Step into modern luxury with this beautiful bathroom in Costa Mesa, CA. Featuring a light teal 45 degree herringbone pattern back wall, this new construction offers a unique and contemporary vibe. The vanity boasts rich brown cabinets and an elegant white marble countertop, while the shower features two niches with intricate designs inside. The attention to detail and sophisticated color palette exudes a sense of refined elegance that will leave any homeowner feeling pampered and relaxed.

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.

White and grey bathroom with a printed tile made this bathroom feel warm and cozy. Wall scones, gold mirrors and a mix of gold and silver accessories brought this bathroom to life.

Small eclectic bathroom in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Full bathroom with mirror above vanity.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Miami with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, glass tile, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

A true classic bathroom!
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Miami with furniture-like cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, recessed and wallpaper.

This stunning vanity with a double-sink fits perfectly into the white and gray interiors of the primary bathroom.
Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in Baltimore with grey cabinets, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, grey floor, a niche, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, coffered and wallpaper.

Bathroom renovation- We gutted this guest bath and replaced all of the plumbing fixtures, flooring, mirror and installed gorgeous hand painted grass cloth on the walls.

This sparkling half bathroom features a custom silver paint finish on the floating vanity and stunning glass vessel sink.
Contemporary bathroom in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black benchtops, a double vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

Luxury can come in many forms. In this Master Suite it shows itself through soothing colors, a rich tapestry of textures, and comfort galore. Hidden indulgences such as heated tile floors, motorized shades, and beefed-up insulation pamper the homeowners with the ease and coziness they were seeking. Work-horse tile exudes the opulence of marble with the ease of porcelain. Beautifully layered lighting amps up the illumination while bathing the space in warmth. The Suite further benefitted from the wonderful collection of art that the clients wished to have framed. The result? A Suite with tons of personality and a very personal touch.

Master bathroom, Wallcovering from MAgnolia home.
Inspiration for a large beach style master bathroom in Charleston with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master wet room bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This homeowner’s daughter originally contacted us on behalf of her parents who were reluctant to begin the remodeling process in their home due to the inconvenience and dust. Once we met and they dipped their toes into the process, we were off to the races. The existing bathroom in this beautiful historical 1920’s home, had not been updated since the 70’/80’s as evidenced by the blue carpeting, mirrored walls and dropped ceilings. In addition, there was very little storage, and some health setbacks had made the bathroom difficult to maneuver with its tub shower. Once we demoed, we discovered everything we expected to find in a home that had not been updated for many years. We got to work bringing all the electrical and plumbing up to code, and it was just as dusty and dirty as the homeowner’s anticipated! Once the space was demoed, we got to work building our new plan. We eliminated the existing tub and created a large walk-in curb-less shower. An existing closet was eliminated and in its place, we planned a custom built in with spots for linens, jewelry and general storage. Because of the small space, we had to be very creative with the shower footprint, so we clipped one of the walls for more clearance behind the sink. The bathroom features a beautiful custom mosaic floor tile as well as tiled walls throughout the space. This required lots of coordination between the carpenter and tile setter to make sure that the framing and tile design were all properly aligned. We worked around an existing radiator and a unique original leaded window that was architecturally significant to the façade of the home. We had a lot of extra depth behind the original toilet location, so we built the wall out a bit, moved the toilet forward and then created some extra storage space behind the commode. We settled on mirrored mullioned doors to bounce lots of light around the smaller space. We also went back and forth on deciding between a single and double vanity, and in the end decided the single vanity allowed for more counter space, more storage below and for the design to breath a bit in the smaller space. I’m so happy with this decision! To build on the luxurious feel of the space, we added a heated towel bar and heated flooring. One of the concerns the homeowners had was having a comfortable floor to walk on. They realized that carpet was not a very practical solution but liked the comfort it had provided. Heated floors are the perfect solution. The room is decidedly traditional from its intricate mosaic marble floor to the calacutta marble clad walls. Elegant gold chandelier style fixtures, marble countertops and Morris & Co. beaded wallpaper provide an opulent feel to the space. The gray monochromatic pallet keeps it feeling fresh and up-to-date. The beautiful leaded glass window is an important architectural feature at the front of the house. In the summertime, the homeowners love having the window open for fresh air and ventilation. We love it too! The curb-less shower features a small fold down bench that can be used if needed and folded up when not. The shower also features a custom niche for storing shampoo and other hair products. The linear drain is built into the tilework and is barely visible. A frameless glass door that swings both in and out completes the luxurious feel. 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

Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Other with grey cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper and raised-panel cabinets.

Die indirekte Beleuchtung in der Ablagenische der Dusche wird durch eine lineare LED-Spiegelbeleuchtung ergänzt, die den Waschtisch- und WC-Bereich optimal ausleuchtet. Das Hauptlicht im Badezimmer bildet die kugelförmige Pendelleuchte. Armaturen: Steinberg Waschbecken: Duravit LUV WC: Clou WC-Element und Drückerplatte: TECE Duschablauf: JUNG Plancofix Möbel: Inbani Glaswand und Spiegel: Glaserarbeit Fliesen: Provenza Tapete: wall&deco Accessoires: FROST und Decor Walther Fotos von Florian Goldmann

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Other with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Dallas with a built-in vanity, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an undermount tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and wallpaper.

Condo Bath Remodel
Small contemporary master bathroom in Portland with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, a curbless shower, a bidet, white tile, glass tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.