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CONTENTS FEATURES COVER STORY 34 Art Deco aficionados create the ultimate customized kitchen

DESIGNER TIPS 43 A homeowner’s worldly

esthetic invites a mix of classic and modern features into the kitchen

DESIGN EXPERTS A main-floor renovation starts in the kitchen

DECOR TIPS 53 Unused storage area

is transformed into a sophisticated sitting room

DESIGN GUIDE 56 Add some curb appeal this spring

EASY MAKEOVER 58 Paint offers an

economical and dramatic refresh to a kitchen

DEPARTMENTS FROM THE 10 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Cobi’s tales from the Emerald Isle

IN TOUCH 12 STAY Giveaway: Pier 1 gift card 14 NEWSWORTHY Industry news and events FINDS 23 HOME Show your kitchen some love with these latest updates

DESIGN DESTINATION 30 The Shops at Don Mills

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53 INSIDE DESIGN 40 The luxury features

you should be considering in an upscale kitchen reno

GREEN THUMB The steps to a great garden this summer

REND WATCH 114 TTropical birds are trending

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FROM THE RENO EXPERT The crucial spring check list for your home

DESIGN/BUILD EXPERT 78 Design experts

weigh in on the latest kitchen trends

23 It’s Showtime!

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DESIGN SENSE 86 Renovating your

bathroom? Where to save and where to splurge

SPECIAL FEATURES TA HOME & RENO SHOW 106 GRECAP/NATIONAL HOME SHOW PREVIEW R&D thanks our GTA participants and peeks in on the upcoming National Home Show preparations

HOME MAINTENANCE 68 Essential exterior

maintenance this spring

BILD 74 The importance of

keeping the renovation industry above-board

WHERE TO FIND IT 88

PRODUCT SHOWCASES

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RENOMARK DIRECTORY

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FROM THE EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

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CONVENIENCE After two more straight flights we arrived at our room, which was lovely; a vaulted ceiling, narrow leaded windows, a bathtub in the open and a canopy bed. It was fit for a princess; however, this princess was having trouble appreciating it as she was suffering from exhaustion (my weekly yoga class and daily dog walks did nothing to prepare me for this); a nasty case of claustrophobia and a fear of heights that’s gotten worse with age. How would I ever make it back down??! There were 64 (high!) steps in all. Laying in bed that night, I worried about what would happen if there was a fire in the kitchen or if my snoring husband had a heart attack—we’d never get down those stairs! I hated myself for being such a ninny and so out of shape, and of such unadventurous spirit. I also kicked myself for being so dependent on convenience— a typical 21st-century wimp. As we dressed for breakfast the next day I thought long and hard about whether it was worth it to make the journey back up and down the steps to brush my teeth—talk about a princess! But come the second night when we got home from the pub and I started up the stairs, I realized I had gotten over the worst of my fears and, although my thigh muscles were not happy, I was slowly becoming a little less of a damsel in distress. Driving away from the castle at the end of our stay, I noticed a lovely hotel and remarked to hubby that if we ever came that way again, maybe we’d stay there. Because, although I’m glad to have had the experience of sleeping in a tower with my own personal dungeon, and I truly wish I was a more brave, open and adventurous soul, the truth is that I really like modern conveniences (like elevators). Did you know RENO & DECOR is offered free online? renoanddecor.com

COBI LADNER EDITORIAL DIRECTOR We look forward to hearing from you and welcome your feedback. Do you have a reno or decor question for our team of experts? Email editorial@renoanddecor.com

Feel free to write to me about your thoughts of home: cobi@cobistyle.com

PHOTOGRAPHY: VIRGINIA MACDONALD

y husband and I were recently on holiday in Ireland. We’d never been to the emerald isle and decided it was time to check it off the bucket list. We stayed in many places, one of which was a restored 15th-century feudal castle. The owners live on the first and second floor and rent out the top two floors to travellers like ourselves as a B&B. We booked in for two nights and when I say castle, it is really a tower, in this case a square one. It would have acted as a stronghold for the landowners of this area. These towers are dotted all over Ireland but few are restored and inhabited. The owner welcomed us into the main floor, which consisted of a large square kitchen. The English-style stove was on and the room was cosy and warm with only a couple of small arrow-slit windows for light. We’d read that visitors were recommended to repack a small overnight bag as it was impossible to carry large suitcases up to the guest suite. I thought that was a fun detail but didn’t think much more of it...until I saw the stairs. When our host led us up to tour her second floor room and I looked up the corridor of steep stone steps, the stark reality started to set in. Each step was between 8 and 12 inches high and the staircase got narrower as it went up. Each landing had a nice square room behind a thick wooden door. We saw her private bed and bath area and then advanced to the next floor, which housed a ‘living space’ for guests. My husband started to question how they managed to get the sofas and tables up to the room as I huffed and puffed my way behind, not daring to look back down. She explained that everything had to be carried up in pieces and built or assembled in the room. It was now time to go to the fourth and final floor—our bedroom suite. The staircase narrowed again. Bob carried our overnight bag but I still had my purse and a tote bag (I’ve never been known for packing light). There were no railings to hold onto but the staircase was so narrow I could hear the plaster walls brush my coat on either side. The stairs then turned into a spiral with only a thick rope running up the middle to hold onto. Were they serious?! Whose crazy idea was this??!

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LETTER FROM READER

APRIL/MAY 2016 PUBLISHER Michael Rosset

Dear Cobi Ladner,

EDITORIAL

It has been a very long time since I have had to go to the dictionary to check the meaning and verify the existence of a published word. But your delightful— and sensible—editorial in the February/March issue of RENO & DECOR sent me scampering to google the meaning of “sufficiently suffonsified” and I found not only that the word existed but that it is a Canadian colloquialism. Thank you! Linda S., Toronto

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Cobi Ladner EDITOR Silvana Longo ART DIRECTOR JoAnn McHardy SENIOR EDITOR Katherine Moore ASSOCIATE EDITOR Rise Levy RENOVATION EDITOR Jim Caruk ARCHITECTURE Samantha Sannella SHOPPING EXPERT Vicky Sanderson GARDEN EDITOR Mark Cullen

CONTRIBUTORS

Dear Linda, We’re Canadian through and through at R&D, thank you! Cobi

Jamie Alexander, Larry Arnal, Stephani Buchman, Brendan Charters, Melissa Davis, Kelly Horkoff, Gillian Jackson, Bruce Kirkland, William MacDonald, Dvira Ovadia, Glen Peloso, Rachel Sa, Sarah St. Amand, Kimberley Seldon, Bryan Tuckey

PRODUCTION VP PRODUCTION Lisa Kelly TECHNICAL PRODUCTION MANAGER David Kucharski PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE Yvonne Poon PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Mary Armitage

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LETTER FROM READER

APRIL/MAY 2016 PUBLISHER Michael Rosset

Dear Cobi Ladner,

EDITORIAL

CONTRIBUTORS

Dear Linda, We’re Canadian through and through at R&D thank you! Cobi

PRODUCTION VP PRODUCTION Lisa Kelly TECHNICAL PRODUCTION MANAGER David Kucharski PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE Yvonne Poon PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Mary Armitage

GIVEAWAY

WIN

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The winner of the Oct/Nov giveaway, the aerator and stemware from Trudeau, is Sandra P. from Richmond Hill. Congratulations Sandra!

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Samantha Sannella of Urban Retreat Homes joined forces with Dezign Market to provide consumers at IDS with an insightful seminar, demonstrating how the latest trends and techniques of re-modelling can increase the value of your real estate. The event was co-sponsored by RENO & DECOR magazine. The luxurious booth, designed by Sannella, was party central for the design industry’s best at the opening party.

Simons Opens First Ontario Location Simons, the 175-year-old, familyowned fashion retailer from Quebec City opened its first Ontario store on March 17 at Square One. The twostorey, 110,000-square-foot facility is store 12 for Simons, and its third outside of the province of Quebec. “Square One is an ideal centre for our entry in Ontario and the GTA,” said CEO Peter Simons. The retailer offers a diverse, fashion-forward collection of its own exclusive and innovative private label brands, complemented by a selection of national brands, discovery brands from around the world, and an edited collection of international designers. The design of the new Square One location is inspired by the award-winning Simons store at West Edmonton Mall, which opened in 2012. It shares a similar design philosophy but incorporates new artistic and creative elements to give it a unique personality. simons.ca

20 CELEBRITY DESIGN EXPERTS…One In April, HGTV Canada launches Home to Win—its biggest, most interactive, multiplatform series yet. For the first time in the network’s history, 20 HGTV Canada stars, including Mike Holmes, Bryan Baeumler, Scott McGillivray and Sarah Richardson, will come together under one roof to buy an

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IDS 2016 opening party at the GODI booth L – R: Sara Rooney, Cambria; Margaret Macdonald, Design Connection Network; Yvonne Whelan, Yvonne Whelan Designs.

FIRST OUTDOOR LIVING CONFERENCE Landscape professionals and interior design experts attended the first annual Outdoor Living Conference at the International Centre on February 3 and 4. “This conference addresses a huge, untapped market that is quickly becoming another important segment for designers and landscapers to focus on,” said Deborah Lalande, president of Bleu Venue Events and owner of the Outdoor Living Conference. In association with SOFA (Source of Furniture + Accessories) and for the first time in North America, the conference provided a variety of informative seminars including CEUaccredited sessions on: outdoor kitchens, highperformance outdoor fabrics, landscaping lighting, working with landscape professionals, and other related topics. Speakers at the two-day conference included HGTV host of Decked Out, Paul Lafrance, and Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association’s Denis Flanagan. This trade-only event established itself as a “must-attend” event for interior designers, interior decorators, landscape professionals, and outdoor product vendors. outdoorlivingconference.com

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With natural wood-toned cabinetry in Italian-textured laminate and a blue subway tile backsplash, this kitchen balances warm and cool tones for a calming feel. High-gloss white upper cabinets and chrome appliances give this condo kitchen a modern look. Cabinets in Nolita Colta and Milano White High Gloss. For pricing contact ayakitchens.com

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KATE SPADE NEW YORK Castle Peak Mug, $16.00; thebay.com

This bold fixture is a striking accessory for any room. The wire details and cage frame adds industrial heritage and edge. Industrial Pendant Light Fixture, $36.97; walmart.ca

Like Dining in Space Shades of earthy black stoneware contrast a copper-like reactive glaze for an out-of-this-world stippled effect. Organic edges complete the meteoric vibe. Moonrock Dinnerware (black) $11.95$14.95; cb2.com

SMEG Kettle, $179.99; thebay.com

Trinsic Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet, matte black, starts at $594.20; delta.com

Handmade leather composite in rich black with hide-like markings saddles a contoured seat edged in hand-sewn whipstitch and black-painted rivets. Rides modern on hand-welded brass powder-coated frame that flows continuous from base to seat. Rock-and-roll meets rustic. Roadhouse Dining Chair, $399; cb2.com

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INGATORP extendable table, black, $369; ikea.ca

This industry-first, five-door refrigerator in black stainless steel features temperaturecontrolled drawers and dedicated herb storage space. In addition, The Preserva Food Care System helps extend freshness, minimizes odours and delays over-ripening of fruits and vegetables. Also, includes design features like soft-close drawers, metal trim on shelves, undershelf LED lighting and a platinum-coloured interior. KitchenAid 36-inch Multi-Door Freestanding Refrigerator, $5,299.99; available at major appliance retailers and at kitchenaid.ca

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What’s a bistro without the perfect cappuccino? Inspired by classic European bistroware, savour a freshly frothed cappuccino in a beautiful cup and saucer. The set is crafted in matte-white ceramic with contrasting black details, including a pour guide, for a fresh look that’s timelessly chic. Cappuccino Cup, $8; indigo.ca

CRÈME DE LA CREME Chef Michel Roux Jr., BBC’s Master Chef and owner of the two-Michelin star restaurant Le Gavroche in London, shares 200 classic French recipes, along with chef’s notes and masterfully photographed images that help bring the dishes to life. Chapters focus on soups, terrines and pâtés, eggs and cheese, fish and shellfish, duck and game birds, meats, vegetables and salads, desserts, bread and croissants, stocks and sauces, with recipes running the gamut from rustic to haute. The French Kitchen Cookbook, $48; williams-sonoma.com

In-house Crêperie Prepare light, tender crêpes like a pro. De Buyer’s crêpe pan, made of blue carbon steel, is the one preferred by master chefs for its ease in cooking and plating delicate crêpes. It includes a wooden turner tool to help lift and turn crêpes. de Buyer Crêpe Pan Kit, $39.95; williams-sonoma.com

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ALL THE RIGHT ANGLES Atlas designers threw in a touch of the unexpected in this knob and pull collection adding a slight downward curve that is both visually appealing and inherently practical making it easy to grasp and open doors and drawers. Angled U-Turn Collection of knobs and pulls, prices range from $9.73-$29.26; Atlas Homeware gingers.com

Whether you’re whipping up Sunday dinner or cleaning up the dishes, an apron is a necessity during messy activities. This bistro-inspired print not only minimizes the look of stains but it’s 100 per cent cotton making it super easy to clean. Bistro Apron, $9.97; walmart.ca

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The warmth of copper brings a welcome feel to dining. The minimal style of this flatware collection will accent any place setting. Copper Handled Flatware, $54-$185; potterybarn.com

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Market stand berry box is reimagined in yellow, blue and red porcelain as a charming, functional kitchen accent. Berry Box Colander, $7.95; crateandbarrel.ca

Cloud Cover Time to whimsy up your glass game. Cool blue cumuli wisp up and around, casting a sky-like effect from roomy top to tapered base. No two wisps look quite the same, just like the real thing. Wisp Barware, $5.95 and 7.95; cb2.com

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This new cake stand comes in a luscious array of bright hues that make a sweet display of all or any baked treats. The medium-sized stand is perfect for serving cakes, pies or an assortment of hors d’oeuvres. Or, mix and match it with other stands for a simply fabulous spring buffet. Dishwasher and microwave safe. Medium Cake Stand, mint green, $25; indigo.ca

TEA FOR TWO Made from sturdy ceramic with a removable stainless steel insert, this pot steeps a perfect cup of tea from either loose-leaf or bagged tea. A large handle and graceful spout ensure an easy pour. 24-oz./710-ml capacity. Dishwasher safe. Small Teapot (turquoise), $25; indigo.ca

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This generously sized earthenware bowl is a prep-and-pour asset that holds its own on the table thanks to the artisanal appeal of its two-toned, dipped glazing. Yellow Dip Bowl, $44.95; crateandbarrel.ca

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Traditional Chinese ceramic teapot looks trendy in blue and white stripe. Bamboo handle adds texture and style. Blue Stripe Teapot, 9-inch, $20; cobistyle.com

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n 1955, the quiet corner of Don Mills Road and Lawrence Avenue East became home to what was then a brand-spanking-new retail concept—the open-air mall. Suburban families flocked to the convenient little cluster of stores, which included a Dominion grocery story, a Koffler’s Drug Store (the forerunner of Shoppers Drug Mart), a Brewer’s Retail

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and a dozen or so other retailers. Consumers responded enthusiastically—a decade later the number of shops had swelled to 65 and included the first suburban Eaton’s. In the ’70s, strip malls began to disappear—for lots of reasons. By the ’80s, they were considered retail dinosaurs. But the upscale Shops at Don Mills, which opened in April of 2009, has seen the concept re-invented in a thoughtfully designed outdoor mall that includes high-end chain and independent retailers, as well as spa, financial, dentistry and optometry services. Shoppers walk from store to store outdoors. Arguably, that’s more pleasant in the temperate months than in the dead of winter but, at any time of year, it’s a refreshing change from the sometimes claustrophobic feel of power centres. While the mix of retailers may be weighted toward fashion, home decor retailers are beginning to emerge. Notably, there are two Canadian chains with roots in Quebec that present different—but distinctly beautiful—takes on design. The newest location of Artemano opened last fall. Founded in Quebec and now making its way across Canada, it specializes in contemporary exotic-wood furniture and decor. Not only is the store a great spot to find unusual and one-of-a-kind pieces, it’s an oasis of calm serenity, with soft lighting and flickering tea lights casting shadows on lovely room vignettes. Go often—stock changes frequently, and there’s always something new to see. Keep your eye out for

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sales; when they have them, they’re terrific. Structube, which opened its doors in Montreal in 1974, focuses on well-made but wonderfully affordable contemporary and transitional design. The Don Mills location launched in 2014 and carries everything from bed linens, furniture and art to tableware and accessories. As with Artemano, pieces are hand-picked from around the globe. Both offer online sales. If all that fresh air stimulates your appetite, drop by Linda Modern Thai, which prides itself on rebooted takes on classic Thai cuisine. Chef is not afraid to mix culinary influences in such menu items as Eggs Benedict with Panang curry and smoked duck breast. There’s also a location of the popular Joey’s chain, serving a signature menu inspired by international cuisines. Shops at Don Mills offers visitors more than just a chance to spend money. An outdoor rink and skate rental operate when weather permits and, in warmer months, entertainment and fitness events are held on its well-groomed green and public spaces. Child-free cinephiles can take advantage of the adult-only VIP program at the Cineplex, which offers valet parking and plush seating. You can also enjoy appetizers and entrees—and an alcoholic beverage—while watching a movie.

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BY RACHEL SA & BRUCE KIRKLAND • PHOTOGRAPHY BY GILLIAN JACKSON

Dramatically expanding our east-end Toronto house was about more than increasing floor space. The project also allowed us to expand our horizons for our dream kitchen. So, when we took on a whole-home renovation of our vintage detached house in the Upper Beaches, we knew the kitchen would become the focal point that could and should define the entire project. But how to begin? The first kitchen designers we sat down with were all talk and blather about trends, “in” colours, and how to quickly install a kitchen that would provide a short-term “resale value.” But we were not interested in being trendy, nor were we planning to flip the house. We wanted a timeless kitchen: one that would reflect our personalities and serve our needs for years to come—yet still honour the heritage of our 1923 house. We also wanted a kitchen that would provide a showcase for our collections of kitchen antiques while creating a warm and welcoming space to cook and to receive family and friends.

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DESIGNER SYMPATICO Then we found Chestnut Grove Cabinetry and Design. President and designer Franco Giampietro began our first meeting with the pivotal question that clinched the deal: “Can you tell me about yourselves and how you would want to use the kitchen?” he asked over espresso and pastries. We were sitting in the comfort of Chestnut Grove’s easily accessible design and millwork studio in Concord, just on the edge of Toronto. What followed was a creative journey of collaboration that resulted in our dream Art Deco kitchen. renoanddecor.com April/May 2016 :: 35

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ABOVE: The heavy duty Boos Block makes an ideal prep centre and keeps the main island free for guests to gather and mingle

Through conversation, Franco learned about both of us as individuals and as a married couple. We love to cook, we love to entertain, and we love to express ourselves through our collections of antique glass and dinnerware. Franco used this information about who we are and what we love to inspire his unique, personalized design. “The difference between Chestnut Grove and routine kitchen places is that we’re not simply a kitchen place,” Franco says. “We’re a design studio. And design is critical in a kitchen, which is one of the most important environments in your home. It is where friends and family gather and where you entertain. So it is a representation of who you are. It tells a lot about you. “I look at my designs as a way of telling a story about the individuals involved. That’s why I say our creations at Chestnut Grove go beyond the custom-made. Our creations are tailored to you. Most shops can make something that is ‘custom’ for their clients, but really the inspiration for it is often just a clone of something that they saw in a magazine. It did not arise from the lives of the people who will live in the house. Our creations do.”

LEFT: A sample of Rachel's jadeite dinnerware, dating from the 1930s through the 1950s

COLLECTION-INSPIRED Franco’s first inspiration sparked when Bruce enthused about his collection of Mauviel copper cooking pots from France. Acquired over years of travel to the Cannes Film Festival, Franco recognized that this collection would become a centrepiece for the kitchen, with the hanging pots gathered around the gas range. Further discussions led to Art Deco, with design touches that would be perfect for the copper and iron of the pots and for the age of the house. Rachel’s beloved collection of jadeite—green-glass dinnerware dating from the 1930s through the 1950s—provided another spark. The jadeite needed a home in the new kitchen, somewhere to be safely displayed while dazzling the eye and providing a splash of vivid colour to a kitchen that would otherwise be creamy whites, burnished blacks and vintage metal hues. Franco designed an open-display shelf above the apron sink. Combined with the glass-fronted, LEDilluminated upper cabinets that would house the best among our pressed glass goblets from the 1800s, Franco’s design

would literally allow our personalities to be on display. Subtle Art Deco features abound throughout, from the wood molding around our gas range and our cast-iron Kohler sink, to the triple-step crown in the pass-through from kitchen to dining room, to the inset display cabinet in one wall where Bruce keeps his collection of antique bar items. Plus, the same architectural feature is picked up in the splendid archway between the living and dining rooms.

A SYMPHONY OF COLOUR, FIXTURES AND FINISHES In the kitchen, coconut-coloured upper cabinets with vintage-style glass pulls transition to dark artfully distressed lower cabinets. The countertops are topped by soft white Caesarstone with subtle swirls of grey in the quartz. A large island with its own Kohler bar sink and a large serving area adds both to the look and utility of the kitchen. It instantly became an ideal place to receive guests, with room for a charcuterie board and appetizers while

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Finished in copper automotive paint, the range hood perfectly complements the nearby Mauviel pots hanging from custommade display bars.

people sample cocktails. Friends and family freely gather around this welcoming space, yet the design leaves plenty of preparation space in the work areas to prepare dinner or to shake another cocktail. Critically, nothing is crammed in, especially not in front of the Bosch gas range and built-in wall oven and microwave from Appliance Canada. Because the kitchen workspace is so open, there is also room for a Boos Block from Total Tabletop Plus in Mississauga. This high-quality butcher’s block becomes a convenient and attractive chopping and assembly station, while the rich wood-cutting surface, jet-black body, and copper touches make it a perfect fit with the rest of the Art Deco design. Franco and his team members were involved in every aspect. Franco even made himself available to give expert

advice on light fixtures, faucets and other touches to ensure that every piece of the kitchen puzzle fit and was true to the Art Deco design.

PIÈCE DE RÉSISTANCE The final flourish was also a Franco contribution—a tailored, one-of-a-kind, Art Deco range hood cover. The design was inspired by Bruce’s trips to Manhattan, where he admired the Art Deco art above the door of 181 Madison Avenue, the Madison Belmont Building and New York’s first Art Deco structure.

