Photos : Bertrand Fompeyrine Projet : Bän Architecture

Jack Benesch

Old farmhouses offer charm and character but usually need some careful changes to efficiently serve the needs of today’s families. This blended family of four desperately desired a master bath and walk-in closet in keeping with the exceptional features of the home. At the top of the list were a large shower, double vanity, and a private toilet area. They also requested additional storage for bathroom items. Windows, doorways could not be relocated, but certain nonloadbearing walls could be removed. Gorgeous antique flooring had to be patched where walls were removed without being noticeable. Original interior doors and woodwork were restored. Deep window sills give hints to the thick stone exterior walls. A local reproduction furniture maker with national accolades was the perfect choice for the cabinetry which was hand planed and hand finished the way furniture was built long ago. Even the wood tops on the beautiful dresser and bench were rich with dimension from these techniques. The legs on the double vanity were hand turned by Amish woodworkers to add to the farmhouse flair. Marble tops and tile as well as antique style fixtures were chosen to complement the classic look of everything else in the room. It was important to choose contractors and installers experienced in historic remodeling as the old systems had to be carefully updated. Every item on the wish list was achieved in this project from functional storage and a private water closet to every aesthetic detail desired. If only the farmers who originally inhabited this home could see it now! Matt Villano Photography

We replaced the bathtub with a makeup vanity. When it comes to organizing your bathroom, it can be overwhelming to tackle. Out of all the rooms in the house, the bathroom needs to be very clean + sanitary, which can’t happen without proper storage. We installed custom cabinet pullouts, which allows them to get the most out of their cabinet space. On one side, there is a space for hair tools (hairdryer, curling iron, etc.), with an electrical outlet for easy access. The other side has multiple containers for hair products, makeup, etc. We installed a Double Face Round LED magnifying mirror to assist for all the makeup needs!

Baño infantil con mini-bañera a medida de diseño, revestida con mosaico Hisbalit. Diseño personalizado #ArtFactoryHisbalit y suelo de baño con modelo DOTS #ArtFactoryHIsbalit Proyecto: Equipo Nimu Fotos: José Luis de Lara

Main bathroom. With a mixture of black mosaic tile feature walls and black marble to the rest. This bathroom definitely oozes luxury.

Lauren Bamford

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Our contest winner, Michael Mortensen, used custom cut Calacatta Gold diamonds to create this beautiful bathroom.

The sink and counter wonderfully showcase a shaker style cabinetry with a custom paint match. The crown molding is matched to the vanity as it is to the wall. This also features a custom mirror with inset crystal sconces to match the crystal chandelier in the center. Photo credits: Matthew Horton

Beach house in Hamptons NY featuring custom frameless shower doors and glass railings throughout.