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July 29, 2016

It's the Long Weekend! Here's What's Open and Closed on the Civic Holiday Monday



If you're considering a kitchen or bath renovation in your home, condo or cottage, drop by the Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre showroom. Our design team would be happy to discuss your plans with you.

Here are our Civic Holiday long weekend hours:
Saturday, July 30th - 9am to 5pm
Sunday, July 31st - closed
Monday, August 1st - closed
Tuesday, August 2nd - regular business hours resume

Below is a list of what's open -- and what's not -- around Toronto on Monday.

OPEN
  • Tourist attractions (Art Gallery of Ontario, ROM, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Zoo, Ripley’s Aquarium)
  • Major malls (Eaton Centre, Yorkville, Fairview, Sherway Gardens, Square One, Vaughan Mills) The Pickering Town Centre will be open 10am to 6pm.
  • Select Beer Store locations (click here for a list)
  • LCBO
  • Select grocery stores
  • Movie theatres

CLOSED
  • Banks
  • Libraries
  • Government offices
  • Post offices and mail delivery

For a full list of what's open and closed, click here.

April 2, 2015

Five Design Trends for Your Cottage Kitchen

Spring has finally started to show its face: the snow is melting and the sun is warming the air. It won’t be long until you open the cottage for another season of good times, great friends and lots of laughs. Is your cottage kitchen up for all that entertaining?

Just like there are new trends in home kitchens, there are also some new trends in the cottage kitchen world, too. If you’re re-designing your cottage kitchen this year before the summertime fun begins, you’ll want to remember these points.

Keep open concept in mind.
Often, when we are at the cottages of our friends and family, we want to help our hosts with meal preparation. A small kitchen can become even smaller when there are six hands trying to prep a meal for hungry guests. If you design an open concept kitchen, the space will not only feel bigger, but it can become a bigger kitchen by incorporating eating areas into its space.

Consider adding a second sink.
Again, with all the help you have in the kitchen, you might find you are tripping over each other and having trouble accessing all the areas you need to. The sink being a major one! A second sink allows guests to fill their glasses, wash vegetables, and even their hands, without having to come into the main cooking area of the home.

Drawers, drawers…and more drawers!
When we think about our home kitchen renovation projects, we always think how great it would be to add more drawers to the space. The cottage kitchen is no exception. In order to act as an effective multi-functioning space, the cottage should have an allocated storage spot for everything. And what better way to organize your expanding and unmatched containers than in a nice deep drawer? Maybe even an easy-to-reach drawer to store the kid-friendly plates so your little helpers can help set the table!

Ease of clean.
Let’s face it, the cottage is not somewhere you need to keep spotless 24/7. It’s a place to relax, a place to enjoy and often, a place to get dirty. When selecting the finishes for your kitchen cabinets, floors and counter tops, remember to select surfaces that are easy to clean.

An alternate location for the bar.
For many, the cottage is a place to kick back, relax and enjoy some drinks on the deck. Keeping a wet bar with a small fridge outside of the kitchen space is a great way to avoid congestion in the kitchen at meal times. It will draw those in need of refreshment away from the workspace, and ensure a safe and uncluttered prep area.

Are you ready to renovate your cottage kitchen?
The designers at Monarch are ready to help you achieve the kitchen of your cottage dreams! Call us at 905-686-2001 or drop by our showroom today.

July 31, 2014

What's Open and Closed on the Civic Holiday

Happy Civic Holiday Long Weekend from Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
Are you considering a kitchen or bath renovation in your home, condo or cottage? Drop by the Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre showroom this weekend-- our designers would be happy to discuss your design plans with you.

Here are our Civic Holiday long weekend hours:

Friday, August 1 - 9am to 5pm
Saturday, August 2nd - 9am to 5pm
Sunday, August 3rd - closed
Monday, August 4th - closed
Tuesday, August 5th - regular business hours resume

Below is a list of what's open -- and what's not -- around Toronto on Monday.

