At the picturesque spot where Old Man Creek flows into the Magothy River, a squared-off spit of land juts out. On it, a correspondingly square stone house stands atop a low hill—a prominent sight for anyone on the water. By land, however, it’s another story: This striking abode in Severna Park is tucked away on a dead-end road, partially hidden behind a high stone wall and imposing iron gate.
The 5,000-square-foot house was built in 1936 using local ironstone. In 1945, two clapboard cottages were added on the property and a new owner—then superintendent of the Baltimore Jail—reputedly co-opted the prison gates while the jail was under renovation. He installed them at the entrance to the property, where they still greet visitors on arrival.
When empty nesters looking for a waterfront property came across this unusual setup a few years ago, they couldn’t resist it, though they knew the house had fallen into disrepair. “We kept coming back and thinking, ‘We’re never going to find this again,’” relates the husband, who co-owns a specialty contracting business with his wife.
The couple purchased the two-and-a-half-acre compound, which encompassed the house, garage, cottages and another ironstone structure that had been damaged and partly rebuilt. They enlisted architect Marta Hansen to design a whole-house renovation and landscape architect Bob Hruby to enhance their waterfront locale.
The first priority was preserving the main home’s stonework, characterized by a distinctive, over-grouted look. “The amount of labor involved turned out to be the biggest hurdle,” Hansen recounts. “Every joint was raked out and repointed; the mason was there for a year and a half.”
As a foil to the rustic stone façade, she says, “We added classical elements in snowy white.” A new, rounded portico graces the front entry, with another on the back that spills onto a terraced slate patio. Chunky yet elegant balusters keep water views open while imparting lightness to the home’s architecture. A ramshackle addition on one side was replaced with a squared-off bay and gables that add livable space to the second floor.
While the exterior was preserved, compartmentalized interiors were gutted to convey a sense of openness. Hansen moved the home’s center staircase to one side, creating a line of sight from the front door to the back of the house and water view beyond. In the living room, the massive original ironstone fireplace recalls the home’s history, while a coffered ceiling and columns add interest. Curved archways without edges “express the masonry nature of the structure,” the architect observes.
A new kitchen blends transitional cabinetry, granite counters and glass-tile backsplash with rustic accents such as brick-look ceramic floor tile. The wife selected all the finishes and also chose the furniture throughout in collaboration with designer Stacia Smith of Homewood Interiors. “Almost everything is new,” says the wife. “I wanted a transitional look—something neutral to focus you on the view. We also reupholstered some furniture and purchased art.”
To create more outdoor-living space, Hansen converted a narrow, single-story sitting room into a new porch. “Transforming the use of that corner room let valuable southwest daylight into the heart of the home,” Hansen notes. To preserve visual symmetry even though the room is gone, she left the upper half of the exterior wall facing the water fully intact.
Hansen and her clients opted to replace the damaged stone outbuilding with a swimming pool in the same footprint. However, one of the building’s original walls along the property line was left standing. The clients “wanted to keep it,” recalls Bob Hruby, “so we attached a pergola to create a shady spot poolside. We reinforced the wall with steel to shore it up.”
Hruby’s landscape plan created a circle motif in the front yard that unifies the built elements—including the white-painted garage—and echoes the curved front portico. “We kept up the motif with retaining walls and paths,” he says. “The circles counteract the squareness of the house and pool.”
The owner replaced the original ironstone driveway with asphalt, freeing up stones for use elsewhere. Scapes, Inc., which installed the landscape and hardscape, used them to fashion curved retaining walls capped with slate, creating terraced levels down to the water. Ironstone paths connect the front and back. On the waterfront side, “the goal was to make sure the house was prominent from the river,” Hruby says, “so nothing tall was planted in front of it.”
In retrospect, “the strength of this project was in the use of stone contrasting with other elements,” says Hansen. “The infinity-edge pool looks sleek and modern against the old stone wall. The simple house form looks stately when articulated with classical accents.”
