4. Interior Design Portfolio 2011-2015 FOR ONLINE

ABOUT ME
Hi! I’m Julia Carpenter, an Interior Design Intern who is ready to make the next step.
I am a very outgoing and personable individual who thrives in both challenging and stressful situations. I consider myself a
strong team player with a creative personality who has a lot to offer any business. My social and communicative skills are
the most recognizable strengths in my character as well as my ability to pay close attention to detail. I am very confident in
my design knowledge, especially related to kitchens and bathrooms since that has been my focus these last four years. I have
extensive understanding of a variety of computer programs including AutoCAD Architecture 2011, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
Indesign, Adobe Illustrator, Google Sketchup, and Microsoft Office.
I am a risk taker, a very hard worker, and I will never be satisfied until the job is done, and done while exceeding
expectations.

Interior
Design
Portfolio
THIS PORTFOLIO IS A PRESENTATION OF FREE-LANCE DESIGN PROJECTS I HAVE
ACCOMPLISHED BETWEEN 2012-2015. I HAVE A DEEP APPRECIATION FOR CREATIVE
EXPRESSION AND WOULD LIKE TO SHARE MY WORK WITH YOU.
VOLUME II [2012-2015]

project:
GUEST BATHROOM DESIGN
customer:
KAREN
location:
EAST END OF TORONTO (BEACHES)
task:
I DESIGNED A GUEST BATHROOM
THAT FIT INTO AN AWKWARDLY-
SHAPED SPACE. THE PROJECT
INCLUDED DESIGNING A CUSTOM
VANITY THAT MATCHED THE
OLDER CHARACTER OF THE HOME
BUT REPRESENTED THE CLIENT’S
MODERN LIFESTYLE.
project:
POWDER ROOM DESIGN
customer:
STUART
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A FUNCTIONAL AND
VISUALLY STIMULATING POWDER
ROOM THAT AWED GUESTS AND
MATCHED THE EXISTING DECOR
OF THE HOUSE. THE PROJECT
INCLUDED DESIGNING A CUSTOM
VANITY THAT FIT INTO THE STYLE
AND SIZE OF THE BATHROOM.
project:
ACCESSIBLE BATHROOM DESIGN
customer:
CLAIR
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A MAIN BATHROOM
THAT WAS ACCESSIBLE FOR
THE CLIENT’S FAMILY AND
DISABLED SON. THE DESIGN
WORKED AROUND CURRENT
INSTALLATIONS SUCH AS THE
TOILET AND VANITY, WHICH THE
CLIENTS WANTED TO KEEP. IT WAS
IMPORTANT TO HAVE A BATHTUB
AND ACCESSIBLE SHOWER TO FIT
THE WANTS OF THE FAMILY.
project:
KITCHEN DESIGN
date:
MONIQUE
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A KITCHEN AND DINING
ROOM IN A HOUSE THAT LIKED TO
ENTERTAIN. THE CLIENTS WANTED
THREE SEPARATE DESIGNS SO THEY
COULD BALANCE THE OPTIONS AND
CHOOSE THE BEST FIT. THE PICTURE
ABOVE SHOWS THE FINAL DECISION.
project:
BATHROOM DESIGN
date:
ROB
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A BATHROOM FOR A
FAMILY OF FIVE IN A SMALL SPACE
WITH AN AWKWARDLY-ANGLED
WALL. THE FAMILY NEEDED MORE
STORAGE AND A VANITY THAT WAS
MORE FUNCTIONAL THEN WHAT
THEY CURRENTLY HAD.
PHOTO OF COMPLETED VANITY MODEL OF BATHROOM DESIGN PHOTO OF COMPLETED KITCHEN MODEL OF BATHROOM DESIGNMODEL OF BATHROOM DESIGN
pages one to four pages five to ten pages eleven to twenty
Contents
pages twenty one to twenty four

