Client’s simple request: look of a luxury hotel

By Sylvia Shaw

Before

The house, set on ocean view property in Ladner, was certainly worth the upscale upgrade, which was entrusted to veteran contractors Kenorah Construction and Design Ltd., of Delta, and cost $78,000 to complete.

The deep, air-jetted BainUltra ThermoMasseur soaker tub is sunk into black beauty granite and features a dual-sided gas fireplace for intimate relaxation.

The ensuite is part of a whole-house renovation (the kitchen portion was profiled in Home Makeover last summer) yet extra care was taken in this, the busy client’s private sanctuary.
The custom-built limestone and glass shower, for example, features black beauty granite seating and shelving, an oversized Grohe rain head-shower, and multi-head, adjustable body spray system.

The flooring is composed of 18-by-36-inch limestone tiles, warmed by in-floor radiant heating. The makeover was named the top master suite renovation in B.C. for 2006.

The BainUltra air-jet soaker tub is framed in granite and boasts a view-through gas fireplace perched at one end.

A bidet and toilet, both low-flow versions, are tucked discreetly into their own space. Not shown is a reclaimed vintage leaded-glass door that provides extra privacy.

A nod to the environment is found in the reclaimed leaded glass doors that discreetly shield the low-flow dual-flush Caroma toilet and bidet.

Access to the outdoor pool and garden area is through Euroline Tilt-and-Turn French doors.
The natural gas fireplace, wireless remote controlled lighting and high-end audio system add to the sensual and luxurious experiences provided by this makeover space.

Detail of the handcrafted travertine marble vessel sink set in a black, custom-built cabinet