Before designer Mike Womelsdorf of Harrisburg Kitchen and Bath filled in the blanks, this Carlisle, Penn., bath lacked warmth and privacy. “Basically they did not feel at home when they were in their bathroom,” said Womelsdorf.
Blaring runway lights gave the bathroom a dated look. “That had to go immediately,” commented Womelsdorf. A sloped roof above the vanities constricted the room, despite its unused space.
Soft-pink countertops became cherry wood with a Sorrel finish and mocha glaze, while recessed lighting softly light the vanities’ natural granite countertops.
“The whirlpool tub looked like it was just sitting there and had no interesting details in this area,” said Womelsdorf. “It should be a focal point and make you feel at home.”
Italian natural stone tiles – patterned with four different colors – frame the new whirlpool. “These colors added the contrast we were looking for to create focal points,” said Womelsdorf.
Flowing from the whirlpool, the tiles cover the floors and shower as well. Radiant floor heating adds luxury to the warm-toned tiles.
“The toilet was positioned on the wall and looked completely out of place,” said Womelsdorf. “It had zero percent privacy.”
To fill the awkward space, Womelsdorf moved the toilet to the adjacent wall and created a toilet room for more privacy. Custom, faux-finish-painted walls give the bath a distinct character and feel.
Positioned in the corner, the previous shower lacked light, luxury and character.
Body sprays, a handheld fixture, a bench and a rain-shower head dress up the shower. Accentuating the Italian tiles, unevenly stacked recessed niches use the space between the wall framing. Womelsdorf commented, “We wanted to create a shower experience, not just another shower.”