It’s always a blessing when your clients become friends - and that’s exactly what blossomed out of this two-phase remodel (along with three transformed spaces!). These clients were such a joy to work with and made what, at times, was a challenging job feel seamless. This project consisted of two phases, the first being a reconfiguration and update of their master bathroom, guest bathroom, and hallway closets, and the second a kitchen remodel. In keeping with the style of the home, we decided to run with what we called “traditional with farmhouse charm” – warm wood tones, cement tile, traditional patterns, and you can’t forget the pops of color! The master bathroom airs on the masculine side with a mostly black, white, and wood color palette, while the powder room is very feminine with pastel colors. When the bathroom projects were wrapped, it didn’t take long before we moved on to the kitchen. The kitchen already had a nice flow, so we didn’t need to move any plumbing or appliances. Instead, we just gave it the facelift it deserved! We wanted to continue the farmhouse charm and landed on a gorgeous terracotta and ceramic hand-painted tile for the backsplash, concrete look-alike quartz countertops, and two-toned cabinets while keeping the existing hardwood floors. We also removed some upper cabinets that blocked the view from the kitchen into the dining and living room area, resulting in a coveted open concept floor plan. Our clients have always loved to entertain, but now with the remodel complete, they are hosting more than ever, enjoying every second they have in their home.

Photography by William Quarles
Large elegant master stone tile and gray tile pebble tile floor and gray floor bathroom photo in Charleston with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, quartz countertops and white countertops

Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Omicron Granite & Tile
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen remodel in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and a double-bowl sink

We love using the encaustic, cement tile for the bathrooms in this home. They offer a continuous pattern and the perfect non-slip surface for wet feet. Victorian / Edwardian House Remodel, Seattle, WA. Belltown Design. Photography by Chris Gromek and Paula McHugh.

Betsy Barron Fine Art Photography
Example of a mid-sized cottage l-shaped terra-cotta tile and red floor eat-in kitchen design in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, marble countertops, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Large transitional master white tile and porcelain tile cement tile floor, gray floor and double-sink bathroom photo in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, green countertops and a built-in vanity

Mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile light wood floor, blue floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling alcove shower photo in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a floating vanity

Example of a large transitional master white tile and porcelain tile cement tile floor, gray floor and double-sink bathroom design in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, green countertops and a built-in vanity

Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile light wood floor, blue floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling alcove shower design in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a floating vanity

Alcove shower - mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile light wood floor, blue floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling alcove shower idea in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a floating vanity

Example of a mid-sized minimalist kids' black tile and porcelain tile ceramic tile and white floor bathroom design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

This quaint craftsman home had a very dark, difficult master bath space and the homeowners were clamoring for a solution. Not only was more functionality mandatory, but also ensuring the style felt more like the homeowners and original to the house. We had the perfect solution… colorful concrete caustic tiles! Opening up the shower and removing the labyrinth-like doorless entrance was key! Doors now open in sensible ways, and the right things now seem to be in all the right places to get ready each day. We enabled the shower and the entire bathroom to be flooded with light and feature a stunning backwall full of style! This is now our clients’ happy place!

Inspiration for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile light wood floor, blue floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling alcove shower remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a floating vanity

Example of a mid-sized minimalist kids' black tile and porcelain tile ceramic tile and white floor bathroom design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops