Design Diaries: Locust Valley Master Bath Renovation
The Assignment
Our latest project was a master bath renovation for clients who wanted to update their dated space. They desired a refreshing facelift that included modern elements while maintaining a timeless appeal. Key requests were a white and gray tile wet area with minimal grout lines, painting the oak vanity a nautical blue, and adding shiplap.
Key Factors
Several factors influenced our design approach:
Budget: Staying within a predetermined budget was essential.
Materials: No large veining in any stone and no warm paint tones.
Design Elements: Incorporating white and gray tiles, a nautical blue vanity, and shiplap while adding earthy elements like a cement-look tile floor, warm woods, and brass with mixed metals.
Functionality: Ensuring the space was both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
The Process
This project was handled through our Renovation Design Package, which includes several key steps:
Initial Onsite Consultation: We met with the clients to discuss their vision, likes, dislikes, and inspiration. We took measurements and made preliminary color selections.
Conceptualization: Based on the initial consultation, we developed several design options and shared them to get feedback.
Moodboard Selections: Once the conceptual options were approved, we created detailed moodboards to visualize the space.
3D Renders: We developed 3D renders to give the clients a realistic preview of the final design.
Design Delivery: After receiving approval on all design elements, we passed the detailed notes and specifications to the builder for implementation.
Final Staging and Styling: At the end of the renovation, we ensured the space was spotless and tidy before giving it a final touch with staging and styling.
The Before
The Result
The renovated master bath now boasts a stunning, refreshed look:
Vanity: The oak vanity was transformed with Grays Harbor by Sherwin Williams, providing a rich nautical blue hue.
Walls: The walls were painted in Misty by Sherwin Williams, and Alabaster was used for the shiplap, offering a creamy tone that softened the blues and grays.
Flooring: We incorporated a cement-look tile floor with a fun pattern on the shower floor, adding personality while maintaining a timeless appeal.
Tub: The inset tub was replaced with a freestanding tub under a gorgeous arched window, allowing natural light to flood the space.
Mixed Metals: Warm woods and brass elements, along with mixed metals, were introduced to create a harmonious balance.
My Thoughts
This project was honestly super fun to execute. I don’t always get the chance to get in at the end of a project and add a few touches to the space to show the client it’s new found potential. Getting to bring a few key pieces and design elements for finish photos was not only fun for me but helpful to our clients—providing them with a little vision on how to style their shelves, and settle into their new beautiful master bathroom.
