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FIRST PLACE / SECONDARY BATH
Jaque Bethke
Jaque Bethke Desgign, LLC.
Photo: Phil Johnson,
Provisional Media
Small But Mighty — One of the primary objectives was to
create a home that could host large dinner parties for family and
friends; however, they did not want the house to be too "serious."
The team began by gathering information from the clients and
putting together a wonderfully mastered floor plan and
accompanying architecture that would perfectly fulfill their needs.
The bath space lacked a tub which the client desired, so a
closet was relocated and a wet room was constructed in its
place. A 3D Model was constructed so the client could check
the bath suite's function, storage, special scale, coloring in
daylight and darkness, and view all the materials in place as
they were selected. "We could address any concerns before
they became a problem."
A show-stopping new tile pattern created a beautiful focal
point, complete with niches that can double as candle shelves
for a relaxing soak, or as a place to put bath products for
everyday use.
Grab bars that double as towel holders were masterfully
placed, and single basin was used on the vanity to provide more
counter space.
An artistic suspended light fixture was installed to add both
volume and a sense of arrival at entry.
A backlit mirror was installed with a magnifying mirror to
give directed light for tasks performed at the sink area. The
entire vanity area is covered in a beautifully textured one by one
glass tile.
A separate toilet room bookends the ensuite with a matching
glass enclosure and separate storage.
A large window is installed in this space to allow natural light
into the bath space.
Working with massive proportions and volume enabled us to
create a beautiful grand space that matched the clients' desire
for comfort. A measure of the magic was accomplished with
texture – we topped the space with a vinyl wallcovering that gives
an additional layer of durability in this "small but mighty ensuite."
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