Master Suite
Photos by Paul LinnebachBathroom at a GlanceWho lives here: A single woman who loves traveling and Asian styleLocation: Minneapolis Size: 125 square feet (11.6 square meters)Designer and builder: Paul Linnebach of Mantis Design + BuildScope of work. A full, down-to-the studs renovation that included the removal of a large bathtub and a partial wall. The shower was relocated to directly beneath a skylight, and a small space that previously housed a shower became a linen closet. A new vanity features a built-in hamper and accessory drawers for maximum efficiency of space. Style influence. The homeowner, whom designer and builder Paul Linnebach describes as “bright, warm and full of life,” loves traveling and Asian style. For the design, Linnebach took inspiration from his own travels to Bali, Indonesia, “where the showers and bathrooms are so connected and a part of the surrounding nature,” he says. George Kovacs Hidden Gems flush-mount light in chrome: Minka Aire via Houzz; custom-built mirror and vanity; Italian Design Collection center pulls in matte black: Schaub; 1446-CWH sinks: Decolav; Metris 260 faucets: Hansgrohe; concrete-effect floor tile in matte beige: Fioranese
4. Geometric: to enliven a surface. Geometric patterns are continuing to show up frequently in home design on numerous surfaces, and tiles are no exception. The diamond shapes on this wall are laid in an interesting formation that would provide hours of fun for the owners: Are they cubes, hexagons, flowers or stars? The design is certainly more visually stimulating than a classic subway arrangement, but the tiles are subtle enough not to overwhelm the space.
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