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ESSENTIALS HERE IS A CHECKLIST OF SOME OF OUR CONTRIBUTORS' MUST-HAVES WHEN BUILDING A NEW HOME. A high quality, steam shower is my must-have for a new home! It is a great place to relax and relieve stress and offers a number of other health benefits as well! You'll enjoy improved blood circulation and healthier skin. Plus, it's great for soothing sore muscles after a workout or helping relieve nasal and sinus issues! - Jamie Kohler Co, www.kohler.ca Banfield, Designer Smart toilets are definitely a must-have for a new home. Though there are many types, most have a few basic features in common including sensor flushing, overflow protection, water use reduction, heated seats, self-deodorizer, night- lights, slow close lids, and Bluetooth capabilities. - Kendall Ansell, Designer Kohler Co, www.kohler.ca When designing a kitchen for a new home, I love to include panel ready appliances! Many appliance brands now offer refrigerators and dishwashers in a panel ready format that allows you to cover the front in panels to match your cabinetry. This creates a seamless look in the kitchen and works with any design style. - Negar Reihani, Designer Space designed by Space Harmony, www.spaceharmony.ca; Photographry by Colin Perry My new build must-have is Quartz countertops. What I like about this product is the durability, minimal maintenance, and no seal/wax surface. Also, they have a variety of colors to choose from to suit any design style. - Jacklynn Little, Designer Caesarstone, www.caesarstone.ca