Fireplace, Master Bath and Entryway + Staircase renovation
How good a project can turn out without a
design or designer. I also think it’s worth noting, that without the “right” contractor
onsite, the execution would not have been the same. In other words, this project
showcases the good taste of the customer, and the relationship and trust that was built with said customer by the contractor, or “lead” on the project. Careful consideration was taken before moving forward with every step to ensure materials used would be cohesive, and that meant on many occasions, new products would have to be reordered to achieve the desired end result.
Fireplace Area
This area involved moving the original location of the gas fireplace and reframing for a new and much more updated electric version, offering a plethora of colors to illuminate the logs and glass stone inside. The original design called for stone to be installed around and above the fireplace to a height of 8-10 feet, and shiplap moulding or “siding” above and around the stone to cover the rest of the drywall. After some discussion, the decision was made to increase the height of the stone to a point where it would resemble a traditional “chase”, which also added a much needed break in what would’ve been a large “square” section of shiplap.
The windows to the left were completely trimmed out in a paint grade pine and painted to match the newly installed baseboards throughout the entire first floor. The shiplap was painted with an accent color, to not only pull the shades of grey in the stone, but to compliment the light color used to repaint walls in the entire home.
One of the more challenging tasks was “lacing in” new hardwood flooring in front of the fireplace. This was needed because previously there was stone in front of the old fireplace, and a new and seamless look was needed. To minimize on cost to the homeowner, the necessary pieces were removed in a manner that the new hardwood could be “laced in” like a puzzle, and after refinishing the rest of the original hardwood, the end result was a seem less look, as if nothing had ever been done at all. One of the more unique pieces in this room, would have to be the new ceiling fan.
Called “Big Ass Fan”, this fan offered a unique look, with exceptional performance.
Last but not least, the electronics were installed with the upmost importance placed on not seeing any of the plugs, wires, or outlets. This required lots of measurements, and foresight for the proper blocking and electrical wiring to be installed before the walls were covered. The end result was absolutely perfect!
Entryway and Staircase
Carpet, outdated railings, and paint is what you noticed upon walking into this home prior to any work being done. All of the carpet on the main floor, dining room, and stairs was removed and replaced with “raw” red oak. They were sanded down,
finished with a natural stain, and a “matte” clear coat was applied three times for
maximum protection. The old traditional wood railings were replaced with a square, metal railing. These railings consisted of a square top rail welded to the vertical posts, and stainless steel wires running horizontally through the posts. A black powder coat was applied to the main railing pieces, which not only offers an incredibly durable finish, but an absolutely perfect contrast to the stainless wire running through the railings. An unplanned benefit to these railings came as a result of the natural stain used on the hardwood flooring. Not only did the black railings complement the light finish on the hardwoods, but they pulled the dark “veins” out of the oak, which is one of those magical things that sometimes happens without any planning whatsoever. One of the more challenging areas was the short, angled wall under the stairs. Due to the old stair treads being cut off, the edges could be seen when looking at the stairs from the side. Once this hurdle was overcome, the rest was easy in comparison. This area was simply going to be repainted, with no other significant changes. One day I just happened to be standing back looking at the stairs, and was standing at an angle
where I could see the shiplap on the fireplace wall...and the staircase wall. Something clicked, and decided to express to the homeowner that maybe we should shiplap this wall as well, paint it with the same accent color in the hopes that it would “carry through” from the hallway, into the fireplace room. I couldn’t be happier the client agreed to this change....the end result was absolutely perfect!
Master Bath
This is truly the showcase of the entire project. Right from the door, literally, the first
thing you notice is the very unique Rustica brand barn door. Not a typical wood door, this door has a metal frame wrapping three large panels of frosted glass. Beyond the door lies a beautiful marble tile covering the entire floor, and the majority of the walls, for the exception of the water closet or toilet room, and the vanity wall. Half, or “knee” walls create the shower enclosure, with a free standing tub set back perfectly. As you enter, the “Lux” gold fixtures begin to catch your eye. All of the tile was accented with matching metal edging, giving the marble an updated look, and pulling the very faint gold veins out of the tile. As you pan around to the vanity area, the custom cabinets begin to draw you away from all the marble seen upon walking in. This area is striking all on its own. Cabinets were made custom, and painted in contrast with a perfect gray which compliments the typical gray veins in all the marble tile. Any remaining drywall not covered by the corner cabinet was covered by the shiplap style wood used throughout the rest of the project, and painted white to match the rest of the woodwork in the bathroom. The backsplash consists of a small, hexagonal pattern marble, adding protection from any moisture, and wrapping around the wall mounted faucets perfectly.
