This bedroom and full bathroom are part of an adventuresome project my wife and I embarked upon to create a complete apartment in the basement of our townhouse. We designed a floor plan that creatively and efficiently used all of the 385-square-foot-space, without sacrificing beauty, comfort or function – and all without breaking the bank! To maximize our budget, we did the work ourselves and added everything from thrift store finds to DIY wall art to bring it all together. A partial double closet bar adds a little extra space while still leaving room for longer hanging clothes.

Custom built arched cabinet doors and a rich marble countertop frame this elegant home bar. Solid brass cremone bolts elevate the moment for an elegant finishing touch.

Stone: Birch - LedgeCut33 The number 33 represents the 3″ height and 3 different lengths of 12″, 18″, and 24″ of stone with LedgeCut33. Individual pieces guarantee a natural and authentic appearance which is easy to handle, cut, and install. LedgeCut33 is designed for a dry-stack installation and includes flat pieces and 90 degree corner pieces. Get a Sample: http://shop.eldoradostone.com/products/ledgecut33-sample

Full-overlay Rustic Beech cabinets in the "Charleston" door style and "Briarwood" finish. Village Home Stores
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In the master bath, the lady of the house has a vanity that faces the window so she can be naturally illuminated. Her makeup mirror is not pictured, but it sits on a stand so it can be easily moved and adjusted. Two metal shelving units (one is shown) flank the doorway and provide both display and storage opportunities. A Bonisolli Photography

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