Franco and his team, Cassandra Brandow and Henry Sanchez, replicated the iron-work design for our range hood cover, deftly bending the design around the sides. Finished in copper automotive paint, the piece perfectly complements the nearby Mauviel pots hanging from custom-made display bars. “The range hood cover is a prime example of what we call a tailored piece,” says Franco. “Everything that we did with it is literally tailored to an individual’s personality—and it also becomes a piece of art. It’s a centrepiece that the customer ends up sharing with visitors. It’s more than just a focal point. Some designers might do an accent wall or display an object and call that a focal feature. But this approach is very personal. It’s meant to represent your experiences in life and the things you’re attracted to.” In the end, thanks to an extraordinarily easy, productive collaboration, our entire Art Deco kitchen is now tailored specifically to our lives, our loves and our personalities.

SOURCES KITCHEN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION: chestnutgrove.ca APPLIANCES: appliancecanada.com SINKS AND FAUCETS: lowes.ca LIGHT FIXTURES: lowes.ca BACKSPLASH AND FLOOR TILES: olympiatile.com PAINTING: Philip George Painting

Homeowners Rachel Sa and Bruce Kirkland are award-winning writers and journalists who think they must have been a little crazy to undertake a whole-home renovation in Toronto’s Upper Beaches.

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N BIG-TICKET ITEMS ◆ Large islands ◆ Granite or quartz

o singular design style or upscale feature qualifies as luxurious. But one thing is for certain, the price of a luxury kitchen is in the area of at least $100,000. And take note that appliances can be 35 per cent of the budget. If you’re considering a high-end renovation, have a look at this checklist for suggestions on where to allocate the budget.

countertops ◆ Custom cabinets that

extend to the ceiling ◆ Hardwood, stone or

premium tile flooring applications (decorative, under-counter, general) ◆ Stone, glass or premium tile backsplashes ◆ High-end appliances, such as: Miele, Thermador, Wolf, Sub-Zero, Fisher & Paykel ◆ Large counter-depth refrigerators and multiple ovens and dishwashers ◆ Eat-in seating areas at an island or an integrated breakfast section ◆ Glass-faced cabinets or custom-designed doors ◆ Multiple faucets: sink, bar, filtered water, instant hot water. A pull-down sprayer is a must-have for the serious chef ◆ Extra-large gas cooktops with grilles remain popular, accompanied by industrialstyle hoods ◆ Alternately, modern-styled kitchens may have sleek induction cooktops with minimally visible hoods

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HIGH-STYLE STORAGE When planning your kitchen, think carefully about storage capacity and placement. There are many great options to help you become more efficient in the kitchen.

CABINET OPTIONS Whether your style is traditional, transitional or modern, colour schemes will vary, but most are white or natural wood. ◆ Trends in wood

include walnut with a horizontal grain. White mixed with grey is trending

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◆ Dishwasher drawers

spice organizers ◆ Custom organizers to make the most of corner cabinets ◆ Luxury kitchens typically have extradeep stainless steel sinks with sink grids and integrated strainers. Many have two or three sinks

and microwave drawers ◆ Cooks sometimes prefer no upper cabinets, but this minimizes storage space. Open shelving is lovely, but only if you’re committed to neatly stacking dishes for display

Although luxury kitchens come at a high cost, the end result is immeasurable. SOURCES DESIGNER/BUILDER SAMANTHA SANNELLA/ DMITRY ZHERINOV: Urban Retreat Homes, samanthasannella.com CABINETRY: Nasco Fine Cabinetry, 416.573.4114 HARDWARE: emtek.com APPLIANCES: miele.com

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A kitchen design that cooks up a mix of modern and classic elements for a refined result BY DVIRA OVADIA • PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANI BUCHMAN

e love our kitchens more than ever, but the days of the kitchen space being disconnected from the rest of the home is passé. Today, as the central hub of the home, kitchens serve multiple functions: entertainment zone, meeting point, testing ground for new recipes, study area. The list is unique to each family’s particular needs and habits. It was several years of conceptual planning and discussions before the homeowners finally took the plunge to remodel their ranch-inspired home. The kitchen had long been the primary talking point because the space wasn’t large enough for a family of five. A huge island and a large eating area were top priority. renoanddecor.com April/May 2016 :: 43

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It’s important to house all your kitchen gadgets out of sight, freeing up premium countertop space. ATYPICAL HOMEOWNER After carefully examining the floor plan, we decided that a few structural changes would be imperative to creating a spacious kitchen. The woman of the household loves all things unique—from specialty finishes, exclusive materials and the use of uncommon colours. Her profound appreciation of a worldly esthetic is what I loved about designing this kitchen. Therefore, the classic white kitchen with Calacutta countertops would not be a contender here. Instead, there’s a variety of eye-catching focal points and functional spaces. With a family of foodies and avid cooks, the oven and a large prep area were paramount. The essentials and luxuries were compartmentalized in the 420-squarefoot space by creating a serving area, a dramatic cooking zone with a monster hood, a spacious island, a bar area with its own sink and fridge, and enough cabinetry to house all the dishes and gadgets. With some innovative hinges,

The natural marble backsplash is set in a herringbone pattern behind the stove to add some contrast.

an appliance corner was designed to shut the door on all those toasters and blenders. It’s important to house all your kitchen gadgets out of sight, freeing up premium countertop space. Because the eat-in area was essen-

Bookmatching the Cascogne Verde stone creates a unique heart shape.

tial to the design of the kitchen, I created functional space with a built-in bar and seating. One of my favourite features is the bench. A casual piece of furniture in a kitchen brings an element of comfort and breaks up the monotonous look of chairs.

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Mixing hardware creates a sense of interest and allows you to pick a few favourites instead of just one.

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On the prowl for something unusual, my upholsterer showed me a few leftover hides from an eggplantcoloured croc skin. I knew it was the perfect choice for the space; infusing a little bit of the unexpected makes for a lasting impression. The classically styled custom bench was paired with a modern pedestal table and quintessential Eames chairs in robin’s egg blue, while the series of white, dramatic modern light fixtures and the clear Louis Ghost chairs contrast perfectly with the classic powder-grey shaker cabinets. One of the standout elements in this kitchen is the exclusive Cascogne Verde stone on the kitchen island. Its mesmerizing blue tones and goldenbrown accents complement the kitchen finishes so eloquently, the bookmatching even results in a heart-shape to affirm its approval of love.

Walnut is an architectural classic finish, reminiscent of the mid-20th century; nothing is more iconic and striking than this modernist material. Merging this modern element complements the classic detailing of the painted cabinets and demonstrates how a variety of styles and finishes can work together in perfect harmony. One of my favourite features in this space is the built-in fridge, which is elegantly encased in an Asian-inspired armoire. The mix of hardware also gives the kitchen an edge of its own. Not shying away from mixing metals, hammered metal knobs and cup pulls were blended with oil-rubbed bronze

hardware and a custom-designed handle for the fridge cabinet. Mixing hardware creates a sense of interest and allows you to pick a few favourites instead of just one. In this kitchen, all drawers were designed to have a simple beaded edge, and all doors were detailed as a version of the classic shaker profile. Mixing cabinet styles adds diversity and texture. This kitchen is not modern, not classic, nor is it retro; it’s simply a refreshing design that appeals to today’s busy family, incorporating an esthetic from different period styles. SOURCES COUNTERTOPS: crystaltilemarble.com KITCHEN ISLAND: caesarstone.ca BACKSPLASH: thetilestore.ca CABINETS: Dvira Interiors, PAINT: OC-52 Owl Grey and Natural American Walnut Stain; benjaminmoore.com HARDWARE: gingers.com SINK: blancocanada.com BAR FAUCET: kohler.com MAIN FAUCET & ISLAND FAUCET: gingers.com LIGHTING: EAT-IN PENDANT lzf-lamps.com; ISLAND: dwr.com APPLIANCES: Wolf stove, Sub Zero fridge, Miele speed oven, bestbrandappliance.ca KITCHEN TABLE BASE: southhillhome.com KITCHEN CHAIRS: dwr.com ART: Rachel Ovadia, ovadiaart.com

Dvira Ovadia, Living by Design Toronto-based celebrity and award-winning designer Dvira Ovadia, Principal of Dvira Interiors, is known for her appearances and design work on various HGTV shows. Dvira and her team use their profound understanding of design to create stylishly smart spaces.Servicing clientele throughout Ontario and the GTA. dvira.com @DVIRAdesigner

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It's all C NNECTED A young family makes no bones about the added function a complete main-floor renovation offers

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY LARRY ARNAL

ou may recall the lyrics from this classic childhood tune: “The knee bone’s connected to the thigh bone, the thigh bone’s connected to the hip bone”… and on it goes. Occasionally, a client will request what they commonly refer to as a “better kitchen” but they soon realize the proverbial kitchen bone’s connected to the family room bone. In all seriousness, that is just what

happened when we started working with this family—a professional couple with two small kids—who wanted to improve their kitchen but soon realized the best way to fix the kitchen was to renovate the entire main floor. What they really needed was a kitchen that had a dedicated kitchen table and a natural flow to connect it to the family room where the kids would play.

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NOT JUST FOR KIDS As hip young parents, they most certainly didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to give up their social life completely. Occasionally, young parents can turn the entire house into an oversized playpen; this wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the case here. Along with the family kitchen, they wanted to have an adult area in the living room and a proper space to entertain their friends and

family once the kids had gone off to bed. High on their wish list was also the ability to have an open-concept living space. Like most things, everything was possible with some modifications to both the wish list and the main-floor floor plan. We settled on archways from one space to the next, which provided the sense of an open concept and individual

rooms. In line with the classic tune, one thing led to another and we determined we also needed to revise the powder room, back entrance, family room, dining room, and flooring. Or, more easily said: Everything on the main floor. Talk about connecting all the bones! The front entranceway was renovated to provide a front hall closet that mimicks a piece of furniture. This is now a sophisticated space where guests are welcomed into the home. Alternately, the family uses the back door and garage entrance, leaving the main entry uncluttered. The living room was refurnished to create a conversation circle for adult entertaining. Through the next arch is the dining room, with a large new round table and six chairs for those grown-up or special occasion meals. The curve of the table, placed under a simple chandelier, allows for a passageway through the next arch into the kitchen and family eating area. renoanddecor.com April/May 2016 :: 49

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The bar niche has an icemaker, a sink and full-height wine fridge. Now this kitchen does doubleduty for adult entertaining.

CUSTOM KITCHEN The homeowners wanted the kitchen to feel modern and sleek but to also be highly functional. With the black frame around the cabinets to follow the line of the baseboards and trim, we selected a flat-panel door in a warm grey along with gold hardware. The kitchen was going to be part of the decor of the house and needed to be modern enough to suit the client and the architecture. We selected a suite of Jenn-Air appliances, including an icemaker, wine fridge, steam oven, stove and coffee maker to provide a highly functional family kitchen. The panelreceiving fridge and dishwasher offered a full focus on the gas cook top, which should be the centre of the kitchen. The island made perfect sense to increase the counter space and to house the sink, as well as provide a space for family to sit, have a snack or help with the cooking. We placed a fantastic fixture above the island and chose not to have a fixture at the kitchen table. Instead, we wallpapered the ceiling in that coffered area to warm and ground the space. We also placed a wet bar in the kitchen area with a sink, the icemaker and full-height wine fridge. The end result is a kitchen that can absolutely double as a bar for adult evenings.