Originally designed to have wall mounted fixtures, the decision was made to use
recessed lighting in the ceilings. Using smaller, and more “delicate” led lighting,
allowed for a better and uncluttered look throughout the space. These lights were
used above the counters, and in the shower area, and complimented with dimmer
switches to make the lighting more of a feature in the bathroom, with extra emphasis placed on the color, or temperature the lights emitted. Instead of the typical “yellowed” light, these bulbs emit a true white light which gives the space a truly updated, and “high end” look. The exceptions to these fixtures, were in the toilet room, and over the freestanding tub, where the perfect ceiling mounted fixtures were installed. Operating independently, the fixtures offered the possibility of having the more typical, warmer hue illuminating the space. Lastly, the shower enclosure uses a single piece of glass to contain the majority of splashing resulting from using the shower. Extra emphasis was placed on using what is known as “Fire Glass”, which is a truly clear glass with no blueing. Using this grade of glass was very important, making it seem as if there was no glass is there at all, and giving a seemless view looking through to the marble on the walls.
Miscellaneous
Painting the entire home was another decision that was made after suggesting it to the client during the remodel. This was another decision which changed the entire feel the instant one walked into the home. Instead of going through areas of the home which had some work done, to reach areas which were completely redone, fresh paint allowed for a new, updated, and seemless transition from room to room. Another important detail which should be noted, is the updating of the lighting throughout the home. All of the recessed ceiling lights were replaced with LED “trims” using the same bright white hue as in the master bath, giving the entire home a completely different feel once turned on. As an added benefit, changing so many of the lights would easily save the client money over time, and make the home more efficient.
design or designer. I also think it’s worth noting, that without the “right” contractor
onsite, the execution would not have been the same. In other words, this project
showcases the good taste of the customer, and the relationship and trust that was built with said customer by the contractor, or “lead” on the project. Careful consideration was taken before moving forward with every step to ensure materials used would be cohesive, and that meant on many occasions, new products would have to be reordered to achieve the desired end result.
Fireplace Area
This area involved moving the original location of the gas fireplace and reframing for a new and much more updated electric version, offering a plethora of colors to illuminate the logs and glass stone inside. The original design called for stone to be installed around and above the fireplace to a height of 8-10 feet, and shiplap moulding or “siding” above and around the stone to cover the rest of the drywall. After some discussion, the decision was made to increase the height of the stone to a point where it would resemble a traditional “chase”, which also added a much needed break in what would’ve been a large “square” section of shiplap.
The windows to the left were completely trimmed out in a paint grade pine and painted to match the newly installed baseboards throughout the entire first floor. The shiplap was painted with an accent color, to not only pull the shades of grey in the stone, but to compliment the light color used to repaint walls in the entire home.
One of the more challenging tasks was “lacing in” new hardwood flooring in front of the fireplace. This was needed because previously there was stone in front of the old fireplace, and a new and seamless look was needed. To minimize on cost to the homeowner, the necessary pieces were removed in a manner that the new hardwood could be “laced in” like a puzzle, and after refinishing the rest of the original hardwood, the end result was a seem less look, as if nothing had ever been done at all. One of the more unique pieces in this room, would have to be the new ceiling fan.
Called “Big Ass Fan”, this fan offered a unique look, with exceptional performance.
Last but not least, the electronics were installed with the upmost importance placed on not seeing any of the plugs, wires, or outlets. This required lots of measurements, and foresight for the proper blocking and electrical wiring to be installed before the walls were covered. The end result was absolutely perfect!
Entryway and Staircase
Carpet, outdated railings, and paint is what you noticed upon walking into this home prior to any work being done. All of the carpet on the main floor, dining room, and stairs was removed and replaced with “raw” red oak. They were sanded down,
finished with a natural stain, and a “matte” clear coat was applied three times for
maximum protection. The old traditional wood railings were replaced with a square, metal railing. These railings consisted of a square top rail welded to the vertical posts, and stainless steel wires running horizontally through the posts. A black powder coat was applied to the main railing pieces, which not only offers an incredibly durable finish, but an absolutely perfect contrast to the stainless wire running through the railings. An unplanned benefit to these railings came as a result of the natural stain used on the hardwood flooring. Not only did the black railings complement the light finish on the hardwoods, but they pulled the dark “veins” out of the oak, which is one of those magical things that sometimes happens without any planning whatsoever. One of the more challenging areas was the short, angled wall under the stairs. Due to the old stair treads being cut off, the edges could be seen when looking at the stairs from the side. Once this hurdle was overcome, the rest was easy in comparison. This area was simply going to be repainted, with no other significant changes. One day I just happened to be standing back looking at the stairs, and was standing at an angle
where I could see the shiplap on the fireplace wall...and the staircase wall. Something clicked, and decided to express to the homeowner that maybe we should shiplap this wall as well, paint it with the same accent color in the hopes that it would “carry through” from the hallway, into the fireplace room. I couldn’t be happier the client agreed to this change....the end result was absolutely perfect!
Master Bath
This is truly the showcase of the entire project. Right from the door, literally, the first
thing you notice is the very unique Rustica brand barn door. Not a typical wood door, this door has a metal frame wrapping three large panels of frosted glass. Beyond the door lies a beautiful marble tile covering the entire floor, and the majority of the walls, for the exception of the water closet or toilet room, and the vanity wall. Half, or “knee” walls create the shower enclosure, with a free standing tub set back perfectly. As you enter, the “Lux” gold fixtures begin to catch your eye. All of the tile was accented with matching metal edging, giving the marble an updated look, and pulling the very faint gold veins out of the tile. As you pan around to the vanity area, the custom cabinets begin to draw you away from all the marble seen upon walking in. This area is striking all on its own. Cabinets were made custom, and painted in contrast with a perfect gray which compliments the typical gray veins in all the marble tile. Any remaining drywall not covered by the corner cabinet was covered by the shiplap style wood used throughout the rest of the project, and painted white to match the rest of the woodwork in the bathroom. The backsplash consists of a small, hexagonal pattern marble, adding protection from any moisture, and wrapping around the wall mounted faucets perfectly.
Originally designed to have wall mounted fixtures, the decision was made to use
recessed lighting in the ceilings. Using smaller, and more “delicate” led lighting,
allowed for a better and uncluttered look throughout the space. These lights were
used above the counters, and in the shower area, and complimented with dimmer
switches to make the lighting more of a feature in the bathroom, with extra emphasis placed on the color, or temperature the lights emitted. Instead of the typical “yellowed” light, these bulbs emit a true white light which gives the space a truly updated, and “high end” look. The exceptions to these fixtures, were in the toilet room, and over the freestanding tub, where the perfect ceiling mounted fixtures were installed. Operating independently, the fixtures offered the possibility of having the more typical, warmer hue illuminating the space. Lastly, the shower enclosure uses a single piece of glass to contain the majority of splashing resulting from using the shower. Extra emphasis was placed on using what is known as “Fire Glass”, which is a truly clear glass with no blueing. Using this grade of glass was very important, making it seem as if there was no glass is there at all, and giving a seemless view looking through to the marble on the walls.
Miscellaneous
Painting the entire home was another decision that was made after suggesting it to the client during the remodel. This was another decision which changed the entire feel the instant one walked into the home. Instead of going through areas of the home which had some work done, to reach areas which were completely redone, fresh paint allowed for a new, updated, and seemless transition from room to room. Another important detail which should be noted, is the updating of the lighting throughout the home. All of the recessed ceiling lights were replaced with LED “trims” using the same bright white hue as in the master bath, giving the entire home a completely different feel once turned on. As an added benefit, changing so many of the lights would easily save the client money over time, and make the home more efficient.
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