Warm Finishes and Pleasing Proportions Transform a Primary Bath

After: Replacing the large built-in tub surround with a minimalist freestanding bathtub created a more streamlined arrangement beneath the window. To address the lofty ceilings on this side of the room, Lienhard added a glamorous oversize chandelier, and Boyd increased the height of the shower entry.

The upgraded shower includes a rain shower head, a standard shower head and a handheld wand. Heated floors, controlled by a dedicated thermostat separate from the rest of the bathroom, add comfort underfoot. To permanently resolve the moisture issues, Boyd installed a high-efficiency exhaust fan with integrated sensors that automatically detect humidity and run as needed.

Extending the tile to the ceiling enhanced the room’s boutique hotel feel while protecting the drywall from tub splashes. Lienhard grounded the space with wainscoting made from the same large-format marble-look porcelain tile used on the floor. Above it, she wrapped the walls in the elongated subway tile featured at the vanity, connecting the two tile styles with a delicate pencil liner.

Floor and wainscoting tile: Magnifica Pietra Bianca, Bedrosians; grout color: Warm Gray, Prism