When re-working a space, it pays to consider your priorities early on. We discussed the pros and cons of tearing out the bathroom and starting fresh vs. giving it a facelift. In the end, we decided that the buget was better spent on new solid oak herringbone flooring and new doors throughout. To give the space a more modern look, we opted to re-do the sink area with custom corian shelving and replaced all faucets for matte black ones. A lick of fresh, water-resistant paint, new lighting and some decorative elements (like the waffle towels seen left) gave the space a new lease of life.

The main bath has a sleek, clean feel with mostly white tile and fixtures and contrasting green shower tile.

Vista del mobile lavabo realizzato su disegno: lavabo integrato nel top in betacryl colore bianco; mensole in vetro temperato, specchio con fori per lampade a parete. rivestimento pareti in gres porcellanato effetto marmo e tinteggiate con smalto all'acqua di colore grigio.

Complete remodel of hall bath. Removal of existing tub and create new shower stall.

Complete remodel of hall bath. Removal of existing tub and create new shower stall.

A curbless steam shower opens to a cedar lined sauna in this lower level dream bathroom.

Design/Build: Marvelous Home Makeovers Photo: © Mike Healey Photography

Complete bathroom remodel - The bathroom was completely gutted to studs. A curb-less stall shower was added with a glass panel instead of a shower door. This creates a barrier free space maintaining the light and airy feel of the complete interior remodel. The fireclay tile is recessed into the wall allowing for a clean finish without the need for bull nose tile. The light finishes are grounded with a wood vanity and then all tied together with oil rubbed bronze faucets.

Nouveau Bungalow - Un - Designed + Built + Curated by Steven Allen Designs, LLC

The original bathroom on the main floor had an odd Jack-and-Jill layout with two toilets, two vanities and only a single tub/shower (in vintage mint green, no less). With some creative modifications to existing walls and the removal of a small linen closet, we were able to divide the space into two functional bathrooms – one of them now a true en suite master. In the master bathroom we chose a soothing palette of warm grays – the geometric floor tile was laid in a random pattern adding to the modern minimalist style. The slab front vanity has a mid-century vibe and feels at place in the home. Storage space is always at a premium in smaller bathrooms so we made sure there was ample countertop space and an abundance of drawers in the vanity. While calming grays were welcome in the bathroom, a saturated pop of color adds vibrancy to the master bedroom and creates a vibrant backdrop for furnishings.

El cuarto de baño también presenta una imagen muy luminosa. Las paredes se han alicatado con azulejos de color blanco y se ha colocado un suelo cerámico con acabado en madera.

GC: Ekren Construction Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald Art: Windy O'Connor