Luxury means different things to each of us, but when it comes to master suites, there’s a common thread: we want them to be as comfortable as possible, to reflect who we are and to be a place we can retreat to at the end of a long day. Whether it’s a freestanding tub that calls for a relaxing bubble bath or plush linen sheets that offer a good night’s sleep, these bedrooms and their ensuite bathrooms communicate luxury in their own way. Click through to see each dreamy escape.
An antique gold statue and beaded table lamp accentuate this headboard’s ornate design and lend the bedroom a luxe, worldly feel. A velvet technicolored throw pillow adds a playful pop of color.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home February 2015
Designer: Kim Lambert
In the bathroom, a serene palette gives due attention to the space’s more lavish features, including a sculptural freestanding tub and a walnut vanity encased in a travertine waterfall.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home February 2015
Designer: Kim Lambert
A geometric ceiling fixture and a high-contrast, blue and white striped rug energize this otherwise tranquil principal bedroom by designer Nam Dang-Mitchell.
Photographer: Colin Way
Source: House & Home March 2016
Designer: Nam Dang-Mitchell
Nam’s signature bold design style continues into the spacious master ensuite, where a huge metal-framed shower adds graphic detail.
Photographer: Colin Way
Source: House & Home March 2016
Designer: Nam Dang-Mitchell
Actor Yannick Bisson’s principal bedroom is a study in simplicity, with minimal furnishings and a soft, neutral palette. A tall headboard with a 10″ wide return creates a subtle cocooning effect.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home March 2014
Designer: Eric McClelland
In Yannick’s principal ensuite, designer Eric McClelland opted to forgo adding blinds in favor of preserving the lush, natural view. A tall cedar deck ensures privacy.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home March 2014
Designer: Eric McClelland
Low, mod furnishings put the spotlight on some of this Montreal bedroom’s more unique features, including an arched window with industrial appeal.
Photographer: Monic Richard
Source: House & Home February 2012
Designer: Julie Charbonneau
The loft’s monochromatic palette continues into the ensuite, where designer Julie Charbonneau used a streamlined chrome faucet to punctuate the neutral space.
Photographer: Monic Richard
Source: House & Home February 2012
Designer: Julie Charbonneau
Designer Sloan Mauran “loves the contrast of contemporary and more classical pieces,” so it’s no surprise that she juxtaposed a mod platform bed with a handsome Art Deco-style desk in her own principal bedroom.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home February 2015
Designer: Sloan Mauran
Sloan’s love of contrast continues into her principal bath, where she coupled a mod egg-shaped soaker tub with a classic regency chair. A black marble fireplace and pedestal are glam accents.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home February 2015
Designer: Sloan Mauran
A stag bust made of branches is a striking sculptural element in this principal bedroom. Designer Montana Burnett used earthy tones and textures for a natural, breezy aesthetic.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home July 2015
Designer: Montana Burnett
An embellished mirror Montana found at an antique market maximizes natural light and creates a dramatic focal point.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home July 2015
Designer: Montana Burnett
In this lofty principal bedroom, pattern — seen in the checkered carpet and ikat drape fabrics — were used to add interest to a neutral palette. A square glass lantern draws attention to the height of the ceiling.
Photographer: Kim Christie
Source: House & Home December 2015
Designer: Effie Genovese
Designer Effie Genovese added intrigue underfoot in the master bathroom with handsome veined marble floors. A walnut vanity adds natural color and warmth.
Photographer: Kim Christie
Source: House & Home December 2015
Designer: Effie Genovese
A quartet of pink flowers injects a burst of color into this sophisticated country bedroom. Designer Kimberley Seldon tucked the bed into a niche in the wall to maximize space.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home April 2014
Designer: Kimberley Seldon
In Kimberley’s bathroom, floor-length drapes add softness and warmth. When pulled open, oversized windows let in ample natural light and capitalize on the lush, verdant view outside.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home April 2014
Designer: Kimberley Seldon
The hand-painted branches of this trompe-l’oeil mural drift into this master bedroom when the door is left open. Burgundy shades on the chandelier are an unexpected touch that contrast against the primarily blue and white palette.
Photographer: Andre Rider
Source: House & Home May 2014
Designer: Les Ensembliers
Designers Maxime Vandal and Richard Ouellette of Les Ensembliers wanted to preserve their home’s classic character while still giving it new life. In their master bathroom, a crisp white palette with vintage features, including the panelling around the tub, does exactly that. A single oar adds a nautical touch.
Photographer: Andre Rider
Source: House & Home May 2014
Designer: Les Ensembliers
Elegant flourishes define this space by designer Silvana D’Addazio, who upholstered a feature wall in wool and crossed it through with walnut panels to create a stunning architectural backdrop. When coupled with a shapely pendant, the space has an almost Asian-inspired feel.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home December 2015
Designer: Silvana D'Addazio
In this tranquil principal bathroom, an antique stool and a subdued palette of reds and blues add warmth to the otherwise white space.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home December 2015
Designer: Silvana D'Addazio
Ali Yaphe of Y&Co isn’t afraid to play with scale, which is why she opted for a floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace in her own master bedroom. The prominent feature is made cozy with a small side table and vintage leather chair.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home January 2014
Designer: Mazen El-Abdallah
Designer Mazen El-Abdallah clad the floors and walls of Ali’s bathroom in a natural stone for a homey, organic feel. Wood accents, a textured white rug and a pair of linen towels make the space feel cozy.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home January 2014
Designer: Mazen El-Abdallah
Rich browns and greys create a calming retreat in this master bedroom. A mod, flower-inspired pendant light nods to the wallpaper’s floral motif.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home November 2014
Designer: Betty Theodorpoulos
Marble tilework and polished nickel accents give interior designer Betty Theodoropoulos’s principal bath a luxe, fresh feel. Graphic black window frames contrast against all the white and give the space a modern edge.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home November 2014
Designer: Betty Theodorpoulos
Bold patterns, rich fabrics and a chic yet casual style characterize Nicholas Mellamphy’s fashion-forward bedroom. Pops of green and pink — two of Nicholas’s favourite colors — energize the otherwise restful space.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2015
Designer: Nicholas Mellamphy
In the ensuite, pink dahlias, bottles of cologne and a framed portrait of Cary Grant make for a charming, tailored vignette.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2015
Designer: Nicholas Mellamphy
Designer Brian Gluckstein stole space from the attic to make this principal bedroom, which is part of a former Princess Margaret Showhome, feel more cavernous. “Why have an 8′ ceiling when you can have a 12′ one?” says Brian.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home November 2015
Designer: Brian Gluckstein
Brian chose a soothing, creamy hue for the principal ensuite and embellished the feature walls behind the tub for a soft patina.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home November 2015
Designer: Brian Gluckstein
Hudson’s Bay president Bonnie Brooks’ own master bedroom is bright and airy. And while the decor does skew towards minimalism, symmetrical side tables and a parchment dressing table keep the space from feeling too spartan.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home August 2013
Designer: Jill Kantelberg
In Bonnie’s ensuite, a concrete floor in the shower adds a raw, natural touch and contrasts against the space’s more polished elements, including the floating lacquered vanity. A Victoria + Albert tub is a gorgeous, sculptural piece.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home August 2013
Designer: Jill Kantelberg