.

Following the online meeting, homeowners receive four

sample pots of paint and a digital specification sheet – listing chosen colours, primer recommendations, and finishes – that can be used as a guide to ordering product.

MacDonald is quick to dispel two popular caveats against online consults.

One – that they can’t replicate an inhome visit. While MacDonald agrees that it’s great to be in a space, he stresses that he and other consultants have enough experience in space planning, fabric, window treatments, lighting and paint colours to be equally effective on- or off-site.

“I’ve worked with these colours for over 20 years. I know how they respond. I stand by my suggestions and will have reasoning behind it. Besides, in the end people always go back to what I chose,” he says with a smile.

The other caveat is that room orientation and exterior lighting affect colour choice. “Many people do think that, but I don’t,” says MacDonald. “I find it very old-fashioned. Because if your room faces north in Toronto, that’s different than if it faces north in Paris or Dublin. And wherever it is, it will be different in July than it is in January.”

MacDonald would rather know about interior lighting, whether it’s LED or incandescent, what kind of fixtures are used and how many sources there are.

“It’s what’s in the room – the lighting, the fabrics, what’s on the floor and the windows, what the furniture is – that matters,” he says.

The newfound appetite for online consults will continue to climb long after the economy and businesses fully open up, MacDonald predicts. “It’s just so convenient for everyone involved, and it means I can work with anyone, anywhere in the country. I don’t think we’re turning back.”

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hile the majority of us are working from home, and children are home schooling, we have been forced to spend a lot of our time indoors and isolated. This has initiated a new conversation within the household: How do we redefine the spaces that we are living in and make them functional? What can we do to create warm inviting spaces within the home that will alleviate the stressors of this new normal?

What makes design exciting and dynamic is its ability to assimilate external influences that if applied well, inadvertently enrich the functions within the home. This year, fall decor trends tell that story. Here are five decor trends that you can incorporate into your styling plans that will make this “new normal” a little less stressful for you and your family.

Sustainability and wellness continue to dominate how we design and decorate our spaces. Incorporate indoor plants and gardens, take advantage of the natural light, as well as add modern botanicals into your decor. Studies have shown that adding these elements into your homes reduces stress and improves cognitive function and creativity.

While we continue to spend a lot of our time indoors, we are seeing the movement and texture in furniture and accessories that mirror natural elements such as wood, metals and plants. There is a longing to foster a connection with the great outdoors and bring that warmth and welcoming feeling in to create calming environments.

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Bilha Kangethe is the founder and creative director of The Lifestyle Loft. As a certified designer and interior decorator, she has created a company that focuses on needs of each client and customer and helps them curate a lifestyle that is comfortable and economical. thelifestyleloft.com

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From the time it stepped onto the scene in the 1970s, we can’t seem to get enough of this trend. It’s warm, organic and vintage vibes add texture and dimension in your space. Whether you’re looking to add wicker baskets to keep that clutter out of sight, or that perfect cane back accent chair to anchor your living room, we expect to see decor and furniture infused with this natural material, woven into cool shapes, patterns and styles.

Floral galore

Everything from artwork to wallpaper, florals have made a major comeback.

The vibrant, energetic design and colour schemes make this contemporary trend the perfect way to offer a wow factor to any wall and decor in your home.

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Warm hues Inspired by the colours of turning leaves, rejuvenate your interiors by adding deep oranges, warm ochre and natural shades. Consider layering patterns and textures, vases and accent pillows to create an organic and comfortable fall feel. nexthome.ca | myhomepage.ca

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ave you noticed how some spaces seem so welcoming? What is it about them that invites people to linger? And what is it that keeps them coming back? As a designer, my job is to ask these questions, and in my experience, the answer is different for every client.

Regardless of what “home” means, there are likely some common denominators: Warm, cosy, comfortable, relaxing… you get the picture. There’s no magic pill to achieving a sense of warmth in the home, but there are strategic ways to contribute to this effortlessly deliberate, totally unmistakable look and feel.

Here’s how to turn up the heat, to help any space feel more inviting.

Physical warmth

This is the type of heat you can feel, experienced through physical touch.

It’s what entices you to run your hand across the velvet sofa cushions and drape yourself in plush blankets with the rug beneath your bare feet. Window treatments, rugs, pillows, throws and your furniture upholstery go a long way toward achieving that overall sense of warmth and comfort.

Textiles are often left as an afterthought when designing a room, but I prefer to incorporate them in the greater design plan, as they are an impactful element not to be forgotten.

Curtains, rugs, pillows and blankets, and the upholstery you choose for seats, chairs and your sofa all play an important role in the ambience. Layer different textures to add depth to the design. If warmth is important to you, textiles could be something that’s worth splurging on.

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whether appealing to an audience with its crackling flames or as a display space for art and accessories. Allow your fireplace to be the centre of attention, and if you don’t have one, get one.

Depending on your budget and the desired look and feel, you have many options available to you: Wood-burning, gas, electric and Dimplex even offers a water vapor fireplace that is safe, versatile, vent-free and more affordable than its wood or gas counterparts.

Perceived warmth

This is the type of warmth that you experience visually. When you enter a room, you immediately get a sense of its “temperature” based on what you can see. Is it soft and organic? Crisp and contemporary? Maybe it’s antique and storied. When choosing your home’s overall aesthetic, be mindful of how different styles impact your emotions. Regardless of the style you choose, visual warmth can be achieved by layering different patterns, textures,

materials and finishes. Remember – variety brings interest and keeps the eye engaged.

Also consider “lighting temperature.”

Light bulbs come in a variety of tints that can set the tone for the space, ranging from cool bluish-white to warm-yellow that mimics candlelight, and neutral daylight options. Consider what you’ll be doing in the room, and what type of lighting will best accommodate those actions. After all, function must come first. Will you be dining and relaxing? Reading and doing paperwork? Watching movies?

Warm light is commonly used in residential applications like living areas, bedrooms, kitchens and dining rooms.

On the other hand, cool light is ideal for workspaces such as an office, hobby or laundry room. Ensure a consistent light temperature in the room, and put your lights on dimmers to keep it versatile.

Emotional warmth

This is the warmth that is felt within; the kind that tugs at your heartstrings.

A thoughtful medley of art, accessories and the small details can collectively tell the story of your past, your travels and your passions. In short, this is the personality of your home.

Warm up the mood of your space by putting yourself on display. Here’s your chance to unpack those mementos from the past and integrate them into your present. Collections, books, photographs and art all help tell your story and turn an empty room into a reflection of its inhabitant.

“Home” means something different to everyone, and while these tips are a good general guideline, they will be interpreted and realized differently by everyone. there’s no right or wrong way to turn a house into a home. If it feels right to you, that’s the most important thing.

Andrea Colman is Principal of Fine Finishes Design Inc. With almost two decades of reno and design experience, her full service firm serves clientele throughout the GTA. finefinishes.ca

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Install smoke & CO alarms Nearly one in five two-storey homes have just one smoke alarm installed. To secure the highest level of protection, install smoke and CO alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. For enhanced home safety and convenience, install combination alarms, such as the First Alert 10-Year Battery Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm, which features a slim, contemporary design that mounts unobtrusively on a wall or ceiling.

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What was the inspiration for your office?

