This is by far my favourite bathroom, I always design for my clients, but I personally would love this bathroom in my own home! While we decided not to move the placement of the tub, toilet and sink, this tiny bathroom was a full gut, due to the mold and plaster cracked walls.
What is Victorian Style?
Victorian style, encompasses a broad range of definitions and timeline. In Britain and France, architectural styles were often named after the reigning monarch, and depending what country you were in, the timeline for this architectual style ranged from the mid 1850’s through to 1910. Victorian architecture also ranges in complexity and details. The most commonly known style of Victorian Architecture is the Grand Queen Anne style, with houses painted in multiple colors, and “gingerbread” ornamentation. These houses had many details and ornamentation, inside and out.
As time went on, the Victorian styling, got a little simpler, with Folk Victorian Style. While there was still pattern and ornamentation, the use of complex trims and moldings got simpler. Here is an example of a Folk Victorian Kitchen.
What is French Hotel Inspired?
This client has spent some time living in France, and part of our design direction with this home was to bring cherished memories into the present day.
We chose the black and the white to represent the classic timeless french style, bringing detail and pattern onto the walls, floor, sink and the front of the custom cabinet doors. Also, the footprint of this bathroom is 6’x6′, so tiny, which you’ll also find a lot of in France.
Before the Bathroom Renovation
The bathroom lacked storage and counter space, didn’t have adequate lighting and there was a soffit above the sink that made the tiny bathroom feel even smaller than it’s 6’x6′ footprint.
The Brass shower surround is original, along with the brass faucet, likely matching the bathtub in age, which has a 1913 stamped on the bottom of it.
Before
BEFORE
After the Renovation
The custom designed and built vanity quadrupled the amount of storage available, and by wall mounting the faucet, we had enough room for the artist edition sink.
Stay tuned for part 2, where we show you the behind the scenes and the build of the bathroom.
What do you think of this bold Victorian Style Bathroom? Tell us in the comments below!
Oh, wow. That change is so amazing! I love that you were able to make it feel so modern while also retaining the Victorian vibe.
Absolutely gorgeous! I love this Victoriana styled bathroom, it’s so unique and classy.
Wow! What a transformation of this bathroom. I would feel like a queen in there.
This is absolutely gorgeous! And that tub, I’ve always wanted an older style bath like that.
Wow, this is absolutely stunning! Wishing one day my bathroom could look like this
It’s just like the olden days of the Victorian era. It’s simply so beautiful.
I love that big old style tub. You did a great job with this makeover too.
I love the inspiration behind this. Id say a great job with the renovation!
I have a friend with a house that looks so similar to this… I like to see renovations.
That sink and countertop are beautiful! I love the combination of the sparkly counter and the beautiful designs in the sink.
Wow, love the colors in the inside and this style. I would love to have like this style and colors.
Oh my gosh this is so stunning!
Amazing transformation! Oo-la-la – it’s FABULOUS!
What a gorgeous transformation, Lora! I love the use of multiple patterns and the dark, moody Victorian vibe, updated for today. And that artist’s edition sink is stunning! No wonder you want this one for your own home.
Congratulations on this. Your client must be thrilled!
Lora – this is pure stunning! Love the black floral sink and especially how it softens all the geometric tile!
It turned out truly posh! I love your choice of color palette for your bathroom renovation. Your tub is truly inviting!
I am in love with this bathroom. I can’t believe that it use to look like that before you transformed it. Incredible!