RECONFIGURING THE SPACE The eating area wet wall had been shared with the powder room, so the powder room was placed at the end of the mudroom by the back door. Kids typically need the bathroom the second they get home. The mudroom was fitted with cabinets and benches to facilitate the storing of boots, coats, hats and

sportswear. A pocket door allows them to hide the mudroom from the family room when they want to. The fireplace, which had been on the same wall as the powder room, was moved to the opposite wall. Now the focal point in the family room is the television, along with the fireplace. The sectional sofa creates a casual feeling in this space, which was designed to be open to the kitchen to create a greatroom feeling, perfectly suited to the young professional family.

After a few painful renovation months, “the ankle bone was reconnected to the shin bone,” and the whole body of the house was in better working order for this family. SOURCES KITCHEN: Sinks & Faucets, blancocanada.com; hardware, atlas.ca APPLIANCES: jennair.com MILLWORK: raywalcabinets.com COUNTERTOPS & BACKSPLASH: silestone yorkfabrica.com HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpetmill.com PAINT: benjaminmoore.com

Glen Peloso and Jamie Alexander are co-founders and principals of Peloso Alexander Interiors. They bring 35 years of combined experience to creating environments that merge the client’s lifestyle, personality, and architecture. pelosoalexander.com, twitter @glenpeloso & @glenandjamie, Facebook.com/glenpeloso

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more, and in general you have a higher rate of wear and tear in your kitchen than other rooms of the house. This is where your choice of specie and finish will help you in the long run. When it comes to species, harder domestic species with a grain pattern such as oak and ash will do better than the softer species such as silver maple. These species are more resistant to denting under pressure. They also have grain, which can be used to create wirebrushed floors. Wirebrushing the hardwood will create a textured floor that will only get more character as it gets worn. Since it is not a smooth surface to begin with, it will show less imperfections and the matte finish that accompanies all wirebrushed flooring will also help minimize the visibility of those imperfections. Hard Maple floors may be harder than oak or ash ones but they are usually not wirebrushed. They can be distressed which will have somewhat of the same effect as wirebrushing. The rule of thumb is if you are concerned about nicks and dents, then choose a textured floor with a low sheen level. The third concern about hardwood flooring in the kitchen is exposure to water. This is the biggest reason some people shy away from hardwood floors in kitchens. There are two kinds of water concerns when it comes to the kitchen. The first is the fact that during cooking and cleaning there will be water droplets that will fall on the floor. This is especially of concern around the sink and the dishwasher areas. Most consumers are concerned that these water

droplets will cause damage to the flooring. The answer to this concern is simple. Most pre-finished hardwood floors have a higher tolerance for water than most people think. A few droplets will not kill your floors. There are even hardwood floor finishes, such as Lauzonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pure Genius Finish that are water repellant. However it is always a good idea to place a small matt under your sink and the dishwasher so that these rogue droplets will land on these placemats rather than on the floor. The other concern is washing your floors with a mop and soapy water. This is definitely going to be a big no no on hardwood floors. These days hardwood flooring cleaners have come a long way. They clean and disinfect just as well as, if not better than, soap and water. So using a microfiber mop and a good floor cleaner will get your kitchen floors just as clean as Mr. Clean would. So if you want to jump on this bandwagon, which takes hardwood throughout the entire main floor including the kitchen, then fear not. Your floors will hold up just fine. Use a hard domestic floor, with high levels of variation, or a more uniform floor with a textured finish and you will be happy and on trend. If you have any questions or concerns contact us at M2 Flooring and Design Centre and we will help you make the best decision for your home and family. Available at M2 Flooring and Design Center www.msquareddesign.ca

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fter 10 years in this house, the homeowner hadn’t touched a single room. The decor was dated and the inexpensive builder-grade finishes were not holding up, esthetically or otherwise. Lisa, the homeowner, is a single mother of two and a professional with a very hectic work schedule. She craved an orderly feminine corner of the house that was all her own. The living room had been used as a storage hub for an old piano, desk and storage boxes that never got unpacked. It was certainly time to adopt a fresh decor to make this room an integral part of Lisa’s home.

Before starting a project like this, it is important to understand the client's lifestyle and their family dynamic in order to tailor the design specifically to everyone's needs. Based on the answers to the questions below, a style and concept will present itself. • What hours do you work? • Do you have kids? • Are there any pets? • How many people are in the family? • Do you entertain? • How would you describe your style? • Do you like your home to look lived-in? For Lisa, it was clear that an elegant retreat with luxe furnishings and fabrics was the direction to take. There are unlimited fabrics and furniture options available, so my role is to filter through the variables and make selections that speak to the client’s style, use of the space, and take into consideration the budget.

FABRICS AND FIXTURES Since this room was intended to be a kid-free zone where Lisa could relax with a good novel after a stressful day at work, a collection of fabrics —silks, satin and gauzy sheers —were chosen for the drapery panels. The fabrics help to underscore the casually elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. To prevent decor from looking dated too quickly, a monochromatic neutral, quiet colour scheme will create a timeless ambience. Whereas monochromatic rooms instantly captivate, they can also look dull and lifeless if there is little interest in the space. That’s why lighting is very important to soften the look and create a cosy atmosphere.

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A small hit of colour in a monochromatic room creates interest, like the unexpected silk chartreuse toss cushions The use of gold accents in the framing, hardware and decor effortlessly warm up a neutral, cool room

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Several forms of light are the key to any good design. Pot lights highlight artwork and provide overall light in the room. Incandescent lighting from lamps offers a softer light. Accent lighting, like the glass-front cabinets in the built-in cabinetry, and candlelight, provide a lovely glow. For optimum flexibility, it's a good idea to put lights on their own switch and on dimmers. It allows you to control the lights, with some on and some off as needed. A small hit of colour in a monochromatic room creates interest, like the unexpected silk chartreuse toss cushions. I love rooms that can be easily altered just by changing toss cushions or adding a throw over a chair in a trending or seasonal colour.

When designing a room, I like to treat it very much like a theatre production: there is the star of the show, the accompanying role, and the rest of the cast. It can take some time to assemble just the right materials and design elements to capture the look. The star of this show is the custom wool-silk area carpet, along with the large-scale artwork. The built-ins are the supporting role and the furniture and fabrics are the cast. All of the elements in this space offer a pleasingly graceful atmosphere. Lisa really enjoys the room and is thrilled with the way it looks. It proves how much our environment truly affects us and how a stress-free space can become a retreat from the overload of everyday life. With each client, I ensure my designs look different from one to the next. No two clients are alike, they’re different people, so their rooms should look different too, as a reflection of their personal style.

SOURCES PAINT: Collingwood OC-28 on walls and ceiling, Swiss Coffee OC-45 for trim and millwork; benjaminmoore.com FURNITURE, ARTWORK AND ACCESSORIES: Sarah St. Amand Design FLOWERS: La Petite Fleur lapetitefleur.ca

Award-winning designer Sarah St Amand, principal/owner of GTA-based Sarah St. Amand Interior Design, specializes in residential and commercial design. CDECA member, Sarah’s work is nationally recognized and has most recently won the Best of HOUZZ 2016 award. For more information, visit stamanddesign.com. sarah@stamanddesign.com 519.802.6328

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A home’s fundamental purpose is to provide shelter, security and privacy for its inhabitants. But there’s nothing “private” about the message a home’s exterior gives to passersby. From façade to landscaping, the home’s exterior appearance informs friends and neighbours of our taste, style and orderliness. Give your home something to brag about by increasing its curb appeal with these simple suggestions.

THE DOOR

KIMBERLEY’S ADVICE FOR

Replace a dull or uninteresting front door with a more stylish version. The addition of sidelights (windows at the side of door) or a transom (window above the door) permits light to filter into the entranceway. If you love your front door make sure to paint or stain it frequently; every four to six years, depending on wear and quality of the paint job. Flaking, chipped or tired paint destroys a façade’s neat appearance. Make sure to mount architecturally appropriate hardware to the front door. Specialty hardware stores can suggest suitable options for doorknockers, latch sets and mailboxes.

Front Door Colour GREEN • Complement the ruddy

appearance of a brick façade with deep, rich green. Darkest green is ideal for more formal exteriors such as Georgian, Federal or Neo-Classical styles. Mid-tone greens suit more casual homes, ranch-style bungalows and clapboard cottages. BLUE • Mid-tone blues are well suited

to pink-hued brick or stone. With its grey undertones, Wedgewood works beautifully paired with a charcoal roof.

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urns seasonally. Select a front-door mat that’s as large as possible to give the most gracious impression. For safety, create a flexible lighting plan to illuminate pathways leading to the front door. Consider the merits of decorative lighting such as uplights to draw attention to ornamental bushes or trees.

Emphasize a façade’s symmetry by flanking the front door with wrought or cast-iron garden urns filled with seasonal flowers or greenery. It might be an affordable choice to hire a landscaping company to modify the

Finally, make it easy for guests (and heaven forbid, emergency crews) to find your home. Install a large address plaque in a prominent, well-lit location near the front door.

RED • As with interiors, red makes a striking impression. A bold red front door suits Colonial architecture with its clapboard siding and simple woodwork. It’s also an excellent choice for front doors situated to the side of the home as its weight helps to restore balance to the façade. Dark plum (red with blue influences) is an elegant choice beside fine-looking stonework. BLACK • Strike a formal pose with

deep black for classically influenced exteriors (those featuring Greek or Roman elements such as columns and entablature). Black is the single, most formal colour choice available for front doors. BROWN • Enrich a handsome Tudor

façade in sombre tones of brown or dark tan. While dark brown has the architectural weight of black, it works better with less formal façades such as cottage and country styles.

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WINDOWS Enhance the presence of small windows with the addition of shutters or window boxes. To ensure pleasing proportions, select shutters wide enough to shut fully over windows. A window box looks best when it’s slightly wider than the windowsill it rests beneath. Make sure to consider plants that will bloom with little or no care.

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ear the completion of an extensive renovation to a 1920s north Toronto home, I had a heated debate with the homeowners over whether to paint or not to paint their kitchen cabinets. Since the kitchen was in fairly good shape, we decided to just do a little “cosmetic job.” By cosmetic, I meant fresh coats of paint, updated hardware, etc., or so I thought. When I showed them the colour I had planned for the cabinets, a beautiful dove grey, they said: “Wait, we’re painting the cabinets?” In an effort to save funds, they expected we’d leave the cabinets alone and just do the walls; they thought the cabinets were fine and of a good quality. True, the cabinets were “fine and good” but, in my

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opinion, they were a little dated colour-wise. At our design firm, we don’t like to do just “fine,” when we can do “wow!” I explained to the homeowners that having worked on tons of kitchens, the quickest way to update a kitchen, at a very low cost, is with paint and accessories. Painting cabinets and replacing the hardware can completely transform a kitchen and doesn’t cost a fortune. There are a few things to consider though when updating cupboards.

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TIPS: When it comes to choosing colours for your cabinets, it is best to err on the side of classic colours such as blues, whites, blacks, greys and creams A strong look for kitchen cabinets is mixing light and dark colours. It all depends on your space and look but generally for a more balanced feel, choose a light colour for uppers and a darker colour for the bottom cabinets

When designing a kitchen, I like it to be approachable, functional and playful. Gone are the days of just all-brown or all-white cabinets, although all-white can work in very contemporary or very traditional kitchens. I like to paint the majority of the cabinetry in one colour then use an accent colour on an island, pantry door, counter stools or the interior of cabinets. For example, a previous client's cupboards and island were painted in the same striking shade of blue, the kitchen was accented with great art, and counter stools were covered in vintageorange leather. The result was stylish with a “rad-trad” mix…very chic. For another homeowner’s project, which was a very large and light-filled family kitchen, I used a silvery-grey colour on the bulk of the cabinets and a very strong bright white on the island and range hood. The contrast provides tension and when mixed with Carrera marble, the counters and backsplash become extremely elegant.

