The Black & White Vintage-Inspired Bathroom project was special to us, as it was a long-awaited project for dear friends. Their Denton, TX home was built in 1979, and the master bathroom had been at the top of their “to tackle” list since purchasing the house a few years ago. The bathroom was dated and seemed drab to them. We were honored to help them liven up the space!

The space was small and out of style, so our goals were to create a bathroom that felt bigger (yet stick to the same footprint and layout to keep project costs reasonable) and update all surfaces to reflect our friends’ design style. Baths are an important relaxation method in this home, so we also hoped to find an alcove bathtub deep enough for a REAL bath!

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When asked what the bathroom was like before, our client responded that it was old, impossible to keep clean, and the “bane of her existence”. The all-beige space wasn’t the relaxing oasis she hoped for in a master bathroom. She particularly loves baths, and commented that she felt like she was sitting in a kiddie pool in the shallow garden tub.

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Our friends love the modern-retro design, so we selected glossy square tiles for the shower as a nod to this design. Clean geometric lines on every surface and a stark black and white color palette helped achieve a modern vibe. We brought in a bit of unexpected texture with a leathered finish on the granite countertop. In order to keep the neutral palette from feeling too harsh and sterile, we added knotty alder floating shelves custom-made by Drakestone Designs for storage above the toilet. Our friends also found a fabulous Aztec-print runner with the tiniest splash of rose to bring a bit of color into the mix.

Due to space constraints, our renovation plan included a combined bathtub and shower. However, one of our top objectives for the project was to find a 5-foot alcove bathtub that was deep enough for a real soak. We found a winner with the Signature Hardware Rolf Alcove Tub. The clean lines contributed to the sleek, modern look that our friends wanted in the bathroom.

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After photos courtesy of Darby Kate Photography.

Vanity – Sherwin Williams Web Gray

Walls – Sherwin Williams First Star 

Trim – Sherwin Williams Extra White 

Shower Walls – IC Brites in 6×6 White Glossy with Schluter Jolly Edge Trim 5/16” in Aluminum Matte Black, Grout – Delorean Gray (via ProSource)

Bathroom Floor – Finishes Tuscany 12×24 tile in White, Grout – Rolling Fog (via ProSource)

Bathtub – Signature Hardware Rolfe Alcove Tub

Tub Spout – Delta Trinsic 6-1/8″ Diverter Tub Spout in Matte Black

Shower Trim Kit – KOJOX Matte Black Shower System

Tub Drain – Kingston Brass Made to Match Tip-Toe Bathtub Drain in Matte Black

Floating Shelves – Custom-made by Drakestone Designs

Counter – Steel Gray Granite, leathered (via ProSource)

Sink Faucets – ANZA Bathroom Basin Single Handle Sink Faucet in Matte Black 

Vanity Lights – Capital Lighting

Mirrors – Reynolds Wall Mirror (Houzz.com)

Cabinet Hardware – Probrico Flat Black Modern Cabinet Hardware

Rug – Shoalhaven Gray Area Rug

Razor Hook – Tooletries “The Mason” Silicone Waterproof Razor Holder in Charcoal

Robe Hooks – GERZ Bathroom Matte Black Coat Hook

Other Hooks – BQTime Modern Self-Adhesive Hooks in Black

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