Bathrooms
July 20, 2022
Two Beautiful Ensuites, Two Unique Looks
Planning a bathroom renovation can be daunting, so we made it a little easier for you by giving you two different takes on creating a serene, blissful bathroom. From a French-inspired ensuite with aged brass and crisp white walls, to a modern principal bathroom with graphic hits of black and marble-look porcelain, these spa-like spaces will inspire your next bathroom makeover.
Which style speaks to you? Scroll down to find out!
Look #1:
French Flair
The Designers:
Erin Feasby and Cindy Bleeks, Feasby & Bleeks Design.
The Clients:
Kerry Collings a communications and project manager, and Greg Collings, a private equity firm partner.
The Ask:
A new design that preserves the footprint while amping up traditional charm.
The Must-have:
Extra storage and two sinks.
How They Did It:
- Navy blue painted vanities
- Aged brass hardware and fixtures
- Custom white oak storage cabinet
- Crisp white walls
- Patterned Carrara marble floor tile
- Oversized landscape paintings
Erin and Cindy transformed Kerry and Greg’s 134-square-foot ensuite bath as part of a whole-home renovation of the couple’s 1940s-era Toronto home. “We try to give design elements a functional purpose, and we wanted every aspect of the space to be cohesive,” says Cindy. That meant separating the shower enclosure and tub so their clients could move around freely. They also updated the skylight and divided the double vanity with a tall white oak storage cabinet to give each homeowner their own space.
Some of the heritage character remains intact (like the charming angled ceiling) while new elements, like the patterned floor tile, give it a contemporary feel. The mix of styles is harmonious and elegant — a hallmark of Feasby & Bleeks Design. “I love combining styles for a truly curated look,” says Cindy. “It’s not too modern and not too traditional.”
The mirrors and white oak storage unit were custom made for the clients.
Look #2:
Graphic Modern
The Designer:
Jaime Zimmerman, JPZ Interiors.
The Clients:
Jonathan Paul, a financial adviser, and Romy Paul, an occupational therapist.
The Ask:
A modern and elegant bathroom that will stand the test of time.
The Must-have:
A custom vanity with tons of storage.
How They Did It:
- Polished and veined porcelain tile
- Custom maple double vanity
- Enclosed water closet
- Graphic black mullions and window frames
- Mixed-metal finishes
- Black accents that pop
For their new-build in Toronto’s Armour Heights neighborhood, Jonathan and Romy knew they wanted a spacious, elegant ensuite with contemporary flair. Jaime Zimmerman of JPZ Interiors, who has a knack for creating clean-lined spaces with timeless appeal, was the perfect designer for the project. “Jonathan and Romy have two children, and this is their own personal space,” says Jaime. “They wanted a tranquil retreat that they could use together without feeling confined.”
Now, the 195-square-foot bathroom features glossy porcelain tile that has the look of marble without the price tag, a double vanity — with tons of storage — and an enclosed water closet for privacy. Textural accessories such as the wicker basket and vintage stool warm things up, while graphic black accents like the pendant over the tub add drama to the otherwise neutral palette.