This one is near and dear to my heart. Not only is it in my own backyard, it is also the first remodel project I've gotten to do for myself! This space was previously a detached two car garage in our backyard. Seeing it transform from such a utilitarian, dingy garage to a bright and cheery little retreat was so much fun and so rewarding! This space was slated to be an AirBNB from the start and I knew I wanted to design it for the adventure seeker, the savvy traveler, and those who appreciate all the little design details . My goal was to make a warm and inviting space that our guests would look forward to coming back to after a full day of exploring the city or gorgeous mountains and trails that define the Pacific Northwest. I also wanted to make a few bold choices, like the hunter green kitchen cabinets or patterned tile, because while a lot of people might be too timid to make those choice for their own home, who doesn't love trying it on for a few days?At the end of the day I am so happy with how it all turned out! --- Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/

A guest bath transformation in Bothell featuring a unique modern coastal aesthetic complete with a floral patterned tile flooring and a bold Moroccan-inspired green shower surround.

An 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.

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Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, wood benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, a single vanity, a floating vanity and a vessel sink.

Sweet kids bathroom, with light grey wainscoting and fan tiles that mimic a fish scale pattern.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

The newly remodeled hall bath was made more spacious with the addition of a wall-hung toilet. The soffit at the tub was removed, making the space more open and bright. The bold black and white tile and fixtures paired with the green walls matched the homeowners' personality and style.

Carry a contemporary style throughout this southwestern home.
This is an example of a mid-sized kids bathroom in Albuquerque with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, vinyl floors, a drop-in sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white tile, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet and porcelain tile.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, concrete floors, a wall-mount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

With hints of blacks, blues, and golds, this bathroom renovation was a perfect mix to bring this space to life again. Double bowl navy vanity with Carrara stone and an accent of white shiplap to tie in a little texture for a clean, refreshing, and simple feel. Simple subway tile with dark grout and black fixtures to note a contemporary aesthetic.

Small scandinavian 3/4 bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, green tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Transforming this small bathroom into a wheelchair accessible retreat was no easy task. Incorporating unattractive grab bars and making them look seamless was the goal. A floating vanity / countertop allows for roll up accessibility and the live edge of the granite countertops make if feel luxurious. Double sinks for his and hers sides plus medicine cabinet storage helped for this minimal feel of neutrals and breathability. The barn door opens for wheelchair movement but can be closed for the perfect amount of privacy.

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Patterned floor tile and plenty of storage space for these kiddos.
Inspiration for a large transitional kids bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Design ideas for a small transitional kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, panelled walls, an alcove tub and green floor.

This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Small country master bathroom in Orlando with grey cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

This is an example of a large country kids bathroom in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, porcelain tile, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

The new alcove bath/shower includes a rainfall head and handheld shower handle. The overall effect is contemporary, but still befitting our client's preferred transitional aesthetic. Our budget-friendly, oversized accent wall tile creates some movement. The stone pattern incorporates another element of nature, which our client adores. Photo: Virtual360 NY