Welcome back! We’re so glad you’re here. Our mission on THIS modern farmhouse design project was to create a bright whimsical shared bathroom space for two vibrant and busy school-aged kids with a touch of creative contemporary nostalgia! Of course, adding more functional storage space is always on the list, and we utilized the general existing plumbing locations for the new fixtures and trim. It was also a must-have that this space reflected the streamlined continuity that flowed throughout the rest of the home we also remodeled and refreshed.
BEFORE
CHALLENGE
Working with the existing plumbing’s general location and existing plumbing wall helped us to keep costs within budget and allowed us to install a new tub, custom vanity, two new medicine cabinets (which took a little creative rerouting of the new plumbing lines), all new beautiful fixtures, lighting and hardware, charming accessories, and custom countertops and tile!
SOLUTION
We decided to tile the ENTIRE back wall (see the before above) for a couple of reasons:
- The existing window placement was just SO unyielding, making it virtually impossible to install glass or a sliding door; and doing so, would would have made it’s placement look even more awkward. Further, dividing the wall into TWO visible sections by using two different materials would have made the awkward placement look even MORE obvious, so we opted for an elegant, nostalgic, and practical solution by tiling the whole wall for continuity and style, and the custom brass shower rod and vintage style linen curtain was the perfect finishing touch. What a great look!
- It will be much easier to keep the area behind the toilet clean for years to come!
TIP
For us, it’s always about the longevity of a space. How long, and how WELL, will your space be able to maintain itself after years of wear? Will it patina beautifully over time, or just wear out and in a year, becoming nothing like what you expected? Something to think about, right? Here, the tile was a great move, and for a small expense, over time, will prove to be well worth the investment.
AFTER
A touch of whimsy and nostalgia!
If you’re looking to add a touch of nostalgia and whimsy to a contemporary space, then this classic hex floor is a perfect choice! It goes in pretty easy, IF you have the RIGHT installer. In this case, we did. Our go-to tile team takes their work VERY seriously and alignment is KEY. No house is EVER perfectly straight, therefore, it is imperative that you: 1) prep properly in advance of tile installation; and 2) take the TIME to optically set your lines and tile patterns before install. This oversight is EVERYTHING and is standard for our team.
As you can see in the finish result, the time you take in preparation, observation, installation, and material selection, will NEVER disappoint. Being mindful of these steps also will provide a solid foundation for the material selection to be a little “less” than HIGH LUXURY, which eases the budget considerably when need be!
TIP
HIRE A PRO! Remember, it’s ALWAYS about the installation and oversight. Two VERY important key elements to a successful result. THIS is the investment every client must consider when considering a new build, remodel or renovation.
So… Here’s the result… What do you think?
Touches of antique brass in a vintage style and whimsical touches throughout this space give it the personality and charm that brings this space to life! Vintage style wall sconces set on top of the installed wall to wall mirror, give an added layer of sparkle and a unique glow to the experience. Bright white LOW SHEEN – HIGH QUALITY paint that will stand the test of time is always a sound investment!
TIP
Use a LOW SHEEN finish on the ceiling. Making sure that it will stand up to moisture is key, but no need to opt for a super shine in the bathroom (see the before) to get good coverage.
The lovely extension on this fabulous honey brass faucet (and wall mounted quite intentionally, for easy clean up) is perfect for little ones, as it projects closer to the center of the sink making the reach a little easier!
We added TWO new medicine cabinets in addition to the new custom vanity, which is larger and more efficient. The extra medicine cabinet makes it easier to “share” the space overall, giving each user their own personal storage. Handy whimsical towel hooks give that youthful touch of decor and really stands out on a bright white wall.
This gorgeous Brizo wall mounted faucet was a MUST HAVE. The Luxe Gold finish is just the right accent and has a beautiful un-lacquered finish look, while much easier to maintain; especially for kids! The Hollin cabinet pulls and Kinny mushroom cabinet knobs by Top Knobs were the perfect finish to pull it all together.
A subtle but necessary niche in the shower keeps soapy items at bay, and the GORGEOUS matching shower fixtures and trim gives another vintage pop to this California contemporary space. Adding an adorable tasseled shower curtain completes the vintage look.
IN CLOSING
We hope you’ve enjoyed seeing our modern farmhouse makeover as much as we enjoyed creating it, and perhaps you’ve even taken a few notes!
