Coastal Master Bath - Tone on tone classic design meets functionality

Coastal Master Bathroom

When thinking classic and timeless design many thoughts may come to mind. In this case our client came to us with that goal, pining for a space that was functional for two but refined and beautiful in all the right ways. When assessing the space, it was clear that much could be improved from the start. Balancing the color palette and sourcing particular material finishes would add dimension but keep the overall tone clean.

Dual vanities in different locations of the bath afforded the opportunity for multiple lighting and mirror selections.

Therefore, adding an interesting design aesthetic in an otherwise typical layout. Achieving the client’s goal to also have the largest tub possible (bubbles for two, please!) acted as a major factor in determining layout. A welcome challenge but one that affected everything. For instance, the placement of the faucet, scale of the vanity and water heater closet. Above all, our favorite elements boiled down to that original design statement.

Objectives

Infuse a timeless, classic aesthetic in a bath that otherwise screams choppy, dated, and old-lady

Consider existing storage space available for daily needs and extra linens and revisit vanity designs with exact needs and use preferred by the client

Add more architecture and visual interest to space with material selection on walls

Client wish list included a large tub and shower that could function logistically and visually for two adults simultaneously

Create an upscale coastal feel without the stereotypical accents

Design challenges

Re-design bath and shower space without opportunity to adjust layout or shift floor plan or alter the 8 ft. ceiling

Maintain dual-vanity areas each with dedicated personal storage (These two wanted to be very, very separate!)

Open space visually by removing and refining transitions from one area of purpose to the next and adjusting solid planes when possible

Client’s water heater stopped working and had to be replaced mid-demo (Closet to the far end of tub houses this and no other option with the way house constructed to move it.)

Incorporate the large transom window into the design layout, making it feel purposeful instead of accidental or an afterthought — the freestanding tub was large (per client’s wishes) and had to be centered under this window to balance the design thus dictating the size of the water heater and the design of the vanity to the opposite end

Design solutions

Streamlined overall look by incorporating shiplap detail to walls…this also helps to put focus on the walls and not the shorter ceiling

Installed a “wow” countertop of Vetrostone to further the serene coastal design

Raised height on existing water heater closet space for new unit and cleaner visual line

Freestanding tub with wall mounted plumbing fixtures met client’s wishes as it helped afford space for larger tub and freed floor space

Separate vanity spaces executed with different lighting and mirrors provided extra opportunity for mixing finishes and creation of two distinct areas for the client’s to get ready each day

Cool, refined color palette brought continuity to the overall bath space and helped update overall

Special features

Custom upholstered bench in Crypton performance fabric for use by tub

Custom designed upholstered mirror on the larger vanity

Gorgeous countertop material mixed with soft color palette! Provided a clean, updated look without being sterile or too stark. Traditional without being ordinary or expected

We love the neutral colors in this Coastal Bath design. Read our blog post about using the color gray in your home! Gray is not dead and we love it!