project:
MASTER BATHROOM
date:
TRACEY
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A TIMELESS MASTER
BATHROOM WITH A CUSTOM
VANITY THAT INCORPORATED A
SEPARATE MAKE UP AREAAND
PROVIDED AMPLE STORAGE
SOLUTIONS FOR THE USERS. THE
SPACE ALSO FEATURED A FREE
STANDING BATH TUB AND A LARGE
CUSTOM-SIZED SHOWER.
project:
BASEMENT DESIGN
date:
VIK
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A LARGE UNFINISHED
BASEMENT AND TRANSFORMED
IT INTO A FUNCTIONAL RENTAL
UNIT. THE CLIENT ALSO WANTED
IT TO BE AN EXTENSION OF THEIR
HOME AND OPERATE AS A GUEST
QUARTERS OR “HANG OUT” AREA
FOR THE CHILDREN WHEN NOT
BEING RENTED.
project:
MAIN BATHROOM DESIGN
date:
DAVID
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A BATHROOM IN AN
OLDER “BEACHES” HOME. THE
CLIENTS HAD GABLE ROOFS
SO THE SHOWER DESIGN HAD
TO FUNCTION AROUND THE
EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE.
AFTER EXCHANGING IDEAS, THE
CUSTOMERS DECIDED ON THE
ABOVE DESIGN.
project:
CLOSET/LAUNDRY ROOM DESIGN
date:
DAVID
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A LAUNDRY ROOM FOR
A RETURN CLIENT. THE LAUNDRY
ROOM HAS SPACE FOR FOLDING
CLOTHES, HANGING STORAGE FOR
DRYING, CABINETRY TO HIDE AN
IRON BOARD, AND ALSO PROVIDES
ADDITIONAL CLOSET SPACE FOR
THE WIFE’S CLOTHES AND SHOES.
MODEL OF BATHROOM DESIGN MODEL OF BATHROOM DESIGN MODEL OF BASEMENT DESIGN MODEL OF LAUNDRY ROOM DESIGN
project:
BATHROOM DESIGN
date:
LYDIA
location:
task:
I DESIGNED A SMALL BATHROOM
IN A BEACHES HOME THAT LACKED
STORAGE SPACE. SINCE STORAGE
WAS AN ISSUE, A CUSTOM VANITY
WAS CONSTRUCTED TO FIT THE
UPGRADED LAYOUT AND PROVIDE
FUNCTIONAL CABINETRY. THE
CLIENT WANTED A MODERN LOOK
SO THE SPACE WAS DESIGNED WITH
A MODERN APPROACH.
PHOTO OF BATHROOM IN PROGRESS
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5.
4.
Karens
Bathroom
Design
The client lives in an old “beaches” style home. The tile selection
and vanity style had to flow with the existing character of the house.
The customer wanted the floating vanity to mimic the vintage
character of her home while representing her modern lifestyle. We
decided a floating vanity with two drawers would function and
aesthetically suite the style of the space. We completed the look with
simple yet decorative trim on the drawer front and a dark stain that
allowed the natural veins to show through.
The materials in the bathroom completed the design by showcasing
chrome fixtures, a marble counter, Carrera hexagon tiles, a ceramic
vessel sink, and subway tiled walls that stopped at door frame height.
project example one
2.

These pictures demonstrate different elements in the design.
You can see the materials used in the bathroom
through these pictures. I am really happy with how
the marble hexagon mosaics found on the floor
looked when finished. They add a great sense of
shape and texture to a rather simple space. We
tiled the walls with white, 3”x6” subway tile. The
client had tall ceilings so we stopped the wall tile
at the doorframe and painted the remaining space a
neutral color.
3.

Final
Design
tHESE PICTURES DEMONSTRATE THE CUSTOM VANITY DESIGN.
We debated about building a console table with antique legs but decided this
floating design with two concealed drawers allowed the user to have more
storage. We built the vanity using solid wood. The client had vintage handles that
were integrated into the design. The counter displayed a single bevel and was
fabricated from a beautiful slab of Calcutta marble. To insure the vanity stayed
as the focal point in the bathroom, we choose a white ceramic vessel sink so it
blended in with the white ceramic wall tiles.
4.

