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WELLNE S S DE SIGN
a nod to the health of the environment as well,
and the designer specifi ed low-VOC paints and
zero-formaldehyde millwork.
Th e layered lighting plan includes undercabinet
strip lighting built into the cabinets and provides
consistent countertop illumination and minimal
shadows. Th e design does not include decorative
pendants over the island to provide an unblocked
view from the kitchen to the dining area.
As this project took place during the onset
of COVID, air quality was also a priority. Th e
contractor for the project installed a split AC/
filtration system, and the hood needed to be
high functioning since the husband loves to cook
often. Banfi eld also included areas where the
couple could bring in plants, and as the townhome
has windows on both sides, plenty of natural
light fi lters through the space.
The homeowners use the island and countertop
for everything from preparing meals to
folding clothes from the adjacent dryer, and Banfi
eld says the two heights function for someone
needing to sit down, rest on a walker or stand up
to complete tasks in the kitchen.
ENRICHING THE PRIMARY BATH
Th e designer brightened up the previously dark
space with lighter paint and a custom vanity in a
light-toned sandy oak fi nish. He incorporated a
soaking tub and a layered lighting plan for diff erent
activities. Th e corners on the tub are mitered
to keep it watertight and easy to clean. According
to Banfi eld, mitering not only produces a more
natural look, but it also helps the fi xture appear as
a slab of stone instead of separate pieces.
He enlarged the shower by removing a pony
wall and added a bench and an adjustable showerhead.
Both bathrooms in the condo feature
motion-sensor lighting, making them easy to
navigate at nighttime. In the primary, Banfi eld
incorporated accessible lower drawers for storage,
and the shower niche is reachable by someone
standing or sitting on the bench.
Th e project was successful because of clearly
communicated ideas, prompt responses to queries
and identifying which products and fi nishes
would require long lead times. Th e clients are
thrilled with their townhome renovation and
also appreciated the design team's clever solutions
for maximizing the space.
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SOURCES: DESIGNER: Jamie Banfi eld, Jamie Banfi eld Design; PHOTOGRAPHER: Janis Nicolay ● KITCHEN BAR STOOLS: Hay; CABINETS: Upper Canada Forest Products; COUNTERTOPS:
Caesarstone; FAUCET: Brizo; FLOORING:Woodpecker Hardwood Floors;HARDWARE: Emtek; HOOD & RANGE: Dacor; LIGHTING: Nora Lighting ● PRIMARY BATH COUNTERTOP: Caesarstone;
FAUCET & HARDWARE: Brizo; LIGHTING: Wayfair; SHOWER FIXTURES: Kohler; TILE: Ames Tile & Stone & Euro Tile; TUB: Hytec; VANITY: Upper Canada Forest Products
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ABOVE caption here
BELOW The designer was able
to enlarge the shower a few
feet and added a bench and
adjustable showerhead along
with the rainhead. The tub has
a sizable ledge in the event
anyone needs assistance
getting in or out.
RIGHT Motion-sensor lighting
under the vanity in the primary
bath makes wayfi nding easier
at night
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