Bathroom Project

This week in Space Planning, we had a bathroom layout assigned to us.
The dimensions of the base plan given to us were huge! 20' x 14'.
I decided to use part of the space to include a fabulous dressing room/walk in closet for the client. Here are the plans *almost* near completion.

Even though it's not a requirement of the assignment, I like to throw together a quick moodboard before I start the floor plan so I know the vibe of the space and the furniture I wish to use:

 

xo

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You Killed Our Love Fern

Chase Booth's Bathroom via Domino Book of Decorating

I remembered reading in Domino the following useful bit of information about ferns:

And I thought to myself hmmm...I'm not much of a gardener.
Then one day I was out at the grocery store and spotted the Charlie-Brown-Christmas-Tree version of all ferns and felt the need to save it and show it some loving! And I had a new bathroom with a big window, it was like it was meant to be.
Here is the (giant) tub and window in my rental...The finishes are generic, but it's super nice for a rental and only a few years old, so I'm not going to complain. Ever.

You can see my mini fern sitting there in the corner. Sometimes I stick him in the window like this:

Here's hoping I don't kill him.
Also..he needs a new pot. I'm sensing a DIY project in my near future. Maybe a DIY leopard print pot?

Window treatments probably aren't in the budget for my mini bathroom project, but I'm thinking I'd like to hang some art on the walls on either side of the window. Maybe some botanical prints to keep the fern company? Any thoughts?

Lastly, sorry about the later than usual post today guys, I'm on the part time job hunt so I can afford design school and this lil apartment and let's just say so far...it's been discouraging at best. 

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Big News: Signed a Lease

Besides my first year at university which I spent living in campus residence, I have lived in the same house since I was born. It has been a blessing which has allowed me to save money, avoid student debt, and not have to worry too much about daily tasks such as cooking and grocery shopping.

Pursuing my dream career in the big city, however, means big changes. I've been on the hunt for some affordable housing in Toronto close to my design school for the fall. Recognizing that my own apartment was not realistic financially, I settled on student housing. All I wanted was my own washroom. 

I may have gone slightly over my planned monthly budget (oopsy), but I've found the perfect room!

The room is 12' by 19'. Lots of room for all of my design ideas!

This picture doesn't do it justice, but this is my extra large WALK IN CLOSET, maybe big enough for my very own dressing room.

Here is the huge shower in my private washroom!

And my big soaker tub! I love bubble baths after a long day.

I can't paint the walls or change any of the fixed elements, but I think it's a good blank and neutral canvas to create a space that is completely me. Stay tuned each day this week where I discuss my design ideas for the different areas of the room!
xox
Tiffany Leigh
ps. I feel so grown up! Ah! Tell me about YOUR first rental.
All photos sent to me by my future landlord. Better quality pics to come when I move in and redecorate.

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Dream House Alphabet: C

C is for Clawfoot Tub

Alright, so I know that clawfoot tubs aren't the most practical of all bathtubs. I mean, where do you put the shampoo?! But...come on, they are just too gorgeous to resist. My *dream* house  will definitely have a clawfoot tub. Not to wash the kiddies in, just for me to relax in after a long day.

Here are some beautiful inspirational images:

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 Which is your fave? Mine is the last one. What would your 'C' be?

 xox Tiffany Leigh

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On my mind

Saw this image on Pinterest and simply can NOT get it out of my head.  I am totally loving the lighting used in this way.  So good.

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You could even do one of these over the mirror (using a smaller mirror instead) and get the same cool look for less.  Hmmm.  My wheels are turning.

PS: Re-entry after a tiny vacay is so much harder than I remembered.  I was only out of the loop for four days!  Is it just me? Would love your thoughts. M.

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It's Monday

Since life is feeling a bit like this for me at the moment . . . 

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I thought some eye candy was in order - just to get our week started on the right foot!  These are just a few of the images I've saved for some heart stoppin' goodness.   They are random rooms from many different sources; but each one makes me pause and sigh.  

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Now get out there and seize your day! M.

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ON THE BOARDER

I love, love, love tile projects!

One of my most recent bathroom assignments, I placed a border around the entire floor of the room.

  

I love creating borders with unique tiles. They may display patterns, textures or have a blend of wonderful colors to make them pop.  

Defining the edges of the bathroom really makes a statement.  No matter where tile is placed it should 

be beautiful.

Featured on the cover of this month's At Home In Arkansas, is my favorite designer, Tobi Fairley.  

With photos of an absolutely beautiful Kitchen and Bath design, she defines the floor with a sea glass tile border.

It really adds that little extra pop of color and grounds the all white room, don't 

you think?

I know my boundaries, what are yours? 

Photos courtesy of House of Turquoise.  

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Making the Grade: Schoolhouse Reveal

This bathroom exam is complete.

Good grades are so important!

The teachers handed out a Men's and Women's Restroom project.


I started with doing my homework.  Then, I touched base with my teachers to make sure I was on the right track. Studying for my exam on a regular basis helps me to keep my grade up. Finally, I took my test...


The Men's Bathroom came first.

Next, came the Women's...

I have not received my test results yet, what do you think?

Let's begin class.

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