Old fixer-uppers often require two competing levels of priorities from their new homeowners. First and foremost is the need to immediately attend to those repairs that ensure the continued functioning and general well being of the house’s structure. By nature, these usually demand “house on fire!” status, especially when compared to other types of remodeling work that simply enhances aesthetics and general comfort. In the case of a Delaware couple, a structural issue with the front of their 125 year old Victorian (it was sinking!), along with some other more pressing challenges, put a 13 year long hold on getting the bathroom for which they had long dreamed. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. By the time Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers was hired to handle the construction, the couple certainly had put plenty of thought into converting a spare second-floor bedroom into the master bath. Courtney Burnett, Fox’s Interior Design Manager on the project, credits the owners for “having great creative minds, with lots of ideas to contribute.” By the time it came to put a formal design plan into place, the client “drove the look while we devised how the space would function.” It’s worth noting that there are drawbacks in being given too much time for advance planning. Owners’ tastes in design may change, while a steady stream of new fixtures and building products always demand consideration up to the last minute. “We had been collecting ideas for a while…pictures of what we liked, but as it turned out, when it came time to select fixtures, tile, etc., we used little from those pictures,” the owners admit. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. The finished bath exudes an art deco spirit that isn’t true to the home’s Victorian origins, which Burnett attributes to being more of a reflection of the homeowners’ preferences than the actual era of the structure. Despite that incongruity, everyone feels that they have remained true to the house by selecting vintage style elements, including subway tiles for the walls, hexagonal tile for the floors, and a pedestal sink that served as the focal point for the entire room. But as with all dreams, once one is achieved, a new one soon beckons. With the bathroom’s strikingly beautiful turquoise paint barely dry, the completion of that long-awaited project has served to kick-start plans for finishing off the remainder of the Victorian’s second floor.

Chic, elegant yet simple. This master bath contains the delicate details of the Victorian style blended with today’s luxuries such as the spacious shower and whirlpool tub. A happy union between design and function.

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Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in Los Angeles with a pedestal sink and green tile.

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Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in Burlington with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white tile and subway tile.

The radiator system in the house is fully refurbished and works like a charm! While incorporating wainscoting height tile into the dry area, we painted the walls with C2 BD-15, Snow Sky, Satin, creating a watery, crisp and clean feeling in the room that this means the most in! Victorian / Edwardian House Remodel, Seattle, WA. Belltown Design. Photography by Chris Gromek and Paula McHugh.

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Renovation and addition to 1907 historic home including new kitchen, family room, master bedroom suite and top level attic conversion to living space. Scope of work also included a new foundation, wine cellar and garage. The architecture remained true to the original intent of the home while integrating modern detailing and design. Photos: Matthew Millman Architect: Schwartz and Architecture

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Photo of a traditional bathroom in Milwaukee.

Photo of a traditional bathroom in Other with open cabinets, a claw-foot tub, blue walls, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

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Photo of a mid-sized traditional bathroom in Miami with pink walls.

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Photography (Interiors): Susan Gilmore Contractor: Choice Wood Company Interior Design: Billy Beson Company Landscape Architect: Damon Farber Project Size: 4000+ SF (First Floor + Second Floor)

Inspiration for a traditional master bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and black benchtops.

Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in Boston.

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Inspiration for a small traditional kids bathroom in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls and porcelain floors.

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Photo of a traditional bathroom in Sussex.

Traditional bathroom in Other.

Traditional bathroom in Toronto.

This is an example of a traditional bathroom in Melbourne.