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Single Family Homes
Over 5,000 square feet
B
athrooms are the most personal rooms in a home, and often where
people spend time alone for much-needed moments of respite. Unlike
other spaces, bathrooms aren't meant for gathering or entertaining, which
makes the demands of the space unique. Here I get the opportunity to marry
function and form, optimizing luxury and comfort without sacrificing any of
the practical needs.
Over the years, bathrooms have increasingly taken on more of a spa-like
quality. Most of my clients want a haven to escape to in the evenings and a
peaceful place to prepare for the day in the mornings. Calming shades of grey,
white, cream, and taupe are ideal for creating a serene bathroom, but that
doesn't mean there can't be elements of surprise woven into the design. I like
to use accessories with pops of color for a touch of bright, eye-catching drama.
Although guest baths and powder rooms are much smaller and don't get the
same attention as master bathrooms, they have the capacity to make a big
impact on visitors. It's one of the few times that guests are completely alone in
a room, giving them time to study and take in details of the space. This is my
chance to create something private, luxurious, and beautiful that will have an
impact.
Kristi Hanson
KHA Architects
Palm Desert, CA
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