Bath Excellence – 2009 MBA REX Awards

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Bathroom makeovers are among the most challenging. Locating everything efficiently and making it stylish and safe is a lot to ask of the roughly 50 square feet that defines the average bathroom. This year's REX winners will amaze you with their transformations -- achieving beautiful, yet functional spa like retreats in 3 different budgets.


Bath, More than $75,000

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Shirey Contracting, Inc.

Seattle, Washington

 

Adding just 100 square feet to this 50 year old architecturally designed home gave the owners the whirlpool tub and walk-in closet they desired. Taking advantage of the Ralph Anderson Architect design with his signature generous eves, the exterior walls were moved without having to alter the roofline. Unique features of the remodel include a radius wall which helps maintain ceiling height and the new shower design which actually incorporates a window wall into the shower itself.

Environmentally friendly materials used in the bathroom are FSC Fir, a recycled glass countertop, low flow toilet and shower head and Green Label Certified, Fabrica carpeting.

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Bath, $40,000 to $75,000

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Gaspar's Construction

Seattle, Washington

 

The owners of a 1911 Capitol Hill home wanted a master bath where formerly there was a closet and a hall alcove. They desired a clean, bright space that stays true to the period of the home's character.

A cool, fresh palette of silver and white create a luxurious spa experience. Over scale White Carrara marble subway and Hexagon floor tile evoke a classical yet updated theme. Antique pull-chain light fixtures add a touch of something old and compliment the new retro-style fixtures.

The final result... a spacious retreat that appears to have always been there.

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Bath, Less Than $40,000

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Tenhulzen Remodeling, Inc.

Redmond, Washington

 

This artistic homeowner needed some pizazz for their bland master bath. The existing vanities were un-functional, and the shower was too cramped. The transformation was achieved without relocating plumbing or the window, resulting in a cost efficient but functional master bath.

Two shower niches and a corner bench make the shower user-friendly. The half wall secludes the tub, and the step provides unproblematic access. A lowered makeup vanity utilizes the awkward space below the window. The simple, sandy hued tiles are accented with cozy barn red walls, giving the space character.

Photographer: Scott Chytil

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See Other Award Categories and Winners:

Kitchen Excellence

 

Major Remodel Excellence

 

Rebuild Excellence

Green Excellence

Design Excellence

Commercial Excellence

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