A complete powder room with wall panels, a fully-covered vanity box, and a mirror border made of natural onyx marble.

A complete powder room with wall panels, a fully-covered vanity box, and a mirror border made of natural onyx marble.

THE SETUP Upon moving to Glen Ellyn, the homeowners were eager to infuse their new residence with a style that resonated with their modern aesthetic sensibilities. The primary bathroom, while spacious and structurally impressive with its dramatic high ceilings, presented a dated, overly traditional appearance that clashed with their vision. Design objectives: Transform the space into a serene, modern spa-like sanctuary. Integrate a palette of deep, earthy tones to create a rich, enveloping ambiance. Employ a blend of organic and natural textures to foster a connection with nature. THE REMODEL Design challenges: Take full advantage of the vaulted ceiling Source unique marble that is more grounding than fanciful Design minimal, modern cabinetry with a natural, organic finish Offer a unique lighting plan to create a sexy, Zen vibe Design solutions: To highlight the vaulted ceiling, we extended the shower tile to the ceiling and added a skylight to bathe the area in natural light. Sourced unique marble with raw, chiseled edges that provide a tactile, earthy element. Our custom-designed cabinetry in a minimal, modern style features a natural finish, complementing the organic theme. A truly creative layered lighting strategy dials in the perfect Zen-like atmosphere. The wavy protruding wall tile lights triggered our inspiration but came with an unintended harsh direct-light effect so we sourced a solution: bespoke diffusers measured and cut for the top and bottom of each tile light gap. THE RENEWED SPACE The homeowners dreamed of a tranquil, luxurious retreat that embraced natural materials and a captivating color scheme. Our collaborative effort brought this vision to life, creating a bathroom that not only meets the clients’ functional needs but also serves as a daily sanctuary. The carefully chosen materials and lighting design enable the space to shift its character with the changing light of day. “Trust the process and it will all come together,” the home owners shared. “Sometimes we just stand here and think, ‘Wow, this is lovely!'”

White trough sink on weathered oak washstand by Restoration Hardware. Brizo Tresa two-handle widespread faucet in chrome. Sink base is open and features exposed plumbing. Photo by Mike Kaskel.

This beautiful master bathroom gives not only visual pleasure but a complete bathing experience. The air jet bathtub has a heated seat, back and neck, also with a drop of oil over a heated element the oils are absorbed directly through the skin. The custom designed cabinetry has a beauty and strength to it as well as providing plenty of storage.

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

This compact bathroom got a facelift - adding space, design, and so much more functionality to the room.

Light colored bath with separate glass-enclosed shower, jetted tub and large vanity, custom painted cabinets and tile work. Photo by Martis Camp Sales (Paul Hamill)

Ground up master bathroom, quartzite slab shower and waterfall countertops, custom floating cabinetry

This elegant 3/4 bath masterfully combines subtle and classy finishes. Satin brass hardware, plumbing fixtures, sconce light fixture, and mirror frame inlay add a bit of sparkle to the muted colors of the white oak vanity and the pale green floor tiles. Shower tile from Ann Sacks, Cambria countertop and backsplash, Phillip Jeffries wallpaper and bulit-in, custom white oak niche and shelves.

full home remodel high end finishes

Originally this was an old 80's bathroom where the wall separated the vanity from the shower and toilet. By removing the wall and changing the window configuration, we were able to create this relaxing open floor plan master bathroom.