Zoe Willis DesignMAKING A STATEMENT
Victorian terraced house in Southfields, London. With neutral tones throughout, the family bathroom and downstairs WC were designed to stand out. Vintage inspired suite and hardware butt heads with slick modern lighting and high impact marble effect porcelain tiles.
Polished brass hardware packs a punch against delicious blue and grey veined oversized tiles that encase the bath and shower area.Tom Dixon marble and glass feature lighting, illuminate the moody blue period panelled walls of this downstairs WC.
York House DesignsThe allure of brass when paired with green is undeniable. Like that final piece of jewellery completing a meticulously chosen outfit - it's the perfect finishing touch. Our choice of un-lacquered brass fixtures from Perrin and Rowe complement these bottle green tiles flawlessly. This synergy is evident in every detail from the primary brassware to the matching fittings on the bath screen and even the towel ring. It’s a testament to a cohesive and unified design approach.
H. Bero InteriorsThis crisp and clean bathroom renovation boost bright white herringbone wall tile with a delicate matte black accent along the chair rail. the floors plan a leading roll with their unique pattern and the vanity adds warmth with its rich blue green color tone and is full of unique storage.
Hobsons ChoiceA large Duravit Vero bathtub bestows the occupant with beautiful views across the garden whilst they relax.
Small alcoves at either end provide space for decoration and placement of necessities such as candles and lotions.
The natural grey 'Madagascar' porcelain wall and floor tiles from Porcelanosa have a realistic stone pattern which adds a visual element of interest to the surface finish.
Darren Chung
DBK HomeA column of recessed niches are aligned next to the shower fixtures and tucked out of sight from the entrance. These niches offer maximum storage for a bathroom shared by 3 boys.
Beveled subway tiles mingle with chrome fittings to create an updated clean and classic feeling.
RLH StudioArchitect: Cook Architectural Design Studio
General Contractor: Erotas Building Corp
Photo Credit: Susan Gilmore Photography
ArciformA perfect mix of blue hues and clean white tile make this bathroom a retreat! The addition of the crane wallpaper tied the space together and made this room unique.
Kathleen JennisonAn Arts & Crafts Bungalow is one of my favorite styles of homes. We have quite a few of them in our Stockton Mid-Town area. And when C&L called us to help them remodel their 1923 American Bungalow, I was beyond thrilled.
As per usual, when we get a new inquiry, we quickly Google the project location while we are talking to you on the phone. My excitement escalated when I saw the Google Earth Image of the sweet Sage Green bungalow in Mid-Town Stockton. "Yes, we would be interested in working with you," I said trying to keep my cool.
But what made it even better was meeting C&L and touring their home, because they are the nicest young couple, eager to make their home period perfect. Unfortunately, it had been slightly molested by some bad house-flippers, and we needed to bring the bathroom back to it "roots."
We knew we had to banish the hideous brown tile and cheap vanity quickly. But C&L complained about the condensation problems and the constant fight with mold. This immediately told me that improper remodeling had occurred and we needed to remedy that right away.
The Before: Frustrations with a Botched Remodel
The bathroom needed to be brought back to period appropriate design with all the functionality of a modern bathroom. We thought of things like marble countertop, white mosaic floor tiles, white subway tile, board and batten molding, and of course a fabulous wallpaper.
This small (and only) bathroom on a tight budget required a little bit of design sleuthing to figure out how we could get the proper look and feel. Our goal was to determine where to splurge and where to economize and how to complete the remodel as quickly as possible because C&L would have to move out while construction was going on.
The Process: Hard Work to Remedy Design and Function
During our initial design study, (which included 2 hours in the owners’ home), we noticed framed images of William Morris Arts and Crafts textile patterns and knew this would be our design inspiration. We presented C&L with three options and they quickly selected the Pimpernel Design Concept.
We had originally selected the Black and Olive colors with a black vanity, mirror, and black and white floor tile. C&L liked it but weren’t quite sure about the black, We went back to the drawing board and decided the William & Co Pimpernel Wallpaper in Bayleaf and Manilla color with a softer gray painted vanity and mirror and white floor tile was more to their liking.
After the Design Concept was approved, we went to work securing the building permit, procuring all the elements, and scheduling our trusted tradesmen to perform the work.
We did uncover some shoddy work by the flippers such as live electrical wires hidden behind the wall, plumbing venting cut-off and buried in the walls (hence the constant dampness), the tub barely balancing on two fence boards across the floor joist, and no insulation on the exterior wall.
All of the previous blunders were fixed and the bathroom put back to its previous glory. We could feel the house thanking us for making it pretty again.
The After Reveal: Cohesive Design Decisions
We selected a simple white subway tile for the tub/shower. This is always classic and in keeping with the style of the house.
We selected a pre-fab vanity and mirror, but they look rich with the quartz countertop. There is much more storage in this small vanity than you would think.
The Transformation: A Period Perfect Refresh
We began the remodel just as the pandemic reared and stay-in-place orders went into effect. As C&L were already moved out and living with relatives, we got the go-ahead from city officials to get the work done (after all, how can you shelter in place without a bathroom?).
All our tradesmen were scheduled to work so that only one crew was on the job site at a time. We stayed on the original schedule with only a one week delay.
The end result is the sweetest little bathroom I've ever seen (and I can't wait to start work on C&L's kitchen next).
Thank you for joining me in this project transformation. I hope this inspired you to think about being creative with your design projects, determining what works best in keeping with the architecture of your space, and carefully assessing how you can have the best life in your home.
Liza Nicole InteriorsFrom natural stone to tone-on-tone, this master bath is now a soothing space to start and end the day.
Douglah DesignsStep inside this stunning refined traditional home designed by our Lafayette studio. The luxurious interior seamlessly blends French country and classic design elements with contemporary touches, resulting in a timeless and sophisticated aesthetic. From the soft beige walls to the intricate detailing, every aspect of this home exudes elegance and warmth. The sophisticated living spaces feature inviting colors, high-end finishes, and impeccable attention to detail, making this home the perfect haven for relaxation and entertainment. Explore the photos to see how we transformed this stunning property into a true forever home.
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Project by Douglah Designs. Their Lafayette-based design-build studio serves San Francisco's East Bay areas, including Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo Oaks, Diablo, Dublin, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Oakland, and Piedmont.
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Arq-A Interiors LimitedThe master bathroom created to maximise space and functionality as well as providing a beautiful palette of grey tones with a feminine wallpaper to soften the look.
Photograph: Simon Maxwell Photography
Pett & Associates, LLCPhoto of a traditional bathroom in New York City using Carrara marble tiles and Carrara and Nero Marquina basket weave floor and border.
Photo: Elizabeth DooleyElizabeth Dooley
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