I have found that my blogging is the most efficient way to put together a design board for a creative project. I spend many hours clipping digital images and sourcing the collection not only to present to my client, but to share with you as well. When it comes to a bathroom remodel it is quite a task to put together a collection of materials that will go into the finished design. I am not a huge fan of trying patterns with tile to create interest within a room. Instead, I prefer to use a range of materials in similar, or tonal color ways. In the end, I think that the finished designs have a higher level of both sophistication and visual interest.

I also like the idea of mixing old and new. In this bathroom project, you can see that there is a bit of "antique" in the rustic nature of the subway tile that will serve as the wainscoting to the room and the tile for the walls within the shower. I plan to use a modern and sleek glass door with nickel finish on the hardware. This will coordinate nicely with the nickel finish that will be on the shower heads and water controls. Instead of a tub, we are planning a larger, couples shower with dual heads and controls, in nickel from Kohler. As a special touch, the floor will be made from a collection of bleached sea stones that will add more tonal texture and wonderful feeling for the feet while my clients enjoy their new spa like master bedroom suite.

There is also a bit of antique in the use of a furniture style vanity. The floors in the room are currently oak and will remain so. I am not a huge fan of mixing a lot of different types of woods, so the use of an antique oak in the vanity will perfectly coordinate with the floor. I like the idea of a footed vanity instead of a baseboard of a toe kick to the design. I do think adding two bays of door style cabinets might both a better look and a much more functional design. I think that I may have to make a trip to Kitchen and Bath Details to discuss this design and adapting it to be both functional and beautiful.

I will finish the vanity with a clean, crisp, white carrera marble with an ogee edge. As another modern/antique juxtaposition, a polished nickel vessel sink and wall mounted faucet will provide visual balance and a sleek design flair to this exciting project.