Completed Capable Group project · Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill Bathroom Renovation
This Richmond Hill project pairs a primary bathroom with two compact powder rooms. The larger room needs comfortable movement, storage and water control; the powder rooms use a smaller footprint and stronger feature materials.
The completed project
Waterproofing and fixture layout come first
The retained project archive shows a finished primary bathroom with a tub, glass shower and long vanity, plus compact powder rooms using stronger feature materials. Together, the rooms demonstrate two different design jobs: a daily wet room must prioritize movement, water control and storage, while a powder room can carry more visual character in a smaller footprint.
Start with fixture geometry, drainage, waterproofing, ventilation and cleaning access. Once those constraints are resolved, material combinations can make each room feel intentional without spending in every visible area.
Tub, double vanity, glass shower, tile, lighting and comfortable clearances.
Compact vanities, wall-mounted fittings and distinct feature-wall treatments.
Fixture schedules, plumbing, electrical, ventilation, substrates and finish sequencing across several rooms.
Before construction
What to confirm before ordering fixtures
Fixture dimensions, drainage, waterproofing, ventilation, wall backing and cleaning access control the layout. Finish selections should follow those fixed conditions.
- Measure every fixture and movement zone.Confirm door swings, shower entry, tub access, vanity depth, toilet clearance and the space needed to clean around each element.
- Inspect what water can damage.Check visible moisture history, subfloor condition, supply and drain routes, ventilation and the wall assemblies around showers and tubs.
- Lock the plumbing plan before finishes.Moving a toilet, tub or shower drain can change labour, permit requirements, floor work and the construction sequence.
- Coordinate all wall-mounted items.Place faucets, mirrors, lights, outlets, accessories, glass supports and wall backing from one approved elevation.
- Use feature materials selectively.Put budget into one or two high-impact surfaces and keep surrounding finishes durable, compatible and easy to maintain.
01 · Primary bathroom
Build the room around water, movement and storage
The finished bathroom combines a freestanding tub, glass shower and long vanity. The useful planning question is whether every fixture fits comfortably after wall build-ups, glass, tile and real door movement are included.
Work involved
- Survey drains, supplies, ventilation, electrical and subfloor before finalizing the plan.
- Specify shower waterproofing limits, slope, drain, niche, curb and glass support.
- Confirm tub filler reach, vanity storage, mirror height and lighting positions.
- Order fixtures only after dimensions and rough-in requirements are approved.
What changes the cost
The biggest budget variables here are plumbing and drain relocation, custom glass, vanity and stone, detailed tile cuts and substrate correction, and hidden moisture, framing or floor repairs.
02 · Powder rooms
Let one clear feature carry the room
The two powder rooms use different wall treatments, but both rely on accurate fixture placement. In a compact room, a small dimensional error is more visible and can affect faucet reach, splash control, knee room or service access.
Work involved
- Mock up basin, faucet, mirror and light positions at full scale.
- Provide backing for wall-mounted fixtures and accessories before closing walls.
- Check cleanability and splash exposure when choosing textured or specialty finishes.
- Keep shutoffs, traps, outlets and ventilation accessible.
What changes the cost
Costs in this part of the project are most sensitive to custom or wall-mounted plumbing components, feature-wall substrate preparation, small-room labour and detailed finish junctions, and electrical, ventilation and door changes.
More project photos
Wide views show the layout; details show the junctions
The photographs reveal movement between fixtures, vanity storage, faucet reach, tile edges and the locations that need backing or waterproofing.
Work sequence
Typical work sequence
Bathroom work normally moves from measurement and moisture review to an approved fixture plan, demolition, rough-ins, waterproofing, finishes and final testing.
- 1. Existing-condition surveyMeasure the room and record visible moisture, structure, plumbing, electrical, ventilation and access.
- 2. Layout and selectionsApprove fixture dimensions, clearances, elevations, tile limits, storage and permit triggers.
- 3. Protection and demolitionProtect the route to the room, isolate dust and open the approved scope to verify concealed conditions.
- 4. Rough-ins and wet-room assemblyComplete plumbing, electrical, ventilation, backing, subfloor, waterproofing and required inspections.
- 5. Finishes and testingInstall tile, cabinetry, glass, fixtures, lighting and accessories, then test drainage, ventilation and final operation.
2026 Toronto and GTA market range
What could a bathroom renovation like this cost?
This Canadian-dollar market range is an early planning reference. It is not the historical price of this Richmond Hill project and not a Capable Group quote.
The lower end assumes a contained full-room scope. Plumbing relocation, custom glass, premium fixtures, detailed tile and repairs behind finishes can move the total higher.
A useful estimate should state design, demolition, labour, materials, fixtures or appliances, permits, tax, allowances, exclusions, protection, disposal and the method for handling concealed conditions.
Timing
How long could the work take?
A full bathroom commonly needs about two to four weeks of active construction after design, ordering and any permits. Custom glass, detailed tile, inspections and concealed repairs can extend the calendar.
Permit check
Could this work require a permit?
Possibly. Structural changes, plumbing work and other material alterations can change the permit path. Confirm the exact scope with Richmond Hill Building Services before construction starts.
Before requesting an estimate
Questions to settle before pricing a bathroom
Can a tub, shower and long vanity fit in my bathroom?
The answer depends on measured fixture sizes, door swing, shower entry, toilet clearance and cleaning access. A scaled layout should be approved before fixtures are ordered.
Should plumbing stay in the same locations?
Keeping usable drains and supplies can reduce floor and wall work. Movement may be worthwhile when the existing layout is unsafe or impractical, but it should be priced before finish selections.
What must be waterproofed?
The shower or tub assembly, penetrations, transitions and other wet areas need a specified system installed to the manufacturer requirements and applicable code. The substrate and drain details matter as much as the visible tile.
What should we send for an initial review?
Send photographs from every corner, approximate room dimensions, known moisture problems, fixture preferences, city and rough timing.
Your project
Planning a bathroom renovation in Richmond Hill?
Send photos from every side of the room, note the fixtures you want to keep or move, and include your rough timing. We will review the layout and recommend the next step.
Include the floor, ceiling, ventilation, shower or tub walls and any visible moisture damage.
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