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Could this faucet style be used in a traditional home?

8 years ago

I need some candid design advice! I love this faucet (Brizo RSVP), but some of my trusted design sources are skeptical it would work in a classic/traditional home. I don't want to make an expensive mistake. However, I see it in Houzz photos that are very traditional and I think it's great. I haven't found another I like as well for my master bath update, where I hope to infuse a few unique/interesting details with a fairly classic design. I am doing white cabinetry, with Calacatta gold marble on the floor, probably a Nero Marquina slab counter, and black and gold accents scattered around the room. (I've attached a few other photos of choices that it would need to match.) Would this design be timeless and classic, or would it be trendy and go out of style? Is it too contemporary to go with my traditional/transitional choices?

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This is my backsplash wall tile (Ann Sacks "Circles"):

Roman tub by Maax:

Ballard Designs Beaudry mirror:

Thanks so much for your advice!

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geoffrey_b
8 years ago
I think it's a very 'unusual' design. Either you like it, or hate it. Somehow it reminds me of Alice in Wonder Land.
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cpartist
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
I love that faucet. It mimics more traditional styles while being contemporary. Meaning it bridges the looks. My style is also more traditional and I think it would go beautifully. You certainly can mix and match design styles.
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chisue
8 years ago
I agree. It's very "Alice" -- a la Disney.
Lisa B thanked chisue

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