Stuarts
Bathroom
Design
The client lived in a typical east-end Toronto suburban house and
wanted his powder room to have a non-typical design that awed
guests. We achieved this by installing an over-qrtsized decorative
mirror, a custom built floating vanity, and completed the design with
brushed bronze fixtures.
The vanity consisted of one drawer, large enough to store tissue pa-
per. The towel bar doubled as the drawer handle. The vanity was
stained the same color as the clients dining room furniture, which
was directly adjacent to the powder room. The faucet and accesso-
ries where finished in brushed bronze.
Many possibilities were explored in the design of this bathroom.
The studies were important to insure the final product was the best
fit for the client. The studies are shown on the following pages.
project example two
6.

Final vanity design.
Final vanity design.
This option humored the idea
of adding legs to the vanity with
a bottom shelf. It was designed
after studying pictures of
console sinks.
This option demonstrates the
finalized design. The small
powder room felt more open
without the addition of console
legs or a bottom shelf.
This option humors the idea
of adding a bottom shelf for
additional storage. Ultimately,
we decided this was the weakest
design and the shelf served as
an impractical eye sore.
Vanity
&lighting
these diagrams demonstrate vanity concepts and light arrangements.
We studied many possibilities for lighting and vanity designs. We
decided that after much discussion, a single pendant light and floating
vanity were the best fit for this space
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Diagram
B.

Two
wall
sconces

Diagram
C.

Two
pendants

Diagram
D.

Single
pendan
Having two wall sconces beside the
mirror was considered. It was decided
against because it distracted from the
detail found around the mirror’s frame.
This was the chosen lighting installation.
A single pendant centered on the vanity. A
simple installlation that complemented the
other focal elements in the space.
Having two pendant lights was
considered. It was decided against because
it gave the wall a cluttered appearance and
distracted from other elements.
8.

Diagram
B.

Two
wall
sconces

Diagram
C.
Two
pendan

nts

Diagram
D.

Single
pendant

Restoration Hardware - Whitby Mirror
25”W x 50”H x 1-3/4”D
Natural finish
Kohler - Purist faucet with lever handle
8” widespread
Brushed Bronze
Caroma - Liano vessel sink
16-1/2”W x 18-1/2”H x 5-3/8”D
White Porcelain
Kohler - P-Trap K-9018
1-1/4” O.D Standard
Brushed Bronze
Kohler - P-Trap K-9018
1-1/4” O.D Standard
Brushed Bronze
Custom floating vanity - solid wood
31”W x 8”H x 19”D
Same color as dining room furniture
Kohler - Santa Rosa 1pc toilet
18-3/4”W x 28-3/16”H x 27-3/4”D
White Porcelain
These diagrams illustrate the products chosen to complete the bathroom.
Products9.

this is the final bathroom design.
I wanted the space above the toilet
to feature a shelf that could display
an oversized picture or any other
accessories. I suggested painting
the room an off white colour or
choosing from one of Restoration
Hardware’s neutral colour samples.
FinalDesign
10.

Monique’s
Kitchen
Design
This was one of my favourite projects. The client wanted to renovate
their entire kitchen and living room, completed with custom
cabinetry, built-ins, and new appliances. We added sliding french
doors that lead to the back yard and a new window found over the
kitchen sink. The client found a picture on the internet that resignated
with her and wanted the image to be the foundation to the design.
The clients needed to be sure they were making the right decision
on the layout because they wanted to intergate so many things but
many people were claiming the space was too small. I designed
three seperate kitchen layouts in a 3D program so the client could
get visual confirmation on the design they liked best. The original
design that inspired the re-model of the kitchen was ultimately the
design the clients landed on. All in all, this was a very rewarding
project and the outcome turned out great.
project example three
12.

This is an image demonstrating the final kitchen design. The
clients went with kitchen concept one. There was a picture
found online that looked very similar to what the client wanted
so they asked for the plan to resemble that specific inspirational
photo.
We added a new window and centered it over the sink. Not only
does this allow more light to enter the kitchen but it also creates
a beautiful focal point when you first enter the house. On top
of adding a new window, we also added new French doors that
lead outside to the backyard. The old infrastructure used to have
out dated rolling doors. The new style, shown in the following
concept perspectives, gave the clients the option of opening the
doors and connecting with nature while entertaining guests at
the dining table.
The design was very successful and the client’s regularly
comment on how much they love the new space.
a picture demonstrating the chosen concept.
14.