Colour, colour and more colour! I wanted this room to be the central creative hub of our home, and nothing sparks creativity like colour. I started with the art and used those tones and shades for all the other decorative elements.

Your favourite element in the space?

The oversized drum pendant from Dainolite is hands-down my favourite element. The office is situated on a split level between the first and second floors, has no windows and the ceilings are more than 15 ft. tall. While we did install pot lights to keep the space bright, we needed something beautiful to fill up the vast space above the upper cabinets, and this white and gold fixture couldn’t be more perfect.

How were you able to keep things looking great but also organized?

While the office includes lots of pretty objects and decorative elements, I made sure that trays, baskets, and files were worked into the design to keep all the office essentials in their proper place. Just because a working home office needs to be functional, doesn’t mean it can’t be cute at the same time.

What was the biggest challenge of the room?

Since I share our home office with my husband, I needed to hold back the reigns a bit to avoid it becoming overly pretty. While I did manage to work plenty of pink into the design – we kept the cabinets grey, installed a navy DIY bookshelf and worked in neutral elements to calm down the girly vibes.

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by STePhaNie GRaY • photos MeLaNie ReeS hen my husband and I finally decided we were ready to trade our condo for a house, we knew we wanted something with charm. One adjective realtors often use that translates to “needs renovations” or “old and dated.” We wanted something that wasn’t cookie cutter, and we loved the idea of updating a space to make it our own. After a lot of online searching and a handful of open houses, we ended up putting a bid on a three-bed, two-bath, single-family home north of Toronto. It’s charm: It was built in 1895. Original staircase. Window casings with Victorian-style rosettes. A basement cellar.

Nothing was in critical shape, but there was a long list of renovations we wanted to complete. First on our list was the room every homeowner obsesses over – the kitchen.

Problem was we also wanted to redo the floors, and there was hardwood throughout the kitchen. What we quickly discovered is, the order you do your renovations in is critical.

Because we were going to gut the kitchen, if we wanted to do the floors we’d need to do them prior to our renovation. The house had the bonus of already having solid hardwood floors. Our initial plan was to refinish it, since it was solid hardwood and half the cost of installing new. I went back to my Pinterest board to reference the hardwood I was dreaming of, which was a light shade of wood, Scandi-style. It was a sharp contrast to the dark, red-tinged floors we currently had.

Before I could see if I could get the shade I was dreaming of, I had to identify what species of hardwood we had.

Luckily, there were some scraps in the basement and I could see the unstained board. Bad news – we had red oak. I went online to discover that red oak could never become the white oak I was envisioning for our home. People do bleach it, but it’s impossible to truly get the red out and often you’re left with a subtle pink hue. That’s when we decided to look into replacing our floors.

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We ended up going with Grand Floors because of its transparent pricing, huge selection of flooring and decades of experience. Another plus was that the company offered refinishing, too. After a thorough phone consultation, owner Gregory Olszewski could identify quite a bit from the photos I sent him, including the spaces in the wood (which indicated it wasn’t laid by a professional), the short planks and uneven colouring (again a possible indicator a mix of cheaper hardwood was selected). Still debating between both refinishing and replacing, I booked an appointment to the showroom to get the full scope of what new hardwood floors would look like (and cost).

Upon arrival, Olszewski suggested not to look at the brand of hardwood but its thickness (the thicker the actual hardwood, the more times you can refinish it) and the colour. Price wise, you will pay more for solid hardwood versus engineered hardwood, so that was a consideration when we looked at options.

With my soon-to-be sister-in-law Jessica with me, who also happens to be an interior designer, she helped me narrow it down to a handful of samples that would complement the plans for the kitchen. continued on page 48

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• SHOP AROUND. Don’t be afraid to get quotes from multiple businesses. Reputable places should be transparent about the cost of materials and installation.

We also decided to look at the hardwood staining samples, too, selecting a mid-toned hue that would also work with the designs.

Eventually, I settled on a shade called Pickled Oak from the Miller’s Reserve Collection by Fuzion Flooring.

A beautiful white oak in an almost muted natural tone. It’s a touch distressed with contrasting wide and narrow planks.

Being engineered hardwood meant it wouldn’t be as pricey as a solid option, but with enough hardwood on top to have one refinish done in its lifetime.

A week later, Olszewski came by to examine the condition of our floors in person and also complete the measurements to provide an accurate quote for both options. What he thought was true was confirmed: Our floors hadn’t been installed professionally and there were a lot of gaps between boards (plus tons of creaking and unevenness).

After discussing the two options, we decided to have the job done correctly and replace our hardwood. It would impact the overall reno budget for our home, meaning some things we wanted to do sooner would need to be put off, but it would mean the floor would be installed correctly (goodbye creaks, uneven colour and strange bulges) and be the exact shade we had envisioned.

One way we were able to save about $1,500 right off the bat was to do all of the hardwood removal ourselves. It’s not hard, but requires a few tools (including protective eye gear, gloves, crowbar and hammer), and a bin to dispose of the debris. The work was completed in an afternoon, but one major issue was exposed. There was very old vinyl tile uncovered upstairs. The concern? The majority of vinyl tile

• BUY WHAT FITS YOUR BUDGET. Solid hardwood has a long life, but it can be double the cost of engineered.

Plus, hardwood floors need to be refinished only every seven to 10 years at the minimum, so unless it’s your forever house, you can easily go with engineered and enjoy it for years to come.

created prior to 1986 contained asbestos. The only way we could tell for certain was to have it tested. We rushed a sample to a nearby lab and got the news the next day we were asbestos-free. Massive relief.

Once the tile was removed, we were ready for the install.

One extra we decided to splurge on was really stylish vents.

We found a Canadian company called Aria, which designs sleek, modular air vents and drywall returns. The company has a few models, including a professional model that must be mounted prior to the surface install. We ensured these were purchased prior to our hardwood installation and our floor installer could do it (they charged us a small installation fee per vent).

Due to the kitchen install date not until the fall and the front tile install date still unknown, we were only able to have only 40 per cent of the hardwood complete in Phase 1.

The rest has to wait until our kitchen is demoed.

That’s the thing about renos I’ve quickly learned. Don’t be surprised when nothing goes according to plan, and expect to live in chaos. What has been completed I’m beyond happy with, so I’ll just have to be patient and let it all come together.

A writer and editor for more than a decade, Stephanie Gray has covered everything from luxury travel to modern parenting challenges. Her work has been featured in publications including Glamour, Elle Canada and Best Health. She recently bought a century-old home north of Toronto, in need of updates, which she’s taking on with her husband (and toddler in tow).

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DREAMS Create a cosy bedroom retreat

my tip:

WHEN POSITIONING YOUR BED IN THE ROOM, LEAVE AT LEAST THREE

FT. BETWEEN THE BED AND THE WALLS ON EITHER SIDE, OR LARGE PIECES OF FURNITURE. FOR LOW-PROFILE FURNISHINGS SUCH AS A TABLE OR DRESSER, LEAVE A TWO-FT. BUFFER.

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by jeNNiFeR BaCkSTeiN s your bedroom’s style a dream, or is it more like a nightmare?

Ideally, our bedrooms should be cosy and soothing. In reality, life happens, and between the morning rush and the evening crash, there seems to be little time left to enjoy this space for what it really is – a place to retreat and cocoon. Here are some ways to instantly boost your bedroom’s cosy factor, and enhance your use of this most-versatile room.

