Once a simple utilitarian space, today's walk-in closet takes on the appearance of a real living room. Because yes: the new generation walk-in closet now dares to integrate a discreet and elegant coffee corner, a bookcase or an armchair. Here's how this intimate place becomes one of the most sophisticated rooms in the home.

There is something timeless about Parisian kitchens. This mix of retro charm, noble materials and well-thought-out efficiency is a dream – even thousands of miles away from the City of Light. Good news: it is quite possible to recreate this chic and warm atmosphere in a Montreal apartment. Here are some tips to transform your kitchen into a corner of Paris.

Less technology, more simplicity: when design reconnects with its emotional dimension.

Our interiors are no longer just practical spaces they’ve become refuges. After the era of gadgets and cold aesthetics, we’re returning to homes that feel more human, warm, and full of life.

Smooth circulation, open spaces, and above all, natural light have become essential. A home designed to breathe, open up, and encourage connection is a home that truly cares for those who live in it.

Although technology can make everyday tasks easier, when it takes over our space, it erases what truly matters: warmth and human connection. Too much connectivity can end up disconnecting us from the natural simplicity we long for.

This design philosophy respects each space, while subtly influencing our mood, our relationships and the quality of the moments shared.

In a contemporary kitchen layout, certain details make all the difference. The invisible door—also called a flush door—is a perfect example.

It allows you to elegantly conceal a walk-in pantry, a garage exit, or access to a laundry room, while maintaining perfect continuity with the surrounding cabinetry.

Designed to align perfectly with the kitchen cabinets or blend seamlessly into a paneled wall, the invisible door extends the lines of the cabinetry without any visible frame, molding, or traditional handle. When closed, it disappears completely into the overall design—a choice that is both aesthetic and subtle.

The effect is even more spectacular when the door is:

• Full-height, up to the ceiling, enhancing verticality and architectural elegance

• Equipped with a push-to-open system, for handle-free opening with a simple gesture

This combination creates a perfect balance between sleek design and understated functionality.

A hybrid space that reinvents everyday moments

Among the most fashionable design trends this year, the bar area integrated into the kitchen is a real favorite among our customers. This new way of furnishing the kitchen combines aesthetics, functionality and a passion for home mixology.

For several months now, we have seen a growing enthusiasm for the creation of a space dedicated to craft cocktails and spirits. Our customers want to incorporate a stylish bar area into their kitchen to store mixology accessories, display their favourite bottles, and prepare drinks in style.

In the past, the home bar was limited to the traditional '60s wheeled cart — popularized by shows like Mad Men — or the retro basement bar of the '70s. Today, these concepts are being reinvented to fit modern kitchens.

While integrated wine cellars still appeal to wine lovers, cocktail enthusiasts are looking for creative solutions to diversify their beverage space. Whether you're a fan of local spirits, a mocktail lover or a budding mixologist, incorporating a bar into your kitchen is the perfect solution to combine style, conviviality and the pleasure of entertaining.

Our designers accompany you from the first stage of planning by analyzing your space to determine the configuration best suited to your needs. To do this, they rely on five main kitchen configurations: the U-shaped kitchen, the L-shaped kitchen, the I-shaped (or linear) kitchen, the hallway kitchen (or laboratory) and the kitchen with a central island. This choice is essential to optimize the functionality, ergonomics and aesthetics of your future layout.

The back kitchen, increasingly popular in custom kitchens, involves creating a separate space from the main kitchen to centralize practical tasks. This concept allows you to maintain an open and welcoming kitchen while optimizing storage, meal preparation, and household chores.

Even in a limited space, many people love gathering their loved ones around a good meal! The Steam team offers ways to reinvent your dining nook by combining style and practicality. Discover banquettes the perfect solution to maximize both comfort and design!

Although choosing a trash bin may not be the most exciting step in a kitchen renovation, we are convinced that a well-designed waste management system can transform your daily routine.