These diagrams illustrate different perspectives of kitchen concept one.
These perspectives reflect the chosen kitchen design. We felt this layout provided everything the clients
wanted. This kitchen has lots of functional counter space, provides great workflow, has ample amounts of
storage, and promotes social interaction because of the open concept while maintaining wide clearances for
traffic.
15.

These diagrams illustrate different perspectives of kitchen concept two.
This design tried to place seating around the island. In the end we finalized that the area between the desk
and island felt tight and was not optimal for traffic. I tried to create a social environment that created good
workflow and room for traffic. The counter against the left wall did not follow the standard 24” depth
that most kitchen counters follow. This depth was designed to only be 13” so the user would have enough
counter space, tons of storage, and still have a wide clearance for traffic.
17.

These diagrams illustrate different perspectives of kitchen concept three.
This was the least favorite of the three kitchen concepts. The clients and I felt the layout did not
maximize cabinet space as much as the other designs. There is more seating but less functional kitchen
space. The work zone in front of the sink is much smaller in comparison to concept one and two. This
layout is not optimal when you have more then one person in the cooking area.
19.

Robs
Bathroom
Design
This client had a small bathroom that was used by the whole family
and needed improvements in storage and bathing fixtures. The
original bathroom had little cabinetry and featured an old claw foot
tub that was chipped and discolored. The bathroom also featured an
angled wall that created an awkward space for the vanity. Originally,
the clients had a pedestal sink and wanted to fit a unit that provided
storage and counter space while still permitting wide enough
clearances to function effortlessly.
The bathroom required specialty products to complete the space.
This included a non-standard sized tub (54”L x 28”W x 22”H) and
a vanity that fit a non standard depth (24”W x 18”D x 35”H). I also
suggested fabricating a custom linen closet beside the bath, and
straightening the angle in the bathroom by adding open shelving to
create a corner for the vanity
project example four
22.

Strasser Vanity - Inset with Shaker doors
24”W x 18”D x 35”H
White
mirror
Single straight profile
Rectangle, undemount sink
Kohler - Santa Rosa
14”W x 31.25”D x 28”H
White porcelain
1 piece
Comfort height
Coompact elongated
Tubco - Vision 54
54”L x 28”W x 22”H
Drop in
$ - White, 3” x 6” subway tiled skirt
$$ - Bianco Carrera hexagon mosaics
$$$ - Slabs of Bianca Carrera marble
Custom linen cabinet
20”W x 18”D x 90.25”H
BathCity Shaker style cabinetry
Painted walnut (Benjamine Moore - CC40)
Two drawers and a cupboard
Custom glass tub shield
39”W x 12”D x 59.5”H
Two fixed panels and a pivot partition
Chrome, round hindges
10mm tempered glass
Products
Bianco Carrera counter
25”W x 19”D x 36”H
Cut to fit inside the
Single straight profile
Cabano Rotondo - Vanity Faucet
Single hole
Chrome
Small scale to acheive more counter space
The size of the space was so small and required speciality products to fit the needs
of the customer. I designed a linen tower tower to be built beside the bathtub
that increased storage. I also designed open shelfs located beside the vanity that
straightened the angle in the room. The interior of the shelves were also angled
to follow the shape of the bathroom. I designed the custom cut counter to extend
inside the shelf unit to maximise counter space.
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Davids
Bathroom
Design
This client had a very old and traditional house located in the East end
of Toronto. The current owners wanted a bathroom transformation
since the current design did not fulfill the needs of the family. It
only had a bathtub, which meant the family had to share the master
bathroom shower. We studied different layouts but decided in the
end to fill in a window and build a 48” X 36” shower in the corner.
I influenced the design and product selection. The clients chose their
own paint color and tile selection with minimal guidance. I chose
traditional “farm house” styled fixtures because the exterior of the
house was shaped as a barn with an old style gable roof. The job
went very well, the only hiccup was that the exposed shower system
took an unexpected three-month delivery time to finally arrive.
project example five
26.