OPEN
  • Tourist attractions (ROM, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Zoo, Ripley’s Aquarium)
  • Major malls (Eaton Centre, Yorkville, Fairview, Sherway Gardens, Square One, Vaughan Mills)
  • Select Beer Store locations
  • LCBO
  • Movie theaters
CLOSED
  • Tourist attractions (AGO, TIFF Bell Lightbox)
  • Banks
  • Government offices
  • Post offices and mail delivery
For a full list of what's open and closed, click here.

We hope you enjoy a safe and happy Civic Holiday long weekend!

April 3, 2014

Summer in Style with a Beautiful Cottage Kitchen or Bath by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

It's that time of year again. The birds are chirping, the air is warming...your mind is wandering to memories of last year and lazy days spent at the cottage.

If this is your year to update and renovate your cottage, why not drop by the Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre showroom today for design inspiration and to chat with a member of our design team? We'll answer your cottage design and renovation questions and discuss ways to make your design dreams a reality before summer vacation gets into full swing.

With over 30 years experience in kitchen and bath design, Monarch is among a limited number of renovation contractors in the Greater Toronto Area who are Renomark™ Approved. Renomark™ identifies contractors who have agreed to the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s Code of Ethics and a renovation-specific Code of Conduct.

Discover how Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre can transform your cottage into your home away from home.

Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre 
Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
Cottage bath design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre >
 
Cottage bath design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

July 26, 2013

Relax in Style: 5 Stunning Cottage Country Kitchen and Bath Designs by Monarch

Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre 
Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
Cottage kitchen design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
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Cottage bath design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

May 16, 2013

Happy Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre Clients Can Be Found Across the GTA and Beyond

Many thanks to our loyal clients who have recently posted their reviews of Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre on Homestars.com:

Lisa from Old Toronto, posted May 8, 2013
We gutted our house in January 2011. We used Monarch to design and install new cabinets in our house. Marion did the design for the kitchen. She is so creative and talented as a designer. Marion helped transform our small, enclosed kitchen into an open bright space with more cabinet space than we can use. The kitchen was installed on time. We had an issue with the crown moulding falling down. Both times we contacted Monarch they were quick to respond to and correct the problem. I was impressed because the last time we had a problem with the moulding Neal replaced all of our moulding with brand new moulding, no questions asked. Our kitchen is beautiful.

Paul and Chris Lovell from Whitby, posted April 18, 2013
Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre did an excellent job installing our kitchen. Our designer Marion was extremely helpful and provided great advice when selecting the products for our kitchen. Staff were very professional and dealt with any concerns we had both during the design process and installation. I would highly recommend Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre to anyone considering a renovation.

Moira Ashby from North York, posted April 10, 2013
We hired Monarch, on the recommendation of our builder Integrity Construction, to do our new cottage kitchen in Bobcaygeon. They offer a full service. going beyond kitchen design. They helped me create my dream kitchen incorporating all of my wants, and unique design features. Integrity and Monarch worked very well together as a team to turn our dream into a reality. I found the Monarch team very professional, detailed, and organized. It was a pleasure working with my designer Sarah, wholistened very carefully. Neil the owner of Monarch took a “hands on” approach to our project and was always available for site meetings and any questions that we had. The team at Monarch delivered an absolutely gorgeous kitchen. I would highly recommend Monarch to anyone. Thank you to the Monarch Team.

Deborah from Pickering, posted April 2, 2013
We have dealt with Monarch Kitchen for over a decade now, first with a total kitchen reno and more recently, an ensuite bathroom reno. Neil Samson is wonderful to deal with and is very customer focused. After almost 3 years, I was having difficulty with the top vanity drawer and so I called Monarch to ask for a service call. Neil came over personally and when he saw how the drawer mechanisms were working, he wasn't satisfied and decided to have 4 new drawers built and replaced no-charge. Needless to say, I was delighted! I would recommend Monarch not only for its product lines and cost competitiveness, but also for it's 5 star customer satisfaction policy. 