Create vignettes You use your bedroom for more than just sleeping, right? Aside from your usual bedroom finds – bed, night tables, a dresser, perhaps an armoire – consider furnishing your master bedroom to live up to all your needs.

Create “zones” within the room with vignettes tailored to your preferences.

This could be a dressing area, a reading corner or meditation space.

Aside from being functional, adding vignettes in designs add visual interest and help showcase the owner’s personality.

Tactile moments You’d be surprised at how important our sense of touch is to our overall experience of a space. Layer comfort into your master bedroom with touchable items – plenty of plush pillows, beautiful bedding and textural blankets, and a soft area rug underfoot. But don’t stop there. Your upholstered headboard, armchair and drapery are perfect areas to add

in subtle warmth. Textured wallcoverings are unexpected and always a wonderful surprise, without being all-consuming. Create a bold feature wall in your bedroom using threedimensional panels, earthy grass cloth or alternately, a bold statement wallpaper can also create the illusion of texture.

Choose “ahhh” colours There’s a good reason the dreamy bedroom palette of white and its various off-white variations has been trending with no end in sight. Not only is a light, neutral palette instantly soothing, but it can also make the room feel cooler, lighter and larger.

This is because light colours visually recede, making your walls feel further

Jennifer Backstein is the Creative Director and Principal Designer for Jennifer Backstein Interiors, Toronto. The firm offers a diverse range of full scale design services in the GTA and across Canada. jenniferbacksteininteriors.com

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my tip:

TO CREATE AN EASY READING NOOK, THINK ABOUT COMMON “LIBRARY” ELEMENTS AND BRING

THEM INTO YOUR OWN VIGNETTE. THE BASICS INCLUDE A LIGHT, CHAIR AND TABLE. ENSURE THESE ITEMS ARE SCALED TO THE SPACE. A STOOL CAN DOUBLE AS A SMALL SIDE TABLE. SET IT ALL ATOP A SMALL RUG TO HIGHLIGHT THIS AREA AND DEFINE IT WITHIN THE GREATER SPACE.

my tip:

IF YOU’RE OPTING FOR A BRIGHT BEDROOM, INVEST IN BLACK-OUT BLINDS OR CURTAINS.

REMEMBER THAT SLEEP IS THE NUMBER-ONE FUNCTION AND PRIORITY IN THIS SPACE. DARKNESS WILL HELP ACHIEVE A DEEPER, BETTER-QUALITY SLEEP.

away. On the other hand, dark colours tend to bring walls inward, making a space feel smaller.

Bring yourself into the design The best way to enhance your sense of comfort in any room, is to bring yourself into it. Perhaps some art, photographs, and some select pieces from your collections, thoughtfully distributed throughout the space to make it feel “yours.”

The bedroom is one of the most intimate of spaces in our homes, and our demands on this space are high. As we find ourselves spending more time at home, our bedrooms are serving double- and triple-duty. But don’t forget the main objective – comfort. The Danish have it right with the concept of hygge – warm, welcoming comforts. Dare I say it, with winter around the corner, you’ll be extra grateful for this cosy retreat!

my tip:

SPEAKING OF “THE FEELS,” SINCE SLEEP IS THE ULTIMATE GOAL IN THIS SPACE, HIGH-

QUALITY BEDDING IS A MUST. YOUR SHEETS TOUCH YOUR BODY FOR EIGHT HOURS A NIGHT, GIVE OR TAKE, SO OPT FOR 100-PER-CENT COTTON IN A HIGH THREAD COUNT. ALSO, A GOOD QUALITY MATTRESS IS A GOOD PLACE TO SPLURGE IF YOU HAVE SOME EXTRA BUDGET, TO ENSURE

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changed home design forever

e’ve all heard how design of offices and public spaces will change due to COVID-19. But a bigger impact will be how this virus will change the way we design and live in our homes forever.

We are working from home, learning from home, eating at home and spending more time in our homes and with our family members than ever before. Some changes will be faster, others will be slower to adopt. But here are some key points of how our homes will change:

WORKING AND LEARNING FROM HOME Not all homes have the space to accommodate a separate home office or homework room. Rooms that function as an office by day and living room by night, a console desk in a quiet hallway, or a fold-away surface that disappears into a wall are all creative solutions that will help us carve out spaces throughout our homes to promote work and learning.

Healthy homes We’re also going to crave clean and healthy homes. We want surfaces that are anti-microbial and that can be cleaned very easily without damaging them.

We want clean air within our homes and want to ensure good filtration and ventilation.

Every home will yearn for access to the outside. Our yards, balconies and patios will become an important part of our homes.

Michelle Mawby is a Registered Interior Designer with 20 years’ experience in residential interior design. She is the Principal of the interior design and architecture team at Georgian Group. An award-winning interior designer, NCIDQ certified ARIDO & IDC member, and BCIN qualified designer, Michelle is also a nationally renowned design expert frequently called on to share her expertise and knowledge on TV and in print. georgianreno.com

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Adaptable spaces One of the key changes we will see will be a shift from open concept spaces to more adaptable spaces. I’m not suggesting that we will be rid of beautiful open concept homes, but we are going to see a lot more adaptability in the way we design our spaces. We’re going to see aspects such as moveable walls, doors that disappear into walls, and rooms that can convert from one function to another swiftly and easily.

As we live, work, learn and relax at home, we need flexible and multi-functional spaces that can accommodate quiet and privacy for working and learning, and the comfort and openness when entertaining.

Colour

ONE FUN AND REFRESHING FACET REALLY COMING BACK INTO OUR HOMES BECAUSE OF OUR ISOLATION IS COLOUR – WE ARE CRAVING COLOUR. WE WANT TO FEEL GOOD IN OUR HOMES AND COLOUR IS ONE OF THE EASIEST WAYS TO TRANSFORM AND CHEER UP ANY SPACE. WHETHER IT’S WALL COLOUR, ART, A TOSS CUSHION, OR FLOWERS, BRINGING IN YOUR FAVOURITE COLOUR WILL INSTANTLY BOOST YOUR MOOD.

CO-LIVING AND MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING While co-living has seen a growing popularity in Canada, the aftermath of this virus will help propagate both co-living and multi-generational living. I saw friends who lived alone experience more loneliness than friends with partners or roommates. Grandparents were missing their children and grandchildren. We were lonely and missing human connection. Renovating our homes for co-living or multi-generational living will allow us to live happily and comfortably.

Green spaces, roofs and walls Green spaces, roofs and walls will become essential.

Not only are they good for the environment, they lend to our well-being. Especially if a home has little access to the outdoors, green roofs and walls can provide much needed and desired connection to open-air space.

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TIME TO

plant

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANTING IN THE FALL

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by MaRk aND BeN CULLeN

all is for planting. We have been saying this in the business for almost 25 years now – ever since growers started producing trees, shrubs and evergreens in containers.

We like planting now, and generally have more success with September and October planting than in spring.

With the cool temperatures of fall, the “top growth” of winter-hardy woody perennials slows and hardens off. At the same time, the roots are busy putting down young feeding roots which will provide support for substantial growth come spring.

We remind you that no plant will perform well in your garden without strong, healthy roots. Put another way, the only way that a newly planted tree, shrub, evergreen or rose will grow and thrive in your garden is after it has developed a system of roots that will support the top growth that we see and wait for so anxiously after planting.

