Grab Bars - Photos & Ideas

This project was completed for clients who wanted a comfortable, accessible 1ST floor bathroom for their grown daughter to use during visits to their home as well as a nicely-appointed space for any guest. Their daughter has some accessibility challenges so the bathroom was also designed with that in mind. The original space worked fairly well in some ways, but we were able to tweak a few features to make the space even easier to maneuver through. We started by making the entry to the shower flush so that there is no curb to step over. In addition, although there was an existing oversized seat in the shower, it was way too deep and not comfortable to sit on and just wasted space. We made the shower a little smaller and then provided a fold down teak seat that is slip resistant, warm and comfortable to sit on and can flip down only when needed. Thus we were able to create some additional storage by way of open shelving to the left of the shower area. The open shelving matches the wood vanity and allows a spot for the homeowners to display heirlooms as well as practical storage for things like towels and other bath necessities. We carefully measured all the existing heights and locations of countertops, toilet seat, and grab bars to make sure that we did not undo the things that were already working well. We added some additional hidden grab bars or “grabcessories” at the toilet paper holder and shower shelf for an extra layer of assurance. Large format, slip-resistant floor tile was added eliminating as many grout lines as possible making the surface less prone to tripping. We used a wood look tile as an accent on the walls, and open storage in the vanity allowing for easy access for clean towels. Bronze fixtures and frameless glass shower doors add an elegant yet homey feel that was important for the homeowner. A pivot mirror allows adjustability for different users. If you are interested in designing a bathroom featuring “Living In Place” or accessibility features, give us a call to find out more. Susan Klimala, CKBD, is a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) and particularly enjoys helping her clients with unique needs in the context of beautifully designed spaces. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel

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Burnt Sienna White Vanity with Granite Coutnertop and Tiled Shower ~ Akron, OH

Cabinet-S-Top

In this bathroom renovation installed were: Medallion Cabinetry in the Silverline door style: Caldwell. Painted Maple Divinity Classic with Burnt Sienna Highlights. 18” deep vanity sink with 2 drawers with matching recessed medicine cabinet and 2 doors with mirror inserts. The vanity countertop is Marron Desert granite with eased edge and white oval undermount sink. A Kichler 3-light oil rubbed bronze. Moen oil rubbed bronze high arc wide spread faucet, shower head with separate hand held shower on slide bar with matching towel bars, grab bar, robe hook and toilet paper holder. A Vikrell 70 gallon Kohler tub and Gerber toilet. The shower is 10x14” ceramic wall tile with glass stone mix border. On the floor 7”x20” wood plank ceramic tile.

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