By utilizing two different natural stones on the floor, tub/shower surround, and counters, the owners increased the visual interest while keeping the color values balanced. Lighted sconces emerge from the mirrors, gold fixtures crown the lavatories, recessed lighting provides ample ambient light,...

The tone of the lighter-colored counters is picked up in the key pattern on the floor. Photo: Dan Bawden.

Though set off by a door, even the water closet can boast of its own art work, which is congruent with the other Trompe L' eoil paintings in the room. Photo: Dan Bawden.

At the intersection of the two counters rises a stunning, well-lit display cabinet that doubles as a garage for personal appliances - a clever use of space meets the homeowners' needs ( see other photo). Photo: Dan Bawden.

As a stand-alone, this shower is picture-perfect and just as functional. Between the natural daylighting, the pendant and the recessed, there is ample lighting available for a complete bathroom experience day or night. Photo: Dan Bawden.