Sommerset Bathroom - Before and After
The Sommerset Bathroom Project is an early example of a budget-based remodel that reintroduces brightness and delight into an otherwise bland bathroom.
Written by Wilson HackPhotography by Andrea Calo
Photography by Andrea Calo
Main Bathroom
The clients bought a 1950s ranch-style house that had been renovated before their purchase. The bathrooms were basic and lacked character. The aim was to add warmth and visual interest back into the house.
The clients wanted a functional and peaceful feel for the children's bathroom, similar to a spa but not too formal. They removed the original built-in angle tub and replaced it with a rectangular bathtub and shower, creating a balanced focal point on the back wall. While the footprint remained the same, the entire bathroom was taken down to the studs and every finish and fixture was replaced.
The marble hexagonal floor tile from Floor and Decor adds visual contrast against the floor-to-ceiling subway tile, which was a budget-friendly find from a local Home Depot. The purposeful reflectivity of the subway tile opens up the space and creates the perfect backdrop for a gorgeous custom white oak vanity. The warm wood accents are complemented by a secondary storage cabinet positioned above the toilet, providing a fun little space for storing toilet paper rolls. This cabinet was a rare find from Suzanna's annual pilgrimage to the Round Top Vintage Antique Fair. Brass wall sconces from Cedar and Moss coordinate seamlessly with an oversized matching mirror from Rejuvenation, while faucets were chosen from the Kohler Purist line. To add both texture and softness, a colorful vintage Persian rug was included, along with Turkish towels from Odd Bird and a shower curtain from Target, completing the final design layering. The result is an upscale and kid-friendly space that brims with character and quality.