Interior design: Belynda Chen Interiors
Belynda Chen Interiors transformed this kitchen into a beautiful kitchen with plenty of storage and a natural flow into the dining room that’s perfect for everyday living and hosting.
This room wasn’t being used to its fullest so Christine of Christine Roberts Design designed it into a breakfast room with custom built-in storage, new flooring, and a breakfast bar in the corner.
Maru Bistro is a local gem in the Leslieville neighbourhood of Toronto. The menu blends traditional Japanese flavours and dishes with modern French techniques. The restaurant creates an upscale, but casual experience, perfect for special occasions or a nice Friday night dinner.
Popular dishes include delightful crispy nori canapés, chirashi don with a variety of ingredients, flavourful miso soup and more. They also curate a delicious drink menu, including sake and craft cocktails.
Maru Bistro not only focuses on great food but also on an excellent dining experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, while soft music plays in the background, giving you a cozy atmosphere to eat and talk comfortably.
Salmon nori canapé
Salmon nori canapé
Seafood tempura
Scallop nori canapé
Chirashi don
Tuna tartare on crispy rice
Christine Roberts Design was tasked with designing a narrow L-shaped galley kitchen with colour, contrast, and pattern. She accomplished that by choosing a blush colour for the upper cabinets that continue up to the ceiling. This soft and subtle colour drenching gave the kitchen a unique look without overwhelming the space.
To balance out the light colours, she incorporated dark countertops and lower cabinets and added pattern in the hexagonal terrazzo floor tile.
Continuing this main floor remodel series, Studio ALC added skylights and opened up the ceiling to create a taller, vaulted ceiling. This allows natural light to stream in from both the existing bay window and the skylights. The home didn’t get much light before, but now it’s bright and open throughout the day.
