Master Bath

We undertook a full house renovation of a historic stone mansion that serves as home to DC based diplomats. One of the most immediate challenges was addressing a particularly problematic bathroom located in a guest wing of the house. The miniscule bathroom had such steeply pitched ceilings that showering was nearly impossible and it was difficult to move around without risk of bumping your head. Our solution was to relocate the bathroom to an adjacent sitting room that had 8’ ceilings and was flooded with natural light. At twice the size of the old bathroom, the new location had ample space to create a true second master bathroom complete with soaking tub, walk-in shower and 5’ vanity. We used the same classic marble finishes throughout which provides continuity and maintains the elegant and timeless look befitting this historic mansion. The old bathroom was removed entirely and replaced with a cozy reading nook ready to welcome the most discerning of houseguests.

Une belle douche toute de rose vêtue, avec sa paroi transparente sur-mesure. L'ensemble répond au sol en terrazzo et sa pointe de rose.

Floor Tile: Bianco Dolomiti , Manufactured by Artistic Tile Shower Floor Tile: Carrara Bella, Manufactured by AKDO Shower Accent Wall Tile: Perspective Pivot, Manufactured by AKDO Shower Wall Tile: Stellar in Pure White, Manufactured by Sonoma Tilemakers Tile Distributed by Devon Tile & Design Studio Cabinetry: Glenbrook Framed Painted Halo, Designed and Manufactured by Glenbrook Cabinetry Countertops: San Vincent, Manufactured by Polarstone, Distributed by Renaissance Marble & Granite, Inc. Shower Bench: Pure White Quartz, Distributed by Renaissance Marble & Granite, Inc. Lighting: Chatham, Manufactured by Hudson Valley Lighting, Distributed by Bright Light Design Center Bathtub: Willa, Manufactured and Distributed by Ferguson

In this space the classical elements were acknowledged through the use of classic handles, white subway tiles on the walls and black patterned tiles to the floor.

Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com

Фотограф: Максим Максимов, maxiimov@ya.ru

The cool blue and gray color palette of this master bath design creates a soothing space to unwind or get ready for the day. HomeCrest Brenner maple cabinetry in a gray finish includes a central tower cabinet that separates the two Kohler Caxton undermount sinks and adds extra storage. The Kohler Fairfax faucets complement the cabinetry hardware, as well as the Kohler towel bar, towel ring, and robe hooks. The Kohler Cimarron toilet has a built-in shelf above it and floor to ceiling glass shelves are built into a nook between the toilet and shower. The soothing shower includes Ice Gray Pebbles shower floor, a frameless custom enclosure from Maryland Shower, and a Q Quartz Calcatta Venice threshold, and a linear mosaic tile trim. The bathroom design also includes a pocket door, plus wall sconces and a pendant light that add sparkle to the room.

An expansive traditional master bath featuring cararra marble, a vintage soaking tub, a 7' walk in shower, polished nickel fixtures, pental quartz, and a custom walk in closet

Custom double vanity with perfect pull-out storage for hair products and organization! Photos by Chris Veith

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga

Andrea Rugg Photography