Bathroom
"4. Natural Beauty Soft golden light pools beneath the floating vanity of this Kensington, California, bathroom by Canyon Design Build, creating an uplifting atmosphere. Sandy tones warm the space, while stone, wood and plants introduce natural texture and black accents provide subtle contrast. Glass panels keep the shower feeling open, and a built-in bench with a conveniently placed niche supports accessibility."
"5. Warm Meets Cool Bright, warm-tone fixtures gleam against cool marble surfaces in this Saratoga, California, bathroom by Level Up Home Builders, creating energetic yet balanced contrast. An arched window and a large plant draw the eye, while thoughtful functionality takes center stage: The wet room has a sloped shower floor leading to a linear drain near the edge, a built-in bench with a handheld shower wand and a low-curb entry for easy access."
"8. Fine Lines A balance of bold and understated lines, along with tonal variation, gives this neutral Phoenix bathroom by Lavish Interiors quiet energy and a luxurious feel. Vertical wood graining on the vanity and softly varied herringbone shower tiles introduce subtle movement. A creamy countertop with gentle veining adds depth. Black-framed mirrors, windows and a shower niche provide crisp contrast, and light filtering through the linear vanity fixture’s glass shades brings a lively sparkle."
"10. Lovely Layers Wallpaper reminiscent of a hand-drawn forest sketch, along with arched furniture-style counter shelving and a plush area rug, give this Nashville, Tennessee, bathroom a cozy French country feel. Design firm Onyx + Alabaster kept the palette soft and neutral for a calm mood, while mixed metals, glass, wood and paper add rich texture. An expansive window fills the space with natural light and views."
"The biggest change to the shower, besides an extensive new waterproofing system, is that it’s now curbless, or zero-threshold. 'It’s often quite a challenge to put in a zero-threshold shower when remodeling,' Simpson says. 'It’s ideal to put one into new construction or an addition because in those cases you don’t have to work with a home’s existing framing.' Adding a curbless shower to an existing space is not always possible. In this case, Simpson was able to demo the floor down to the joists and create the slope required from the shower door to the linear drain along the back of the shower. Curbless showers need to slope toward a drain to prevent water from flowing out onto the bathroom floor."
"After: Designer Kara Piepmeyer went for an elevated modern look, with two walls featuring handmade ceramic tiles in soft watercolor-feeling blues. The new curbless shower has a frameless glass enclosure, and a freestanding white tub replaced the former chunky attached one. Both create a spacious, open feel. The new double vanity is custom and has a white oak veneer that adds warmth, as well as a tucked-in seat below a makeup area. A large custom mirror runs the length of the vanity and bounces light around, adding to the bright, airy vibe. Wall tile: Claypaper handmade field tile in Sea Glossy, 3 by 6 inches, Waterworks"
"After: The new no-threshold shower has a bench and snazzy teal tile laid at 90-degree angles in a herringbone pattern, lending a contemporary look. Both the tile and a new wood-faced double vanity stand out against the white walls and floor, while a glass shower enclosure creates a more open feel. Designer Vanessa Papadas had the floating vanity custom-made with book-matched wood veneer and a floating shelf for added storage. Since this bathroom is smaller than 70 square feet, storage was especially important. Simpson also transformed a small closet across from the vanity into an open alcove. Shower tile: Opal series by Cifre Ceramica, Euro Tile & Stone"
"5. Hang New Artwork There’s nothing quite like art to bring color and personality to a space. And as a bonus, it’s easy to switch out when the mood strikes. But which artwork should you choose? Moisture is dangerous for paintings and works on paper, and it can damage matting and delicate frames too. The safest choice is to choose inexpensive, durable pieces that are replaceable, such as framed photographs or prints, or prints on canvas with a latex coating. Ceramic or metal wall sculpture is durable and can look fabulous too. You can further mitigate risk of damage by keeping your exhaust fan running during a bath or shower. As for where to place it, aim for your new artwork — or your cluster of artwork — to occupy about two-thirds of the space above a feature like a tub or toilet."
"This Norman arch leads to the primary bedroom. To the left of it is an important detail that was key to making the room feel like it had been like this since the 1920s. Skilling sourced push-button light switches throughout the home to mimic what was originally there. These are by Forbes & Lomax. 'These are really special and their unlacquered brass finish will patina over time,' Skilling says. 'And this company even makes push-button switches that will work will smart home technology.'"
"The faucets and handles have Art Deco-inspired silhouettes. And the stepped backsplash profile is also reminiscent of the era. The mirrors are vintage, found on an antique shopping trip Skilling took with her clients. The inlay on the wood frames plays off the various brass finishes in the room."
"An open vanity means paying attention to an important element: the P-trap, or the exposed pipe underneath. These P-traps have a brass finish. 'P-traps are so important and the PVC ones are so ugly,' Skilling says. 'I even use pretty P-traps underneath a closed vanity.'"
"Plaster Norman archways are a prominent architectural motif in the rest of the house, and Skilling added to of them to the primary bathroom. This one is an entry to the hallway, and there's a second arched entry between the bathroom and the primary bedroom.:
"Such a project also calls for the right tiles, and in this case Skilling turned to Cincinnati’s iconic Rookwood Tile. Founded in 1880, the company has been producing handmade architectural tile since 1902, and it thrived during the 1920s Art Deco period. This particular deep green tile has the company’s Nebula glaze. “I nodded to Art Deco throughout this house,' Skilling says. And while she celebrated the original style of the house, she threw in a few more modern curveballs to update it. 'Using that crisp white grout was more modern and makes the tile pop in an unexpected way,' Skilling says."
"9. Woodsy Retreat Rich walnut and organic textures create cozy ambiance in this Minnesota bathroom by LiLu Interiors. While soaking in a dramatic curved bathtub, one can take in the tranquil view of the Prairie home’s forested setting."
"After: Claiming that closet and moving the door enabled Schmidt to install a 36¼-by-51½-inch Japanese soaking tub, called an ofuro, on a slightly elevated tile platform with a bench step next to it. Schmidt installed extra blocking so grab bars could be added easily at a later date. Next to the tub is a showering area that’s also tiled below its teak slat floor, which can be lifted for cleaning. The shower and bath are together behind glass panels — a wet room design that works well when space is too tight for a tub and a separate shower stall, Schmidt says. The natural slate floor is heated underneath, and the bathroom isn’t particularly large, so draftiness (often a concern when it comes to wet rooms) isn’t a problem here, she says. Around the perimeter of the ceiling, LED lighting on a dimmer softly illuminates the room. Tub: True Ofuro soaker in matte black, Aquatica; accessories, tub filler, hand shower and tub-shower trim: Purist collection in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass, Kohler; floor tile: 12-by-12-inch slate in Brazil Black, Daltile"
"The same day, they found a wooden mosaic wall tile in a floral pattern, which spoke to the flower-patterned sink and reinforced the “surrounded by nature” theme that inspired many of their choices. Look closely and you’ll see little metal details at the flowers’ centers. The ungrouted but sealed tile covers the entire back wall into the shower area, although the installers did keep it slightly off the floor so the wood wouldn’t soak up puddled water. “That [tile], of course, was the showstopper of the room. Everything else was just designed to be more simple, clean and monotone in general,” Schmidt says. Tile: Insert Myosotis, Forest Elements; mirror, Vitality lighted 40-inch circle, Robern"
"While visiting a local showroom with Schmidt, the homeowners fell for this Kohler Dutchmaster wading pool-style sink, which is set into a charcoal-gray quartz countertop. Countertop: Eternal collection in Charcoal Soapstone with suede finish, Silestone; faucet: Purist collection widespread in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass, Kohler"
"1. Knockout Backsplash A vanity backsplash is perhaps the best and most visible area in a bathroom to make a stylish impact. Adding patterned tile that goes all the way to the ceiling adds instant drama. Ohana Home & Design took this midcentury modern bathroom to the next level by using patterned geometric hexagonal tile in a dark marine blue from the vanity countertop to the ceiling. The white linear pattern on the tiles creates a celestial feeling and provides stark contrast to the walnut cabinets."
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