Before
You can see in these photos that the bathroom was outdated. The sink was in a
location that did not permit a mirror because of an over head window so the users
had to place a dressing table beside the sink for the girls to use as a vanity. The
window did feature a beautiful stained glass design that I wanted to keep but the
clients decided to fill in the wall and convert that area to a shower. The exsisting
tile work was falling apart and the current cast iron claw foot tub was stained and
chipped so new fixtures were installed.
27.

Design &
Products
Fairmont Designs - Rustic Chic Vanity
30”W x 21”D x 36”H
Silvered Oak
Bianco Carrera counter, single straight profile
Camyl Tomlin - Solano Freestanding Tub
”W x 328”D x 28”H
White Acrylic
Center drain
TOTO - Soirée Toilet
14”W x 31.25”D x 28”H
White porcelain
Concealed Base
Strom Plumbing Elora - Victorian Faucet
8” widespread, deck mount
Cross handles
Chrome finish
Strom Plumbing Elora - Victorian Tub Filler
Adjustable swing arm, wall mount
Cross handles
Chrome finish
Strom Plumbing Elora - Victorian Shower
Exposed shower system, wall mount
Lever handles
Chrome finish
30.

My responsibilities for this project included product selection and floor plan
finalization. I assisted in the tile decision and the clients chose their own paint
color. We were very happy with the final outcome. The renovated design was a
huge improvement from the originally dysfunctional bathroom. The new layout
promoted functionality by providing a separate shower and a proper vanity with
storage and counter space.
After31.

Traceys
Bathroom
Design
This client had an extension added to her house by the previous
owners and wanted to redesign the space to become her new luxury
master bathroom. I had to design around the existing structure, which
meant working with a large, non centered window, and three exterior
walls, which meant limitations on plumbing installations. The client
had many design requests such as installing linen storage, a makeup
table, a single vanity, a large shower, and a separate bathtub.
The bathroom was originally accessed through a single door, which
I suggested widening and installing French doors so the bathroom
would have a dramatic entrance. I also suggested installing a
decorative pattern on the floor using different mosaics to create a
focal point in front of the tub. My job included performing a site
measure, compiling a few floor plans, representing the design
through a 3-D model, and suggesting products to complete the space.
The client invited me back to give my design opinion on helping her
design a new kitchen and upgrade her powder room.
project example Six
34.

Plansrefelcted ceiling plan and floor plan
To assist the bathtub in becoming the focal point within
the room, we centered a chandelier over the tub to insure
the users sight is secured on the products. This installation
gave the bathroom an appeal that felt majestic and custom.
We installed the chandelier on a dimmer switch so the users
would have the ability to operate it as mood lighting for the
space.
Along with general down lighting, we installed wall sconces
directly onto the mirrors found over the custom vanity and
make up table. These were installed so the light would reflect
off the mirror and illuminate the users facial features from
the front, thus eliminating awkward shadows when applying
makeup.
36.

BATHROOM DIAGRAMS AND CABINET ELEVATION.
You can see the suggested bathroom design through these diagrams. The
client had mandatory requests including her need for a makeup vanity and
linen storage. I suggested building a custom unit that featured wall sconces
installed on the mirror. This would help the client with makeup application
because it would light her features from the front and eliminate any
unflattering shadows.
We flipped the orientation of the custom cabinet (shown in diagrams) so the
linen tower would be closer to the bathtub and the make up vanity would
be away from the window. The bathtub was a feature in the bathroom,
becoming the focal point in the space. We choose a freestanding claw foot
tub built out of volcanic limestone. The bathtub was a high end product that
featured a timeless design and added elegance to the room which completed
the design.
Diagrams37.

Elevation
elevation showing suggested custom cabinetry.
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38.

Inspiration
research images.
These images inspired design elements within the bathroom. Like most projects, the client was on a budget so
many of the details had to be downplayed. We focused on the main focal features such as the bathtub, vanity, and
shower.
39.

