Coastal Splendour is an award-winning luxury bathroom renovation by MAC Reno that brings West Coast inspiration and modern elegance to a Greater Victoria home. A tulip-shaped soaker tub sits beneath an expansive picture window framing serene natural views. Fir-clad overhead beams conceal venting and echo the surrounding Vancouver Island evergreens, while sand-toned tiles and gray-veined porcelain walls channel the ocean and beach. A floating oak vanity with underlighting, sculpted bronze tile, and polished Silestone countertops adds warmth and refinement. Smart home integration offers intuitive control of lighting, climate, and privacy. The result balances elegance, innovation, and performance, with everything within reach and every detail built for function, comfort, and visual appeal.
Awards & Recognition
- Winner, 2025 Vancouver Island Building Industry (VIBI) Awards (CHBA Vancouver Island): Best Single Family Bathroom Renovation over $75,000
- Nominee, 2025 Provincial Georgie Awards
- Nominee, 2025 CHBA National SAM Awards
Functional Floor Plan
- The layout flows from the primary bedroom through a walk-in closet into the ensuite, a practical design for everyday living in a Victoria home.
- A floating vanity in spice-stained oak offers ample storage while maximizing floor space and visual lightness.
- Powered privacy shades are integrated into the custom millwork, keeping clean lines and uninterrupted views.
- A curbless shower with dual rain heads, a wand sprayer, and a cantilevered bench pairs spa-level luxury with accessibility for aging in place. A separate water closet adds privacy and function.
- A smart home system controls lighting, climate, and privacy.
- Layered lighting, including pendants, under-cabinet, and ambient sources, elevates comfort and atmosphere.
Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Building
- Designed to Step 5 of the BC Energy Step Code, contributing to a net-zero-ready home on southern Vancouver Island.
- Triple-pane windows improve insulation, soundproofing, and thermal performance through Victoria’s wet winters.
- An air-to-water heat pump delivers quiet radiant heating and cooling.
- An Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) system supports fresh air circulation and indoor air quality.
- AeroBarrier sealing ensures optimal airtightness and energy conservation.
- Low-VOC materials meeting LEED criteria promote occupant health and sustainability.
- Smart home controls reduce energy waste by automating lighting, shading, and climate.
- Tree retention and thoughtful orientation reduce heat gain and preserve natural shading from the surrounding West Coast forest.
Unique Design Elements
- Inspired by the Greater Victoria coastline, the design blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication.
- A neutral palette of soft grays and sand-toned large-format tile creates a calming, ocean-inspired feel.
- Warm spice-stained oak unifies the cabinetry, mirror frame, and door detailing.
- Brushed copper fixtures and a flower-inspired chandelier add modern sparkle.
- A tulip-shaped soaker tub beneath a picture window creates a serene focal point connected to nature.
- Architectural elements include a separate water closet and concealed mechanicals.
- A chrome towel warmer, ambient lighting, and a bronze-tiled framed mirror add comfort and refinement.
Choice of Materials
- Materials were chosen to balance luxury, durability, and harmony with the coastal setting.
- Large-format porcelain tiles in soft sand tones offer easy maintenance and coastal warmth.
- Gray-veined porcelain wall panels provide a seamless, elegant alternative to natural stone.
- Polished Eternal Statuario Silestone countertops deliver the look of marble with better durability.
- Brushed copper and chrome fixtures blend warmth with a modern edge.
- A bronze tile backsplash and flower-inspired chandelier add sparkle and texture.
- Low-VOC materials meeting LEED criteria prioritize health and sustainability.
- A floating vanity in spice-stained quarter-sawn oak, paired with under-lighting, an Ann Sacks backsplash, and a polished Eternal Statuario Silestone countertop, adds warmth and timeless character.