How do you know good roots?

You will know that a woody plant has the right kind of roots while shopping at the nursery by pulling it out of the pot. You do not have to yank it all the way out of the pot, but far enough

to see the extent to which they fill it.

If they completely fill the pot or turn around the interior contour of it, you have a potential problem getting the plant to establish itself in your garden.

Ideally, you should buy plants that fill about half of the pot with roots; the other half should be the soil mix.

This plant needs no lessons on how to grow. It will hit the new soil at your home running. Most fall-planted nursery stock will put down new roots before the hard frost of late November or December. The new root growth will benefit in the long run as you can gain up to one year’s growth over the specimens that you plant next spring.

If you can’t pull the plant out of the pot, then push your finger through the surface of the soil. If that is not possible, the chances are pretty good that the whole pot is full of roots – not a good sign. We recommend you take a pass on root-bound plants.

Hole prep Second only to buying a quality plant, is the preparation of the planting hole.

Dig a hole at least twice as wide as the root mass of the plant and 1.5 times as deep. Back fill with quality triple mix (equal parts topsoil/peat/compost), place the plant in the hole and top the

hole up with more triple mix. Stomp on it with the heel of your boot to get the soil in firm contact with the roots. By doing this, you are sending a message to the roots that it is indeed time to find a new home and get growing.

Set the plant a few centimetres above grade for proper drainage, allowing the water to drain away from the centre of the plant, not into it.

What if the plant is pot-bound?

You cannot always choose a plant with perfect roots. If you bring home some nursery stock that is pot-bound or even partially pot-bound, be sure to pull the roots out from the circular mass that they have grown into while inside the pot. Use a sturdy knife or even the tip of a small trowel to get a grip on the roots and pull them out. You will do some ripping and tearing in the process and you may suffer some self-doubt that you are somehow doing the plant harm. Worry not. You can remove up to one-third of the roots without causing damage to the plant.

Once planted with new soil firmly packed around its roots, the plant will enjoy a good, deep drink of water. The addition of a starter fertilizer provides a needed boost of nutrition.

Mark Cullen is a Member of the Order of Canada. He reaches more than two million Canadians with his gardening/environment messages every week. Ben Cullen is a professional gardener with a keen interest in food gardening and the environment.

You can follow both Mark and Ben on Twitter (@MarkCullen4), Facebook (facebook.com/MarkCullenGardening) and Instagram (instagram.com/markcullengardening). Receive their free monthly newsletter at markcullen.com.

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After planting After you have planted your new winter hardy plants in the garden, it’s important not to let them dry out and not to kill them with more water than they can use. As a rule, we suggest you put your finger in the soil about four to five cm deep (two to three in.) and if the soil is dry, it’s time to water. They love nothing more than the oxygencharged, warm water from a rain barrel.

As winter approaches, autumn planted plants will thrive next spring.

You might have taken advantage of fall discounts at nursery retailers this time of year and you will be planting in some of the most pleasant temperatures for outdoor activity in the whole year.

We hope you enjoy your autumn planting experience as much as we do.

No plant will perform well in your garden

,

without strong

healthy roots.

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RENOVATE SAFELY

DURING COVID-19

with a RenoMark Renovator

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by DAVE WILKES • photos EURODALE DESIGN + BUILD

ew renovation projects were allowed to start this past May when the provincial government expanded the list of allowable construction activities under its COVID-19 emergency orders. Previously, only renovation projects that had already been underway were permitted.

To help guide renovators and protect homeowners, our partners at the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) developed a Health and Safety Guide that outlines best practices for renovators under COVID-19.

The health and safety of homeowners and workers is the industry’s number one priority.

RenoMark renovators are industry professionals who only work with contracts, carry all the necessary insurance and permits, provide a warranty on their work and abide by the RenoMark Code of Conduct.

When it comes to COVID-19, RenoMark members have all the necessary protective equipment and processes in place to complete the job safely and to the standards that homeowners expect.

During COVID-19, sanitation and cleanliness on the job site are paramount. For projects lasting longer than two days, portable toilets and designated wash stations will be made available or a washroom designated by the client will be used as an alternative.

Daily cleaning requirements are to be documented in a cleaning log.

Communal areas are to be cleaned regularly and logged daily. On weekends, the homeowner will be responsible for cleaning communal spaces. Workers will wash their hands frequently, sanitize and use proper

health and safety

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of homeowners and workers is the industry’s number one priority. hygiene protocol as outlined by the chief medical officer of health.

RenoMark renovators understand that communication with customers is now more important than ever.

Renovators will ask that clients communicate directly with the site supervisor while practicing physical distancing. All site access will be scheduled by appointment only, and clients will be asked to sign in when entering the work zone.

To ensure that no worker shows up unexpectedly, RenoMark renovators will provide schedules of when trades will be in the home. OHBA guidelines

Dave Wilkes is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the voice of the home building, land development and professional renovation industry in the GTA. For the latest industry news and new home data, follow BILD on Twitter, @bildgta, or visit bildgta.ca.

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Ministry of Labour’s Guidelines for Construction Site Health and Safety during COVID-19 require that renovators stagger on-site trades’ schedules to limit the number of people in the home. They also require the renovator to screen the health of tradespeople accessing a site every day.

These are some of the protocols that RenoMark renovators are putting in place to protect the health and safety of homeowners and their families. In return, renovators will ask clients to avoid entering the work site when work is being performed and to notify the site supervisor of any illness, wear a face covering when entering work areas and practice physical distancing.

Our industry is ensuring that work is carried out in compliance with the Ministry of Labour’s Guidelines for Construction Site Health and Safety during COVID-19. Our entire industry also supports closing any site that doesn’t meet requirements and welcomes increased inspection levels by the Ministry of Labour.

To find a RenoMark professional renovator for your next project, visit renomark.ca.

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A. Mazzucco Construction Member Since: 1974 Toronto 416.207.0388 amazzucco.on.ca

A.D.C. Aluminum Contracting Ltd.

Member Since: 1993 Concord 416.669.1172 adcaluminium.com

Aeroseal GTA

Member Since: 2016 Ajax 647.367.6111 aerosealgta.com

Affordable Woodworking Inc. Member Since: 2009 Toronto 416.831.6741 affordablewoodworking.com

AGM Basements

Member Since: 2020 Vaughan 416.477.5429 agmrenovations.com

AKG Precision Foundation Group Inc. Member Since: 2020 Toronto 416.712.7865 basementlowering.com

Alair Homes Aurora/ Newmarket Member Since: 2015 Aurora 416.526.7710 alairhomes.ca/aurora

Alair Homes Scarborough Member Since: 2014 Scarborough 416.417.1961 alairhomes.ca

Alair Homes South Etobicoke Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.626.7746 alairhomes.ca/south-etobicoke

Alexander and Tencate Design Build Inc. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.561.7384 alexandertencate.com

All Angles Renovations Ltd. Member Since: 2009 Scarborough 416.261.9732 allanglesrenovations.ca

Allyn Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Milton 416.347.7548 allynconstruction.com

ALMA Windows and Doors Member Since: 2017 Woodbridge 416.661.9915 almawindows.com

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Amazon Home Improvements

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Ambia Windows and Doors Inc.

