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"Contractor of the Year" Award
This project earned the 2001 Contractor of the Year Award for Residential Bath
The client wanted a new layout that would be straightforward and elegantly uncomplicated.
They wanted to take advantage of existing height areas and views.
The gable end was reframed to accept the half circle window; rafter collars and
wall framing were reworked to accept the barrel ceiling. A circular topped recessed
niche was created at the soaking top to continue the theme of the barrel ceiling
and arched windows.
Since the suite was over an unheated garage, a radiant heated floor system was installed.
Matching closets were created at the entrance to the bath; one closet space was
transformed into an upstairs laundry room housing a full size washer and dryer and
built in ironing board cabinet.
Innovative uses included an expansive barrel-vault ceiling, slab glass, radiant
floor heat, and trace ceiling at entrance to bath.
The large soaking tub balances the double vanities and cabinets. The shower and
toilet rooms use etched, translucent glazing as a means of borrowing light from
the bathroom while preserving privacy in each area.
The interior finishes emphasize simplicity and rely on size and texture with a few
contrasting materials to offset the otherwise neutral palette.