Victoria Albert Richmond - Bathtub
66”L x 30”W x 24”H
White volcanic lime stone
White claw-feet
Chrome waste + overflow
Kohler - Santa Rosa
14”W x 31.25”D x 28”H
White porcelain
1 piece
Comfort height
Elongated
Riobel Romance - Vanity faucet
Chrome
8” widespread
Lever handles
Spring House - Exposed shower system
Rain head + Hand shower
Pressure balanced
Chrome
Lever handle
Basket Weave Tile - Floor pattern
12” x 12” sheets
Marble
Bianco Carrera with Black Granite
Products
Riobel Romance - Tub Filler
Chrome
Foor risers
Lever handles
Subway Tile - Walls
3” x 6” pieces
Ceramic
Warm White
Bianco Carrera tile- Floor
12” x 24” pieces
Marble
40.

Viks
Basement
Design
The client had an unfinished basement that they wanted to renovate
and turn into an area for their kids to hang out or serve as a rental
unit. The space held a lot of potential and the clients were really
passionate about getting the space to meet their personal wants and
needs. The client was collecting magazine clips and odd pieces of
furniture, hoping that one day she can finish the basement to her
style and put her collected items on display.
I made an initial proposal on how I felt the bathroom, laundry area,
and bedroom/office should be laid out. After the client and I met for
our revision session, we made changes to the basement design that
enlarged the bedroom/office and hid the laundry machines inside a
closet.
project example Seven
42.

the original basement and Integrating furniture.
The client had many pieces of furniture around their home that they wanted to use in the basement
once the renovation was complete. The client had a spare couch, a spare coffee table, a small drawer
system, and a very large farmhouse table that the wife picked up from a garage sale. The furniture fit
perfectly into the completed space. The individual units just needed a little TLC to bring the finishes
back to life. The couch and two tables were integrated into the living space. This is evident on the
plans shown on the following pages. I suggested the drawer system could be used as either a bedside
table or as a storage solution for laundry and cleaning supplies.
44.

research images.
The client was very passionate about achieving
a certain look in the renovated basement while
still maintaining a high level of functionality. She
provided me with many inspirational images that
she has collected over the years from magazines and
other sources. It was really important to the client
that the living space was centered on a beautiful
fireplace. In the end, due to building code regulations
we were unable to get a wood-burning fireplace so
we installed an electric unit and built a dramatic
frame around it.
I walked around the client’s house to get an idea on
what their current style was so the new renovation
would flow well with the rest of the house. The
client wanted to continue renovations throughout
the property so she didn’t want me to focus on any
rooms other then the upstairs bathroom. The upstairs
bathroom was her most recent renovation and the
family loved the style and wanted to mimic it in the
basement.
the clients upstairs bathroom
46.

These diagrams illustrate the first proposed design
The furniture that the client was storing was used in the living spaces, which can be seen in the above
diagrams. The requests of the client were to create a living space with a fireplace, a kitchenette, extra
storage, a three-piece bathroom, a laundry room, and an office space that could also be converted to
a bedroom. I proposed filling in one window in the basement to accommodate the fireplace. I also
suggested adding two more windows in the living room to allow light to enter the space. The basement
was half above the ground so changes like this were possible.
First
esign48.

FirstplansThis was the preliminary floor plan proposal for the basement.
These floor plans demonstrate the initial design proposal for the basements renovation. You can see that the furniture the clients
stored was utilized in the living space. The couch and table were centered on the fireplace, creating an aesthetically pleasing
symmetrical appearance. The final design, which can be seen on the following page, shows the enlarged bedroom/office space and
the smaller laundry room. I originally felt the laundry would be better against an exterior wall because we could then ventilate the
dryer straight to the outside. After consulting with the contractor, we determined the basement would function better with a larger
bedroom/office so we changed the laundry machines location.
50.

Final plansThis was the chosen floor plan for the basment.
These floor plans demonstrate the final basement design. You can see when compared against the preliminary floor plans that changes
were made to the laundry room configuration and the bedroom/office space. The clients were very pleased with the final outcome.
52.

Kitchen elevations.
The basement was designed to have a fully functioning
kitchen that could support renters incase the clients
decided to lease out the space. We studied two kitchen
cabinet possibilities and ended up finalizing on the
design to the left.
We considered adding smaller cabinets to the top of
the kitchen so the client could potentially display
decorative possessions. We ultimately felt that the
design benefited from simplicity and did not need the
extra storage. The cabinetry was completed through
the fabrication of decorative shaker doors and drawer
faces, and oil rubbed bronze cabinet pulls.
55.

