What started as a kitchen and two-bathroom remodel evolved into a full home renovation plus conversion of the downstairs unfinished basement into a permitted first story addition, complete with family room, guest suite, mudroom, and a new front entrance. We married the midcentury modern architecture with vintage, eclectic details and thoughtful materials.

Zen enSuite Bath + Steam Shower Portland, OR type: remodel credits design: Matthew O. Daby - m.o.daby design interior design: Angela Mechaley - m.o.daby design construction: Hayes Brothers Construction photography: Kenton Waltz - KLIK Concepts While the floorplan of their primary bath en-suite functioned well, the clients desired a private, spa-like retreat & finishes that better reflected their taste. Guided by existing Japanese & mid-century elements of their home, the materials and rhythm were chosen to contribute to a contemplative and relaxing environment. One of the major upgrades was incorporating a steam shower to lend to their spa experience. Existing dark, drab cabinets that protruded into the room too deep, were replaced with a custom, white oak slatted vanity & matching linen cabinet. The lighter wood & the additional few inches gained in the walkway opened the space up visually & physically. The slatted rhythm provided visual interest through texture & depth. Custom concrete countertops with integrated, ramp sinks were selected for their wabi-sabi, textural quality & ability to have a single-material, seamless transition from countertop to sink basin with no presence of a traditional drain. The darker grey color was chosen to contrast with the cabinets but also to recede from the darker patination of the backsplash tile & matched to the grout. A pop of color highlights the backsplash pulling green from the canopy of trees seen out the window. The tile offers subtle texture & pattern reminiscent of a raked, zen, sand garden (karesansui gardens). XL format tile in a warm, sandy tone with stone effect was selected for all floor & shower wall tiles, minimizing grout lines. A deeper, textured tile accents the back shower wall, highlighted with wall-wash recessed lighting.

Photography by Michael J. Lee Photography

A teen’s bathroom that the family won’t grow out of. A custom vanity and matching mirror made in collaboration with a local craftsperson are complimented with a glass mosaic tile, inspired by kelp forests. Delicate ceramic lights reminiscent of folded paper illuminate the mirror. A small soaking tub by the window for relaxing and reflecting, while enjoying the views of nature. The window casings and baseboards were designed with Bardiglio Marble, also used on the shower and vanity.

This light and airy transitional style bathroom is what dreams are made of. By combining a mixture of metals, stones and light wood you create a modern space with a homey feel.

Trent Bell

Chad Mellon

Photographer: Marit Williams Photography

Get the spa fresh look in your bathroom by using our soft green San Gabriel Glazed Thin Brick. DESIGN Annette Vartanian PHOTOS Bethany Nauert Tile Shown: Glazed Thin Brick in San Gabriel; Uni Mountain in Black & White Motif

Alice Camandona

A clean, relaxing and blissful space was the end result of this bathroom remodel in Del Mar. The use of matte and polished hard surfaces pair well with the bleached walnut cabinetry. The slight wire brushed effect on the cabinetry adds visual texture. The mosaic glass accent tile in the shower wrap the corner creating an illusion that the window is centered when it is not. Storage and maximizing space was a key element to this design. Grooming organizers, u-shaped drawers at the sink and fold down towel bars help make this remodel an efficient space.