Standing by the water, the husband points to six steel sculptures of Canada geese in flight; they hover above one terraced level of the yard. They may look familiar to anyone who has flown out of BWI Airport, where a flock of the same geese adorns the main terminal. “The sculptor had six left over and I bought them,“ the husband says. “We added flood lights that illuminate them as you come up the river. They look beautiful.”
Renovation Architecture: Marta Hansen, AIA, LEED AP, Hansen Architects, Annapolis, Maryland. Interior Design: Homewood Interiors, Glenelg, Maryland. Renovation Contractor: McGrath TP Builders, Stevensville, Maryland. Landscape Architecture: Robert Hruby, ASLA, Campion Hruby Landscape Architects, Annapolis, Maryland. Landscape Installation: Jeff Crandell, Scapes, Inc., Lothian, Maryland.
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The first thing guests encounter on entering Josh Norman’s imposing, white-brick mansion is a box of shoe covers by the front door—a subtle hint that the glossy, imported-marble floor is precious to its owner. He appears immediately, laughing at his own fastidiousness—and holds out the box.
Clearly, Norman takes his priorities seriously—as his successful, seven-year career in the NFL will attest. He emerged within a few seasons as one of the best cornerbacks in the league and at 30 years old is the highest-paid; after playing with the Carolina Panthers for four years, he signed a five-year, $75 million contract with the Washington Redskins in 2016.
Shortly after moving to the DC area that year, Norman began house hunting. He already knew what he wanted: “Space was the main requirement,” he says. “I wanted a big spread—outside and inside.”
When a 7,000-square-foot home on 20 wooded acres came on the market in Leesburg, he grabbed it. The extensive property, with a pool and outdoor kitchen, meshed with his plan to eventually bring his family’s horses—all 30 of them—up from his hometown in Greenwood, South Carolina, “to roam around, with trails for riding,” he says.
While the property met his wishes, the house was another story; it was a hodgepodge of colors and choppy rooms. Norman was unfazed. “I don’t see things for what they are; I see them for what they can become,” he relates. “This house looked like every part of it had something going on. I thought, ‘I can make this so much better.’”
Working with architecture firm W.C. Ralston Architects, he plunged into a hands-on renovation with nothing but his own vision—and a sledgehammer—to guide him. “Everything was blocked by walls and I wanted the whole thing open. As soon as I got into the house, I took a sledgehammer and went at it,” he remembers. “The contractor said, ‘Wait, we have to make sure we have support here!’ I said, ‘My bad, I’m sorry.’”
With the main floor opened up, Norman stipulated “high-resolution white” walls; large-format, white-marble tiles with heavy veining cover the main-level floors, while the remodeled kitchen combines marble countertops and glossy custom cabinetry selected in collaboration with designer Erin Foster. Norman chose sleek, white furnishings that perfectly fit the large spaces. He brought in color with bold, modern canvases picked up on trips to Europe.
With its open plan and a lower level that encompasses a home theater, full bar, wine cellar and rec room, the house is the perfect spot for the team to gather. “Every Thursday night we have an event for the defense where we watch games and play cards or pool,” Norman says. “When I first opened up the house, we invited everybody for a pool party—team, coaching staff, the whole nine yards. When it started raining, we brought everyone in. That’s when I realized that the house really works.”
Norman, whose practices last about nine hours a day during football season, views his spare, clean-lined abode as a place of rest. “When I come here it’s to escape,” he says. “The only workout I get at home is walking up the stairs.” In lieu of a home gym, he has a “Zen room” featuring a reclining massage bed, hot stones and a hyperbaric chamber. There’s also a sauna and hot tub on the property. “If I feel stressed after a game, I come home and immediately feel relaxed,” he says. “I can say ‘okay, it gets better.’”
Last spring, Norman took on another challenge when he competed on the athletes’ edition of “Dancing with the Stars,” earning both runner-up status and national name recognition. The four-week stint on the ABC hit series meant cross-country trips to L.A. while Redskins practices were underway. “It was fun,” he says now, “but it was a lot of work!”