Brenda and Greg O’Connor from Oakville, posted April 2, 2013
Kevin Samson and his team at Monarch helped us to give our kitchen a wonderful update. The backsplash, quartz countertop and new sink/faucet are great updates to our home. They did a great job coordinating the makeover.

May 13, 2013

Don’t Miss the 21st Annual Bobcaygeon House Tour

Have you ever driven past a beautiful house and wondered what it looked like inside? This June, take a peak inside some truly stunning homes in the heart of Ontario’s cottage country.


View the inside of this custom-built home by Integrity Construction on the Bobcaygeon House Tour.


Bobcaygeon’s 21st Annual House Tour takes place on Saturday, June 8th, from 1 to 5 p.m.  Enjoy an afternoon of house-hopping while supporting local charities.

Tickets for the Bobcaygeon Annual House Tour can be purchased at the following locations:

My Favourite Things
10 King St. E., Bobcaygeon

Purdy’s Jewellery & Gems
61 Bolton St., Bobcaygeon

Bobcaygeon Chamber of Commerce
21 Canal St. E., Bobcaygeon

Town & Country Decorating Centre
50 Anne St., Bobcaygeon

Stokes-on-Trent
8 Colborne St., Fenelon Falls

Please note that slippers must be worn in all homes and cameras are not allowed.

Click here to learn more, call 705-738-9032 or email joan.wesley@sympatico.ca.

April 5, 2013

Looking for a contractor in Cottage Country? Integrity Construction and Monarch team up with spectacular results!


It's that time of year again. The birds are chirping, the air is warming and the cottage has started calling your name.

While it may be a bit too soon to open your cottage, you can get ready for the warmer months at The Spring Cottage Life Show, on this weekend (April 5th to 7th) at Toronto's International Centre (Airport Rd. & Derry Rd.).

Enjoy a day of free seminars, presentations and cooking demos; discover new products and services from industry professionals; even rub elbows with HGTV personalities Colin and Justin. Hosts of Colin & Justin's Home Heist, this popular design duo have recently purchased a cottage in Muskoka, Ontario, and are ready to share their cottage design and renovation plans.

While you are at the show gaining inspiration and dreaming about all the things you'd like to change at your own cottage, you may wonder how to go about finding a qualified contractor you can trust so far from home.

Look no further than Integrity Construction Services out of Lindsay, Ontario. An industry leader, Integrity is a full-service company that specializes in the custom designs and builds of both homes and cottages. Recently, Integrity sought out the services of Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre to design and install the kitchen and bath at a whole-cottage renovation they performed for Moira and Roger Ashby.

The Ashby’s 100-year-old cottage is located in beautiful Bobcaygeon, Ontario. Integrity Construction transformed what was once a small, outdated cottage into a stunning home-away-from-home the Ashbys can now welcome friends and family over the warmer months. It was our pleasure to consult and coordinate with the Ashbys on the selection of such key design elements as their kitchen cabinetry, countertop, backsplash and tile.

Here is the cottage BEFORE the contractors at Integrity Construction began work:
 
Ashby cottage BEFORE

Ashby cottage BEFORE







Here are some photos of the Ashby’s kitchen during renovation.

Ashby cottage RENO IN PROGRESS by Integrity Construction

Ashby cottage RENO IN PROGRESS by Integrity Construction


Please stay tuned for pictures of the final unveiling in coming weeks.

Is this the year you update your cottage? Call Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre today at 905-686-2001. Our designers and contractors will go wherever you need us to be.

April 18, 2012

Dream Kitchen Design Ideas for Your Cottage

Alison Thomas from Coastal Living magazine explains the inspiration behind her design of this "cottage coastal kitchen" in Kohler's Idea home in South Carolina. Watch the video below to discover how she used simple, common sense design elements to make a small space more functional and appear larger.