A standard alcove acrylic tub measures 60”x32”.This curved double curtain bar allows for more space while taking a shower. One bar holds the liner, and the other a decorative curtain.Simple chrome tub fixtures.
This contemporary shower features glass subway tile throughout. Although most glass tiles have a white backing, it is important to use the proper color thinset to avoid noticing imperfections through the glass. We selected white grout and a white thinset behind this tile to achieve the effect desired.The original tub was left in place. Marmoleum flooring, wood baseboard, and a modern vent cover complete the job.On the opposite corner of the bathroom is an inset medicine cabinet and a one-piece countertop with integral sink. Notice that the mirror is perfectly centered with the faucet and the light fixture.
The wall-mounted bar allows the shower head to be raised or lowered to the desired height. The shower head itself can be removed from the bar for various uses. This model comes with with a soap dish attached.Tiles from the same collection work very well together. For this walk-in shower, we used a 12”x16” field tile on the walls, a 3”x3” tile for the pan and the accent, and a 3”x12” bullnose tile for the curb.Shampoo cubbies are often set at eye level. The tile at the base of the cubby is always set on a very gentle slope, preventing water from pooling.
Elegant over-mount sink with granite countertop.The existing jetted tub was left in place, while all the tile work was re-done. It is important to use bullnose tile for this application to avoid getting hurt stepping in and out of the tub.This chocolate brown tile compliments the colors on the countertop and the vanity. The size of the tile is often proportional to the size of the room. In this medium-sized bathroom, the client selected a simple 13”x13” ceramic tile with light brown grout.
All the appliances have the same finish: range, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. The sink and the cabinet handles are also stainless steel.Pantries are often installed at the end of a run of cabinets. It is important to add a spacer between the last corner cabinet and the wall, in order to allow doors and drawers to function properly.This beautiful granite countertop extends 9” into the dining room to create some leg room for barstools.
Another example of an ever more popular vessel sink, and a wall mounted fixture. Note how the accent tile compliments the shower surround.Curved shower rods are becoming more popular, particularly where the space inside the tub area is limited. These types of rods are not spring loaded like the common straight bars. They are secured on the wall with screws through the tile.This photo speaks for itself. This is what a fancy toilet seat controller can do.
Most new downdraft stoves feature a chimney that rises several inches above the cooktop height when activated. Ideal for large pots and pans.Fir floors are often found in old Portland homes under carpet, vinyl or other floor types. We like to reclaim and refurbished any wood floor, whenever possible. Reduce, reuse, recycle!A brick chimney is purposely left in place in this kitchen, to create a contrast between old and modern.
These containers mounted under a cabinet will hold flour, sugar, coffee, salt, and more: just another great space-saving idea.This modern kitchen called for a detailed backsplash. A mosaic marble-mix tile, and glass subway tile was used.Making the best use of every inch of wall space, while decorating the kitchen.
A butcher block countertop was used in this small country style kitchen. Note that the microwave has beed incorporated into the upper cabinet to create more countertop working space.Large two-door stainless steel fridge, with ice maker and water dispenser witch custom nook.The wine bottle cabinet was placed away from any sources of heat, such as stoves or ovens.
A passthrough was created to open the kitchen up to the dining room (work in progress).A passthrough was created to open the kitchen up to the dining room.
