The proverbial empty nest isn’t always a bad thing — sometimes it can even trigger a stylish clean slate. Such was the case with a couple in Hendersonville who decided to re-do the interior of their Champion Hills abode once their offspring left home. To say this bathroom had become outdated is a mild understatement — a colorful animal-themed mural, doubtlessly a fond memory for the family’s grownup “kids,” had definitely outlived its purpose.
“The whole bath was entirely gutted and rebuilt,” remarks Jean Greeson of Greeson & Fast Design. “The owners wanted a sophisticated, clean, and contemporary look.”
Crystalline-blue artisan glass tile from boutique company Earth Elements is set against black cabinetry for a feel that’s a little bit retro — maybe Art Deco meets Old Hollywood — and yet irreproachably modern, thanks to no-frills linear drawer pulls and other clean lines. The charcoal-colored floor tile, also from Earth Elements, features tiny squares in a look bordering on mosaic, complemented by a shower curtain in a similar pattern.
Mild wallpaper in a saltwater shade picks up the blue tile and also makes the ideal backdrop for the room’s “wow” shot — an oversized metallic-framed mirror from luxury accessories purveyor Arteriors. Polished and sleek yet robustly functional, this memorable piece is reminiscent of a cocktail serving tray from New Orleans’ Old Absinthe House (no kids allowed).
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Designer Greeson & Fast Design
Construction Janet Stewart, Stewarts Home Maintenance
Tile and Flooring Earth Elements (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Finishes & Accessories Wallpaper: Thibaut; Mirror: Arteriors
Tub, Sink, Vanity, Shower, and Sink Fixtures Bella Hardware & Bath