Southern Maine General Contrator Todd Bacon build the custom Cabinet in this bathroom to the owners specifications

This passive solar addition transformed this nondescript ranch house into an energy efficient, sunlit, passive solar home. The addition to the rear of the building was constructed of compressed earth blocks. These massive blocks were made on the site with the earth from the excavation. With the addition of foam insulation on the exterior, the wall becomes a thermal battery, allowing winter sun to heat the blocks during the day and release that heat at night. The house was built with only non toxic or natural materials. Heat and hot water are provided by a 94% efficient gas boiler which warms the radiant floor. A new wood fireplace is an 80% efficient, low emission unit. With Energy Star appliances and LED lighting, the energy consumption of this home is very low. The addition of infrastructure for future photovoltaic panels and solar hot water will allow energy consumption to approach zero.

David Dadekian

The priorities for this master bath remodel included an increased shower area, room for a dresser/clothes storage & the introduction of some sustainable materials. A custom built-in was created to house all of the husband’s clothes and was tucked neatly into the space formerly occupied by the shower. A local fabricator created countertops using concrete and recycled glass. The big, boxy tub, a floor model bought at an extreme discount, is the focal point of the room. Many of the other lines in the room echo its geometric and modern clean lines. The end result is a crisp, clean aesthetic that feels spacious and is filled with light.

This transitional bathroom has a metallic mosaic tile, recycled granite and glass counter top and bathtub surround. The copper colored tile is called Liberty Amber and the color is also available in the Metropolis cut and subway tiles. There are more colors in this collection. The counter and bathtub surround is made from a recycled granite and glass with copper flecks that compliment the mosaics, the color is called White Copper. The material is stain resistant, heat resistant, impact resistant and it does not need to be sealed. The material is 1/4" thick and can be placed on top of existing counters or on new cabinets. There are many colors and sizes.

The modern master bath was kept to a tight budget, with cheap tile. But a bold move with color adds pizzazz. Photo: Laurie Black

This is a Portland, Oregon, Pearl district 3 level condo unit. Unique project features: - Open and adjustable kitchen shelving. - Bamboo cabinets (owner constructed and we installed). - Master bathroom shower valve is mounted to a glass wall. - Guest bathroom plumbing fixtures (see photos). - Teak wood shower pan (owner built). - Barn doors on the first and third floor bathrooms (no photos). - Recycled glass counter tops (kitchen island and guest bath).

Gut Renovation of This Bathroom, Involves New Tiles, Tolet,Shower,and a Vanity

Meredith Richard

Acquerello

Photographs by Sophie Piesse

Custom Cabinetry from Homecrest in the Sedona door style in Maple painted White, with custom floating shelves. Vanity Hardware from Atlas in the Clamshell Knob in Verdigris finish. Recycled Glass Countertop from Curava in Savaii with a 3cm eased edge. Porcelain Tile Flooring from Tesoro in Tivoli 24x24 Pearl with a Polished finish. Shower Wall Tile from Tesoro in Tivoli 12x24 Pearl with a Polished finish. Verve Glass Mosaic in Icelandic from Bedrosians was used for the Shower Niche. Sliced Pebbles from Stone Mosaics in Oyster Bay was used for the Shower Pan. The Shower Sills were completed with Recycled Glass from Curava in Savaii.

Guest bathroom - photo by Dan Cutrona

The modern master bath was kept to a tight budget, with cheap tile. But a bold move with color adds pizzazz. Photo: Laurie Black

The priorities for this master bath remodel included an increased shower area, room for a dresser/clothes storage & the introduction of some sustainable materials. A custom built-in was created to house all of the husband’s clothes and was tucked neatly into the space formerly occupied by the shower. A local fabricator created countertops using concrete and recycled glass. The big, boxy tub, a floor model bought at an extreme discount, is the focal point of the room. Many of the other lines in the room echo its geometric and modern clean lines. The end result is a crisp, clean aesthetic that feels spacious and is filled with light.

The bathroom from the original appartment was maintained to allow for the potential of the space being used for an appartment in the future.