Ship Ahoy! Themed Bathroom Remodel

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The Design

Our Master Bathroom project was created in a turn of the century 2-story brick home overlooking downtown Kansas City, Missouri. We were tasked by our client, to design and build a Themed Master Bathroom based on the look of a 15th century sailing ship. When bathing, our client wanted to feel as if he was on the inside of the ship looking out. We enlisted the help of Elizabeth Rishel Design by Orion to create the mood, feel and look of an old sailing ship. Her design blended old timbers, antique iron and original brick with modern tile, blue glass and quartz. Other elements of the design included a large window view, LED shelf lighting and the clients own collection of nautical elements.

The Build

We were able to keep Elizabeth’s design within the existing space. Layers of tile, old wall plaster and floor finish were removed to reveal the original brick wall and the existing plumbing and electrical. The steam shower and 150 gallon bathtub were framed in the exact spots needed for the best bathing view. The brick required cleaning, repair and finish however when completed the wall turned out perfectly “old”. An ancient porch floor was reclaimed to make the ceiling. A maple door complete with a port hole was discovered in a warehouse and set with antique hardware. Custom wood trim was designed to match the existing and installed around the windows, door and floor base.