Dark and lacking functionality, this hard working hall bathroom in Great Falls, VA had to accommodate the needs of both a teenage boy and girl. Custom cabinetry, new flooring with underlayment heat, all new bathroom fixtures and additional lighting make this a bright and practical space. Exquisite blue arabesque tiles, crystal adornments on the lighting and faucets help bring this utilitarian space to an elegant room. Designed by Laura Hildebrandt of Interiors By LH, LLC. Construction by Superior Remodeling, Inc. Cabinetry by Harrell's Professional Cabinetry. Photography by Boutique Social. DC.

Hall bath renovation! Mosaics, handmade subway tile and custom drapery all combine for a stunning update that isn’t going anywhere for a long time.
Photo of a small modern kids bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, grey walls, laminate floors, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Valley Village, CA - Complete Bathroom remodel Featured shower shelf/niche within the shower retiling/renovation project. White, subway styled tiled walls with artistic, decorative tiles to accent your showering experience.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, solid surface benchtops, brown floor, an open shower, white benchtops and a double vanity.

Grey porcelain tiles and glass mosaics, marble vanity top, white ceramic sinks with black brassware, glass shelves, wall mirrors and contemporary lighting

Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black tile, blue tile, gray tile, matchstick tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, granite benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, an undermount sink and grey floor.

Architect: Robin McCarthy, Arch Studio, Inc. Builder: Joe Arena Construction
Mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, blue tile, gray tile, green tile, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Our client asked us to remodel the Master Bathroom of her 1970's lake home which was quite an honor since it was an important and personal space that she had been dreaming about for years. As a busy doctor and mother of two, she needed a sanctuary to relax and unwind. She and her husband had previously remodeled their entire house except for the Master Bath which was dark, tight and tired. She wanted a better layout to create a bright, clean, modern space with Calacatta gold marble, navy blue glass tile and cabinets and a sprinkle of gold hardware. The results were stunning... a fresh, clean, modern, bright and beautiful Master Bathroom that our client was thrilled to enjoy for years to come.

Photo of a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, marble, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, wood-look tile, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Mid-sized industrial master bathroom in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Countertop: Curava | Seaglass and Quartz | Color: Element Cabinet: J&J Exclusive Amish Kemp Cabinetry | Color: Surf Green Shower Walls: Topcu | Naima Stone Shower Accent: Elysium | Watercolor Green Shower Floor: Stone Mosaics | Pebble Tile | Green & White Shaved Hardware: Top Knobs | Modern Metro | Brushed Nickel

Photo: Bjorg Magnea
Photo of a contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, grey floor and white benchtops.

This full bathroom remodel began with removing carpet and a small tub. It made a full transformation with a walk in shower, marble floors, new plumbing and hardware, lighting, and a crisp color palette. Amy Bartlam

New Guest Bath with Coastal Colors
Inspiration for a beach style kids bathroom with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, blue tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Inspiration for a small midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, subway tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean master bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and a hinged shower door.