Member Since: 2009 Toronto 416.831.3719 ambiawindowsdoors.com

Anvale Homes Inc. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 905.669.0471 anvalehomes.com

Apex Transformations/ 2533274 Ontario Inc. Member Since: 2016 Oakville 905.266.2692 apextransformations.ca

Applewood Air Conditioning Ltd.

Member Since: 1971 Mississauga 905.275.4500 applewoodair.com

Arclight Construction Inc. Member Since: 2016 Mississauga 289.804.1777 arclightconstruction.com

ArmentaLevy Interiors Ltd. Member Since: 2013 Stouffville 416.561.6204 armentalevy.com

Aseity Construction Inc. Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 416.884.6637 aseityconstruction.com

Attard Construction Corporation Member Since: 2006 Mississauga 905.824.6300 attard.net

Avonlea Kitchen and Bathroom Concepts

Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.422.5276 avonlearenovations.com

Avvio Homes Ltd.

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Barroso Homes

BVM Contracting

Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.385.8883 amedeobarbini.com Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.231.5508 barrosohomes.com

Baymanor Homes

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.781.2866 baymanorhomes.com

Barry’s Construction & Renovation Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Oshawa 1.800.438.5192 bcrltd.ca

Bayview Projects Contracting

Member Since: 1998 North York 416.730.8506 bayviewprojects.com

Bellcon Interiors Ltd. Member Since: 2015 Sharon 416.420.6648 bellconinteriors.ca

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Caledon Build

Member Since: 2018 Caledon 905.636.1682 caledonbuild.com

Canadian Roofing Company Ltd.

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.485.0811 canadianroofingcompany.ca

Canduit Contracting Inc. (Electrical Specialists) Member Since: 2011 Mississauga 647.236.3050

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Canlik Kitchens

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Carick Home Improvements (Carick Building Products Ltd.) Member Since: 1998 Toronto 416.781.6671 carickhomes.com

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Concept2Build

Member Since: 2019 Scarborough 416.859.5813 concept2build.com

Conquest Carpet & Flooring (Division of Trust Flooring) Member Since: 1995 North York 416.745.8518 trustflooring.com

Contempo Renovation Solutions Inc. Member Since: 2016 Scarborough 647.494.9868 contempo.ca

Corrente Construction Management Inc. Member Since: 2019 Bradford 905.775.6885 correntecm.com

Craftsman Renovations Ltd. Member Since: 2017 Toronto 647.501.6927 craftsmanreno.com

Craiglee Home Improvements Ltd. CCS Construction Group Inc. Member Since: 1997 Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.241.9770 ccsconstruction.ca

Scarborough 416.540.0503 craigleehomes.net

CGGC Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2018 Toronto 416.875,5551 cibuild.com

Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.625.2851 cggcconstruction.com

Chait Homes

Member Since: 2018 Vaughan 647.929.5082 chaithomes.com

Creative Integrity

Crina General Construction Ltd.

Member Since: 2002 Concord 905.738.7930

Member Since: 2020 Oakville 1.877.727.6679 CrosslinkHomes.ca

Dalerose Homes

Member Since: 1986 Erin 519.833.7499 dalerosehomes.ca

Dalmar Columns Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.747.6945 dalmar.ca

DAVESDUCTS

Member Since: 2013 Whitby 416.668.4607 davesducts.com

Day Custom Homes Member Since: 2015 Mississauga 647.891.3772 daycustomhomes.ca

DCAM Homes Inc.

Member Since: 2007 Oakville 905.847.3636 dcamhomes.com

Decksterity Carpentry Cont. Ltd.

Member Since: 2012 Richmond Hill 905.737.9905 decksteritycarpentry.com

Deluxe Building Inc. Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 416.888.8863 deluxebuilding.ca

Domilya Group Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2020 Burlington 905.366.4592 domilyagroup.ca

Dominion Roofing

Member Since: 1957 Toronto 416.789.0601 dominionroofing.com

DSBG

Member Since: 2007 Vaughan 416-367-3724 dsbg.ca

Dundene Homes Inc. Member Since: 1999 Toronto 416.863.6116 dundenehomes.caww

Dupont Custom Homes

O/A 1740338 Ontario Ltd. Member Since: 2013 Markham 416.209.0029 dupontcustomhomes.com

Duracon Construction Services & Dura Painting Member Since: 2009 Stouffville 416.688.9191 duraconconstruction.com

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Ege Carpet & Flooring Member Since: 2019 Mississauga 647.268.1126 egecarpet.ca

Elviano International Corp.

Member Since: 2018 Toronto 416.901.5001 elviano.com

Emerald Builders

Member Since: 2018 Brampton 905.699.7995 emeraldbuilders.ca

Eurodale Design + Build Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.782.5690 eurodale.ca

Excelsior Construction Member Since: 2019 Toronto

416.662.7368

excelsiorconstruction.ca

Exotherm Spray Foam Systems Inc. Member Since:: 2018 Woodbridge 647.554.3626 exothermfoam.com

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Fairmont Properties Ltd. Member Since: 1994 Aurora 905.841.6161 fairmontproperties.ca

Fairside Homes and Renovations Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.721.2224 fairsidehomes.com

FCI Mississauga

Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 905.828.9982 fcimississauga.ca

GD Contracting Services Inc. Hogar At Home Member Since: 2016 Mississauga 905.564.7772 gdcontracting.ca

GEM Aluminium Home Editions Ltd. Manufacturing Company Ltd. Member Since: 2000 Member Since: 2018 Etobicoke 416.533.4331 gemwindows.com

Toronto 416.410.7844 homeeditions.com

George Kent Home Improvements Ltd.

Member Since: 2015 Mississauga 844.819.7366 homerenodirect.com

Member Since: 2014 Mississauga 905.670.2707 georgekent.ca

Georgian Custom Renovations Inc.

Member Since: 2013 Mississauga 905.405.7275 georgianreno.com

Godel Construction

Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.484.6096 godelconstruction.com

Golden Bee Homes Inc. Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.768.4771 goldenbeehomes.com

Goldribbon Homes Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.623.1321 goldribbonhomes.ca

Gorman-Mazzon Ltd. Member Since: 1986 Richmond Hill 416.818.5049

Grand Design Build Inc. Member Since: 2018 Markham 416.818.3780 granddesignbuild.com

Great Northern Insulation

Feeley Group Developments Ltd.

Member Since: 2017 Woodstock 1.800.265.1914 gni.ca

Fifthshire Homes Ltd.

Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.532.6811 greeninghomes.com

Member Since:1979 Toronto 416.284.9304 feeleygroup.com

Member Since: 1985 Concord 905.660.7415 fifthshire.com

Fourth Pig Green & Natural Construction Worker Co-op Member Since: 2015 Baysville 1.888.391.4474 fourthpig.org

Fuzion Designs

Member Since: 2019 Mississauga 416.571.0011 fuziondesigns.ca

Greening Homes Ltd.

GTA Restoration

Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.358.6666 gtarestoration.com

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Haddington Developments Inc. Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.410.1799 haddington.com

Harmony Basements Corp.

Galle Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2017 Vaughan 905.669.9039 harmonybasements.ca

GC Reno

Member Since: 2007 Stouffville 416.738.1895 heresrenovations.com

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Member Since: 2013 Etobicoke 416.792.7591 galleconstructioninc.com Member Since: 2019 Cote Saint Luc 514.217.5554 gcreno.ca

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 647.771.0092 hogarathome.com

Heres Renovations Inc.

