Bathroom Renovations
8 Common Bathroom Mistakes To Avoid
Bathroom design has come a long way in recent decades, evolving from a utilitarian space used to clean oneself to a relaxing retreat meant for luxuriating and unwinding. Because of this shift, more homeowners are looking to remodel their dark, dated bathrooms into magnificent showpieces that feature many premium bath fixtures and design elements. And,…
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One of the latest trends in bathroom design is the notion of accessibility for all. Known as universal design, this concept is driven by the need to accommodate the functional requirements of everyone, including children, adults and seniors, with or without activity limitations or disabilities. These bathrooms are often quite spacious and offer a…
+ Read More9 Big Ideas For Small Bathroom Spaces
Unless you live in a custom home or sprawling estate, you are likely dealing with at least one small or inefficient bathroom in your home. In fact, tight bathroom spaces are a common challenge for most homeowners in Toronto or Mississauga, where square footage comes at a premium. Next to kitchens, bathrooms are some of…
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Nothing evokes a sense of relaxation like a spa-inspired bathroom. At the end of a long day, it’s the ideal space to retreat to for serenity, solitude and a long soak in the tub. Many homeowners dream of having a bathroom like the ones they see in the pages of design magazines – which is…
+ Read MoreRenovations: Return on Investment – Part 1
When it comes to renovations, we always advise our clients that they are renovating their home for themselves, not for the next person who may purchase the home down the road. Choosing to renovate because you think it will yield more money when selling the home isn’t always a good strategy. Why? Because the person…
+ Read MoreProject Spotlight: Accessible Bathroom Renovation
Our client, a Canadian Forces veteran wanted a bathroom that better fit his needs. He is wheelchair bound yet extremely independent, and it was important for him to remain that way. The existing bathroom was typical for a home 50+ years old. It was small and dated, and the tightness of this space made it…
+ Read MoreProject Spotlight: Mississauga Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation in Mississauga The Mississauga home was built in the 1980s and it was time to modernize and remodel the facilities. The bathroom was rather large – 12′ x 15′ for a total of 180 square feet – yet the entire décor, such as the mirrors, pot-lights and tile, was dated, making…
+ Read MoreProject Spotlight: Toronto Kitchen & Bath Renovation
Our Toronto homeowners had a 50-year-old home that needed updated. The kitchen was typical for a Toronto home built in the1960s, closed in by walls on all sides. A single bathroom served the entire family. They dreamed of a larger kitchen and a master ensuite. Originally, the homeowner had considered building a house…
+ Read MoreBathroom Renovation and Remodeling Trends
Home construction and renovation continues to evolve, as product, trend and lifestyle changes influence the design of our living spaces. At Inspire Homes, we renovate more bathrooms than any other room in the house, and we have compiled a list of the most significant trends we’re seeing in bathroom design. We hope this gives you…
+ Read MoreBathroom Renovation: Remove Jacuzzi, Add Heated Floor
In the 1980s, many new homes were built with a Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. But not a large Jacuzzi, tub, just a standard sized 32 inch by 60 inch tub. As these bathrooms are coming due for renovation and remodeling, we’re noticing a trend. Homeowners want to remove the Jacuzzi tub, and install a…
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