Modern Meets Feminine - WhY not?

My friend Kendra recently bought an awesome condo at the WhY lofts in downtown Charlottetown. The building was once a YMCA club and many of the old architectural features still exist. The hallways are the existing mosaic tiled walls from the old pool, the staircases are reclaimed wood from the basketball court and bowling lanes. It all works in a modern interpretation of what it once was.

I stopped over, back in the spring, before her contractor had started any work. It was essentially a blank canvas for Kendra to make her own. She certainly knew what she wanted and I nodded in agreement with each sample that she pulled out. I left feeling jealous but insanely excited for her. What a fun project!

Needless to say, her choice of finishes turned out simply beautiful. The result is a perfect modern, white canvas with a few pops of color. You know how I love WHITE! The finishes are sleek and minimalist. She even had some simplistic, modern-lined furniture made and it turned out amazing. Everything feels warm and feminine next to its rich brown bamboo floors, huge shimmery, textured wall, and black ceiling.
She won't let me take full pictures just yet, as it will take some time before she accumulates artwork and accesssories that reflect her personal style. But here is a sneak peek!

A cute welcome to loft #12.

Custom glossy white cabinets with a PINK:) backsplash.

Industrial stairs with reclaimed wood treads.

Sharp black ceiling. Kendra wanted glossy black against the advice of her contractor,

but the result is stunning.

On a side note, Kendra needs advice on what to do here. She needs to cover the windows for privacy reasons but has no idea how to attach a curtain rod without damaging the beautiful wall covering.

Any suggestions?

More photos to come. Hopefully soon!:)