Observations: Public Bathrooms Again

November 16, 2012

The ladies room in the new Ralph Lauren women's store on Madison Avenue and 79th Street is signature RL. The use of a Cararra marble counter top on washstand legs, a mosaic floor and beautiful black and white photographs is always classic.Slideshow

I haven’t written about public bathrooms in a long time, probably because most of them are abominable. But on my recent trip to Europe I saw several WC’s that merited photos.  Here are a few things that make a public bathroom worthy of this blog; of course, they must be sparkling clean, there must be a relationship between the design of the bath and its’ adjacent space (the lobby or restaurant), the fixtures should be in perfect working order and the lighting good for a makeup refresh. It is always nice if there are fresh flowers or a fragrant candle and, it goes without saying, the space needs to be visually pleasing.

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Personalize Your Bath: 1

November 16, 2012

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Only when you add your personal touch to a bath does it take on personality and reflect individual style and taste. The display of family pictures and art in this particular picture is a great example. Many of the items seem to be vintage; each has a soft patina. The layering of textures and finishes adds considerable warmth to the space. Additionally, the small table with shelves adds practical and decorative storage.

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Glass Tile Installation: Guest Blogger

November 15, 2012

An early stage installation shot—a freshly grouted wall in the bathtub.Slideshow

JILL LITNER KAPLAN of Boston, my guest blogger today, has been in the world of design for the past 20 years. An experienced professional, she has an exquisite eye for design, an understanding of client preferences, and a hands on style for managing her projects. I think you’ll love her Repose glass bath for two lucky little girls.

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Friday Post: Bath Accessories

November 15, 2012

This photo was featured in House Beautiful Magazine.Slideshow

I was attracted to this image for several reasons.  I am a proponent of a small collection to personalize any space but especially the bath. A great way to make small and seemingly insignificant objects seem important is to corral them all together on a tray.  The lovely Elsa Peretti silver bean, an ivory container with a silver overlay monogram, several small silver boxes and a clock make this a delightful arrangement and one that can be altered easily as the collection expands. It probably would not be hard to find similar objects in your home and create your own tableau.

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