Bath Time
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 12:39PM 
I firmly believe that a bathroom should be incorporated into the rest of the home. We spend a great deal of time in this space, and it does not need to feel completely stark and sterile, if that isn't your thing. Just like any other room, your bathroom should reflect your personal style, and most importantly, it should make you feel happy!
Since our bathroom is a shared space, I focused on maintaining a balance between feminine and masculine elements in its design. Also, because this is the only bathroom in our apartment, I wanted to create a room that feels welcoming to our guests. On that note - Welcome to our bathroom!
Lighting is a vital element in creating ambience in any room. Our bathroom came with recessed lighting, but I couldn't resist adding a set of sconces and an overhead flush-mount. Each source is hooked up to separate dimmers, allowing lots of flexibility to set the tone for any mood and cast a flattering light from every angle.
A pedestal sink is an excellent space-saver and injects a dose of classic elegance. Although our sink offers a generous expanse of counter space, we did end up losing out on under-sink storage. This challenged me to explore additional storage options, and I'm glad to say I found several fantastic solutions.
Surprise! This may look like an antique mirror from the outside, but it's actually a fully functional medicine cabinet. It offers plenty of storage for all our grooming goodies and keeps everything concealed, yet readily accessible.
Isn't this overhead fixture so fun? It turns one pretty light bulb into seven pretty light bulbs :)
Okay, I know this sounds crazy, but can I just tell you how psyched I am to finally have a normal white toilet with a tank?? Like most pre-war buildings, our old apartment had a tankless flushometer toilet. It was basically a chrome pipe sticking out of a peachy-pink bowl. Although I must admit that thing was quite the power-flusher, it was a total eyesore, and I couldn't get past feeling like I was in a public restroom every time I used it.
At the risk of sounding even crazier, I'm going to go ahead and call this toilet "handsome" - Its bold lines balance out the feminine daintiness of the pedestal sink and add structure to the room.
The glass cabinet provides allows us to store and display our prettier toiletries. I've been having so much fun styling it and making it look nice! :)
Another perk of having a tank toilet? An additional surface area for storage and knickknacks.
Wainscoting is an excellent way to add streamlined interest to your walls without tiling the entire bathroom. The rustic feel of the beadboard pairs so well with the earthy look of the slate tiles. Together, they bring warmth into in a room filled with glossy porcelain, shiny tiles, and chrome and nickel fixtures. The vertical panels end just below eye level, lending an illusion of height to the space.
Chris picked Benjamin Moore's "Wrought Iron" for the walls, and I must say he made an excellent choice! The rich color echoes the slate flooring perfectly and brings a unified look to the room. Contrary to popular belief, dark walls can actually make smaller spaces feel larger! The deep hue creates a crisp, clean contrast against the bright white details. With all the whites popping forward, the walls are visually pushed back, making the room feel bigger.
I absolutely love having a window inside our shower. The custom glass enclosure allows natural light to pass through to the rest of the room, keeping everything airy and bright.
Here's the thermostatic shower I was telling you guys about! It automatically adjusts to your designated temperature preference and delivers a delicious array of spray settings. Apartment dwellers - If you're sick of getting zinged every time somebody in the building flushes a toilet, a thermostatic shower is a total game changer.
I've never met a single person who didn't like subway tiles. These beveled beauties exude the classic look of traditional subway, with a touch of unexpected flair. Oh, and that bench is SUCH a heavenly treat at the end of a long day!
His/Hers cubbies built into the pony wall offer plenty of storage and keep our personal toiletries out of sight. These hidden cubbies really keep the bathroom comfortable and inviting for visitors, because nobody (including you) needs to see our squeegee, razors, and loofahs. BTW - Did you know that they brought back the original Herbal Essences Smooth & Shine Collections?! Total 90's nostalgia, without all the sulfates! :)
And that's our new bathroom! (Befores here) We officially wrapped up rennovations two weeks ago. It's been a heckuva journey, and I could not be happier with the way our home has turned out. But wait! This doesn't mean the fun has to end - now the decorating can start! Lots more to come, stay tuned :)
Reader Comments (14)
amazingggg. love your home!
Definitely a very home-y bathroom and can i say..., i LOVE the rain setting on the shower head!
Also love the over head light, it reminds me of a heating lamp (idk why)... so mentally i think i'm warm when i'm standing underneath it.
great design =)
*bruise wonki...
I think this is the most amazing bathroom I’ve ever seen. Love love love everything about it!!!
Jenn, this is beautiful and so well designed. You are truly talented!
This is amazing! I love all the little details. You're so creative with every minute detail!
I love how much thought went into all of the details in this beautiful room! It definitely feels very welcoming. Also love the writing here. So helpful for anyone thinking about renos and design!
Ahhh I so lurve it!! Your bathroom is amaaaazinggg! Actually, your whole place is just hands down awesome! ;)
Hi, where did you purchase your medicine cabinet? Love it!
Hi Tiffany! The medicine cabinet is from Restoration Hardware :)
I love love love the pedestal sink, and your handsome toilet! What brand are they and where did you purchase??
Thanks so much, Jennifer! They are both by Kohler, and I purchased through Home Depot :)
May I ask where the floor tile came from? I absolutely love every little detail! You have gorgeous taste! Thank you!
Your bathroom is gorgeous! I'd also like to know where you got the tile from.
Hi-what color grout did you use for the subway tile and floors? Beautiful bathroom!