As bold as the universe, the rich black background is alight with streams and particles of gray and white that hint at the cosmos. Wall cladding and shower basin in Corian® Cosmos Prima.

Flooring: Solid 3" Light Rustic White Oak Chevron Pattern with a custom stain and finish. Photography: Darlene Halaby Photography

Waterworks Grove Brickworks provides a casually complex surface with it's organic and slightly rustic inherent texture. Cabochon Surfaces & Fixtures

David Sievers

Jamie Thibault

Gibeon Photography. Troy Lighting Edison Pendants / Phillip Jeffries Faux Leather Wall covering

Powder bath- calacatta marble installed in herringbone pattern on back accent wall, 3" Caesarstone waterfall edge countertop, calacatta marble vessel sink, matte black waterfall vessel faucet, cabinets in dove grey with 3" square square cabinet pulls, wood floors on a diagonal,

Free ebook, CREATING THE IDEAL KITCHEN Download now → http://bit.ly/idealkitchen The hall bath for this client started out a little dated with its 1970’s color scheme and general wear and tear, but check out the transformation! The floor is really the focal point here, it kind of works the same way wallpaper would, but -- it’s on the floor. I love this graphic tile, patterned after Moroccan encaustic, or cement tile, but this one is actually porcelain at a very affordable price point and much easier to install than cement tile. Once we had homeowner buy-in on the floor choice, the rest of the space came together pretty easily – we are calling it “transitional, Moroccan, industrial.” Key elements are the traditional vanity, Moroccan shaped mirrors and flooring, and plumbing fixtures, coupled with industrial choices -- glass block window, a counter top that looks like cement but that is actually very functional Corian, sliding glass shower door, and simple glass light fixtures. The final space is bright, functional and stylish. Quite a transformation, don’t you think? Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photography by Rebecca Lehde

A redwood door complements the walk-in shower and modern fixtures of this master bathroom, marrying natural and refined looks. Golden Visions Design Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Small bathroom with fittings supplied by Aston Matthews including wall hung WC, steel bath, glass shower screen, Astonian Nero taps, shower fittings and counter top basin

Previously renovated with a two-story addition in the 80’s, the home’s square footage had been increased, but the current homeowners struggled to integrate the old with the new. An oversized fireplace and awkward jogged walls added to the challenges on the main floor, along with dated finishes. While on the second floor, a poorly configured layout was not functional for this expanding family. From the front entrance, we can see the fireplace was removed between the living room and dining rooms, creating greater sight lines and allowing for more traditional archways between rooms. At the back of the home, we created a new mudroom area, and updated the kitchen with custom two-tone millwork, countertops and finishes. These main floor changes work together to create a home more reflective of the homeowners’ tastes. On the second floor, the master suite was relocated and now features a beautiful custom ensuite, walk-in closet and convenient adjacency to the new laundry room. Gordon King Photography

Bill Timmerman