SOFT SPOT FOR HARDWARE Early in my career, I had a wonderful client who was obsessed with hardware. Besides teaching me a lot, she subsequently imparted her passion for knobs and hinges to me. Beyond its practical assistance, hardware can be the best accessory a kitchen can have. Buy the best quality hardware and be sure to try it on. Try holding it in your hand to see how it feels. Is it too tight? Too light? Does it feel cheap? It’s like trying on a pair of shoes; hardware has to fit to work and look beautiful. When considering an update to your kitchen, you don’t always have to reach for the hammer. Try the paintbrush and the screwdriver first. Adding colour to your cabinetry and a few other bits and pieces can completely enliven a tired kitchen and give it that wow-factor that makes a world of difference.

Toronto-based designer, William MacDonald, is the principal of WillMac Design. His firm is best known for creating stylish approachable spaces that evoke a simple, timeless elegance. Servicing clientele throughout Canada, the U.S. and overseas. willmacdesign.ca @willmacdesign

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YEAR-ROUND UPKEEP Your furnace is key to overall comfort in the cold months and having it professionally serviced is essential to keep it running when you need it. As a homeowner, you should also know how frequently the manufacturer recommends changing the filter, and do so at least that often. Make a note in your calendar to check once a month and replace it if you notice it starting to clog. If you have central air conditioning, you’ll want to monitor the filter over the summer months as well, and replace as needed. Note that if you’re undergoing renovation work,

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you’ll want to change it even more frequently as things like sawdust and drywall dust will quickly clog a filter. If your home is heated by a boiler, your main tasks are to make sure the rads are periodically bled by opening the valve on each to release any air, and making sure that furniture and drapes aren’t blocking the heat from radiating out into the room. SPRING CHECKLIST Of course, nothing could be more catastrophic than having your house burn down. That’s why you need to test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly, and regularly change the backup batteries. (The fire department recommends changing them when Daylight Saving Time starts and ends.) You should also test the GFCI electrical outlets in your kitchen and bathrooms to make sure they’re working properly. One of the potential repairs I mention in “Exterior Maintenance” (see page 68) is sagging eavestroughs. The best way to prevent this problem is to make sure they’re regularly cleaned up to remove leaves and other debris. Of course, every house is different. I have a pool so I have regular filter cleanings, chlorine additions, and seasonal opening and closing tasks to consider. So do yourself a favour and take some time to sit down and record all the maintenance tasks you need to stay on top of, and put that list somewhere where it stays top of mind.

JIM CARUK RENOVATION EDITOR Some repairs have to be done again and again. But with warranties as long as 50 years, a metal roof—such as those made by Vicwest—is a once in a lifetime replacement.

I look forward to hearing from you and welcome your feedback. Do you have a reno or decor question for our team of experts? Email editorial@renoanddecor.com

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e’ve all heard the old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Well, the concept applies to home maintenance as well. If you don’t spend a bit of time maintaining the various materials and mechanical systems that make your home comfortable, you’ll likely face costly repair and replacement bills down the road. On the following pages, I’ll take you on a tour around the outside of your home to make a list of repair items to take care of this spring. But first, I wanted to remind you of some of the things you should be taking care of on a regular basis.

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LOOK UP, WAY UP You’re going to want to start at the top with the roof. If you’re not comfortable climbing ladders, just get your hands on a pair of binoculars and take them outside with you. From a spot across the road and from your yard where you can get a clear view of the roofline, scan your roof from chimney to eaves. Make sure there’s a cap in place at the top of your chimney, and all the bricks seem solid and mortared in. Look for any shingles that are missing or that have edges starting to curl up. If more than a couple are missing or damaged, call in a pro for repair or replacement advice. And keep in mind that if you go with a metal roof, you’ll never have to replace it again. (See Jim’s Pick on page 66.)

CLEAR THE WAY Next, follow the line of the eavestrough across your house. Is there any debris clogging it? (Saplings growing in the leaf mulch are a good indicator you’ve left it too long!) You also want to watch for any sagging sections or pieces that are pulling away from the house. If you do try to reattach any loose parts yourself, make sure you maintain a gentle downward slope towards the downspout.

“. . . GET ADVICE FROM A PRO IF MORE THAN A COUPLE OF SHINGLES ARE DAMAGED OR THEY NEED TO BE REPLACED.” Now follow the downspout to ground level. Is it still connected to the storm pipe? If so, you’re going to want to disconnect and cap those. Otherwise you’ll have a basement-flooding situation just waiting to happen.

Extending the outflow portion of the downspout far away from the foundation walls is potentially the biggest bang you can get for your DIY buck. If the water is able to run down against the foundation, all it takes is a few mid-winter freeze-thaw cycles to develop serious problems. Most DIYers should be able to take care of this job with parts you can find at your local building supply centre. Don’t forget to cap off the hole leading to the drain. TROUBLE SPOTS Next, cast your eyes on the exterior of each of your four walls (or at least as many as you can walk around and have a look at). Inspect the condition of the bricks and mortar around them. If a lot of mortar is missing or can easily be flaked away, you probably need some tuck-point repair work. A lot of homeowners think that tuck-pointing is a DIY job, but it’s usually not. You can usually tell the DIY tuck-pointing jobs. If you have siding, you’ll be looking for wood rot or, with vinyl and alumi-

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ow that spring has (finally) sprung, it’s time to head outdoors and inspect the damage that winter has done to your house. Some of the repairs can be handled by a competent DIYer, while others will require some professional help.

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num cladding, broken or missing pieces that will allow moisture to get in behind to the interior. Take a close look around the perimeter of all your windows and exterior doors. You’re looking for signs of rot in wood-frames, gaps in the caulking around the frame, and missing or damaged weatherstripping. For secondfloor windows, you might want to inspect the sills and exterior caulking from the inside. WINDOWS AND DOORS Give all the door hinges a drop of lubricant. If you have vinyl windows that slide horizontally, a squirt in the track will help them move smoother. Do the same thing for patio doors or if you have a retractable screen door. If your aluminum screen door doesn’t close properly, it could be that the

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First Bud of Spring

A bountiful garden is the result of proper preparation

MARK CULLEN

o achieve the great garden you dreamt of through the winter, my number one tip is prepare your soil well.

Ninety per cent of the success in the garden is the result of good soil prep. Your soil should be loose and friable with the ability to drain freely. Otherwise, I recommend that you add generous quantities of organic compost. By generous quantities I suggest adding four to six centimetres (two to three inches) of compost or triple mix to the surface of your garden beds. Healthy, fertile soil results in vibrant blooms, verdant foliage and abundant fruits and vegetables, and eliminates the need for pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Well-fed soil breeds strong, disease-tolerant plants. Insects are less prone to feed on healthy plants as the natural defenses of the plant are working at their optimum.

LAWN CARE Raise your lawn mower cutting height to five to seven centimetres (two to three inches). Longer grass has deeper roots. It also controls weeds by crowding them out, and protects grass roots from drying out. The best method of growing a healthy, weed-free lawn is a thick, healthy grass that shades out weeds and crabgrass, eliminating the need for herbicides. 1 Use a spring-tined rake to remove any debris, dead grass, leaves, etc. from the lawn. Add these to your compost pile. 2 Spread a two-to-four centimetre layer of triple mix over the lawn, concentrating on depressions and thin areas. Sow a quality grass seed at a

rate of one kilogram for every 80mﾂｲ. I cannot emphasize enough the need to buy good quality seed窶ｦ the contents in the bag represent the future pedigree of your lawn. 3 Keep the area watered and evenly moist until the grass seed germinates. 4 If your lawn is in good shape, simply repair any bare spots and fertilize with a quality lawn fertilizer with slow release nitrogen and chelated iron. I recommend Golfgreen Iron plus: the most sophisticated formula in the business. This will last for up to 10 weeks窶馬o need to repeat application until late spring or early summer. Repeat application three or four times this season for best results.

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WATER CONSERVATION A garden that does not demand a lot of water also means that it will not demand a lot of time. Properly thought-out and executed, a “low-water garden” may be the closest thing that you will get to a “low-maintenance” garden. Take time to enjoy your gardening experience. It is, after all, spring and Canadians have waited long enough for it. Mark Cullen appears on Canada AM every Wednesday morning at 8:40. He is the Lawn and Garden Expert for Home Hardware. Sign up for his free monthly newsletter at markcullen.com

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I encourage you to think of ways to reduce your water consumption. Saving water is not only the environmentally responsible thing to do, it saves you time and allows you to enjoy more time away from the garden without worrying about its need for water. 1 Divert downspouts into rain barrels and collect free, oxygen-rich, warm water for gardens and containers. All plants love it and respond better to rain water than the cold water from the end of a hose. 2 I recommend a five-centimetre (two-inch) layer of shredded cedar bark mulch throughout perennial and shrub beds. A generous layer of mulch insulates the soil from the drying effect of the sun and wind. You will reduce watering by up to 70 per cent as a result and weeding by up to 90 per cent the first year. 3 Apply water early in the morning when less moisture will be lost to evaporation. My rule of thumb for watering both gardens and lawns is to water deeply, usually no more than once a week. Infrequent but generous watering forces the roots of plants to grow deeper in search of moisture, without starving them for water. Deep roots mean that plants can better withstand short periods of drought.

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ALL ABOVE BOARD Government initiatives tackle the underground economy

he underground economy is a big problem in the residential construction sector. It can lead to liability issues for homeowners and lost tax revenue for the government. Doing deals under the table or “cash deals” is often a sign that the person you are dealing with is evading taxes. Often these business owners aren’t paying worker protection or liability insurance either, which puts homeowners at risk. This type of illegal business practice is not only found in the residential construction industry, but across many industries in Ontario and Canada. According to Statistics Canada, the nation’s underground economy accounts for $42.4 billion in annual economic activity—2.3 per cent of the GDP—and in Ontario alone, illegitimate transactions amount to an estimated $15.3 billion. In the residential construction sector, it

is unprofessional contractors, renovators, suppliers and illegal homebuilders who are responsible for 30 per cent of that activity—an estimated $4.5 billion in annual underground economic activity. The provincial government recently launched an initiative to look at ways to combat the underground economy. MPP Laura Albanese, Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario’s Minister of Finance, held her first consultation meeting with the construction industry. She said the province is looking to level the playing field and enhance the competitiveness of legitimate contractors while restoring revenue integrity. BILD has long been leaders in fighting the underground economy in the homebuilding and renovation industry. In 2001, BILD created the RenoMark program to help consumers identify professional renovators. The program has

RenoMark professionals are members of their local homebuilders’ association, and they abide by a renovation-specific code of conduct and a code of ethics.

grown from coast to coast and now RenoMark renovators can be found in nine provinces and in more than 40 regions across the nation. In the GTA, there are close to 300 RenoMark renovators and trade contractors. These professionals are members of their local homebuilders’ association, and they abide by a renovation-specific code of conduct and a code of ethics. By participating in this program, they also agree to provide a written detailed contract, carry applicable licenses and permits, have a minimum of $2 million liability insurance and offer a minimum two-year warranty for all work done. At the meeting, in addition to recommending the government build on the programs that already exist, RenoMark members suggested a number of other initiatives to Parliamentary Assistant Albanese. These include creating a public campaign to warn homeowners about the risks of working with fly-by-night business owners and a permanent home renovation tax credit, which is proven money well spent as consumers are protected and professional renovators are supported. A few years ago, the federal stimulus home renovation tax credit generated $4.3 billion in additional registered economic activity in return for an average $700 tax rebate given to homeowners through the program. Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association and a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. Follow him on Twitter @bildgta, facebook.com/bildgta, and bildblogs.ca.

