A Bali-Inspired Bathroom Oozes Spa-Like Luxury
Earthy elements and meticulous planning create a harmonious master bathroom
Whether it’s soaking in the zen like shower, taking in the natural light streaming from above or simply revelling in the calming interiors, there is nothing quite like this bathroom.
Shower
A 16-inch rain shower extends from inside the skylight well, reminiscent of a natural outdoor shower. “The crazy, beautiful idea of setting a large rain shower up into the skylight made this bathroom playful and luxurious,” Linnebach says. “It was one of those ‘Can we really do that?’ moments that really excited everyone. We took a risk, and now it’s the homeowner’s favourite feature.”
Linnebach added a concealed vent in the skylight well to make sure moisture didn’t get trapped up there.
Faux-wood tiles on the shower floor, walls and ceiling create a rich, organic feel without the hassle of maintaining real wood in a wet area. Linnebach meticulously placed each faux-wood tile so it would be almost impossible to spot individual tiles. The slender slat-like tiles on the floor mimic the look of a tatami mat. The other tiles are concrete.
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A 16-inch rain shower extends from inside the skylight well, reminiscent of a natural outdoor shower. “The crazy, beautiful idea of setting a large rain shower up into the skylight made this bathroom playful and luxurious,” Linnebach says. “It was one of those ‘Can we really do that?’ moments that really excited everyone. We took a risk, and now it’s the homeowner’s favourite feature.”
Linnebach added a concealed vent in the skylight well to make sure moisture didn’t get trapped up there.
Faux-wood tiles on the shower floor, walls and ceiling create a rich, organic feel without the hassle of maintaining real wood in a wet area. Linnebach meticulously placed each faux-wood tile so it would be almost impossible to spot individual tiles. The slender slat-like tiles on the floor mimic the look of a tatami mat. The other tiles are concrete.
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Real plants
One of the unique features is the living plants. Succulents and a money tree are housed in custom porcelain wall planters made by local artisan Julie Asbury.
One of the unique features is the living plants. Succulents and a money tree are housed in custom porcelain wall planters made by local artisan Julie Asbury.
Custom concrete shower shelves provide space for bathing products, candles or decor.
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Check out these 10 ways to put a shelf in your shower
Lighting
Above the vanity, a cluster of pendant lights sparkle like jewellery, lending a touch of glamour.
Above the vanity, a cluster of pendant lights sparkle like jewellery, lending a touch of glamour.
Backsplash
The backsplash tile’s organic wave-like texture plays off the wood grain looks throughout the space.
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The backsplash tile’s organic wave-like texture plays off the wood grain looks throughout the space.
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Display niches
Custom-built walnut display niches in the toilet area bring warmth and character.
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Custom-built walnut display niches in the toilet area bring warmth and character.
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How to Design Your Dream Bathroom
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Bathroom at a Glance
Who lives here: A single woman who loves traveling and Asian style
Location: Minneapolis, US
Size: 11.6 square metres (125 square feet)
Designer and builder: Paul Linnebach of Mantis Design + Build
Scope 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.