Best Amateur-Designed Bath: Zachary Leung - Remodelista
The winner of the Remodelista Considered Design Awards Best Amateur-Designed Bath is Zachary Leung of Toronto, Ontario. His project was chosen as a finalist by Remodelista editor in chief Julie Carlson who commented The gray and white tub... ...on a tile carpet is such a winning combo It s a cleanly linear setup that also has a subtle soft touch Zachary Leung s Design Statement For this remodel of a typical Toronto row house bathroom on a budget we visually opened up the tight space through... ...the use of glass natural light mirror and white walls A mix of modern and traditional elements updates the bathroom while honoring the history of the home Q Where do you live A I live in downtown Toronto Ontario in a typical style row house that was built in 1890 There s a great dynamic... ...energy that comes from this eclectic mix which I believe encourages some of the best restaurants shops and cafes to open up on this side of the city A What were your practical goals for the project Q The old bathroom was quite dated and the tiles were worn and starting to fall... ...off My goal was to modernize and open up the space while keeping some design references that would relate to the history of the home Q: What solutions did you find to your design problems?A: I decided to maintain the existing footprint of the previous bathroom and not move any plumbing to save on costs. By reusing the tub, I kept a historic design element, and also the smaller scale of the tub (compared to a modern one) allowed both a tub and shower to comfortably fit within the confines of the small bathroom. Q: What are your favorite features of the project?A: I love the natural light that floods the room. Q: What projects would you tackle if you had an unlimited budget?A: With an unlimited budget, I would love to start a company that builds and designs custom laneway homes. Q: What is your best secret design source?A: It’s not really a secret source, but I always try to analyze and make mental notes when I experience other well-designed spaces. The interiors of coffee shops and restaurants are also great from a design perspective as they are usually cozy and comfortable environments with elements that you can easily emulate at home.