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oday’s multipurpose kitchen is the nerve centre of the home. It needs to perform when it’s time to prepare food then quickly and easily convert to the most beautiful space in the home. One that is fit for entertaining and impressing guests and also provides a spot to sit and read the paper, do homework, and table important family matters. It’s a lot to ask. Although these spaces are the absolute focus of the renovation projects we perform at Eurodale Developments, they often steal the majority of the budget from whole-home remodels. To help you assess your own kitchen renovation, I asked the group of experts who work on our kitchen renovation projects what they see as the biggest trends in kitchens for 2016. Here’s what they had to say.

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{ THE EXPERTS } Jim Cunningham Architectural Designer Eurodale Developments

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Jim’s role is laying out general space plans

ABOVE: Cabinet cladding hides the large sub-zero fridge and hood fan, while the heather grey island and hutch gently deviate from the all-white norm

LEFT: Pastel green uppers and wood-grain lower cabinets add interest, flat-panel doors and Cambria quartz counter and backsplash complete the contemporary look

RIGHT: Wired for concealed speakers and automation including a power-recessing hood fan

Instead of Stainless Built-in, panelized or hidden are the terms used when talking about appliances. We look to make them disappear when not in use, so the focus can be on the cleanliness and appearance of the cabinetry, rather than focusing on the refrigerator. A shift to coloured stainless appliances is developing in response to the tiring long-time trend of stainless. Hoodies While we are concealing microwaves, ovens, dishwashers and refrigerators, the focus has blossomed to the cooktop or range with more emphasis on the ventilation hood. This is where we see the homeowners’ style preferences shine. Large and pronounced, sleek and concealed, cabinet clad or exposed metals are all ways that clients are having fun with the spaces and drawing attention to the cooking area.

Wired Automation and control continue to trend higher in our design decisions. Charging or mounting of hand-held devices to maintain a clean and sleek environment, speakers and automation of lighting and appliances with smartphone control are perfect for the entertainment wow-factor and generally make running the kitchen easier—something we can all benefit from. Preheating the oven for that pizza party can now take place while the host is in the cab heading home, reducing stress and the wait-time.

Laura Thornton Principal Designer Thornton Design Laura assists clients with material selections, styles and colours Colour The infamous white kitchen has dominated projects over the last decade. Today, people want to inject a little personality and life and warmth into the kitchen, but not too quickly. Cabinets featuring natural wood started the trend. Now pastel colours— renoanddecor.com April/May 2016 :: 79

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Colour, comfort and social bliss... ABOVE: soft greys, blues and greens—are flooding project islands and, in some instances, darker hues like navy, black and charcoal are making a stronger statement. Gold hardware is also pushing out the more typical chrome finish as the new kitchen bling. Gold sets off nicely against these colours. Open for Business In many urban areas, the old small-segmented kitchen spaces delivered cramped

quarters for families and their guests. In these homes, it makes sense to open kitchens to the dining or family rooms. However, in larger homes, kitchens can be closed off from other living spaces because casual sitting areas can be integrated into the kitchen for social interaction. As a result, the separate dining room offers that formal holiday gathering experience when the chef has made both a fantastic feast and a horrible mess in the kitchen. Statement Lighting A kitchen needs to be bright so we can see what we are preparing, eating and to ensure we don’t cut ourselves while working. Recessed pot lights and LED under- and in-cabinet lights do that well. But with the proliferation of open-concept kitchens and islands as prep and social gathering spots, the pendant lights overhead need to be impactful. These accents can really define the style intention—from glam to concealed, these fixtures perform double duty—form and function.

Navy blue island, brass-finish pendants and large, comfy stools dress this great room-style kitchen

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Brass hardware is making a comeback, seen here paired with matching island pendants

Jimmy Zoras Owner Distinctive by Design Fine Cabinetry Jimmy works through the intricate cabinet details with manufacturers Revisiting the ’80s Not exactly going back in time, some of the style trends from the ’80s are showing up in new projects, with a slight twist. Visible brass hardware is replacing the chrome and brushed-nickel finishes that have dominated the last five years. However, in 2016, the brass has a brushed finish, not gleaming as in past. Countertops Quartz countertops continue to dominate the scene as the manufactured natural stone styles have continued to evolve at a feverish pace. The desire to replicate the look of mined slabs is evolving. These stain-free, non-porous and environ-

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mentally friendly slabs are being used in both counters and backsplashes for a more dressed and unified finish. Cambria, a leading quartz supplier, now has over 100 slab styles that deliver a consistency in finish. With mined slabs, the samples can vary dramatically from the actual slabs. Imagine the look and feel of marble without the fear factor. Get Organized It’s easier to relax when a space is clutter-free and items are easily accessible, and that fosters culinary creativity. Drawers now dominate over doors and, where doors are present, slide-out shelves, drawers and racks ensure we can find the stuff at the back before it gets mouldy. The use of pop-up hinge hardware instead of typical doors has made moving about the space easier, with fewer concussions from banging heads on open doors. Appliance centres hide the counter appliances to reduce the clutter and cords on countertops. New style full-extension

shelves have surpassed the old Lazy Susan, and garbage, recycling and compost cabinet inserts organize waste and reduce the smell and mess common with the old grocery bag holder under the sink.

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{ THE BOTTOM LINE } The kitchen needs to be durable as much as it also needs to look great. Naturally, it must function effectively through the variety of demands that is required of such a multi-use space. When planning your own kitchen renovation, take the time to consider how you intend to make use of the space. Decisions about styling can come later. While door styles, colours and finishes change like fashion, a space that is carefully planned and professionally built with expert craftsmanship and quality materials will serve your family and guests comfortably for many years to come, regardless of the next hot trend.

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Customization of storage in small-space kitchens is critical. Large full-extension drawers dominate the tight space for easy access

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Brendan Charters is co-owner of Toronto Design-Build Firm Eurodale Developments Inc. 2014 BILD Renovator of the Year. Visit eurodale.ca or follow Brendan on Twitter @EurodaleHomes

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hereas I grew up in a house with one washroom, new-build homes today seem to have one washroom for every family member. My teenage self would have been in heaven! Bathrooms are among the priciest renovations and although they rank in the top three for best return on investment (ROI), knowing when to splurge and when to be conservative can have a massive impact on the resale value. Here are three areas where you need to decide whether or not to spend or save.

1 | Changing the layout

SAVE Fixtures that require water supply

and drain-like sinks, tubs and showers can all be swapped and shifted with relative ease. A shower can go where a sink was and vice versa. SPEND Toilets, on the other hand, require a waste stack. The diameter of that stack is too large to simply cut the floor joists to accommodate, which means to move the toilet, the stack needs to be able to stay within the same joist space or you will have to drop it below the floor and back it up into the new joist cavity. This will leave you with a bulkhead in the ceiling below, which is potentially a massive issue, not to mention all of this can be quite pricey. TIP Make a wholehearted attempt to work within the existing layout whenever possible. Invest that extra money in more obvious upgrades, like marble and nicer fixtures that have a higher perceived value and a greater ROI.

2 | Tub versus shower

3 | Double sinks

morning shower over a long tub soak. That preference, combined with the spacious hotel shower, commonplace as of late, has a lot of us ready to ditch the old tub/shower combo. SPEND If you have only one washroom, you need a tub. Resale is about appealing to the greatest potential purchasing pool and no tub means no families. Kids don’t shower. If you have one washroom and enough room, do a separate shower and tub. It carries a lot of perceived value weight and positions you above the competition.

synchronizing teeth-brushing. One is more likely to be using the sink while the other is doing makeup or hair. Two mirrors and ample counter space is a far more valuable combination and it’s a more affordable renovation. SPEND If you have a generous space, by all means double up.

SAVE Most of us opt for an efficient

TIP If you have more than one washroom, it’s fine to leave a tub and shower combo in the family washroom and opt for a luxurious oversized shower for the master ensuite. It’s the best of both worlds.

SAVE The reality is you’re not likely

TIP I’m not sure when or how this became a thing but it’s comical to see two airplane-sized sinks squashed into a tiny ensuite. If you could fit two but there’s not a lot of counterspace as a result, I’d think twice. I’m a big fan of doing a double-wide vanity with one sink pushed to one side. At resale, simply have the realtor list it as a double vanity to keep the perceived value up.

Toronto-based designer and contractor Melissa Davis is known for her appearances, creative design and reno work produced for various HGTV shows. Her work has also been profiled nationally in print publications. With almost two decades of reno and design experience her firm continues to service clientele throughout Ontario & GTA, specializing in value-adding ROI and resale consultations. melissadavis.com @melissadavis

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PRESTIGE! Spruce up your kitchen with Riobel’s Perla faucet from the Prestige collection. A real chef faucet, with two jets and a flexible spout, the Perla is available in chrome or in stainless steel. This faucet will become the jewel of your kitchen and will catch everyone’s eye.

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HIGH-QUALITY KITCHEN FINISHES Pro Glo has been the leader for more than 25 years in the GTA, providing customers with quality products and services. This family-owned company will work within your budget to refinish your kitchen to your satisfaction. Pro Glo offers high-quality finishes, from solid colour to stain applications and specialty finishes. For onsite preparations they use Festool HEPA Filter Dust Extractor and Sanding tools, which minimize dust in the home. PRO GLO PAINTS, kitchenrefinishingtoronto.com

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MULTI-PURPOSE POWER FAUCET The Align Pre-Rinse Spring Kitchen Faucet combines the industrial-inspired design style that consumers desire with the functionality of a residential kitchen faucet. Its thoughtfully engineered pull-down hose provides significant reach, and the multi-function spray wand features Moen’s new Power Clean technology, which contains splashing and minimizes mess. MOEN, moen.ca

PRETTY PRACTICAL Soapstone is an excellent choice for bathroom countertops and sinks because it is non-porous and, therefore, resistant to stains and bacteria. Soapstone does not require chemical sealants and withstands extreme temperatures. The natural-honed matte finish and silky-smooth texture give this stone a timeless elegance and beauty. GREENSVILLE SOAPSTONE COMPANY, greensvillesoapstone.com

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DXV BY AMERICAN STANDARD Country heritage and character reflected in a restrained and sophisticated style. DXV’s Hillside Collection’s bountiful style and refined utility elevate the kitchen work space. DXV’s Hillside luxury farm sinks are available in a variety of sizes in both stainless steel and fine fire clay. Form-fitting sink racks and strainers are included with each Hillside collection farm sink. The Victorian Faucet Collection is timeless and reflects grandeur and ornamentation of European design–available in various finishes including Carbon Bronze. AMERICAN STANDARD, americanstandard.com 90 :: April/May 2016 renoanddecor.com

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WINE STORAGE SOLUTIONS Specially educated and trained cellar-building teams will advise on the proper building requirements and solutions for your wine storage needs. Wine cabinets, cooling units and wine racks are also available. H2O2 WINE CELLAR DESIGN, h2O2winecellardesign.com

DELICATE & POWERFUL Taller, slimmer and redesigned for enhanced comfort, the GROHE Essence+ kitchen faucet is a new favourite, with cult potential. The state-ofthe-art, solid-metal hand spray features an ergonomic toggle, allowing normal water flow to be changed into a powerful spray. Perfect for use in a busy kitchen.

