Eastern Influence

The lush wool area rug and sleek black granite, coupled with the deluxe corner Jacuzzi and European shower, elevate this subdivision en suite to one of spa status. This elegant panel of Japanese river ladies hand painted in muted tones on "faux stone" was commissioned to serve as a door to a full size linen/storage closet.

Eastern Influence continued

The mirrored wall above the vanity conceals wall-to-wall medicine cabinets, maximizing storage space. Keeping the counters free adds to the Zen feeling of this luxurious bathroom.

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Shaila,
Frank and the kids keep telling me that they feel as if they are in a 5 star hotel. We love our new bathroom, and the process (escept for the first 2 days) was virtually painless!!!
Elaine Sammeroff

A New Lease on Life

This "vanity" was purchased in a second hand store. In its former incarnation, it was the blonde-wood buffet of a French-Provincial dining room set. BUT the length was perfect, and the price was right. The drawers were originally situated inside the cupboards, but were relocated above the doors, for function and height. The hardware was removed (and used later on another cabinet), new mouldings and hardware were added, and the cabinet was spray painted in a fine stone texture. It was outfitted with an undermount sink and black granite top. The result was an ECO chic vanity for a fraction of the cost of a new one. The mirror, a family heirloom was moved from the "we don't know what to do with this" pile in the garage, and given a place of prominence. It's not in the dining room, where Granny had it, but we think she'd approve!

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Dear Shaila,

Gerry and I want to thank you so much for helping make our bathroom such a beautiful place to be. We are thoroughly enjoying it, and it's all because of our chance meeting.
I'm glad we had the time to reconnect and I look forward to working with you again.

Fondly,

Sheri

Small Footprint

One doesn't have to give up style or function in a small space. The challenge was to create a light-filled, high-impact, shared en suite with storage for two teenagers. The solution lay in cantilevering and angling the glass block shower walls (reflected in mirror)... thus adding to the footprint of the shower while bringing in beautiful filtered light. Marble tiles line the shower walls, floor, product and display niches, and coupled with chrome body jets and hardware add to the shimmer as well as the function.The glass block is repeated on the floor and half-wall to give this tiny space dimension, and illuminated to give it pizzazz. Mirrored wall-to-wall cabinets above the sink and toilet provide ample his/her storage.

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Shaila, You have blown us away with this unique, funky bathroom! You were right to insist on creating a shared bathroom, even tho' it meant giving up part of a closet in each of our bedrooms. We still ended up with enough storage in the bathroom and closet space in the bedrooms, thanks to your great imagination...and teaching us how to fold our clothes!!!
Brian and Carly

Big Impact

In a powder room not much larger than an airplane lavatory the impact has to be huge. This mini space boasts a wall hung counter fabricated in luminous gray and turquoise tiles. Wall-mounted faucets service this small vessel sink. Mirrors above the vanity and toilet (on the opposite wall) reflect the fabulous crystal fixture, many times, giving the room an expansive feeling.

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Dear Shaila,

Reducing the size of the powder room to enlarge the closet and the kitchen was very scary to me. You kept saying not to worry...we'd make up for the size with sizzle! All 3 spaces are super-functional, magnificent and we love them. Thanks for seeing us through this transition.

Robin

To Each His Own

This custom double medicine cabinet boasts a two-toned decorative false front while the side panels open to give each person access to his things. The aqua colour found in the textured glass vessels is repeated in the cabinet and the runner. To maximize storage, and allow for two sinks, the Caesarstone covered wood vanity was built up onto the step. Travertine tiles and mirror add to the elegance.

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Dear Shaila,

In renovating our condo we were faced with many obstacles. You helped us plan for all of those physical challenges, which were both new and scary to us. Tho' we couldn't move the concrete walls and shower drain, you managed to create super functional and sophisticated spaces with great traffic flow and easy access. You stepped up to the plate, took over completely and made a terrible time for us so much better.

Gratefully,

Jen and Meyer

Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Sandwiched between a concrete wall and the kitchen, this condo bathroom lacked the wheelchair access that its new owner required. A passionate chef by trade, the thought of encroaching on his beloved kitchen footprint by even the required 13inches was not welcome news. Although there still isn't enough room to turn around in the chair, the owner is now able to maneuver the space with ease, and the kitchen was redesigned in such a way that the re-oriented real estate has no impact on its function or aesthetic. The bathtub was replaced with this easy access vanity complete with medicine / storage cabinets, which open from both sides, a bank of drawers and open shelves for his extensive cologne collection.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place continued

Showering in the wheelchair was made possible by reversing and enlarging the existing shower stall previously located in the adjacent ensuite. Therapeutic body sprays and a hand-held shower enhance the showering experience.
With space at a premium, traditional door solutions were not viable. Frosted glass panes were added to this fabulous antique barn door, which was mounted on industrial sliders outside the washroom to ensure privacy, while adding an historical touch. This room is a contrast of dark and light, rich wood and frosted glass, textured porcelain and polished granite tiles. The granite tiled vanity and feature wall in the shower is trimmed with complimentary mosaic tiles, which are repeated as banding on the floor, and served as the inspiration for the colour scheme.

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Dear Shaila,
As you know, moving from our house into our condo was traumatic and we were faced with many obstacles. You helped us plan for all of those physical challenges, which were both new and scary to us. Tho' we couldn't move the concrete walls and shower drain, you managed to create super functional and sophisticated spaces with great traffic flow and easy access. You stepped up to the plate, took over completely and made a terrible time for us so much better.
Gratefully,
Jen and Meyer

What's Your Angle?

This custom floating vanity, Moroccan mirror and hand- painted fabric wall add drama, texture and sophistication to a small powder room.

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Hi Shaila,

We absolutely love the funky angled vanity and painted fabric walls. We asked for a wow and you delivered. What we didn't expect was the camouflaged storage wall, which quadruples the space that we had before. We also love Ken's office. The metallic ceiling and bands on the walls of his "padded cell" are so sleek. You are the best!

Lil

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This elegant wood scrollwork was found at a junkyard. It was carefully stripped, stained and applied to this custom mirrored vanity, which graces a small condo powder room. Textured wallpaper and a delicate scrolled mirror add the finishing touches.

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Hi Shaila
Thank you for your endless support and talent in turning a pile of rubble into a beautiful living space. This reno was daunting, but you were so available to us and guided us through a maze of decisions.
I really enjoyed spending time with you; choosing fabrics, furniture, knobs, sinks and all the "decorator stuff“ too numerous to mention.
Your design for the kitchen, wall-units vanities are original, fabulous and so functional. Our headboard is the envy of everyone who sees it.
You brought us a terrific contractor, cabinet-maker and all your people behind the scenes. Your creativity is boundless and we are blessed with a fantastic result.
Ron and I are so proud of our new home, thanks to you. I just wanted to express my eternal appreciation.
Love,
Marlene