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Falls Church BathroomContemporary Bathroom, DC Metro

Winner - 2011 NKBA Baltimore/Washington Chapter Best of Class for Small Bath

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What are the dimensions on this bathroom?

PRO
Design Studio International
Dear Liese, I'm so glad you like this bathroom. Does your hall bath has the same layout?
Will you replace the existing tub with a shower? That's what I did here. Simple math tells me that if you have 7' or 84" long wall, the tub takes 30", the toilet by code needs 30'', so what's feft for the vanity is 24''width. That's little too small for vessel sink, as you wouldn't
have a lot of surface to put your cosmetics, etc. on. That's why I extended the countertop
in the niche over and behind the toilet's tank (some complicated rerouting of the toilet's vent pipe was done) and that prevented me from using an in-wall tank system (too tall)
and wall hung toilet, in addition to other factors. The vanity in this bathroom is 30'' wide and the sink is 18''D. This photo was taken from the door - very close to the sink and it looks larger this way. That gives you an idea about the proportion which works very well
in this space. If what I'm assuming about the vanity's width (or future teak ledge) is correct - 24''W - than a 14''D glass sink is the right size. However, there are many other factors to think about when remodeling a 60's bathroom, that you may want to consider trying to find an experienced professional bathroom designer in your area to help you
pull it together. Ideally, you would want to end up with a bathroom that looks professionally designed, it maximixes the potential of the space both functionally and
visually (as the design of this bathroom does), it will be joy to use for years to come and it's a true asset to your home.
I hope this is helpful information. Good luck with your project!
July 22, 2012
Liese Sadler
thanks for all the info, will take your advice. Liese
July 22, 2012

vjhamlin wrote:Mar 13, 2012

Who makes this sliding glass shower door ?

PRO
Design Studio International
Ms. Leone, I just found your question in Comments. The finish in both niches is a custom stained cherry veneer. The material on the walls surrounding the niches is a natural stone - in this case Seashell Limestone. The ceiling and the door are the only painted surfaces in this bathroom.
June 11, 2018
Joanne Leone
Thanks so much for your response. The bathroom is quite beautiful!
June 11, 2018

frenk277 wrote:Nov 9, 2012

Great niche solution. What are the niche dimensions?Who makes glass shelfs and what are the shelfs dimensions.

frenk277
Savena, thank you very much for quick and detailed answer.
November 12, 2012
PRO
Design Studio International
Hope I've been able to help you.
November 12, 2012

maryoroyne wrote:Aug 1, 2013

glass tile

- does the tile leave lots of water marks

maryoroyne
love it.. so that one colored accent tiled wall has both?
August 13, 2013
PRO
Design Studio International
Yes, maryoroyne. The acid etched finish appears lighter and the glossy finish - darker. We mixed the two for added interest.
August 14, 2013

veramiller wrote:Jun 11, 2012

pls tell me the manufacturer of this oval mirror? thank you.

veramiller
thank you soo much for your quick reply. beautiful job.....
June 11, 2012
PRO
Design Studio International
Glad you like it, Vera. It's one of my favorites too. If there's anything else I can help you with, please let me know.
June 12, 2012

drich1 wrote:Sep 17, 2012

Who makes the green shower tile and what is the style name.

PRO
Design Studio International
drich1, this tile was purchased by the client from a company in California that's no longer in business.
You may want to research glass tile manufacturers to see if anybody makes something similar. If not and you really want that look, perhaps you can find a company to make you custom tiles.
Hope this helps! Good luck with your project.
September 18, 2012
drich1
Thx.
September 18, 2012

nycsilk wrote:Nov 5, 2015

what are the dimensions of the mirror and where did you get it?

- I need an oval mirror to go over a 30"vanity with a 31"counter. I've not found anything this round.

PRO
Design Studio International
nycsilk, I'm glad you like the mirror. It's not oval, but round. The vanity in this bathroom is also 30'' wide and the mirror is 29'' diameter. It was purchased by the homeowner a while ago and she can't remember where. I think you'll find more options if you switch to a round mirror.

Good luck!
November 5, 2015

viaggiatore22 wrote:Nov 17, 2013

Who makes the toilet? What is the style "name".

PRO
Design Studio International
cbossone, this is the one piece skirted Carolina toilet made by Toto.
November 18, 2013

maryoroyne wrote:Aug 1, 2013

shower door

- love the doors.. do both doors open or just the one? very nice job !!

PRO
Design Studio International
Maryoroyne, only one door moves in this installation. The other panel is stationary (you can't enter the shower where the toilet is). If you need 2 doors, many options are available. It depends if you can use a standard size or you'll need a custom one.
August 8, 2013

scdubose wrote:Jan 5, 2013

How is the wall on the right of sink done?

- Is there a niche there also?

PRO
Design Studio International
scdubose, there is no niche on the right side of the sink (the bathroom is only 7' 6" X 5'), but there's one on the wall opposite the toilet. You can see it reflected in the mirror.
January 6, 2013

pholloway wrote:Dec 16, 2012

- Also, what light fixtures did you use around the mirror? And finally, do you think this concept would still work if I used a rectangular mirror since I need a medicine cabinet - preferably recessed. Thank you again.

PRO
Design Studio International
Pholloway, the pendants I used in this project are made by WAC Lighting, but it's important to note that they work well in front of the large stationary mirror, because their light is reflected by it. If you install a medicine cabinet, the pendants can not be in front of it, but on both sides and then you'll not get as much light from these
particular fixtures, as their light will not be reflected by the mirrored door of the cabinet. Also, if you're concerned about the cost, these pendants are low voltage and require a transformer. So not only the the system will cost more, but the installation will as well. You'll also have to devote space for the transformer that may be better used for storage. Perhaps it would be best to look at other options.
December 16, 2012

pholloway wrote:Dec 16, 2012

Such a nice use of the space

- My main and only bathroom is small like this one except my sink and toilet are reversed and I have a tub and like to use a shower curtain.Did you tile all the way to the ceiling all round the room? I have a lower ceiling at 7'4" and think it would look better with all tile. Also is the counte top the same material as the wall tile. Thank you. Any ideas are appreciated.

PRO
Design Studio International
Hi pholloway, I'm glad you like this bathroom. It's one of my favorite projects. Yes, we tiled all the walls to the ceiling and I agree with you that it would look best to do the same in your bathroom too. The tiles are custom cut shapes and sizes of Casablanca Limestone and the countertop is made from a slab of the same stone. In such a small space it's better not to use too many different materials. Obviously, if you use porcelain tiles on the walls, your countertop can be fabricated from similar natural stone or man
made quartz surface. My suggestion is to call/visit local countertop fabricators to see if somebody will have a remnant of the material you would like to use. Good luck!
December 16, 2012

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4. Use space above the toilet for open or closed storage. The red accent wall adds depth and a focal point.

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