AyA Kitchen Living | Issue 11
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KITCHEN SPACES EXCITING

CONTENTS WRITER GRAPHIC DESIGNER Mike Cordeiro & PHOTOGRAPHER Nelson Costa 2, From The Top Shelf Message from the President 4, The Art Of Living AVANI with Walnut features 8 AVANI By Burdifilek Award winning AVANI kitchen 1( Active House First of its kind eco home 14. Small Space Solutions Smart options for modern living CANADA: Miffissauga (head office) AyA Kitchens & Baths, Ltd. (905) 848.1999 Ajax AyA Kitchen Gallery (905) 686.1008 Alliston AyA of South Simcoe/ Alliston (705) 434.5070 Barria AyA Kitchens of Bathe (705) 730.0292 Caai bridge Cambridge Kitchens 8, Baths...

Modern, Minimalist, Urban, Contemporary - choose your adjective, but they all point to the same aesthetic and it's taking the world of cabinetry by storm. It wasn't very long ago that our Kitchen Living magazine showcased a fairly equal mix of Urban, Transitional and Classic styles. Flipping through this, our eleventh issue, it is hard not to notice the predominance of the modernist influence. From city condos to country homes, it's popping up everywhere. Once the mainstay of European design, the clean lines of slab doors and minimal details are now firmly ensconced in the North American...

The entire home shares the same philosophy of simplistic beauty where less is more, a clutter-free environment where concept and execution meet. Another great design feature can be found in the walnut bulkhead that defines the kitchen space in this fabulous open concept house. The cabinetry features push to open mechanics eliminating surface hardware and maintaining the minimal aesthetic. Fully integrated appliances allow the finishes and design to shine. The sleek and luxurious exterior and interior design lend perfectly to the clean lines and subtle details of AVAN I. THE ART OF LIVING...

AVANI BY BURDIFILEK BOLD USE OF MATERIALS, SCULPTURAL FORMS AND FINE DETAILS SHOWCASE THE CRAFTSMANSHIP AND VERSATILITY OF AVANI AVANI Kitchens in collaboration with the internationally renowned interior design dynamic duo Diego Burdi and Paul Filek of Burdifilek created this dramatic kitchen to wow Toronto's Interior Design Show audience. The warm textured palette expressed in sumptuous materials elegantly captures Avani's quiet sophistication. A showcase of simplistic beauty in texture and materials, this concept space features Avani ultra matte Fenix Grigio doors with Malga textured...

ACTIVE HOUSE BUILDINGS THAT CREATE HEALTHIER AND MORE COMFORTABLE LIVES FOR THEIR OCCUPANTS WITHOUT NEGATIVE IMPACT ON THE CLIMATE Active House Centennial Park is the worlds first labeled Active House. Its modern architectural aesthetic comes with energy-saving and environmentally conscious features such as interior and exterior LED lighting systems, low-flow water fixtures and finishes that are easy to maintain. Another appeal of this home is the approach and design that maximize opportunities for natural daylight and ventilation. AyA's Manhattan Clay and Chelsea White High Gloss cabinetry...

Use These door styles to recreate this design SMALL SPACESOLUTIONS Condo units are getting smaller and smaller yet our need for space and storage is not diminishing. Smart solutions are more important than ever. AyA chose a typical 500 square foot unit at Brant Park, an 1 1-storey condominium, developed by Lamb Development Corp in Toronto's happening Entertainment District to showcase its newest and innovative small space offerings in situ. In small spaces the goal is to maximize every inch with smart design and double duty features. The island supplies ample storage, cooking space and an...

FEATURED ARCHITECT JOSE GARCIA DESIGN Jose Garcia started his firm in 2006. He received his first degree in architecture from the Universidad Catolica de Cordoba in Argentina. He earned a Master of Science in Architecture degree from University of Cincinnati and a Master of Architecture degree from Princeton. Jose works to achieve the best balance between construction technology, budget, environment, and aesthetics. 18 Unique Spaces Issue | AyA PROMINENT CINCINNATI MODERNIST ARCHITECT JOSE GARCIA DESIGNED A BEAUTIFULLY MINIMAL AND SLEEK HOME This open and sizable living space was designed...

MARC AND BIANCA CAN NOW COOK IN A NEW KITCHEN WITH CHARACTER FIT FOR A CHEF Together H&H and AyA developed AyA's new Midnight Blue paint finish that is right on trend for cabinets. Patterned floor tiles add a graphic element of interest, while durable light countertops and backsplash balance the darker cabinetry. Chef-approved built-in appliances and fully integrated dishwasher help create modern clean lines while still maintaining an inviting atmosphere to cook and entertain. GET THIS LOOK Use this door style to recreate this design Couple, business partners and television personalities...

IN A COMPACT SPACE ALL CABINETS NEED TO FUNCTION EFFICIENTLY TO ACHIEVE THIS, IN THIS KITCHEN THEY ARE EQUIPPED WITH PULLOUTS AND HIDDEN PULLS TO MAXIMIZE STORAGE Christine Faulhaber, public and media relations specialist, Faulhaber Communications CEO and mother of two was looking to update her older Toronto Victorian home. The result is a modern kitchen design that suits her family and busy lifestyle, a clean space that allows her to mix eclectic tastes from her travels, career and love for fashion. This modern kitchen features AyA's bright white Latte contrasting with accents of dark grey...

"AS MUCH AS 200% ROI CAN BE ACHIEVED WHEN A KITCHEN RENO IS EXECUTED PROPERLY AND IS PART OF A WELL-MAINTAINED AND UPGRADED HOME" - Scott McGillivray Completely hidden behind pocket doors is the bar that includes a wine fridge and base pullout drawer. This cabinetry transitions seamlessly into the elegant built-in Slate Grey Walnut entertainment unit and matching wall paneling in the living room. GET THIS LOOK Use these door styles to recreate this design SCOTT'S RENO TO REVEAL SCOTT MCGILLIVRAY, REAL ESTATE INVESTOR, FINANCIAL EXPERT, CONTRACTOR, HOST OF INCOME PROPERTY & PROUD AYA...