In his free time, Norman looks for ways to give back. He established a foundation, Starz24, in 2013 to enrich kids’ lives through youth programs and community events, and received a key to the city of Greenwood in 2016 for his efforts. He donated and raised money for hurricane victims in Puerto Rico, and delivered toys and books to migrant children being sheltered in Texas. His stint on DWTS raised money for his foundation.
Last summer, Starz24 partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, which will increase the scope of its work, particularly in DC. “Speaking to kids, that’s the biggest thing I do,” Norman says. “I want them to see my face, to hear my message.” He adds, “This is what it’s all about—it’s not what you can do in this world, it’s what you can do for other people.”
At home, Norman is still carving out riding trails and planning his next project. At first, he says, “I thought I was designing this house for whoever may come after me. But within a month of moving in, I was thinking, ‘I’m going to be here a while.’”After all, positive thinking leads to success.
Renovation Architecture: Warren C. Ralson, AIA, W.C. Ralston Architects, Chantilly, Virginia. Interior Design: Josh Norman. Kitchen Design: Erin Foster, Foster & Co. Design, McLean, Virginia. Renovation Contractor: Jim Muldoon, Legacy Home Improvement, Fairfax, Virginia. Landscape Contractor: Andrades Lawn Services, Leesburg, Virginia.
Designers evoke the timeless appeal of natural stone to create four bathrooms steeped in luxury
A DC bath combines rich appointments and a minimalist vibe.
Donald Lococo imparts classic elegance to an airy master bath
Katalin Farnady’s luxe bath plays up drama and style
ColePrévost enhances a master bath with a light, modern touch
Asked to design a traditional Tidewater-style abode in Virginia’s Northern Neck, architect Richard Leggin sited the clapboard dwelling with stunning water views in mind. “The house sits at the mouth of a wide creek as it opens into the Chesapeake Bay,” he says. “It’s a magical setting.” Photographer Anice Hoachlander captured the home’s peaceful isolation in the starry, nighttime scene above.
Architecture: Richard Leggin, AIA, Richard Leggin Architects, P.C., Glen Echo, Maryland. Builder: John D. England Builder, Urbanna, Virginia.
Architect Robert Gurney overhauled a Bethany Beach retreat in airy, modern style, ensuring that the home’s panoramic ocean views would take center stage. Per flood requirements, the house had been built on pilings, elevated one level above grade. “I would have put the main living area on this level even if we could have used the lower level,” the architect comments. “The view is amazing, looking out over the planted dunes to the ocean.”
In Gurney’s redesign, a family-room area shares space with the minimalist kitchen (above), which contrasts custom, white-lacquered cabinetry and quartz countertops with rich, walnut floors. The open-plan space flows out through glass panels that slide to one side. Beyond, an ipe deck is bordered by an unobtrusive railing of steel and aircraft cables. “You can see right through the cables to the ocean,” Gurney says. “That was our intention.”
Renovation Architecture: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA, Robert M. Gurney Architect, Washington, DC. Renovation Contractor: Bruce Mears, Bruce Mears Designer/Builder, Ocean View, Delaware.
While renovating a home on Maryland’s Severn River, architect Andreas Charalambous and Owings Brothers Contracting opened up the interiors to stunning water views. Included in the plan was the upstairs master bath, which was dated and poorly laid out for the owners’ needs. “The big window was there, but the tub was under it,” relates Joe Smith of Owings Brothers. “They wanted to enjoy the view while showering.”
Luckily, the house sits atop a steep hill, so privacy in the completed bath (right) was not an issue. The team reversed the locations of the shower and tub, replacing the window with one suited to a wet environment. A curb-less glass shower enclosure further accentuates the view, while an accent wall of porcelain wave tiles serves as a backdrop for the sculptural Badeloft soaking tub. River rock covers the shower floor. “Everything is white and bright to emphasize the view,” Smith says. “The view was always in play.”
Renovation Architecture: Andreas Charalambous, AIA, IIDA, FORMA Design, Washington, DC. Renovation Contractor: Joseph Smith, CGR, CAPS, CGP, Owings Brothers Contracting, Eldersburg, Maryland. Photography: Vince Lupo.