High Peaks Contracting Member Since: 2019 Georgetown 647.780.2799

Home Reno Direct

Homes by Bellia Inc. Member Since: 2018 Woodbridge 647.286.4471 homesbybellia.ca

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Inspire Homes Inc. Member Since: 2008 Caledon East 416.765.2020 inspirehomes.ca

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Jackson & Associates Inc. Design - Build - Renovate Member Since: 1998 Toronto 416.693.7870 jacksoninc.ca

JAGG Enterprizes Inc. Member Since: 2007 Caledon 905.838.5244 jaggenterprizes.ca

Jeemca Developments Ltd. Member Since: 2020 Toronto 416.402.4188 jeemca.com

Josh Developments (1996) Ltd.

Kingsway Carpets & Blinds Inc.

Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.253.0880 kingswaycarpetsandblinds.com

Kingsway Home Improvements Inc.

Member Since: 2010 Etobicoke 647.505.6869 kingswayhomeimprovements.com

Komon Homes Inc. Member Since: 2013 Oakville 647.402.5740 komonhomes.com

KS Floors & Installations Member Since: 2020 Woodbridge 416.566.7523 KS-Floors.ca

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Lakeland Builders Inc. Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.554.9406 lakelandbuilders.com

Leed Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2018 Toronto 833.866.5333 leedconstructionltd.ca

Leonardi General Contractors Inc.

Member Since: 2010 Mississauga 905.277.9085 leonardiconstruction.com

Leprevo Design-Build Member Since: 2012 Etobicoke 647.893.3283 leprevo.ca

Let It Rain Ltd.

Member Since: 1988 Scarborough 416.318.4899

Member Since: 2003 Mississauga 905.795.0212 letitrain.ca

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Lewitt Construction Inc.

Kayland Construction Concepts Inc. Member Since: 2015 Newmarket 905.836.0090 kaylandconcepts.com

Keystone Interiors Inc. Member Since: 2010 Woodbridge 905.850.0474 keystoneinteriors.ca

Keystone Ridge Developments Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.901.9426 keystoneridge.ca

Khachi Design Group Ltd. Member Since: 2012 Oakville 905.469.8118 khachi.com

Khanani Developments Member Since: 2018 Woodbridge 416.875.4007 kdevelopments.ca

Kingsgate Luxury Homes Inc.

Member Since: 2020 North York 416.617.3232 kingsgateluxuryhomes.com

Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.383.1221 lewittconstruction.com

Lifestyles By Barons Inc. Member Since: 2010 Halton Hills 905.872.4777 lbbdesigns.ca

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MacPherson Builders Ltd. Member Since: 1995 Richmond Hill 905.882.8000 macphersonbuilders.com

Make It Right Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2016 Etobicoke 647.253.0305 makeitrightconstruction.ca

Maki Construction Inc. Member Since: 2016 Mississauga 905.607.6254 makiconstruction.ca

Marmo Contracting Inc. Member Since: 2016 Markham 416.684.3117 marmocontracting.com

Martino Contractors Ltd. Member Since: 1987 Concord 905.760.9894 martinohvac.com

NICO Renovations

By Design Inc.

Member Since: 2018 Caledon 416.886.9904 nicorenosbydesign.com

Master Edge Homes

Norseman Construction & Development Ltd./Norseman Group

Member Since: 2009 Markham 905.201.1054 masteredgehomes.com

Member Since: 2008 Toronto 647.435.5433 norsemanconstruction.ca

Matthew Vincent Building Group

Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 289.999.0155 matthewvincent.ca

Northern Edge Construction Services Ltd. Member Since: 1997 Scarborough 416.269.1900 noredge.com

Maxamin Homes

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.398.6664 maxaminhomes.com

Novacon Construction Inc.

Mayfair Custom Homes Member Since: 2018 Toronto 416.949.5050 mayfairhomes.ca

Member Since: 2015 Scarborough 416.750.7555 novacon.ca

Nusite Contractors Ltd. Member Since: 2009 North York 416.622.7000 nusitegroup.com

Mazenga Building Group Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.483.4105 mazenga.com

NZH Contracting

Member Since: 2017 Burlington 416.706.3737 netzerohomes.ca

Men At Work Design Build Ltd. Member Since: 1994 Toronto 416.763.0763 menatwork.ca

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OMEGA Building Group

Member Since: 2020 Caledon 905.838.2008 omegabuildinggroup.com

Method Homes

Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.548.5988 methodhomes.ca

Ontario Screen Systems Inc./ Phantom Screens Member Since: 1995 Mississauga 905.624.0824 phantomscreens.ca

Metro Air Ltd.

Member Since: 1959 Brampton 905.792.5076 metroair.ca

Oriel Renovations

Metroview Developments Member Since: 2020 Vaughan 905.747.5161 metroview.com

Member Since: 2018 Toronto 647.668.0175 orielrenovations.com

Orella Group Inc.

Member Since: 2020 Oakville 905.499.3868 orellagroup.com

MGB Construction Member Since: 2018 Scarborough 416.473.3409 mgbconstruction.ca

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Mills Design Build

P.J. Renovations Inc.

Member Since: 2004 Oakville 905.847.7104 millsdb.ca

Member Since: 1996 Etobicoke 416.621.1041

Pelicon Inc. Modular Home Additions Inc. Member Since: 2019 Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.759.4663 modular.ca

Toronto 416.346.3445 pelicon.ca

Monarch Kitchen Bath & Home

Member Since: 2014 North York 416.633.7180 basementscanada.com

Penguin Basements Ltd.

Member Since: 2013 Pickering 905.686.2001 mkbi.com

Perma-Wood Solariums and Additions

(1025722 Ontario Inc.) Member Since: 1994 Markham 416.491.2275 Member Since: 1996 Woodbridge permawood.com 905.851.9159

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N. De Luca Plumbing (1995) Inc.

New Steel Roofers Inc. Member Since: 2010 Hamilton 905.543.1623 newsteelroofers.com

Pine Glen General Contractors Inc.

Member Since: 2010 Oakville 905.827.1117 pineglen.ca

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{renovator resource directory} Plan A Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.873.6810 builtbyplana.ca

Platform Building Group Member Since: 2017 Toronto 416.423.8445 platformbuildinggroup.ca

Pratt Construction Inc. Member Since: 2020 Innisfil 705.431.8859 bradleyhomes.ca

Premier Quality Renovations Inc.

Member SInce: 2015 Toronto 905.286.0303 premier-renovations.com

Pro Accessibility Ltd.

Member Since: 2019 Woodbridge 647.558.4544 proaccessibility.ca

Pro Air Duct Cleaning Member Since: 1998 Toronto 905.814.1755 proairduct.ca

PROBUILT

Member Since: 1997 Bolton 905.533.4663 probuilt.ca

Progressive Reno & Contracting Member Since: 2014 Etobicoke 416.831.6717

Prompt Builders Inc. Member Since: 2019 Etobicoke 416.247.3002 promptbuilders.ca

ProsAtWork.ca

Member Since: 2019 Brampton 416.500.4056 prosatwork.ca

Pure Building Group

Member Since: 2017 Concord 416.895.1500 purebuildinggroup.com

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Quality Sterling Group Member Since: 1965 Vaughan 905.585.4800 qsg.ca

Queensgate Homes Inc. Member Since: 1992 Woodbridge 905.264.0600 queensgatehomes.com

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R-Mac Solutions

Richmond Hill 905.773.0507 ramcon.ca

Raywal Ltd.

