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Complementary from Bathroom Trends volume 2210
One way to merge the modern with the traditional is to create an eclectic mix of the two. But there is another way – a careful designer might introduce custom pieces that feature elements from both styles, resulting in hybrid but harmonious pieces of furniture.
This bathroom by architect Steve Nordgaard of TEA2 includes a good example of how a custom design can bring together the best of both worlds. The man of the house wanted a bold, contemporary bathroom ambiance, while the female client preferred a more traditional feel.
"The vanity is a case in point," he says. "The male client had seen a modern-look vanity he loved and we adopted this design but built in a few traditional elements."
The vanity's shallow, projecting sinks and floating slab of black granite counter-top cut a modern air, as does the backless nature of the design. However, Nordgaard introduced traditional cabinetry endings to the piece, creating an effective balance.
"This balancing of the contemporary with traditional occurs in other ways, too," he says. "For example, the vanity end pieces are mirrored by cabinets flanking the tub on the other side of the space, creating a dialogue between these rectilinear elements. However, this linear feel is off-set by the soft curving profile of the spa bath."
Even the bathroom's stone tile floors can be seen to merge the classic with the contemporary. The predominantly grey stone tiles feature small, shiny black marble inserts.
"The oversize bathroom mirror brings an increased sense of volume to the space and bounces natural light around the room," says Nordgaard. "In contrast to this, material tones in the bathroom are generally subdued. Achieving this sense of calm was another prerequisite for the owners."
Architect Steve Nordgaard of TEA2 designed this bathroom, part of a larger bedroom suite. The design combines both classic and modern lines.
A granite tub surround and cedar framing provide subtle reflections of the natural world. The faucets echo the room's marriage of classic and new.
Built-in sparkle on this tub surround adds to its appeal. The tub was built-in on an angle, due to its expansive size and the desire to have all window bays kept to the same proportion.
Classic stone used on the floor tiles is continued as the wall material in the shower stall. While the fittings are finished in a traditional-look matte, in reality they are modern fittings, with a high degree of functionality. Black marble insets bring a touch of the modern to the flooring.
1 master bath, 2 closets, 3 dressing area, 4 master bedroom, 5 mechanical room, 6 toilets.
Credit List
Architect
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TEA2, principal, Dan Nepp AIA; project architect, Steve Nordgaard; team member, Tyler Hillger
Flooring
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Travertine in beige; granite in Uba Tuba
Bathtub surround
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Granite in Uba Tuba
Lighting
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Lightolier; Vantage Controls; ZON
Toilet
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Kohler Memoirs Classic
Photography by John Umberger
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