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In Georgetown: Rethinking the Retro Glam Bath

The Perfect Bath

The recent renovation of our Washington, DC showroom has given us multiple opportunities to think about the bath in new and sometimes bold ways. ” On the walls, a sophisticated and somewhat formal graphic pattern of water jet mosaics, hand-assembled in subtle shades of white and pale gray, tones down the 1930s references.

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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

Before making its way to Mexico, the Romans used Terra-cotta or fired red-clay vessels to carry water throughout their ancient baths. Chevy Chase, Maryland-based interior designer, Sarah Turner, of Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath, Ltd. Unlike its Talavera counterpart, Terra-cotta tile is unglazed and highly porous.

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Waterworks Studio

The Perfect Bath

We wanted to make it easy to assemble a bath confidently by removing guesswork and stressful decision making from the process. It has industrial references with exposed screws and handles that are beautiful and intuitive in form. ” It is devoid of any overwrought detailing and scaled to the most elemental and simple shapes.

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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

The classic look of a Bianco Carrara or Calacatta Gold bath is popular, and the current availability of field (in a variety of finishes and textures like honed, polished, tumbled, hand antiqued, marmo antico, brushed, etc.), Calacatta Gold Master Bath. moldings and mosaics allow for many design options.

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John Derain’s Renovation

The Perfect Bath

He refers to the work done in his space as the the non-renovation renovation. His new/old bath, pictured here, is a consolidation of several very tiny spaces. Pegs for towels, vintage lights, a folding chair and no mirror certainly give the bath its’ charm. He said the changes he made were a series of small tweaks.

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Cupboards Kitchen and Bath: Pantone 2014 Color of the Year.

Discerning Design

Ive had some of my design friends refer to it more lovingly as "kind of lavender". Pantone 2014 Color of the Year :: Radiant Orchid. We welcome 2014 with the return of the forecasted color of the year from Pantone. This years jewel tone is radiant orchid.

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Bath Furniture

The Perfect Bath

When planning a master bath or one for the ‘kids’ or guests, it is logical to want built in cabinetry, often similar to that used in the kitchen. It provides a counter top and storage for towels, toiletries and other bath sundries. The bath, with its beautifully crafted furniture, takes on the personality of the resident.

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