Previous pages: With wall-hung
vanities to the left and to the right,
the freestanding tub draws the eye in
this master suite transformation by
whole-house renovation architects
Shawn and Edward Alshut. The floor-
to-ceiling solar blinds directly behind
the tub create a rich textural backdrop,
accentuated by hidden LED lighting.
Above: Existing stained oak floors
in the master bedroom inspired the
dark-toned porcelain tiles in the
adjacent renovated bathroom.
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A Zen-like retreat that reflects the design of
the rest of the home and offers plenty of storage
was the request to architects Shawn and Edward
Alshut for this master bathroom renovation.
Before the renovation could commence, an
external stair and mechanical lift were built to
enable all materials to be brought in through a
large second floor window – avoiding damage
to the existing interior, says Shawn Alshut.
“We then stripped back all the surfaces to
the studs and installed laser-accurate substrates
to support the room’s exacting final tile design.”
The bathroom has a strong, simple layout
with his and her vanities and wall cabinets to the
sides when entering from the master bedroom.
A freestanding tub creates a focal point under
the windows at the end of the room. The shower
and toilet are set to the left and right of this.
A Zen-like serenity was achieved through
refined, textural finishes and choice of high-end
Dornbracht and Hansgrohe fixtures. Various
surfaces link the space to the rest of the home.
“The dark ceramic floor tile provides visual
continuation of the stained oak floor in the master
bedroom, while a zone of textured tile offers slip
resistance in the tub and shower areas,” says