When starting a renovation or new build, the choices you make from the ground up matter. Selecting timeless, durable materials for kitchens and bathrooms doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a strategic approach, you can invest in pieces that elevate your space and stand the test of time while increasing long-term value and everyday functionality.
Kitchen Design Inspiration with HomeSense
Often called the heart of the home, the kitchen is where function meets personal expression. Warm finishes, layered textures, and collected details give this space a lived-in feel. With thoughtfully curated finds at accessible price points, HomeSense helps add character and individuality to your everyday moments, making it easier to create a timeless kitchen design that feels both elevated and inviting.
Custom Cabinetry by Rocpal Custom Cabinets
Natural wood and warm cabinetry tones take center stage as a major 2026 design trend. Rocpal Custom Cabinets offers a refined way to incorporate organic materials alongside rich, luxurious countertops and backsplashes. Proudly designed and manufactured in Canada, Rocpal uses locally sourced wood and premium finishes to create custom cabinetry that elevates kitchens and living spaces alike. Each project is thoughtfully tailored, blending natural textures with sophisticated surfaces for a unique look that suits each home’s style.
Where to find: Rocpal Custom Cabinets 223 King St W, Oshawa, ON
Bathroom Vanity Trends at Bath Depot
Wooden vanities are having a major moment—and Bath Depot is leading the trend. From rich natural finishes to sleek, modern silhouettes, wooden vanities are redefining today’s bathrooms with warmth, texture, and timeless appeal. Bath Depot offers a wide range of vanity styles designed to suit every space and aesthetic—from long, statement-making vanities to compact options for smaller bathrooms, as well as fluted designs, floor-mounted classics, and contemporary wall-mounted looks. Available with or without vanity tops, each piece is thoughtfully designed to blend style with functionality. Proudly Canadian, Bath Depot continues to deliver on-trend bathroom solutions that elevate everyday spaces while reflecting the way we live today.
Tile and Stone Selections from SS Tile and Stone Inc.
Tiles from my SS tile supplier are a go-to when I’m sourcing for both renovations and new builds. Their collections balance timeless design with durability, offering a wide range of finishes, textures, and colour ways that work beautifully across kitchens, bathrooms, and feature spaces. I love that their tiles are not only visually striking but also practical—made to stand up to everyday wear while elevating the overall design.
Where to buy: SS Tile and Stone Inc.
Luxury Kitchen Faucets by Moen
The Cia kitchen faucet from Moen combines superior hands-free technology with stunning modern elegance, elevating any space with sophisticated style. Moen’s Weymouth kitchen faucet features distinctive accents including porcelain inlays with Euro-influenced decorative script and signature styling elements to make an extravagant statement in a Traditional kitchen.
Visit moen.ca for stores.