Client Type
Multi-unit Residential Landlord
Scope
Floor tile | Grout | Vanity | Lighting | Closet Framing & Drywall | Paint
Role
- Design consultation | Work execution | Procurement
Date
April 2021
Rental Renovations
Rental renovation budgets are largely established to achieve a required return on investment over a specified payback period, given the estimated additional income the renovation will generate.
This means, trade-offs are unavoidable, especially with older properties. I help my clients navigate difficult budget allocation decisions with a view to achieving the best overall result that will maximize the property's income earning potential.
Project Brief
This bathroom refresh was part of a larger apartment remodel, and decisions had to be made about where to allocate the budget for the best overall result. In this regard, removal of the original 1960's green tile, would have materially altered the scope and cost of the bathroom update to the detriment of other projects and so it was decided to leave the tile in place.
The objective was to brighten and modernize the room and the challenge was to incorporate the green tile in a way that looked intentional. There’s no getting around it, the green tile makes a big statement.
Project Commentary
A monochromatic colour scheme gives the tile center stage while simplifying the overall feel of the space.
Pairing it with simple white hexagonal floor tiles and white lacquer vanity evokes a modern and fresh vibe, while staying true to the midcentury heritage of the room.
New high-contrasting bright white grout emphasizes the tile's graphic quality, giving it an edgy-retro, less-dated feel.
A simple white tile baseboard with chrome tile trim was added to cover the black border tiles at the base of the wall. Repeating the metal detail from the vanity hardware and fixtures, on the baseboard trim, helps to create a more cohesive overall look.
The bathtub was refurbished with new glazing and fixtures.
The existing medicine cabinet was also modernized with a custom shadow box frame, hidden soft close euro hinges, and new pulls.
The bathroom closet also received a total overhaul with new framing, drywall, wire shelving and a plumbing access door.