Member Since: 1957 Thornhill 905.889.6243 raywal.com

Re/Con Niagara

Member Since: 2018 St. Catharines 905.984.9878

Rebecca Hay Designs

Member Since: 2020 Toronto 416.479.1515 RebeccaHayDesigns.com

Red Robin Masonry Inc. Member Since: 2017 Etobicoke 416.206.8859 redrobinmasonry.com

Remodel Canada – Carpet One Floor & Home Member Since: 2019 Richmond Hill 905.886.9283 remodelcanada.com

Renditions Design Build Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Erin 416.606.9954 renditionsdb.com

Renocorp Inc.

Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 416.877.2408 jconstruction.ca

RENOWOW! c/o Sam Beninato

Member Since: 2016 Pickering 416.937.0969 renowow.ca

Member Since: 1991 Aurora 905.841.6440 sandgateconstruction.com

ScottRyan Design Build Member Since: 2015 Oakville 905.510.5314 scottryan.ca

Scottsdale Contracting Inc. Member Since: 2002 Toronto 416.520.8858 scottsdalecontracting.ca

SevernWoods Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2008 Toronto 416.483.2941 severnwoods.com

Shane Renovations Inc. Member Since: 2019 Ancaster 905.304.4009 shanerenovations.com

Sierra Communities

Member Since: 2020 Toronto 416.642.0032 sierra.ca

Smart Maintenance Services Inc. Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.429.3191 smartmaintenance.ca

Member Since: 2012 Vaughan 416.888.7366 sosna.ca

Ripple Projects

Member Since: 2017 Toronto 416.969.9999 rippleprojects.com

Roswell Construction Inc. Member Since: 2017 Toronto 416.621.3286 roswellconstructioninc.com

Roussel Eavestrough Distributors Ltd.

Member Since: 2011 Scarborough 416.438.4344 rousseleavestrough.com

Royal Triangle

RS Homes

Member Since: 2000 Brampton 905.793.4663 ragnoelectric.com

Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.480.0282 rshomes.ca

Rajacan Developments Inc.

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Member Since: 2014 Richmond Hill 905.897.1000 suncorecons.com

Ridgestone Homes Ltd.

Ragno Electric Ltd.

Member Since: 2012

Sandgate Construction Inc.

Toronto 833-3SolarX Solar-X.ca

Member Since: 2017 Toronto 416.730.9145 royaltriangle.ca

Ram Contracting Ltd.

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.522.2670 stonesthrowconstruction.com

Member Since: 2019 Milton 647.828.6984 ridgedownconstruction.ca Member Since: 2010 Woodbridge 905.264.7880 ridgestonehomes.ca

SalDan Developments Ltd. Member Since: 2017 Toronto 647.282.6044 saldangroup.com

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Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2011 Mississauga 905.602.8611 salerno.ca

Solar X Ridgedown Construction Inc. Member Since: 2020

Member Since: 2017 Toronto 647.872.9993 r-macsolutions.com

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.487.5425

Salerno Custom Homes

Sosna Inc.

Suncore Homes Inc.

Sunnylea Homes Ltd.

Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.623.8159 tipeq.ca

Member Since: 2011 Aurora 905.726.7778 stellarhomesinc.ca

Sterling Renovations & Development Member Since: 2019 Toronto 416.617.8700 sterlingrenovations.ca

Stockridge Construction Ltd.

Member Since: 2005 Erin 416.806.5831 stockridgeconstruction.com

Stonebrooke Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2017 Woodbridge 905.851.2772 stonebrookehomes.ca

Stone’s Throw

TIPEQ Homes Inc.

Member Since: 2020 Toronto 416.789.5229 SunnyleaHomes.ca

Tishler Custom Homes Ltd.

& Construction Inc.

Toronto Custom Concepts Inc.

Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.785.0060 Superior Quality Renovations tishlerhomes.com Member Since: 2003 Toronto 416.441.0084 sqrc.ca

Supply A.N.D. Services Inc.

Member Since: 2013 Oakville 416.806.2232 torontocustomconcepts.com

Sure Seal Crack Injections Co. Ltd.

Member Since: 2019 Toronto 647.932.3667 torontodoorsandwindows.ca

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Member Since: 2005 Woodbridge 905.850.9367 townsquaredevelopments.ca

Member Since: 2019 Hamilton 613.668.1347 supplynserve.com

Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.878.7295 crackinjections.com

T. Sena Construction and Management Inc. Member Since: 2006 Woodbridge 905.850.1010

Tango Design Studio Member Since: 2019 Etobicoke 647.679.9300 tangokitchens.com

Templehouse Renovations Member Since: 2000 Toronto 416.932.9300 templehouse.com

The Built Group

Member Since: 2019 Scarborough 416.566.1017 South Light Design/Build Inc. thebuiltgroup.com Member Since: 2010 The City Wide Group Toronto Member Since: 2014 416.457.4640 Toronto southlight.ca 416.283.5500 Span-Co General Contracting citywidegroup.com Services Ltd. The English Carpenter Member Since: 2008 Member Since: 2014 Markham Toronto 905.475.6282 647.269.3140 spanco.ca theenglishcarpenter.com

Stellar Homes Inc.

Construction Ltd.

Member Since: 2007 Mississauga 905.602.5959 timberleaconstruction.com

The Fifth Wall

Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.509.5512 thefifthwall.ca

The Finishers Toronto Renovations Member Since: 2018 Toronto 416.910.0761 the-finishers.com

The Gatti Group Corp.

Member Since: 2009 Mississauga 647.880.9759 thegattigroupcorp.com

The Meal Group

Member Since: 2016 Oakville 416.996.0371 themealgroup.com

Timberlea

Toronto 416.553.3290 urbanstudio.design

Urbanest Construction

Member Since: 2018 Mississauga 289.855.2676 urbanestconstruction.com

Urbanline Architecture Ltd. Member Since: 2017 Toronto 416.830.2082

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Vacuflo Built-In Central Vacuum Systems Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.445.6886 cyclonicvacs.com

Vale’s Kitchen Inc.

Toronto Doors and Windows

Member Since: 2019 Concord 647.298.8762 valeskitchen.ca

Town Square Developments Inc.

Member Since: 2019 Ayr 519.621.8443 vertechselevators.com

Trevisana Kitchens + Interiors

Member Since: 2015 North York 647.748.8874 trevisanakitchens.com

Trimatrix Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2016 Concord 905.856.5156 trimatrix.ca

Trubuild

Member Since: 2018 Etobicoke 416.704.6381 trubuild.com

Trudel & Sons Roofing Ltd. Member Since: 1995 Stouffville 905.642.3515 trudelroofing.com

Twelve Stone Homes

Member Since: 2014 Sharon 905.657.9184 twelvestonehomes.com

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U.K. Construction

Member Since: 1996 Scarborough 416.266.5333 ukconstruction.ca

Uni-Tech Windows Mfg. Inc.

Member Since: 2015 Woodbridge 905.856.4011 unitechwindows.com

United Plumbing Inc. Member Since: 2019 Brampton 905.791.1902 unitedplumbing.ca

Upside Inc.

Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.463.7433 upsidedevelopment.ca

Urban Studio Inc.

Member Since: 2018

Vertechs World Class Elevators Inc.

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W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2008 Toronto 416.690.1919 wcmeekdesignandconstruction.com

Walden Design Build Inc. Member Since: 1999 Toronto 416.487.2300 waldendesignbuild.com/ renomark

Wallzcorp Inc.

Member Since: 2018 Toronto 416.640.2411 wallzcorp.com

Watertite Waterproofers Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Terra Cotta 416.410.5326 watertite.ca

WellCore Corporation Member Since: 2014 Thornhill 416.882.4606 wellcorecorporation.ca

Weston Flooring

Member Since: 2004 Woodbridge 416.746.8492 westonfloorcoverings.com

Whitaker Construction Inc.

Member Since: 2017 Toronto 647.794.7379 whitakerc.com

Wilmar Group Inc. Member Since: 2019 Etobicoke 416.939.9276 wilmargroup.ca

Woodcastle Homes Ltd.

Member Since: 2002 Mississauga 905.891.0200 woodcastle.ca

Woodsmith Construction Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.937.5874 woodsmith.ca

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Design classics This stylish Logan wood vanity comes with soft closing drawers to maximize storage space, detailed molding and crystal knobs to add a bit of luxury to its sleek design.

The solid stone countertop features beveled edging and a scalloped backsplash with a large undermount porcelain sink.

Design Classics specializes in bathroom vanities, faucets, mirrors and accessories.

DESIGN CLASSICS | designclassics.ca

The versatility of quartz Caesarstone showcases the versatility of quartz in bathrooms with wall cladding, shower walls, shelving and more. Part of the Metropolitan Collection, 4044 Airy Concrete responds to the trend for a versatile light grey colour, providing the true feel of concrete but refined for the home and easy to maintain.

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sculpteD simplicity Veil’s flowing and immaculately balanced curves evoke a sculpted simplicity in tune with contemporary style. This freestanding bathtub offers a luxuriously deep bathing experience with supportive contours that cradle your body.

Kohler Lithocast cast resin material allows for dynamic style and is lightweight and easy to clean, with a high-gloss finish.

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Sleek & innovative This sleek Quantum tub filler from Tenzo features a recessed hand held shower hose and a 12-in. swivel spout, which is the longest available on the market. Made in Canada with a lifetime warranty, this collection with matching lavatory faucets can be found at tenzo.ca/en/products/quantum.

TENZO | tenzo.ca

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product showcase A unique reflection on wAter Riobel, a distinctive member of the House of Rohl, celebrates 25 years of commitment to design, ingenuity and performance with the new Reflet collection. This collection combines the elegant aesthetic of the Riobel brand and the natural force and beauty of water – nature’s most essential element. Discover Reflet, an ingenious collection that engages the senses, elicits reflection and elevates any bathroom experience.

RIOBEL | riobel.ca

lume collection Lume is a glazed porcelain stoneware collection with a glossy finish available in a variety of earth tones, namely black, white, blue, green, musk and greige. Its subtle variations in colour and texture create interplays of light which add vibrancy and visual interest to a space. Ideal for interior application on walls in both residential and commercial projects, they can be installed vertically, horizontally or in a chevron pattern to create a unique design with an organic, yet elevated, look and feel.

CIOT INC. | ciot.com

Maximum impact When it comes to countertops, everyone has different tastes and expectations for the product they choose. Whether customers want solid or veined, matte or sparkly, Vicostone offers appealing designs that are stain and scratch resistant and easy to clean. Shown here as part of the Thunder Series, Cemento’s white lightning, bold veins that pop on a dark grey background. Dramatic with modern style, for maximum impact.

VICOSTONE | vicostone.ca

Custom cabinetry JH Kitchens is a family-owned business that has been operating for almost 10 years. Its team of experts specializes in custom cabinetry and design, and works with you to meet your every need. From the initial stages of consultation, home visits, follow-ups, and installation, JH Kitchens is dedicated to working with each and every client to achieve exactly what they envision to be their dream kitchen. The company offers the highest quality, with a diverse selection of designs, at the best price. The primary goal is to ensure customers’ complete satisfaction.

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Brizo custom shower RObINSON brings your home to life with the brizo Litze Sensori Custom Shower. From the finest details to the most revolutionary technologies, every component plays a role in reinventing the luxury shower. Featuring H2Okinetic Technology, the water’s shape, velocity and thermal dynamics is controlled – creating a warmer, more luxurious spray with a fraction of the water. Available at RObINSON for the ultimate pick-me-up.

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Be Bold be bold with the new Kohler Artist Editions Dutchmaster Midnight Floral sink for your bathroom. Dark hues and bold, dreamy floral patterns are sure to bring a daring yet romantic look to your space.

ATLANTIS bATH CENTRE | atlantisbathcentre.ca

Simplicity & elegAnce get connected Create your own personal showering and wellness environment with ThermaSol’s innovative line of products that unite smart home technology, engineering and ergonomic design. From must-have apps to chromatherapy and steam, you can plug into a fully personalized and elevated version of your daily showering ritual. A smart shower that’s as connected as you are.

THERMASOL | thermasol.com

Break from the mold Reinvent the bathroom and transform typical into extraordinary.

Full slab shower walls and large format flooring in Dekton challenge the conventional bathroom to provide elevated designs, which are a dream to clean. Combine with a custom-sized shower tray in any colour of Silestone and say goodbye to nasty grout, mould, and mildew.

LATITUDE | latitudecountertops.com

A modern take on the traditional framed shower door, Elera marries the classic pivoting design with the contemporary lines of a frameless door. This emerging trend will highlight any bathroom decor by showcasing its simplicity and elegance. What’s more, with a unique 90-degree In&Out pivoting system and magnetic closure, getting in and out of the shower is easy as one-two-swing! Available in chrome, brushed nickel and matte black.

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Have you noticed that arches are having a major moment in design? The first thing that pops into my mind when I think of an arch (or arc) is the rainbow, that perfect burst of colour in unison after a rainfall; it’s a natural wonder that always inspires. Architecture often mimics the natural world, and it’s no different with the arch, as it appeared in design as early as the second millennium BC. And the Romans famously used 200 arches in the construction of the Colosseum. Arches tend to lift the eye upward, symbolizing support, lightness and openness.

These days, you can find the classic design element not just in doorways but on everything from cushions to earrings.

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1. Canyon King ARCHED CANOPY BED with upholstered headboard. $3,199. crateandbarrel.ca | 2. Annie charcoal STORAGE CABINET. $2,699. crateandbarrel.ca | 3. ART WORK. $99.99. homesense.ca | 4. ARCH GREY PILLOW with down alternative insert. $74.95. cb2.ca | 5. Delicate chain goldtone LINEAR EARRINGS by AllSaints. $65. thebay.com | 6. HUGH MIRROR with marble shelf. $429. cb2.ca| 7. TABLETOP MOBILE with stand by Bloomingville. $99.50. indigo.ca | 8. JACKIE ROCKER in tan enviroleather with rose gold copper frame. $1,495. montedesign.ca | 9. Ella FLOOR LAMP. $149. structube.com 66

RENO+DECOR | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020

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