bathroom vibes

Ibañez Shaw Architecture designed a family home for the founders of Melt Ice Creams, Kari and Mark Seher, that splits the depth of its lot into indoor and outdoor areas.

"I love everything about our primary suite—the giant blackout curtains that swoosh just right when you open them to let the morning sun in through the big windows or close them to turn the world off at night,

The Lais designed their house to be theirs forever. As such, they were able to make design moves that made sense for themselves but that wouldn't have high resale value, like the Japanese-style master bathroom in the middle of the second floor instead of off of the master bedroom. The traditional setup features bath stools from Muji for washing off.

The primary bathroom features industrial-chic double sinks and mirrors, alongside pendant lights by Pablo Design.

In the spa-like primary bathroom—reconfigured so the tub sits directly beneath an existing skylight—basil cement tiles from Clé Tile complement a countertop and surround in mint verde terrazzo from Concrete Collaborative. “Green is my favorite color,” says Nicole. “It connects to nature, which I’m inspired by every day.”

In the primary bathroom, a simple palette of concrete floors and dark-stained cedar falls to the background, allowing the trees and stumps outside—seen through a purposefully placed window—to take center stage.

“I knew it would be good,” says Trey of the primary bath, where sunlight washes the Tadelakt plaster in the tub and shower area. “I didn't know it would be this good.”

The bathroom can now accommodate a wheelchair if needed. The floor is slightly slanted so that any water that splashes will flow to the drain.

“The freedom to build in Bali is exhilarating and addictive,” Rod says. “From the range of natural stones, timbers and hand-made finishes, to the endless patience of our construction teams, it’s a very rewarding experience.”

created this spacious, spa-like washroom,” says Braithwaite.

Cork doesn’t absorb water, making it well suited for the backsplash in the bathroom.

"One of my favorite moments in the house is the window above the vanity in the guest bath,

A new primary bath showcases shower walls covered with penny round Carrara mosaic tile.

A wooden bathtub evokes the couple's love of Japanese design and the primary suite "feels like a Japanese onsen, or spa,

The bathroom has views to the bushland on the cliff. The space is entirely open, with privacy afforded by the remote location and dense vegetation.