EE Berger

The door to the bathroom was replaced with a beautiful custom sliding Barn Door & modern track hardware (creating more space in the small bathroom and in the hallway).....Sheila Singer Design

From Attic to Awesome Many of the classic Tudor homes in Minneapolis are defined as 1 ½ stories. The ½ story is actually an attic; a space just below the roof and with a rough floor often used for storage and little more. The owners were looking to turn their attic into about 900 sq. ft. of functional living/bedroom space with a big bath, perfect for hosting overnight guests. This was a challenging project, considering the plan called for raising the roof and adding two large shed dormers. A structural engineer was consulted, and the appropriate construction measures were taken to address the support necessary from below, passing the required stringent building codes. The remodeling project took about four months and began with reframing many of the roof support elements and adding closed cell spray foam insulation throughout to make the space warm and watertight during cold Minnesota winters, as well as cool in the summer. You enter the room using a stairway enclosed with a white railing that offers a feeling of openness while providing a high degree of safety. A short hallway leading to the living area features white cabinets with shaker style flat panel doors – a design element repeated in the bath. Four pairs of South facing windows above the cabinets let in lots of South sunlight all year long. The 130 sq. ft. bath features soaking tub and open shower room with floor-to-ceiling 2-inch porcelain tiling. The custom heated floor and one wall is constructed using beautiful natural stone. The shower room floor is also the shower’s drain, giving this room an open feeling while providing the ultimate functionality. The other half of the bath consists of a toilet and pedestal sink flanked by two white shaker style cabinets with Granite countertops. A big skylight over the tub and another north facing window brightens this room and highlights the tiling with a shade of green that’s pleasing to the eye. The rest of the remodeling project is simply a large open living/bedroom space. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the room is the way the roof ties into the ceiling at many angles – a necessity because of the way the home was originally constructed. The before and after photos show how the construction method included the maximum amount of interior space, leaving the room without the “cramped” feeling too often associated with this kind of remodeling project. Another big feature of this space can be found in the use of skylights. A total of six skylights – in addition to eight South-facing windows – make this area warm and bright during the many months of winter when sunlight in Minnesota comes at a premium. The main living area offers several flexible design options, with space that can be used with bedroom and/or living room furniture with cozy areas for reading and entertainment. Recessed lighting on dimmers throughout the space balances daylight with room light for just the right atmosphere. The space is now ready for decorating with original artwork and furnishings. How would you furnish this space?

This lovely vanity and large mirror both frame and reflect the views. Quartz flooring provides color and texture below rich wood cabinets.

Specialty Kitchens, Hudson, NH Specialty Kitchens, Hudson, NH This luxury master suite has a breath taking custom shower which features 12x12 Classic Green onyx polished marble and 12 x 12 Honey onyx polished marble tiles. A decorative border with 3 rows of 2 x 2 Terra Green tumbled onyx coordinates with the shower floor. The shower doors are totally frameless with clear 3/* thick glass. The glass doors sit upon beautiful solid granite thresholds that cooperate with the granite vanity and makeup area tops. The cabinets are a rich Cordovan on maple with a licorice glaze. The cabinets have clean lines due to a wider rail door profile with a traditional raised panel center in a full overlay construction. His and hers tall linen and medicine cabinets left and right of the sink give plenty of storage. A makeup desk area with seven drawers and a beautiful matching granite top complete this beautiful space.

Gorgeous open bath with freestanding pedestal tub, large, open shower, elegant vanity with ample storage, and detailed green and white marble floor

The colors in this farmhouse bath are calming and welcoming. I love the floor tile laid on the 45 and the Leathered Granite countertop.

The bathtub was removed and replaced with a walk-in shower with swinging glass door. The flat panel vanity has a custom swerve cut between the doors. The glass floor tile is also used for the wall design and vertically in the corners of the room to fill in where the field tile doesn't quite span the wall. A fold down wooden shower seat is an added convenience.

Augie Salbosa

Photo: William Dohe

Experience the ultimate bathroom indulgence - an eclectic bathroom delight that's designed to impress. Recently transforming a master bedroom into a confident and bright functional wet area that seamlessly connects with the bedroom. With a stunning double side-by-side shower head and a heated towel rail, this bathroom is the epitome of luxury and comfort. From the carefully curated fixtures to the vibrant colors and textures, every element has been thoughtfully selected to create a space that's both visually stunning and highly functional

Architecture, Design & Construction by BGD&C Interior Design by Kaldec Architecture + Design Exterior Photography: Tony Soluri Interior Photography: Nathan Kirkman

mark Teskey

Granite Slabs Monte Cristo with Supreme Gold deco band

Open concept shower room. Rustic flare. Delta fixtures were used thru-out project. Photo by: Dustin Furman

Stacey Pentland Photography