Bathroom Remodeling

I used this same glass door in both the master and the full bath projects. It's the EnigmaX from Dreamline sourced at Lowe's. The external hardware and clean lines embody exactly the modern feel that I was going for in both spaces. The aluminum trim is just stock from Lowe's with a 90 degree corner the right depth to cover the glass tile edge. I buffed the aluminum a bit with a fine grit sandpaper and glued it in place with clear silicone. It picks up the drain cover, the door hardware, the basket assembly, the towel hook, and the shower head. The starkness of the glass and metal are softened by the richness of the paint and the warmth of the wood tones.

Even though my wife and I are only in our forties, I wanted to plan ahead for safety. This grab rail, sourced cheaply at Lowe's, plays beautifully with the other nickel and aluminum elements. It may even save my life one day.

Accents in brushed nickel or aluminum juxtapose beautifully with glass and wood. Mixed materials are eye-catching and make the space more inviting.

This is an American Standard Cadet 3 toilet with a dual flush mechanism. I used the same piece in all 3 bathrooms. These chair height, oblong bowls are a welcome improvement from the legacy units. Under $200 at Home Depot. Warning - the feed hose inside the tank did slip off the float assembly after 3 years and I had to zip-tie it back on.

You can find inexpensive art at Pier One, Home Goods, Kohl's, and the like that can add real character to your space.

The juxtaposition of the rich red wine paint, the glass tile, the stone tile, and the metal trim is exactly how I envisioned this space to come together. I wrestled with the darkness of the red (which has more purple in it than the photo shows), but the lighter shade in the same family (decidedly more lavender) was too safe a choice. What do you think?