Before
An Ashburn, Virginia, couple was looking to modernize their large but dark and poorly laid-out master bath. They hired Paula Grace Halewski, who was already redesigning their house, to imbue the space with better flow and a lighter, more sophisticated sensibility.
| Then | Now |
| In the middle of the floor, a massive tub with a wide surround got in the owners’ way. | A Victoria & Albert soaking tub is tucked off to one side, leaving the room’s center unobstructed but for an ottoman from the Kristin Drohan Collection. |
| The gold palette was reflected in beige walls and ceramic tile. The shower was a boring niche in the wall. | Emperador Light marble tiles create vibrancy and interest. An eye-catching decorative medallion adorns the shower. |
| Recessed lights were non-descript in a coffered ceiling that went unnoticed. | Crown moldings dress up the coffered ceiling and a John-Richard chandelier offers a dramatic focal point. |
| Brown-stained vanities made the room feel dark. | Antique-white vanities with Stone Forest vessels lighten the space. |
Interior Design: Paula Grace Halewski; Paula Grace Designs, Inc., Ashburn, Virginia. Builder: CarrMichael Construction, Fairfax, Virginia. Photography: Bob Narod.