The empty-nest owners of a grand, circa-1920s home on Maryland’s Gibson Island tapped architect Jonathan Rivera, interior designer Elizabeth Reich and builder Ray Gauthier of Lynbrook of Annapolis to create a seamless addition that would accommodate visiting children and grandchildren. Taking cues from the home’s vintage style, the design team produced a quaint guest cottage connected via a hallway to the main house. Pictured here, its charming second-floor bedroom offers stunning views of the Magothy River through arched windows. To accommodate the sloped ceilings, Reich floated the Hickory Chair four-poster bed against a chest from CFC. Lee Industries chairs sit by the window, where the designer traded window treatments for uninterrupted water vistas.
Addition Architecture: Jonathan Rivera, AIA, Jonathan Rivera Architecture, Woodbine, Maryland. Interior Design: Elizabeth Reich, Jenkins Baer Associates, Baltimore, Maryland. Builder: Lynbrook of Annapolis, Annapolis, Maryland.
Tasked with upgrading a duplex in Northwest DC, partners Robert Cole and Sophie Prévost tackled the builder-grade master bath with the idea of creating openness and interest while maximizing storage. “The client, an empty-nester, made it clear she was adventuresome,” Cole recalls. “This was a great message to get.”
The original bathroom was gutted and reorganized. It now opens into a double-sink vanity area equipped with a washer and dryer and lots of storage. Beyond this space, a roomy shower enclosure awaits beside a five-foot-long tub; a WC is tucked into an adjacent niche.
A wall of textured-ceramic tile anchors the tub and shower; it faces the doorway, creating a focal point when seen from the bedroom. In a two-inch-wide slit cut between the wall and ceiling, the designers installed adjustable LED lights that illuminate the textured wall. “You get these shadows that are quite beautiful,” Cole explains. “The lighting creates a sense of repose.”
Prévost clad the remaining walls and floor in luminous quartzite; in lieu of drywall or doors, frosted-glass partitions define the shower, tub, WC and vanity areas while providing privacy. “The way the layout is designed, there are no doors,” she observes. “The door to the bathroom can remain open and all you see is the textured wall with the light on it.”
Renovation Architecture & Bath Design: Robert Cole, RIBA, and Sophie Prévost, ASID, ColePrévost, Inc., Washington, DC. Renovation Contractor: ThinkMakeBuild, Annapolis, Maryland.
RESOURCES
Floor & Wall Tile: Quartzite through stonesource.com. Accent Wall Tile: Ceramic through porcelanosa-usa.com. Tub: duravit.com. Tub & Shower Fixtures: hansgrohe-usa.com. Toilet: toto.com. Frosted Glass: hutchisonglassandmirror.com. Lighting: hinsondesign.com.
Designer Katalin Farnady likes interiors that blend glamour with livability—and her own Annapolis home is no exception. When she was ready to redo her master bath, she opted for a bold look she’d be able to show to clients. “It can be hard for people to visualize drama and how it can work for them,” she explains. “This room demonstrates that you can be dramatic and functional together.”
Farnady selected six slabs of Black Horse marble—distinguished by large swaths of black, gray and beige—for the walls, and used the same stone on the vanity counter as well. “It was a challenging job for In Home Stone, which did the installation,” she recalls. “They used a butterfly effect to match the corners of the walls.”
Equally bold are floors in a combination of three types of marble that the designer hand-picked and had installed in a pattern inspired by large-scale mosaics she had seen in European churches. Colors in the floor complement those in the wall slabs.
To counteract these strong surfaces, Farnady had the wide, custom vanity painted in muted cream, adding vintage Art Deco hardware that she refinished in gold. The knobs match the brass tub filler and sink and shower fixtures. Meanwhile, three glass-shaded sconces above the vanity echo the colors in the marble. “My motto is ‘find a balance,’” Farnady avers. “You can be loud with some elements, but others must quietly fall into place.”
Interior & Bath Design: Katalin Farnady, Allied ASID, Farnady Interiors, Annapolis, Maryland. Contractor: Greenwell Home Improvement, Annapolis, Maryland. Styling: Charlotte Safavi.
