The first step to attaining your spa-like bathroom is to determine what feels “spa-like” to you, including colors and layouts. For these homeowners, Carrara marble was a must for their new bathroom because of the simple, soothing colors.

They knew they wanted marble not only for bathroom floor tile, but also on the walls. To keep the space interesting while incorporating that goal, we used different sizes and shapes of the Carrara marble tile throughout the bathroom.

Another element in their vision of a spa-like bathroom remodel was a freestanding bathtub, so we put a modern twist on a classic French freestanding tub by placing it along an angled wall set between two sinks. This tub also served as the room’s focal point.

Lighting plays a big role in any spa-like bathroom because you’re never going to find plain task lighting at a spa; you need ambient lighting to really make the spa aesthetic work. For this bathroom we went with simple, elegant sconces to complement the console sinks and the rest of the Parisian inspired bathroom.  There’s also a beautiful chandelier that adds some glam to the space.

Another vital element in any bathroom remodel, regardless of the style, is attractive storage. In this case, we incorporated recessed medicine cabinets lined with the Carrara marble above each console sink. However, that really wasn’t enough for this primary bathroom, so we created a white cabinetry tower that contributed to the light, open concept of the rest of the space.

Creating a bathroom that soothes means finding a way to combine all the important elements together in a way that suits your needs, while contributing to that sense of peace and calm. Set up a time to speak with a designer about how to turn your primary bathroom into your private, spa-inspired retreat. You can also find more ideas by looking through bathroom remodels we’ve completed in homes around Chicagoland, or follow us on Instagram or Facebook to add inspiration to your feeds.

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