Mike posted on January 24, 2009 09:28
Form and Function
Interior Design by Brooke Bodenheimer, The Kitchen Source
Text by Jennifer Krichels
When her client requested a sparse, contemporary bathroom design, Brooke Bodenheimer, a kitchen and bath designer for The Kitchen Source, began thinking of what would go unseen—plenty of storage and functional elements. Working with her client, Bodenheimer began to bring together a design that would subtly incorporate warmth, texture, and efficiency into a minimalist aesthetic. Mirrored medicine cabinets hide electrical outlets and space for appliances as well as toiletries. Brookhaven custom cabinetry floating vanities keep the bathroom uncluttered. The corrugated rattan-finish laminate countertop is lighter than most counter surfaces and maintains the structural integrity of the vanities. Against this surface, sleek Duravit sinks stand out. Hand-blown glass Artemide fixtures light both vanity spaces.
A frameless glass shower enclosure with Hansgrohe Rain Can and Hand Spray shower wand makes the strongest statement in the room. At its side, a freestanding trapezoidal Duravit tub and wall-mounted tub filler add a sculptural element. Unifying the space, an intense yet warm green paint color adds brightness and complements copper-toned Italian glazed porcelain floor tiles.
Tranquility for Two
Jennifer Barnes with Skanadario by Goodman Supply
Text by Chelsea Wallace
Jennifer Barnes long dreamed of designing her own home, complete with a relaxing bathroom. Years ago, her creative passion led her to an interior design degree, but she never had the opportunity to use it until she and her husband purchased a house. With a book of saved tear sheets, she went to work creating a tranquil, traditional environment for their new home.
The Barnes’ in-home retreat creates a balance between masculine and feminine elements by fusing Victorian accents with more modern features. White scroll accents were applied to the cabinets then rubbed lightly with silver foil before drawer pulls and plumbing handles were added for extra sparkle. The wall color, tan with a light walnut wash and soft rubbed metallic bronze, highlights the aged bronze chandelier and sconces by the master vanity.
The most important aspect to her as the homeowner, says Barnes, was a large Acryline tub for relaxing at the end of the day.
“I’ve seen a lot of bathrooms that are beautiful, but they’re cold,” says Barnes, who above all wanted to place equal emphasis on comfort and aesthetics.