VALENTINA AUTIERO architecture interiors design

Greatford

GMF Builders

Longmont

Thompson Custom Homes

Stunning Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel in Old Town Alexandria, VA

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

This four-story townhome in the heart of old town Alexandria, was recently purchased by a family of four. The outdated galley kitchen with confined spaces, lack of powder room on main level, dropped down ceiling, partition walls, small bathrooms, and the main level laundry were a few of the deficiencies this family wanted to resolve before moving in. Starting with the top floor, we converted a small bedroom into a master suite, which has an outdoor deck with beautiful view of old town. We reconfigured the space to create a walk-in closet and another separate closet. We took some space from the old closet and enlarged the master bath to include a bathtub and a walk-in shower. Double floating vanities and hidden toilet space were also added. The addition of lighting and glass transoms allows light into staircase leading to the lower level. On the third level is the perfect space for a girl’s bedroom. A new bathroom with walk-in shower and added space from hallway makes it possible to share this bathroom. A stackable laundry space was added to the hallway, a few steps away from a new study with built in bookcase, French doors, and matching hardwood floors. The main level was totally revamped. The walls were taken down, floors got built up to add extra insulation, new wide plank hardwood installed throughout, ceiling raised, and a new HVAC was added for three levels. The storage closet under the steps was converted to a main level powder room, by relocating the electrical panel. The new kitchen includes a large island with new plumbing for sink, dishwasher, and lots of storage placed in the center of this open kitchen. The south wall is complete with floor to ceiling cabinetry including a home for a new cooktop and stainless-steel range hood, covered with glass tile backsplash. The dining room wall was taken down to combine the adjacent area with kitchen. The kitchen includes butler style cabinetry, wine fridge and glass cabinets for display. The old living room fireplace was torn down and revamped with a gas fireplace wrapped in stone. Built-ins added on both ends of the living room gives floor to ceiling space provides ample display space for art. Plenty of lighting fixtures such as led lights, sconces and ceiling fans make this an immaculate remodel. We added brick veneer on east wall to replicate the historic old character of old town homes. The open floor plan with seamless wood floor and central kitchen has added warmth and with a desirable entertaining space.

Lake District Bathrooms

Paul Craig Photography

Dixon Park Devine

Bluewater Stainless

Bathroom

Nick Leith-Smith Architecture + Design

Charles Hosea

Sterling Oaks

TruKitchens

In the half bathroom, custom brushed gold frame cabinets with white milk glass doors from Grabill Cabinets lend a vintage and eclectic feel to the space. Previously, this space had dark walls, dark cabinets and dark countertops. Bright, light, and fun now describe this darling of a space. Cabinetry: Grabill Cabinets; Interior Design: Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design; Builder: White Birch Builders; Photographer: Werner Straube Photography

Casa Q

Elena Vacca Architetto

Chambre parentale avec sa salle de bain

INSPIR&INTERIEUR

SDB classique, zen confort et détente avec son mur végétal . Idéale pour l'apaisement d'une pièce d'eau ou passe pas mal de temps.

Cotswold Retreat

Camilla Bellord Interiors

This tranquil bathroom setting is punctuated with characterful wooden beams, floor to ceiling exposed Cotswold stone, a freestanding Little Green Putti green claw-footed bath and a stunning petrified wooden stool. Accessorised with an exquisite hanmam towel, a Decor Walther bath shelf and stunning amber apothecary jars and eco-friendly lace coral. Photograph: Anna Stathaki

Glass and Stone Bath

Sogno Design Group

Photos by Claude Sprague

Architectural Salvage in Bathrooms

M Design Studio

This new bathroom incorporates an antique marble sink and vanity with legs that we chrome plated. We utilized reclaimed antique leaded windows to create cabinet doors. The dark brown "accent" ceiling mimics the floor color and adds drama and interest. The antique carved wood mirror is flanked by contemporary chrome sconces topped with more traditional shades.. Another example of how we mix modern with traditional for a very chic bathroom.

Maison Lille

Juliette Cheneau ID

Salle de bain Bisazza rouge, sol en bois

Chenal Valley - Sologne

Parkinson Building Group

Transistional Farmhouse

INTERIOR DESIGN DEVELOPMENT, LLC

Farmhouse updated and moved architectural features more transitional, yet still not losing the farmhouse feel.