AGELESS STONE Ageless. Organic. Original. No two pieces are ever alike. Since 1950, Ciot has carried natural stone slabs from around the world, including many specialty stones exclusive to Ciot. Each stone adds a distinctive touch to your design. No matter what stone you’re looking for, you’ll find it in Ciot’s large selection. Featured here, Diamond Fall Granite.

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CUSTOMIZE YOUR KITCHEN Allstyle Cabinet Doors has created a “Retro-Fit” solution for fully customizing the look of IKEA cabinets. Allstyle offers hundreds of colours, style and material options to create the kitchen design you desire. The flexibility of combining standard cabinetry with finely crafted doors creates a stunning result. ALLSTYLE CABINETS, allstyle.ca

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THANK YOU to our talented roster of designers

THANK YOU to designer Kate Davidson who designed our striking DESIGN INTERVENTION booth.

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otable chefs tell you fantastic meals start with excellent ingredients, just like great design begins with excellent design ingredients. We have shopped the world for beautifully designed furniture, accessories and art, and added other elements from the “Glen & Jamie” furniture line, produced in Canada and designed by us. We’ve brought you several different design esthetics evoking many different lifestyles you can visually slide yourself into, or that we could create for you in your own home. Every element has been produced with exquisite craftsmanship and carefully selected to create this fantastic meal for your eyes and other senses. Let us help you make your own “Room for Living” at the RENO & DECOR Design Intervention booth.

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Also appearing at the booth: Elaine Bergen Terry Edward Briceland Jim Caruk Melissa Davis Evelyn Eshun Erica Gelman Margaret Macdonald

William MacDonald Linda Mazur Barbara Nyke Tracy O’Brien Dvira Ovadia Steven Southgate Yvonne Whelan

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A A & A Custom Homes and Renovations Inc. Member Since: 2012 Vaughan 1.855.228.6736 aacustomhomes.ca A. Brown Construction Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.766.9892 abrownconstruction.ca A. Lifetime Contractor Ltd. Member Since: 2003 Toronto 416.483.2151 lifetimecontractor.com A. Mazzucco Construction Member Since: 1974 Toronto 416.207.0388 amazzucco.on.ca AB Renovations Unltd. Member Since: 2005 Stouffville 416.809.5025 abreno.com Abode Home Building Inc. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.689.7473 abodebuildinginc.com ADH Canada Inc. Member Since: 2013 Thornhill 905.513.7876 adhcanada.com Affordable Woodworking Inc. Member Since: 2009 Toronto 416.831.6741 affordablewoodworking.com Alair Homes Aurora/Newmarket Member Since: 2015 Aurora 289.803.2612 alairhomes.ca/aurora Alair Homes Richmond Hill Member Since: 2015 Richmond Hill 416.518.8976 alairhomes.ca Alair Homes Scarborough Member Since: 2014 Scarborough 416.417.1961 alairhomes.com Alair Homes Toronto Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.988.1661 alairhomes.com Alan Heron Homes Inc. Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.642.7651 alanheron.houzz.com Alert Restoration Inc. Member Since: 2014 Oakville 905.301.8196 alertreno.ca 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

Balmoral Custom Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.482.5000 balmoralcustomhomes.com

Alphyn Construction Inc. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.737.8607 alphynconstruction.com

Barbini Developments Inc. Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.385.8883 amedeobarbini.com

Amazon Home Improvements Member Since: 2010 Thornhill 905.763.9000 amazonhomeimprovements.ca

Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Construction & Renovation Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 1.800.438.5192 bcrltd.ca

Ambia Windows and Doors Inc. Member Since: 2009 Vaughan 416.831.3719 ambiawindowsdoors.com Andes Construction Member Since: 2001 Toronto 416.939.7824 andesconstruction.com Anvale Homes Inc. Member Since: 2013 Concord 905.669.0471 anvalehomes.com Arbourdale Construction Inc. Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.576.0541 arbourdaleconstruction.ca

Bayden Homes Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.818.8143 bayden.ca Baymanor Homes Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.781.2866 baymanorhomes.com Bayview Projects Contracting Member Since: 1998 North York 416.730.8506 bayviewprojects.com Bellcon Interiors Limited Member Since: 2015 Sharon 416.420.6648

Arco Construction Co. Member Since: 2015 Woodbridge 416.890.4488 arcoconstruction.ca

Belyea Bros. Ltd. Member Since: 2003 Toronto 416.425.1200 belyeabrothers.com

Argyris and Clinkard Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.717.3396 argyrisandclinkard.com

Binns Kitchen + Bath Design Member Since: 2009 Toronto 905.509.5555 binns.net

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

Blueprint Renovations Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.878.3272 blueprintrenovations.com

ARX Custom Homes Inc. Member Since: 2011 Richmond Hill 416.471.0947 arxcustomhomes.com

Blueprint Properties Inc. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.731.2285 blueprintpropertiesinc.ca

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

Bold Services Inc. Member Since: 2016 Woodbridge 289.256.0105 boldservices.com

Avonlea Kitchen and Bathroom Concepts Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.422.5276 avonlearenovations.com B Bachly Construction Member Since: 2002 Bolton 905.951.3100 bachly.com Balance Building Group Member Since: 2013 Concord 905.669.4440 balancebuildinggroup.com Balmoral Construction Group Member Since: 2014 Richmond Hill 416.779.8761

Bramson Construction Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.625.3943 bramsonconstruction.com Brock Doors & Windows Inc. Member Since: 1999 Brampton 905.791.2850 brockwindows.com Bryant Renovations Member Since: 2000 Toronto 416.260.0818 bryantrenovations.com BVM Contracting Member Since; 2015 Toronto 416.265.9602 bvmcontracting.com

C Calado & Lima Home Improvement Inc. Member Since: 2011 York 416.782.0110 caladolima.ca Canlik Kitchens Member Since: 1996 Scarborough 416.412.7828 refaceyourkitchen.com Carick Home Improvements (Carick Building Products Ltd.) Member Since: 1998 Toronto 416.781.6671 carickhome.com Carmelin Design + Build Member Since; 2014 Toronto 647.292.7682 carmelin.ca Caruk Hall Homes Member Since: 1995 Toronto 416.546.8602 carukhall.com CCS Construction Group Inc. Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.241.9770 ccsconstruction.ca Celcon General Contractors Ltd. Member Since: 2006 Markham 905.472.8281 celconcontractors.com CGGC Construction Inc. Member Since; 2015 Toronto 416.625.2851 cggcconstruction.com Chaplin Home Improvements Ltd. Member Since: 2008 Markham 416.904.6909 chaplinhomeimprovements.com Clarke Basement Systems Member Since: 2007 Markham 905.642.4861 wetbasements.ca Classic Homestyles Inc. Member Since: 2011 Markham 905.477.0441 classichomestyles.ca Clemmensen & Associates Ltd. Member Since: 1982 Weston 416.747.6266 Cliff and Evans Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.628.7186 cliffandevans.com Cochren Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2003 Oakville 905.842.2462 cochrenhomes.com Cohn Construction Ltd. Member Since: 1991 Mississauga 905.569.1349 Colewood Construction Ltd. Member Since: 1991 Toronto 416.252.2226

Core Insurance Claims Contracting Inc. Member Since: 1993 Weston 416.740.9400 Craiglee Home Improvements Ltd. Member Since: 1997 Scarborough 416.540.0503 craigleehomes.net Crina General Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Concord 905.738.7930 D Dalerose Homes Member Since: 1986 Orangeville 519.938.8417 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 Design-Spec Building Group Ltd. Member Since: 2007 Vaughan 905.760.2225 designspecgroup.com Domilya Group Member Since: 2013 Oakville 647.300.0282 domilyagroup.ca Doric Homes Inc. Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.226.0724 dorichomes.ca DreamBuilders (2004) Ltd. Member Since: 1987 Toronto 416.241.8805 dreambuilders.ca Dubose (1865825 Ontario Corp) Member Since: 2016 Toronto 416.747.9101 dubose.ca Dundene Homes Inc. Member Since: 1999 Toronto 416.863.6116 dundenehomes.ca 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

E Eggersmann Toronto Kitchens/Home Living Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.420.9565 eggersmanntoronto.ca Elite Construction & Renovations Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.888.8417 elite-construction.ca Enmar Homes Inc. Member Since: 2010 Toronto 647.351.2221 enmarhomes.ca Equinox Development Inc. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.866.8966 equinoxdevelopment.ca Esto Construction Co. Ltd. Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.752.3702 estoconstruction.ca Eurodale Developments Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.782.5690 eurodale.ca F 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 Fifthshire Homes Ltd. 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 G Galle Construction Inc. Member Since: 2013 Etobicoke 416.792.7591 galleconstructioninc.com Georgian Custom Renovations Inc. Member Since: 2013 Mississauga 905.405.7275 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: 2006 Toronto 416.623.1321 goldribbonhomes.com

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{RENOVATOR RESOURCE DIRECTORY} Gorman-Mazzon Ltd. Member Since: 1986 Richmond Hill 416.818.5049 Greening Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.532.6811 greeninghomes.com Grieve Home Maintenance Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Burlington 905.336.0088 grievehome.com H Hadley-Irvine General Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2010 Georgetown 416.910.8419 hadley-irvine.com Hall Developments Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.254.5114 halldevelopments.com Hardcore Renos Member Since: 2015 Mississauga 416.433.5737 hardcorerenos.com Harlequin Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2009 Aurora 416.771.8597 harlequinhomes.ca Harper House Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Uxbridge 416.266.7896 Haylacon Construction Inc. Member Since: 2007 Oakville 416.219.5381 haylaconconstruction.com Heidan Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.543.2945 heidanconstruction.com Heres Renovations Inc. Member Since: 2007 Gormley 416.738.1895 heresrenovations.com Home Art Building Group Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Mississauga 416.888.0265 home-art.ca Home Editions Ltd. Member Since: 2000 Toronto 416.410.7844 homeeditions.com Home Reno Direct Member Since: 2015 Mississauga 905.564.9989 homerenodirect.com House Tune Up Member Since: 2012 Oakville 416.837.5242 housetuneup.ca Huntington General Inc. Member Since: 2013 Woodbridge 647.258.9315 huntingtongeneralinc.ca I Inspire Homes Inc. Member Since: 2008 Caledon 416.765.2020 inspirehomes.ca

Integrity Contracting Member Since: 2012 North York 647.738.4395 integrityhomeadditions.com Invictus Renovations Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.893.3967 J J. Gray Renovations Member Since: 2004 Thornhill 416.520.6366 grayreno.ca Jackson & Associates Inc. Design - Build - Renovate Member Since: 1998 Toronto 416.693.7870 jacksoninc.ca JD Nelson and Sons Ltd. Member Since: 2009 Ajax 647.223.1245 Josh Developments (1996) Ltd. Member Since: 1988 Toronto 416.318.4899 K Keystone Interiors Inc. Member Since: 2010 Woodbridge 905.850.0474 keystoneinteriors.ca Kayland Construction Concepts Inc. Member Since: 2015 Newmarket 905.836.0090 kaylandconcepts.com Keystone Ridge Developments Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.901.9426 keystoneridge.ca

