Washington DC Asian-Inspired Master Bath Design by #MeghanBrowne4JenniferGilmer. An Asian-inspired bath with warm teak countertops, dividing wall and soaking tub by Zen Bathworks. Sonoma Forge Waterbridge faucets lend an industrial chic and rustic country aesthetic. A Stone Forest Roma vessel sink rests atop the teak counter. Photography by Bob Narod. http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

Newly constructed double vanity bath with separate soaking tub and shower for two teenage sisters. Subway tile, herringbone tile, porcelain handle lever faucets, and schoolhouse style light fixtures give a vintage twist to a contemporary bath.

Built in the early 1900s, this brownstone’s 83-square-foot bathroom had seen better days. Upgrades like a furniture-style vanity and oil-rubbed bronze faucetry preserve its vintage feel while adding modern functionality.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Small contemporary bathroom in Other with a vessel sink, a one-piece toilet, red tile, ceramic tile, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, red walls, ceramic floors, brown floor and white benchtops.

Photo of a transitional kids bathroom in Toronto with white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, pink walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white tile, subway tile and flat-panel cabinets.

Photo of a large country master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, pebble tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Master Bathroom with flush inset shaker style doors/drawers, shiplap, board and batten.
Large modern master bathroom in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted, decorative wall panelling and grey walls.

This was a great piece our client found at a junk shop. We refurbished it in a shocking red and added an antique glaze.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops and red benchtops.

A glass top and some clever carpentry converted this beautiful Asian antique to the centerpiece for this small full bath. Pam Ferderbar, Photographer
Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Milwaukee with red cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, orange walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, glass benchtops and furniture-like cabinets.

This amazing condo remodel features everything from new Benjamin Moore paint to new hardwood floors and most things in between. The kitchen and guest bathroom both received a whole new facelift. In the kitchen the light blue gray flat panel cabinets bring a pop of color that meshes perfectly with the white backsplash and countertops. Gold fixtures and hardware are sprinkled about for the best amount of sparkle. With a new textured vanity and new tiles the guest bathroom is a dream. Porcelain floor tiles and ceramic wall tiles line this bathroom in a beautiful monochromatic color. A new gray vanity with double under-mount sinks was added to the master bathroom as well. All coming together to make this condo look amazing.

Moorish styled bathroom features hand-painted tiles from Spain, custom cabinets with custom doors, and hand-painted mirror. The alcove for the bathtub was built to form a niche with an arched top and the border thick enough to feature stone mosaic tiles. The window frame was cut to follow the same arch contour as the one above the tub. The two symmetrical cabinets resting on the counter create a separate “vanity space.

Remodelled en-suite in Griffith, Canberra
Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in Canberra - Queanbeyan with white cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and flat-panel cabinets.

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Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean master bathroom in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, pink walls, travertine floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, beige floor and beige benchtops.

Wanting the home’s guest bathroom to feel inviting and whimsical, we dove it to create a unique balance of saturated colors and lively patterns. Playing with geometric and organic patterns- from the simple tile grid to the nature inspired wallpaper, and slapdash terrazzo flooring- this space strikes a bold kinship of forms.

How cool is this? We designed a pull-out tower, in three sections, beside "her" sink, to give the homeowner handy access for her make-up and hair care routine. We even installed the mirror exactly for her height! The sides of the pull-out were done in metal, to maximize the interior width of the shelves, and we even customized it so that the widest items she wanted to store in here would fit on these shelves!

  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

This is an example of a large eclectic master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, red walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Rockville, Maryland Modern Bathroom #JenniferGilmer www.gilmerkitchens.com Photography by Bob Narod
Inspiration for a small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a one-piece toilet, matchstick tile, porcelain floors, beige floor and a shower curtain.