The Journal
Kitchens, materials and renovation notes from our workshop in Saint-Laurent, Montréal. Questions from a Reddit thread are welcome here too.
Countertops
Bathroom Countertops in Montreal: Materials and Prices
Quartz, quartzite or porcelain for your vanity? Installed prices, upkeep and water resistance, compared by our Saint-Laurent workshop.
Kitchen Design
How Much Does a Custom Kitchen Cost in Montréal? Real 2026 Prices
Real Montréal kitchen price ranges for 2026: what a complete kitchen costs, cabinetry per linear foot, countertops per square foot, what is included, what is not, and what moves the number.
Countertops
Dekton Countertops in Montréal
Dekton is the surface people ask us about when they want a counter that can take real abuse and still look like marble. It is made…
Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design & Planning in Montréal
Most kitchen regrets are not about the colour of the cabinets. They are about a fridge door that blocks a walkway, a corner no one can…
Bathroom Design
Custom Bathroom Vanities in Montréal
A bathroom vanity has to do a lot in a small footprint: hold the sink, hide the plumbing, store everything, and set the tone for the…
Kitchen Design
Kitchen Cabinet Refacing & Refinishing in Montréal
If your kitchen layout still works but the cabinets look tired, you do not always need to tear everything out. Kitchen cabinet refacing in Montréal keeps…
Countertops
Custom Kitchen Countertops in Montréal
Choosing a countertop is one of the few kitchen decisions you live with up close, every meal and every spill, for years. It is also where…
Kitchen Design
Custom Kitchen Cabinets in Montréal
The cabinets are the part of a kitchen you touch every single day, so the difference between stock and custom shows up fast. Off-the-shelf cabinetry comes…
Kitchen Design
Kitchen Installation in Montréal: Cabinets and Countertops
Replacing a kitchen is one of the larger projects a homeowner takes on, and getting the installation right is what separates a clean result from a…
Countertops
Taj Mahal Countertops Montreal: A Smart Luxury Choice for Modern Kitchens
Taj Mahal countertops Montreal homeowners love combine refined luxury with everyday practicality. With a soft beige tone and delicate veining, this elegant taj mahal quartzite surface…
