The client still wanted a soaking tub, but one that did not take up all the space as did the built in tub. By positioning the tub at an angle in the bay area, space was available to reposition the shower opening, creating pricacy at the toilet.

Instead of having a long "runway" vanity, we designed a detailed center base cabinet, that broke up the "long, continuous" look of the bathroom.

To tie in the dark floors and warm up the cream tile, we chose a tan penny tile, which was used also on the floor of the shower. A decorative pencil tile was used to outline the border in the shower and on the backsplash of the vanity. Extra, simple details, that added character and value to the...