Upstate NY Farmhouse

Eye Was Here Photography

Photographer: Dave Butterworth | Eye Was Here Photography

Top Trends from Dwell on Design 2014

Geberit

Speaking of the bathroom, wooden tiles are becoming a popular alternative to regular tile or to real or reclaimed wood. They’re cost-effective, reduce wear and tear, and can be more eco-friendly. To create a seamless look, check out Geberit’s Sigma50 flush plate. It comes with a customizable insert, which allows you the flexibility to match your bathroom’s existing design. If you’d like to read more trend coverage from our team of bloggers, please visit their respective websites below. For additional design inspiration, visit our Houzz profile.

Bathooms, Needham

LS Winston Building Corp.

This powder room was a small part of a whole house remodel in Needham, MA. Everything seen in the picture is brand new from the plaster out.

Lochmore House

Second Mile Designs

Bathroom Design Ideas with Glass-front Cabinets and Dark Hardwood Floors

If you’re looking for bathroom ideas, look no further than Houzz. Our image gallery brings you a large range of photos with inspiration for your viewing pleasure, and not only that - you can also save your ideas in ideabooks and find the professional that has done the job. When planning your bathroom design or update, start by collecting images of designs you like and take it from there. Whether you are designing your bathroom from scratch, redesigning, updating or simply decorating, you’ll be sure to find ideas for every possible scenario. And once you're ready, you can find the architect and/or builder to get the job done. But let’s start with the bathroom design basics.

How to Plan Your Bathroom Design

A good bathroom design brings together beauty and functionality. It reflects your personality in its style, colours, fittings and fixtures, but serves your needs to a tee both when you’re getting ready for work in the morning and when you want to wind down in your bathtub after a long day.

1 Collect Bathroom Ideas to Decide on Your Layout

Firstly, consider your space. Is it rectangular or are you working with a long, narrow room? This will determine how many wet walls you can accommodate, and if a bathtub can fit. For example, in a narrow room a freestanding bathtub may not work, and a one-wall layout that lines up shower, toilet and vanity on the same wall will make sense in most cases. (It’s also the most budget-friendly option in terms of plumbing). Maybe separate rooms for toilet and shower make sense? Maybe you want to work with a window above a bathtub or in the shower. You may live in an old house where you can keep some of the original character of the home, or you may be working with a small apartment space. All these considerations are vital in deciding on which layout will work best for you. Have a look at some popular ideas to get started.

2 Consider How You Use Your Bathroom

Once you’ve gathered some inspiration, have a think about who is using the room, and how they will be using it. A single guy needs a lot less storage than a teenage girl, and a family bathroom may need to consider elderly family members. Making your bathroom wheelchair accessible could save you thousands down the line. You may also want to accommodate a washer and dryer in the bathroom, since it’s where clothes are taken off frequently. Also consider safety and cleaning. Ensure no-one will slip and hurt themselves, and consider that many little tiles will make for many little nooks for grime to accumulate, whereas big surfaces like a sink that is integrated with the vanity counter, or a big mirror will make wiping down the surface much easier than having sinks sitting on top or an intricately designed mirror.

3 Your Style Determines The Colours and Fixtures You Choose

When looking at bathroom photos on Houzz, you’ll probably lean towards a certain style pretty soon. Are you into rustic charm, modern beach house style or a mix of styles? This will determine if you opt for whites, greys and blues or if you go for dark cabinets, black floor tiles or bronze fixtures. Specifically, you want to consider:

Tiling

Are you going to tile floors and walls? There’s so many possibilities, from your choice of tile to how they are laid. If you’re budget conscious, you may want to consider a wallpaper or paint for certain areas. A simple grey tile can make room for other elements to shine, while mosaics or a subway tile can make a great feature wall.

Lighting

Lighting doesn’t only look pretty, but can impact your bathroom experience significantly. The mirror is a special area you want to light well, so that you don’t miss any hair when shaving or can apply that perfect line to your eye.

Furniture & Fixtures

Pay attention to how colours of cabinets and floor can impact a room. You may want to consider a wooden floor for something different and pair it with simple white vanity and cabinets, or you may want to go for the steampunk look with bronze tubes and black walls. Consider what type of shower, bathtub (if any), toilet, sink and vanity you want. Maybe you have space for a generous spa with walk-in shower, or maybe you want a freestanding bath to be the feature of the room.