The Candide bathtub along with two barrel stools unify as one elegant piece of sculpture in this bath by Beth Webb. The burnished exterior of the tub and the silver tones of the stools create a warm and inviting space. The gentle arch of the windows is harmonious with the gentle dip in the rim of the tub. Long curtains soften the space and the floor adds warmth. This is a lovely combination of materials and surfaces, architectural details and the advantages of natural light.
The details of this bath, published in the October issue of Elle Decor, are fabulous. It starts with sculpture; the bathtub is set in front of an appropriately scaled dark wood fireplace original to the house.The mantle holds an assortment of personal objects and the painting above is not only interesting but a great size for the wall. Clearly, the space is large and the ceilings tall, always a great feature for a master bath. In this space, it is the combination of a grand hanging light, large scale pattern on the roman shade, wood floors and just the right furniture that make it so appealing. Finally, natural light adds ambient warmth and an invitation to relax. Not seen in this photo are highly decorative demi-lune tables for sinks and unusual sconces.
This photo was featured in AtHome Magazine.
It seems that we see more traditional baths published than modern ones. I was very pleased to see an example of the Waterworks modern .25 tub in AtHome magazine recently. This particular house has traditional elements, but the tub seems right at home. The right choice of materials, artfully layered, as well as beautiful textures and art make this a cohesive design.
I could not resist posting this vintage and eclectic bath from a recent issue of Elle Decor. It makes a bold yet classic design statement, especially with the box floor design and the scale of of the tub with its grand feet. The wall covering continues the color palette from the floor in warm yellow with a touch of terra cotta. The taste of the owner is reflected in the prints on the walls simply framed. Practical storage considerations were solved with baskets neatly placed on an antique piece of furniture.