RESOURCES
Vanity Hardware: Vintage, found at auction. Basins: duravit.com. Walls, Shower & Countertop: Black Horse Marble through inhomestone.com. Stone Installation: inhomestone.com. Tub & Filler: waterworks.com. Mirrors: Custom. Sconces: arteriorshome.com.
While designing a classical limestone abode in Northwest DC, architect Donald Lococo got creative in his plans for the master bath, situated at the end of a long hallway with scenic, forested land on three sides. Taking cues from the room’s location, Lococo conceived a layout that would not only allow for unimpeded views of the landscape, but also create a dramatic focal point from the corridor. He accomplished both goals by positioning a custom vanity in the center of the open room.
“I realized any walls I put bathroom elements on would compromise the views,” Lococo recounts. “So I placed the vanity with a double sink in the middle.” From the hallway, the bathroom door perfectly frames the vanity, installed sideways so its two-sided mirror doesn’t obscure the window behind it. “The vanity is as beautiful in profile as it is straight on,” Lococo notes of the piece that almost appears to float on narrow legs.
Windows that mimic the French doors elsewhere in the house, says the architect, “allow for cross-ventilation and create dappled light in the room throughout the day.”
Collaborating with Thomas Pheasant, who designed the home’s interiors, Lococo selected marble floors and walls in a running-bond pattern to reference the home’s stone exterior. Built-in linen cabinets flank the soaking tub and a coffered ceiling and pendant finish the space.
Architecture & Bath Design: Donald Lococo, AIA, Donald Lococo Architects, LLC, Washington, DC. Interior Design: Thomas Pheasant, Thomas Pheasant Interiors, Washington, DC. Contractor: Horizon Builders, Crofton, Maryland.
RESOURCES
Vanity: Custom. Countertop: Calacatta Gold marble. Tub: hydrosystem.com. Sinks: kohler.com. Tub Filler, Towel Bar & Faucets: waterworks.com. Floor & Wall Tile: Tundra Grey marble. Tile Installation: Boatman & Magnani, Inc.; 301-336-7700. Pendant: charlesedwards.com. Windows & Door: hartmanwindows.com.
When a couple tapped Christopher Boutlier to redesign their vintage home in Cleveland Park, overhauling and expanding the cramped master suite was part of the overall plan. In particular, they wanted a richly appointed master bath with a modern aesthetic.
Boutlier annexed a small adjacent bedroom, converting it into a master bath and closet. Then he and his clients selected white marble for the bathroom walls and floor. “It’s both classic and modern,” Boutlier explains. “They wanted the room to feel clean and relaxing, but to have interest.”
While visiting the Boffi showroom in Georgetown, the homeowners spotted the company’s sleek Soho vanity—and fell in love. “It’s made of back-painted glass, which creates visual depth,” explains Boffi’s Julia Walter, who worked with Boutlier on the project. “And it has no handles, which gives it a clean, monolithic look.” They also chose a sculptural Boffi tub that creates a focal point beside a shower with a freestanding, Parsons-style marble bench, designed by Boutlier for the space.
Per the clients’ wishes, two elements take center stage: the cocoa-hued vanity, which stands out against a marble accent wall; and a platinum print of a 1925 Imogen Cunningham photograph, framed in a specially designed niche above the tub. Like everything else in the room, it’s a perfect fit.
Bath & Interior Design: Christopher Boutlier, Allied ASID, Washington, DC. Bath Installation: Julia Walter, Boffi, Washington, DC. Contractor: P.A. Portner, Gaithersburg, Maryland.
RESOURCES
Vanity, Countertop, Basins & Tub: boffi.com. Tub Filler, Sink & Shower Fixtures: kallista.com through annsacks.com. Toilet: toto.com. Mirrors: robern.com through weaverhardware.com. Floor, Wall & Mosaic Tiles: walkerzanger.com through architecturalceramics.com. Shower Bench Fabrication: rbratti.com. Shower Enclosure: riverglassdesigns.com. Occasional Table by Tub: salvationsaf.com through americaneyewdc.net.
