Help in blending contemporary and traditional styles in bath remodel?
Michael G
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
I am trying to find bathroom vanity cabinet pulls, towel bar and toilet paper holder, and other pieces that will complement this Delta Stryke wall mounted faucet, a cabinet like this and other pictured components. Please give me guidance here. I want a timeless, refined look on a darker wood cabinet that would be a take on a mid-century cabinet. The room will need to be a blend of contemporary and traditional to balance our personal preferences. We already have the faucet, light, medicine cabinet, toilet, tile, and shower door. Any help that you can offer is very much appreciated!
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PROJAN MOYER
2 years agoMichael G
2 years agolast modified: 2 years agoThe cabinet would look something like this, but with vertical legs. The shower with vertical 3x12 subway wall tile and carrara marble herringbone floor tile are shown in the second photo. In the third photo the mirrored medicine cabinet and light are shown above the spot the vanity will take. The fourth photo shows the pull i am thinking of for the drawers. Also included are the dimensions of the pull we are considering. Our thought is that whilr being somewhat different, some of the design characteristics are reminiscent of and complementary to faucet handles. Thoughts?
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Comments (5)The vanity and mirror are very attractive and will be a nice way to update your BR. I think the shower to the ceiling will look fine, but I would not do the bead board. I'm afraid that would make the ceiling look lower. Narrow vertical stripes - either on the shower curtain or in a wallpaper will help elongate the room. You might also consider painting the ceiling and walls the same light color - no crown molding....See MoreIs a square sink too contemporary for my traditional kitchen?
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Comments (8)Thanks for your response and feedback! I was looking through some books on Green and Green homes and they had subway tiles and ceramic hex floors. To me the hex floor felt busy. I put a marble mosaic in my master. Here's what I did with 12" x 12" tiles around the outside which helped break up the 12" x 12" a bit. And I ran the mosaic in the floor of the shower too. Here's my shower. Mine is mostly enclosed with just a glass door. If you like daisies, this is what I did in my upstairs guest bath although the pattern is a bit earlier than a 1940's bungalow (I was going for an early 1920's feel although as you can see with the above master, I didn't quite keep the look): We do have square tiles in the guest bath. I guess I was trying to do a bit of a riff on the traditional look. Maybe it's not working. Thanks for the dope-slap on the daisy tile. (shoot, now I want to delete the comments on the daisy tiles but it's too late!) No don't feel bad about the daisy tile. Secret? Our house is a brand new built craftsman inspired house. One that several folks thought was an original I renovated so I must have done one or 2 things right. LOL. However, I got seduced by the same tile as you! I love that tile and a few of the other water jet patterns Do you think any of this could work? The 12x12 floor? I think you could get away with the 12" x 12" if you keep the other tile more in tune with an older style. I apologize as I think I was reacting even more to the 4 x 8 and the 12" x 12" tile laid on the diagonal. I thought the 4x8 subway was at least in keeping in the proportion of the older ones. No. That is the one that really is off. If you're going for an older look than 1940's, then stick with a 3" x 6" subway. However if you want to stick to the house era, go with a 4" x 4". To take it from the ordinary, what about playing with them by doing a half offset similar to a subway tile? Is it possible to add a marble accent that would be in keeping w/ the style? The basketweave, wicker weave and spiral mosaic I believe have been around forever. Check out Subway Mosaics too. This is the company I ordered my daisy floor from. They have different sized marble tiles too....See MoreTraditional vs. Contemporary Decor
Comments (13)I agree with Lynsy…wool rugs can be found on websites like Wayfair in all sizes and prices…the key to selecting them is to look for “tufted” …and even “thickness”…at the entry you really don’t want to scrimp with a too cheap rug…as it is the introduction to your home…we use them …even in the kitchen..and bathroom….as they have more substance and won’t buckle or move around when walking on them…i chose patterns with more color depth but less variation/ or pale shades….they are so simple to clean because the tufts are tightly woven and they absorb less…a damp sponge….a good spot remover …..and occasional vacuuming has kept them in top shape for 15 years…the best part is …these traditional rugs go with everything …every style of decor…as an interesting feature in every room…one tip is that you can order a small one to just see color,etc. before you order the big one….i usually kept the small ones as they make great entry rugs ..at the back door…or-any other exterior entry...See More- PRO
JAN MOYER
2 years agolast modified: 2 years agoI guess I don't really understand the why of the faucet. : ) It looks heavy, and a bit traditional as well.
Compare below.................
Sorry, I think just doesn't feel right- needs more like the first below.
and definitely too heavy / curvy for your inspo.....you med cab. as well.
Michael G
2 years agolast modified: 2 years agoMichael G
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JAN MOYER
2 years agolast modified: 2 years ago Michael G
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