Shower Tile & Niche

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

Ski in / Ski out Row House

MB architecture + design

Brighton Victorian Cottage

Provoke Design

A beautiful contemporary bathroom in Brighton that needed to accommodate family usage. Has been created here, fresh encaustic tiles with a traditional and modern fusen. We love the colours here. The client wanted to get away from whites and greys, while still on a budget we wanted to bring in a traditional element to complete the age of the home, being 120 years old. See before photos that show a huge corner bath taking up too much space and a tiny vanity that did not accommodate a family's storage of products.

The Cobbler's Shoes

Addison Grace Design

The hanging silver abstract pendants are the focus against the blue glazed porcelain herringbone tile. The round mirror is seen over the heavily marbled quartz countertops.

Ensuite bathroom

ROliver Constructions Ltd.

This luxurious ensuite is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Featuring a spacious walk-in shower with a large niche for all your toiletries and shower needs, the ensuite is designed for ultimate comfort and convenience. The walk-in shower is spacious and comes with a rainfall shower head.The room is finished off with a beautiful vanity with ample storage, a chic mirror and stylish lighting, creating a beautiful and serene atmosphere.

Tub to Shower Bathroom Renovation and Extension

Adept Services

Le Labo

Milou Potier

La jardinière suspendue au dessus de l'espace douche en alcôve

Fernleaf

Cree designs

Coastal Bathroom

Goldner Jack & Jill Bathroom

MDA Designs

Contemporary Master Bath Remodel

Infinite Home

Reston - Bath and Closet

Ready 2 Remodel

Removed the shower entrance wall and reduced to a knee wall. Custom Quartz Ultra on Knee wall Ledge and Vanity Top. Custom Niche with Soap Dish. White and Green Subway Tile (Vertical and Horizontal Lay) Black Shower Floor Tile. Also Includes a Custom Closet.

bathroom remodeling!

Kyra Construction

Zen Woods Lake Forest Residence

Zen Architect

Linear skylight shaft for bathroom to increase natural lighting. https://ZenArchitect.com

Channel Rd. Eclectic Modern

LETTER FOUR, INC.

Beautiful new full house remodel with second story addition

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

(2) Bathroom Remodel in Northridge

Pearl Remodeling

We demolished this 1950s Northridge home's master bathroom and guest bathroom to upgrade them to a modern style. The master bathroom has a freestanding bathtub, glass shower enclosure, two-piece toilet, double vanity, and custom shower niches. The floor is a beautiful white ceramic hexagon tile floor that matches the gray hexagon tiles of the shower pan and niches. The bathroom wall is covered with a beautiful marble subway tile around the bathtub and shower. The custom double vanity has a gorgeous dark shade of green-blue topped with a white marble countertop and chrome faucets. The double mirrors are perfectly aligned with the double vanity sink. The 5 new recessed lights perfectly provide enough lighting to every corner of the room and in the middle. Meanwhile, the guest bathroom also received a new vanity, flooring, and shower tiles.

Master Bathroom

Sophie Piesse Architect, PA

Exeter Villa

In Ex Design

2x8 Salton Sea Bathroom

Fireclay Tile

Bathe in blue-green beauty thanks to the soothing hues of Salton Sea. 2x8 Ceramic Tile in this best-selling color casts an aquatic glow around the shower and tub surround, inviting you to dive in and relax. DESIGN Carian Design PHOTOS JP Remodeling INSTALLER JP Remodeling TILE SHOWN Salton Sea 2 x 8

Turquoise Bathroom Design Ideas with a Niche

If you’re looking for bathroom ideas, look no further than Houzz. Our image gallery brings you a large range of photos with inspiration for your viewing pleasure, and not only that - you can also save your ideas in ideabooks and find the professional that has done the job. When planning your bathroom design or update, start by collecting images of designs you like and take it from there. Whether you are designing your bathroom from scratch, redesigning, updating or simply decorating, you’ll be sure to find ideas for every possible scenario. And once you're ready, you can find the architect and/or builder to get the job done. But let’s start with the bathroom design basics.

How to Plan Your Bathroom Design

A good bathroom design brings together beauty and functionality. It reflects your personality in its style, colours, fittings and fixtures, but serves your needs to a tee both when you’re getting ready for work in the morning and when you want to wind down in your bathtub after a long day.

1 Collect Bathroom Ideas to Decide on Your Layout

Firstly, consider your space. Is it rectangular or are you working with a long, narrow room? This will determine how many wet walls you can accommodate, and if a bathtub can fit. For example, in a narrow room a freestanding bathtub may not work, and a one-wall layout that lines up shower, toilet and vanity on the same wall will make sense in most cases. (It’s also the most budget-friendly option in terms of plumbing). Maybe separate rooms for toilet and shower make sense? Maybe you want to work with a window above a bathtub or in the shower. You may live in an old house where you can keep some of the original character of the home, or you may be working with a small apartment space. All these considerations are vital in deciding on which layout will work best for you. Have a look at some popular ideas to get started.

2 Consider How You Use Your Bathroom

Once you’ve gathered some inspiration, have a think about who is using the room, and how they will be using it. A single guy needs a lot less storage than a teenage girl, and a family bathroom may need to consider elderly family members. Making your bathroom wheelchair accessible could save you thousands down the line. You may also want to accommodate a washer and dryer in the bathroom, since it’s where clothes are taken off frequently. Also consider safety and cleaning. Ensure no-one will slip and hurt themselves, and consider that many little tiles will make for many little nooks for grime to accumulate, whereas big surfaces like a sink that is integrated with the vanity counter, or a big mirror will make wiping down the surface much easier than having sinks sitting on top or an intricately designed mirror.

3 Your Style Determines The Colours and Fixtures You Choose

When looking at bathroom photos on Houzz, you’ll probably lean towards a certain style pretty soon. Are you into rustic charm, modern beach house style or a mix of styles? This will determine if you opt for whites, greys and blues or if you go for dark cabinets, black floor tiles or bronze fixtures. Specifically, you want to consider:

Tiling

Are you going to tile floors and walls? There’s so many possibilities, from your choice of tile to how they are laid. If you’re budget conscious, you may want to consider a wallpaper or paint for certain areas. A simple grey tile can make room for other elements to shine, while mosaics or a subway tile can make a great feature wall.

Lighting

Lighting doesn’t only look pretty, but can impact your bathroom experience significantly. The mirror is a special area you want to light well, so that you don’t miss any hair when shaving or can apply that perfect line to your eye.

Furniture & Fixtures

Pay attention to how colours of cabinets and floor can impact a room. You may want to consider a wooden floor for something different and pair it with simple white vanity and cabinets, or you may want to go for the steampunk look with bronze tubes and black walls. Consider what type of shower, bathtub (if any), toilet, sink and vanity you want. Maybe you have space for a generous spa with walk-in shower, or maybe you want a freestanding bath to be the feature of the room.