An iconic destination on Tilghman Island has reinvented itself—and not for the first time. Harrison’s Chesapeake House began life more than 100 years ago as a boarding house for watermen who mined the bay for Maryland’s famous blue crabs. It evolved over time into a venerated seafood restaurant and hotel, luring such political luminaries as Barry Goldwater and then-Governor George W. Bush—who sailed there on the skipjack Minnie V—as well as baseball players Stan Musial and Brooks Robinson.
Reimagined once again—this time under the Wylder Hotels brand—the property reopened after a renovation in April 2018 as Wylder Hotel Tilghman Island, a resort nestled on nine lush, waterfront acres. While the original exterior remains intact, the interiors, by Brooklyn-based hospitality design firm Studio Tack, channel “a white-washed, classic seaside resort feel that honors the architecture,” says Wylder founder and CEO John Flannigan. Guest rooms boast navy wainscoting, brass fixtures and sisal carpet, while public spaces are airy, with striped-cotton rugs and rattan furniture.
The property’s two eateries are spearheaded by chef Sean Wheaton, a seven-year alumnus of José Andrés’ Think Food Group. Tickler’s Crab Shack & Restaurant serves classic Eastern Shore fare—peel-and-eat shrimp, steamed crabs and rockfish—both inside and on an outdoor deck overlooking Harris Creek. Bar Mumbo, an upscale tavern, currently proffers snacks such as oyster shooters, crab cake and flat-iron steak entrées and local beers; during the winter, however, both restaurants will share the Tickler’s Crab Shack menu.
The resort offers 54 rooms and 10 private bungalows with shared porches; amenities include a salt-water swimming pool, 25 boat slips, a bocce-ball court and bikes for navigating the three-mile island—plus kayaks, paddle boards and canoes. Charter sailing and fishing expeditions are available.
Rates start at $158 per night for a room and $180 for a bungalow. For information, visit wylderhoteltilghmanisland.com.
The vibrant, new global headquarters of the education-technology company Ellucian occupies the top three floors of a nondescript, six-story office building in Reston, Virginia. Its fresh, modern interiors were designed by Gensler as “a beacon for the company,” explains design director John McKinney. “Ellucian wanted to celebrate an open, transparent culture that promotes positive energy and connection.”
McKinney and his team conceived a collaborative work environment in lieu of traditional offices. Visitors enter on the fifth floor, where a “client-facing” gathering area takes advantage of the building’s only floor-to-ceiling window wall. There, atop the polished-concrete floor, a curving, 30-square-foot oak platform represents a community hub, with tiered seating for lounging or
client and staff meetings. The platform incorporates a staircase to the sixth-floor work areas.
Also on the fifth floor are a pantry and coffee bar; etched-glass-walled alcoves throughout the office provide spaces to congregate. Spiral stairs lead down to what McKinney calls the “staff-facing experience” on the fourth floor, where foosball, shuffleboard and quiet spaces encourage employees to relax and take breaks. Studio and video-conferencing areas are available. All three levels are color-coded by acoustical baffles that hang from the ceiling. Comfortable, modern furniture brings more bold color to the mix.
This innovative, LEED Gold-certified project won a 2018 AIA Northern Virginia award.
Interior Architecture & Design: Gensler, Washington, DC. General Contractor: Whiting Turner, Washington, DC.
Eaton Workshop—a combination hotel, co-working space and club advocating progressive ideals—recently opened on K Street. Katherine Lo launched the Eaton brand to embrace those who feel displaced in the current climate. “My vision was to use hospitality as a force for conscious, forward-thinking progress,” says the hotelier, who will soon launch similar projects in Hong Kong, San Francisco and Seattle.
Artists-in-residence stay free at Eaton Workshop and conference space is discounted to organizers and activists. A radio station, cinema and wellness center are part of the mix. The culinary program spearheaded by chef Tim Ma of DC’s Kyirisan features the restaurant American Son, plus an all-day café, rooftop bar and speakeasy.
