This small Powder Room has an outdoor theme and is wrapped in Pratt and Larson tile wainscoting. The Benjamin Moore Tuscany Green wall color above the tile gives a warm cozy feel to the space

Serenity is achieved through the combination of the multi-layer wall tile, antique vanity, the antique light fixture and of course, Buddha.

The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner's passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better-arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.

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A corner tub curves into the alcove. A step made from Accoya Wood (water resistant) aids access into the tub, as does a grab bar hiding as a towel bar. A hospital style shower curtain rod curves with the tub Photography: Mark Pinkerton vi360

The master bath offers everything one needs for a long soak in the tub after a day of kayaking on the Sound. Plenty of storage in the custom vanity, sconces mounted on the mirror look like mini floating chandeliers, and the floor is an interesting combination of quartz and marble.

Designed by Interior Designer Elizabeth Bland The owners of this home near Lake Minnetonka had not one, but two very dated baths. Because the spaces were adjacent to each other and shared a plumbing wall, a remodel of both was in order. In the dark kids bath (which was also used for guests), a window was added and the baby blue tub and surround was replaced with a new (white) model. The homeowner loved the seaside vibe of the design concept, which was based on the homes proximity to the lake. Tile that mimics wood was selected for the floor along with a classic subway and glass & stone mosaic accent in the shower. A custom vanity was designed and topped with a recycled glass countertop that complements the rest of the color palette. Wood wainscoting, blue wall paint, and nautical accessories finished off the design concept. Although the completed bath is still blue, it is bright, updated and the clients (and kids) love it!

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Nina Farmer Interiors Builder: Wellen Construction Landscape Architect: Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design Photographer: Eric Piasecki Photography