Lydias
Bathroom
Design
The client bought her first starter home and was eager to begin
renovations so she could adapt the existing structure to meet her
needs and aesthetic preference. She was a single mom who did
not need a lot of space but did need a lot of storage. The original
bathroom provided a small 18”x10” vanity that could only store
cleaning materials. The renovated space featured increased storage
by accommodating a large custom vanity, a recessed medicine
cabinet, a recessed shower niche, and towel storage located above
the bathtub.
We wanted to take a modern approach so we built the space to reflect
clean lines and simple design. We integrated many natural materials
such as marble and walnut. We based the tile selection off two
inspirational pictures we found and installed mosaics throughout the
bathroom. I chose the floor tiles and the client chose the wall tiles.
project example eight
58.

Before
ThESE PICTURES REPRESENT WHAT THE BATHROOM USED TO LOOK LIKE.
The client moved into a new house and her first project was to renovate the
bathroom. The appearance and functionality of the current bathrooms did not
meet the client’s needs. The original tile and bathtub was aged and discolored
so we decided it would be best to start from the studs and re-build the space.
The bathroom did not provide enough storage for the client to store her
bathroom products or linens. The older home did have a linen closet but the
client wanted to use it as a pantry since the kitchen did not provide one. The
new design promoted functionality by providing custom storage solution and
upgrading the fixture orientation.
59.

Inspiration
ThESE ARE THE IMAGES THAT INSPIRED ASPECTS OF THE BATHROOM.
The client and I wanted to do something special with the tiles and vanity. We
both liked the idea of using small mosaics throughout the space, and enjoyed
the composition of white marble mixed with natural walnut. We studied these
images and adapted certain elements to fit the bathroom space.
61.

First
sign
diagrams of the preliminary design.
This was the original design for the bathroom.
We wanted to change the current placement
of the bathtub and toilet. We found out
after demolition that the structure presented
limitations, which prevented this specific design
from working.
62.

Diagrams of the final design.
These models represent the final bathroom design. Ultimately, we continued with the original bathroom
configuration. We installed upgraded fixtures such as a wall-mounted toilet and a floating vanity.
Designing the space to have wall-mounted fixtures helped free up floor area. Functionally this helped
with cleaning because the client can easily reach under the units. Aesthetically this opened up the space
because fewer items were resting on the floor. The client needed additional towel storage so we built a
cubby system over the bathtub. The client also decided to upgrade the window by enlarging the opening.
This allowed light to enter the room and it also made the space feel more open.
63.

Vanity
Design
These pictures show the installed vanity.
Designing and building the vanity for this space was a large project that
involved carful planning since it was the focal point in the space. We
fabricated the unit out of solid walnut and applied a clear stain to bring out
the woods natural veins. We installed finger pulls on the doors to maintain a
minimalist appearance.
We also fabricated a matching mirror with a recessed medicine cabinet that
reached the ceiling. The mirror had a light installed directly on the glass.
This would allow the light to illuminate the users face from the front, thus
eliminating any awkward shadows.
The overall vanity depth is 12” at its maximum. I suggested using a smaller
faucet and continuing the white quartz counter up the wall as the backsplash
but the client made her own selections and feels the space still surpassed her
expectations.
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Vanity design one.
This model demonstrates a proposed plan for the custom vanity. I prefer to
take a symmetrical approach when designing which is why I appreciated
the appearance of this unit. Ultimately, it was decided that this style was not
ideal and developed an alternative design.
final vanity design.
This model represents (relatively) what the final vanity looked like. We
decided to go with an asymmetrical appearance and recessed a portion of the
cabinet to fit between the doorframe and the wall. This created an entry that
felt less cramped and still provided increased storage.
66.

Final
Picturesfinal design..
These pictures demonstrate the final bathroom design. We were really happy
with the custom vanity, custom mirror, and recessed medicine cabinet. The tiles
turned out more blue then we anticipated but ultimately felt it worked well in the
overall space once complete.
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