The existing eight-story structure was transformed by architectural firms Leong Leong and Kengo Kuma. Parts and Labor Design and Gachot Studio—both New York-based—created vibrant interiors, with 209 guest rooms marrying mid-century lines and a bohemian vibe. Rooms start at $180 per night; members enjoy access to co-work areas and other amenities. eatonworkshop.com
CHIC STYLE
Part of Kirei’s EchoPanel Collection, EchoLine absorbs sound in chic style. Eco-friendly, felt-like acoustic panels are crafted in a linear or grid pattern and adhere to flat and curved surfaces via adhesive or mechanical fasteners. Available in a wide range of colors. kireiusa.com
ARTISTIC VISION
Bang & Olufsen now showcases artwork by filmmaker David Lynch on its limited-edition speaker collection, which includes the streaming system Beoplay A9 and wireless, wall-mounted and portable speakers. Available online and at select Bang & Olufsen stores beginning November 8. bang-olufsen.com
SURROUND SOUND
The Pulse Soundbar from Bluesound—maker of wireless high-resolution, multi-room operating systems—combines Dolby surround sound; audiophile-grade, hi-res audio capabilities; and access to streaming services. Now available in a white or black finish.
bluesound.com
VOICE CONTROL
The Josh Micro device now integrates with Crestron’s smart-home Pyng operating system to deliver voice control of lighting, shades, thermostats and A/V devices. Josh Micro is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and operable via smartphone app. crestron.com; josh.ai
VINTAGE LOOK
Measuring 71 roomy inches in length with a double slipper design, the Raye Antique Black Copper Tub by Signature Hardware makes a strong statement. Hand-hammered detailing and an embellished plinth impart a vintage look; available at area Ferguson locations. fergusonshowrooms.com
ALL IN A GLAZE
Country Floors’ Antiqued Tile Collection conveys a handmade, aged-over-time aesthetic. These glazed terracotta tiles for walls and floors come in a range of distinctive patterns; the Zuni 4 Square is a graphic, modern, geometric motif. Available at Country Floors in Bethesda. countryfloors.com
STYLISH SHEEN
For its Tempered Tile collection, Realstone Systems wraps natural stone pieces in foil or leather with pigment to create wall surfaces boasting the polished sheen of glazed tile or the texture of leather. Available in 14 colors through Design Tile in Tysons Corner. design-tile.com; realstonesystems.com
INDUSTRIAL CHIC
California Faucets’ low-profile, industrial-chic Descanso series of bath faucets is characterized by a cylindrical shape and textured knurling details on the spout and handles, which come in burnished brass or carbon fiber. californiafaucets.com
RACK 'EM UP
Crosswater London has expanded its Arcade collection of bath fixtures and accessories with new basins, mirrors, a towel bar—and the Arcade Elements Extendable Bath Rack. Available in polished chrome or polished nickel through W.T. Weaver & Sons in Georgetown. weaverhardware.com; crosswaterlondon.com
ALL IN ONE
An asymmetrical, stacked appearance gives Ronbow’s Stack vanity collection its name. Units feature ceramic basins, drawers and integrated bench seats. Medicine cabinets boast lift-up mirrors, LED lights, outlets and USB ports. Available through Thos. Somerville’s area locations. tsomerville.com; ronbow.com
MOSAIC MAGIC
Inspired by the vintage luxury of 1920s New York hotels, the Allure waterjet mosaic collection by O’Neil Ruppel combines honed marble in a range of motifs. Available as part of the Grandview Collection from Alexandria-based Renaissance Tile & Bath. renaissancetileandbath.com
NEUTRAL BEAUTY
Ashley is an extruded-brick, wall-tile series from Best Tile, showcasing a glazed surface in three neutral shades: Luminous (white), Atmosphere (gray) and Promontory (beige). The tiles measure two-and-a-half by nine-and-a-half inches and are available at area Best Tile locations. besttile.com
VANITY FARE
Integrated vertical handles and a laminate surface impart contemporary style to Porcelanosa’s Tuck single and double vanities. Finishes include ash or black. A mirror with an integrated shelf is part of the collection. Available at Porcelanosa locations in DC and North Bethesda. porcelanosa-usa.com
