Article by Michelle Heslop. Photos by Jody Beck.
Like the old adage says, you don’t need a lot of clients, just happy ones. Which explains why this retired couple hired MAC Renovations for a second time when they were ready to renovate their master ensuite. After previously working with this Cordova Bay couple to update their 1980’s waterfront townhome, on the former site of the renowned Fabled Cottage, Terri Wills, designer at MAC Reno was ready to tackle an ensuite refresh. For these homeowners with an appetite for quality materials and a no-nonsense design sense, their vision was to create an airy and bright 150 square feet that would allow the expansive sea views to sing.
“The first challenge I noted about the original ensuite was that when the door was open from the bedroom, all you could see was the toilet. The shower stall was small with tracks that were difficult to clean. Once inside the shower, the soap shelf protruded into the space making showering quite uncomfortable. Although it wasn’t a primary design goal, we did include some aspects of aging-in-place like a low threshold shower and backing for future grab bars,” says Wills.
This ensuite is the perfect example of the fact that you don’t need glitz and glam to attain luxury. The timeless materials in neutral tones will stand the test of time in durability and style. The wavy matte tile behind the tub echoes the stretch of sea just beyond the ensuite windows. Heated floors are a welcomed addition when the winter months turn cloudy and cold.
