Bathroom Design
Guest Picks: Everything Old (Bath) is New Again
Vintage-inspired fixtures and accessories give a new bathroom polish and a nod to the past
I have been knee deep in bathroom design this month, so I thought I would share what's on my desk. The project I am working on is a renovation of a full bath in a 1910s bungalow outside of Boston. In its current state, it is a pretty tiny space. We are pushing a wall out to create a true "master bath" while trying to maintain the architectural integrity of the house as a whole with the choice of finishes and fixtures. Enjoy! — Stephanie from SabbeSpot
Hansgrohe Raindance S Showerpipe, Chrome
I am using this faucet system on a project this month. The exposed valve gives it a very classic look, but the clean lines allow it to work in very modern spaces.
Victorian Two-Handle Wall Mounted Faucet, Cross Handle, Polished Chrome
I am also using this faucet on a current bathroom renovation. I love it because it is so timeless, but the fact that it is wall mounted gives it a little modern twist.
Kingston Brass Vintage Leg Tub Filler with Wall Angle Arm, Polished Chrome
Per Massachusetts State Building Code, a faucet has to supply water to a tub above the water level. I'm using this guy on a 100-year-old clawfoot tub. It's new and updated, but it blends right in with the existing pieces.
Modern Bathroom Sinks
I love the look of big, old farmhouse sinks. For the same project I have mentioned, this guy will sit on top of a Carrara marble slab and vintage vanity. The overflow value (also a code requirement in the state of Massachusetts) was what made this a great find.
Hansgrohe 16570 Axor Montreux Pressure Balanced Shower
I love Hansgrohe products. I think the exposed valve systems are great for being able to offer modern amenities, like a rain shower, while still maintaining a very classic look.
Kingston Brass CC78T Double Handle Wall Mounted Clawfoot Tub Filler Faucet
This is a great fixture to update an old clawfoot tub.
Carrara Marble Italian White Bianco Carrera Marble Subway Tile Honed
This Amazon vendor offers very affordable Carrera marble tiles, as well as all the trim pieces. I have never purchased from this distributor, but they have tons of good reviews, which is a great benefit to shopping on Amazon.
Carrara Marble Italian White Bianco Carrera Bullnose Pencil Molding Honed
The coordinating pencil trim also comes at a great price. (Just to give you an idea, most retailers sell these for $12 to $14 per piece.) I love Carrara; it will never go out of style.
Bianco Carrara White Marble Honed Mini Hexagon Mosaic Tile
Mosaic tiles for the shower floor are a must so that you can get the proper pitch to the drain. Hexagons are my favorite.
Carrara Marble Italian White Bianco Carrera Herringbone Mosaic Tile Polished
Carrara is classic, and Carrara in a herringbone pattern is perfection.
Custom Shower Door Handle, Polished Nickel
One of my biggest pet peeves is when classic bathroom designs get the boring, old, polished chrome shower pull. I love this knob so much. It's a custom piece, but it's one of the most beautiful details I have seen, regarding shower doors, in a long time.
Myterra Crystal Quartz Glass Shower Door Knob
This is a budget-friendly alternative to the very nice, very custom shower door knob above. I am using this exact one on my current project. I can't wait to see it!
Elizabethan Classics Model SOSL Single Offset Bath Supplies, Chrome
When jazzing up an old bathroom, don't forget about the exposed piping, if you are lucky and have it. These chrome kits are great.
Princeton Senior
I am using two of these over the vanity in one of my projects. I like several different varieties of these swing-arm sconces, but this is the only one I have seen that has a glass shade option. With an Edison bulb, it is really going to help give the bathroom a classic charm.
Satellite Wall Sconce
This is a great, less-fussy sconce option. Again, the Edison bulb is what really sold me.
6-Light Distressed Iron Chandelier
I came across this fixture when looking for something to go over the clawfoot tub. I do not quite have the ceiling height for it, but it is a great fixture with an awesome price.
One Light Outdoor Pendant from the Marrakech Collection
I looked at this fixture to go over the clawfoot tub. It is a very affordable take on a very classic fixture.
Outdoor Pendant from the Maritime Collection
I considered this fixture as an option to flank the vanity. It is a charming design with a great price point.
Bronze Edison Pendant Light with Clear Shade
This fixture has a very hand-blown look with its irregular shape. It is simple, charming and very well priced. The best thing is that it has 10 reviews on the website and is rated a 5 out of 5. There is nothing better for reassuring clients than being able to tell them that 10 other people purchased it, loved it and came back to tell about it.
Nickel Mini Pendant Light
Lowe's has been really bringing it in the lighting department lately. I looked at this fixture to flank the sides of the vanity mirror. I like the thought of the nickel finish against the reflective surface of the mirror.
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