Photograph by Matthew Millman
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This week I am pleased welcome Suzanne Tucker, friend, fellow Board member of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art and preeminent nationally known interior designer to The Perfect Bath. Her new book, The Romance of Design, has just been released. Below is Suzanne’s post:
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.
The delightful shop in New Preston, CT where I always find irrestible objects.
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I believe I have a Nancy Drew spirit. I always think the next clue is just around the corner. So last weekend I decided to search for some great bath accessories in the usual places, where the results are often hit or miss. While I did not make any purchases, there were a number of charming items that would enrich any space.
This bath is a wonderful example of what a bath refresh could look like. With interesting patterned black and white wallpaper, a great crisp white shower curtain hanging at the right length, and fluffy white towels, this bath looks fresh and updated yet so simple.
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Finally, the holidays are past, the parties a distant memory and now you can begin your winter home improvements. A good place to start is the bathroom. The planning process for a small refresh of any room is an exercise in organization, decision making, and investigation. The best results always come from taking your time and thoroughly defining the practical considerations and design dynamics of the space you are planning to overhaul.