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Blessings,
Laura
Such a pretty space! Love the hardware and tile! Great selections!
Thank you so much, Julie! So easy to use affordable tile, when you put value on great installation. These knobs and pulls are (I totally agree) amazing. The color is glorious. Not too brassy and not too “antiquey”…LOL (is that a word?) LOL… Just enough grey tone in it to make it easy to use in a contemporary setting. Happy weekend! xox
What a gorgeous transformation Laura. A very well-thought design plan and I’m sure the kids feel a bit spoiled. I think that’s prettier than my own master bathroom, lol!
Thanks Crystal! These kids are so cool and kind…A well deserved update! Such a pleasure to perform this magic when there is so much gratitude and respect. So happy you stopped by. Happy weekend!!! xox
Laura: there’s so much I love about this space, but I especially love all these before/after and process shots to help us see exactly what the differences are.
And, I get how important alignment is in tile, and your clients are so fortunate to be working with you, since you have such an experienced team that knows exactly how to handle this.
And those little butterfly hooks for the towels? I love them. Such a charming final touch!
Beautiful Leslie…THANK YOU!!! It’s a challenge to get these done and up…but YOU inspire me to do it and LOVE that you create a platform for the design community to share our stories! Bless you for that. Indeed, working with a pro, even on an hourly consulting basis, is so very very important. It can save clients from a lifetime of stress every time they look at something that could have easily been prevented with a little thought, patience and a relatively small (in comparison to the construction budget) fee, in some cases. Especially when compared to ripping it out and doing it over! GAH…I can’t tell you HOW MANY TIMES we’ve been hired to “FIX” this type of paralyzing situation. Good point my friend…as usual! Love you! xox
Laura – such a beautiful bathroom and it’s always great to see how a pro problems solves tricky situations like that window.
Hello dear friend! Thank you so much. Isn’t just so great how we can all share our experiences here and learn so much from each other! Love YOUR blog so much. You’re always so generous and inspiring, Linda. Happy weekend!!! xox
Laura, this is simply stunning. What a transformation! I enjoyed being taken on your journey of this space.
Hey beautiful! Thank you so much! It’s getting more and more challenging to get these posts up on the blog…but so enjoy sharing with you guys! By the way, I LOVE your video journaling from the job sites! You’re so great on camera. Have a great weekend! xox
Gorgeous solutions, Laura! I’ll bet your clients are thrilled with the transformation!
Hey Janet!!! Thanks so much. Indeed, the clients are OVER THE MOON…and the kids are so lovely. A well deserved update. Happy Weekend! xox
Stunning transformation. And, oh my gosh, the brass hardware is so beautiful and perfect for this space!!
Hi Kari! Thanks so much. Aren’t those pulls and knobs just so great…I love resourcing hardware, it’s such a creative and effective item that adds SO much “design” to a space. Have a great weekend! xox
What a stunning transformation! I enjoyed reading about how you made your choices and your tips. Wall mounted faucet is a great idea for low maintenance =) I hope that kids are enjoying the space!
Thank you Laura! Indeed they are. Such great kids too. Well deserved and long overdue for this beautiful family! So glad you enjoyed it! xox
This is all so well done! Love the transformation to a timeless look!
Thank you Lisa! 🙂
Laura, your work is always so exquisite. Some of my personal favourite elements from your design was the wall mounted faucet and that sweet dragon fly towel holder! Well done Laura!
Oh sweet friend…THANK YOU so much! I so admire you and your words fill my heart! xox 🙂
Beautiful selections. Love the hardware and flooring!
Thank you so much for your comments and for sharing, Mary! Welcome to our blog!!! 🙂
What a stunning new bathroom Laura! Classic so much that the kids can use it as they grow up. Love your hardware and tile selections.
Thanks, Deborah! The hardware is a favorite of mine too, and you know we love a clean classic design! xox
Lovely! So fresh and bright!
Thank you, Shannon! xx
Oh Laura, this is so beautiful! Without changing any of the locations, it just goes to show how beautiful a space can be!
I am in love with many of the elements in here, especially the wall mounted faucet! Well done, my friend.
Sheri! You’re the BEST!!! Thank you for always taking the time to read, support, and post a beautiful and descriptive comment! It honestly means so much to me! XOX 🙂
So beautifully done! Thank you for the inspiration!
Thanks, Suzi! I’m so glad you’re inspired! xox