Leslieville Home Improvements Div. of Nagim Construction Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.465.9410 leslievillehomeimprovement.com Lewitt Construction Inc. Member Since: 2004 Toronto 416.383.1221 lewittconstruction.com Lifestyles By Barons Inc. Member Since: 2010 Halton Hills 905.872.5777 lbbdesigns.ca Lokert General Plumbing Member Since: 2014 Burlington 905.634.6567 Louâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Improvements Member Since: 2008 North York 416.931.2664 loushomeimprovements.com M MacPherson Builders Ltd. Member Since: 1995 Richmond Hill 905.882.8000 macphersonbuilders.com Mane Construction Group Inc. Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.821.2622 maneconstruction.ca Markay Developments Member Since: 1996 Oakville 905.257.1220 markayhomes.com Master Edge Homes Member Since: 2009 Markham 905.201.1054 masteredgehomes.com

Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre Member Since: 2013 Pickering 905.686.2001 mkbi.com Myhaven Greenvision Homes Member Since: 2004 Richmond Hill 905.508.8075 greenhomebuildertoronto.com N Norseman Construction & Development Ltd. / Norseman Group Member Since: 2008 Toronto 647.435.5433 norsemanconstruction.ca Northern Edge Construction Services Ltd. Member Since: 1997 Scarborough 416.269.1900 noredge.com Nostco Construction Member Since: 2009 Markham 905.604.4511 nostco.com Novacon Construction Inc. Member Since: 2015 Pickering 416.881.7176 novacon.ca O Ommert Carpentry & Renovations Member Since: 2006 Ajax 416.843.5716 ommertrenovations.com Ontario Home Improvements Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Woodbridge 905.663.6060 ontariohomeimprovements.ca

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

Mather Fine Homes a division of Beechwood Investments Development Inc. Member Since: 1987 Toronto 416.482.9001 matherfinehomes.com

Kilbarry Hill Construction Limited Member Since: 2007 Markham 416.484.0701 kilbarryhill.com

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

Kingsway Home Improvements Inc. Member Since: 2010 Toronto 647.505.6869 kingswayhomeimprovements.com

Men At Work General Contractors Ltd. Member Since: 1994 Toronto 416.763.0763 menatwork.ca

Kingsway Home Renovations Member Since: 2014 Etobicoke 416.702.0762 kingswayhomerenovations.com

Method Homes Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.548.5988 methodhomes.ca

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

Mills Design Build Member Since: 2004 Oakville 905.847.7104 millsdb.ca

Pine Glen General Contractors Inc. Member Since: 2010 Oakville 905.827.1117 pineglen.ca

L Lakeland Builders Inc. Member Since: 2005 Concord 905.761.6660 lakelandbuilders.com

Modified Homes Member Since: 2013 Mississauga 905.301.2657 modifiedhomes.net

Plan A Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.873.6810 planabuilds.com

Modular Home Additions Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Mississauga 416.759.4663 modular.ca

Premier Quality Renovations Inc. Member SInce: 2015 Toronto 905.286.0303 premier-renovations.com

Leonardi Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2010 Mississauga 905.277.9085 leonardiconstruction.com Leprevo Design-Build Member Since: 2012 Etobicoke 647.893.3283 leprevo.ca

Modus Homes Inc. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.696.7856 modushomes.com

P P.J. Renovations Inc. Member Since: 1996 Etobicoke 416.621.1041 Pantera Building Contractors Member Since: 2011 Toronto 416.284.0077 panteracontracting.ca Penguin Basements Ltd. Member Since: 2014 North York 416.633.7180 Perma-Wood Solariums and Additions (1025722 Ontario Inc.) Member Since: 1994 Markham 905.475.5460 permawood.com

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PROBUILT Member Since: 1997 Bolton 905.533.4663 probuilt.ca Progressive Reno & Contracting Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.831.6717 Q Queensgate Homes Inc. Member Since: 1992 Woodbridge 905.264.0600 queensgatehomes.com R Ram Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2012 Richmond Hill 905.773.0507 ramcon.ca

Sandgate Construction Inc. 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 Serenity Homes Member Since: 2009 Toronto 416.551.6220 serenity-homes.ca

Regal Construction & Renovations Co. Ltd. Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.994.8183 regalconstruction.ca

SevernWoods Construction Inc. Member Since: 2008 Toronto 416.483.2941 severnwoods.com

Renditions Design Build Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Terra Cotta 416.606.9954 renditionsdesignbuild.com

Sheppard Pearl Waterproofing & Renovation (1450434 Ontario Inc.) Member Since: 2008 Scarborough 416.677.0888 iwaterproofing.ca

Renoco Group Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.402.4843 renoco.ca

Silverado Custom Homes Member Since: 2013 North York 416.823.7018 silveradocustomhomes.com

Renovation Experts/ Basement Experts Member Since: 2009 Richmond Hill 905.884.8585 renoexperts.ca

Silverpoint Fine Homes Inc. Member Since: 2008 Toronto 416.995.4119 silverpointfinehomes.com

Retreats Inc. Member Since: 2009 Georgetown 647.237.3878 homeretreats.ca

Simple Solutions Design & Build Contractors Inc. Member Since: 2013 Caledon Village 905.799.9199 simplesolutionsrenovations.ca

Ridgestone Construction Inc. Member Since: 2010 Woodbridge 905.264.7880 ridgestonehomes.com Rivet Development Corp. Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.464.2748 rivetdevelopment.com Rosehill Wine Cellars Inc. Member Since: 2013 Mississauga 905.275.0979 rosehillwinecellars.com Royal Home Improvements Member Since: 1997 Mississauga 416.236.4400 royalhomeimprovements.ca RS Homes Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.480.0282 rshomes.ca Rulestone Renovations Inc. Member Since: 1991 Carrying Place 416.694.6016 S Salerno Custom Homes Member Since: 2011 Mississauga 905.602.8611 salerno.ca

SNR Contracting Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Richmond Hill 647.866.7859 snrcontracting.ca Sosna Inc. Member Since: 2012 Richmond Hill 416.452.5259 sosna.ca South Light Design/Build Inc. Member Since: 2010 Toronto 416.457.4640 southlight.ca Space Converters Ltd. Member Since: 2005 Mississauga 416.219.5533 spaceconverters.com Spalding, K. Construction Inc. Member Since: 1996 Newmarket 905.898.5503 Span-Co General Contracting Services Ltd. Member Since: 2008 Markham 905.475.6282 spanco.ca SR Contracting Inc. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.827.6624 srcontracting.ca

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TIPEQ Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.623.8159 tipeqrenovations.ca

Woodcastle Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Mississauga 905.891.0200 woodcastle.ca

Stockridge Construction Ltd. Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.964.6800

Tishler Custom Homes Ltd. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.785.0060 tishlerhomes.com

Woodsmith Construction Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.937.5874 woodsmith.ca

Stonemill Developments Inc. Member Since: 2008 Oakville 905.847.5900 stonemill.ca Super 7 Group Member Since: 2005 Sharon 416.688.5599 super7group.com Superior Construction Luxury Homes Inc. (o/a Pahlbod Homes) Member Since: 2014 North York 416.625.1444 pahlbod.ca Superior Quality Renovations & Construction Inc. Member Since: 2003 Toronto 416.441.0084 sqrc.ca SweetHomeSpaces Member Since: 2012 Mississauga 647.299.3871 sweethomespaces.com T T. Sena Construction and Management Inc. Member Since: 2006 Woodbridge 905.850.1010 Templehouse Renovations Member Since: 2000 Toronto 416.932.9099 templehouse.com The Construction Group Member Since: 2005 Toronto 416.335.7911 theconstructiongroup.ca The English Carpenter Member Since: 2014 Toronto 647.269.3140 theenglishcarpenter.com The Fifth Wall Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.509.5512 thefifthwall.ca The Gatti Group Corp. Member Since: 2009 Vaughan 905.566.9072 thegattigroupcorp.com The Toolbox Group Inc. Member Since: 2005 Whitby 416.991.2229 thetoolbox.ca Three Season Complete Renovations Inc. Member Since: 2014 Belfountain 647.968.6455 Timberlea Construction and Roofing Ltd. Member Since: 2007 Mississauga 905.602.5959 timberleaconstruction.com

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C Cando Pro Roofing Member Since: 2011 Thornhill 416.629.2446 candoproroofing.com

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Capital Floors Inc. Member Since: 2015 Toronto 416.536.2200 capitalfloor.com

Willem Contracting Member Since: 2008 Etobicoke 416.579.2724 willemcontracting.ca Wilson Project Management Limited Member Since: 2007 Toronto 416.222.9433 wilsonproject.ca Window Choice Member Since: 2010 Mississauga 905.670.4600 windowchoice.ca

Chislett Asphalt Roofing Ltd. Member Since: 1986 Vaughan 905.738.9433 chislettroofing.com Conquest Carpet & Flooring (Division of Trust Flooring) Member Since: 1995 North York 416.745.8518 trustflooring.com D Dalmar Columns Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.747.6945 dalmar.ca

Darmaga Hardwood Flooring Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Richmond Hill 905.770.1900 darmaga.com

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DeMarco Mechanical Services Inc. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.820.9155 Dominion Roofing Member Since: 1957 Toronto 416.789.0601 dominionroofing.com E Electric Avenue, Inc. Member Since: 2015 Bolton 1.888.662.4449 electric-avenue.ca Elle & Co Construction Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.710.4419 ellecoinc.ca E-M Air Systems Inc. Member Since: 1997 Concord 905.738.0450 emair.ca Erindale Painting & Decorating Inc. Member Since: 2011 Concord 289.588.1810 erindalepainting.ca F Foamit.ca Spray Foam & Blown-In Insulation Member Since: 2012 Mississauga 416.893.8712 foamit.ca G Garage Door Depot Member Since: 2014 Mississauga 416.424.3400 garagedoordepot.ca George Kent Home Improvement Ltd. Member Since: 2014 Mississauga 905.670.2707 georgekent.ca H Home Corp Services Inc,/ Montwest Mechanical Inc. Member Since: 2003 Vaughan 905.660.8886 homecorpservices.com Hotwire Electric Member Since: 2013 Vaughan 416.553.5533 hotwire-electric.com J JAGG Enterprizes Inc. Member Since: 2007 Caledon 905.838.5244 jaggenterprizes.ca K Kingsway Carpets & Blinds Inc. Member Since: 2012 Toronto 416.253.0880 kingswaycarpetsandblinds.com

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Raywal Limited Member Since: 1957 Thornhill 905.889.6243 raywal.com Roussel Eavestrough Distributors Ltd. Member Since: 2011 Scarborough 416.438.4344 rousseleavestrough.com S Sure Seal Crack Injections Co. Ltd. Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.878.7295 crackinjections.com Sustain Electrical Services Member Since: 2014 Toronto 647.505.0692 T Tailored Living of Central Toronto Member Since: 2013 Toronto 416.631.7272 tailoredlivingcom The City Wide Group Inc. Member Since: 2014 Toronto 416.283.5500 citywidegroup.com Timeless Millwork Inc. Member Since: 2014 Concord 905.760.1985 timelessmillwork.com Trevisana Kitchen + Interiors Member Since: 2015 Toronto 647.748.8874 trevisanakitchens.com Trudel & Sons Roofing Ltd. Member Since: 1995 Stouffville 905.642.3515 trudelroofing.com U Uni-Tech Windows Mfrs. Inc. Member Since: 2015 Woodbridge 905.856.4011 uni-techwindows.com V Vacuflo Ontario Member Since: 2006 Toronto 416.445.6886 cyclonicvacs.com W Watertite Waterproofers Ltd. Member Since: 2002 Toronto 416.410.5326 watertite.ca Weston Flooring Ltd. Member Since: 2004 Woodbridge 416.746.8492 westonflooring.com

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