A well-designed bathroom should be a haven where one can escape and find peace. This bathroom had potential for style with a bit of revamping and moving, but the owner, Melanie, didn't want anything too radical. The result was a unique, old-style bathroom that was still young at heart.

BEFORE
This pine-clad bathroom with acrylic corner tub was definitely in need of some glamour. Bathrooms should be the most self-indulgent rooms of the house. A makeover was needed to create warmth, style and luxury.

AFTER
Traditional style is mixed with youthful color to give this bathroom a truly modern twist. The rolltop cast iron tub and antique French chair were both found in flea markets and restored with tender loving care. The classic black and white flooring was laid diagonally giving the room a sense of depth.

BEFORE
The stark clinical tiles made this bathroom feel cold and practical. Despite having a corner tub the bathroom had no real focal point. The wall heater was efficient but aesthetically very unappealing.

AFTER
After an extremely lucky find on a scrap heap, this antique sink vanity was restored creating an impressive focal point. A local artist made the stained glass panels. This added lots of character to the room. They are well worth the expense if your budget can stretch to it.

BEFORE
More pine! This featureless sink vanity was very uninspiring and it took up a vast space in the room. Double sinks seem like a good idea but in reality people do not need two sinks simultaneously. Sinks are much nicer if they are near natural light. Florescent lighting is very harsh.

AFTER
The walls were replastered to give them a rough Mediterranean look. The fresh pistachio paint was applied in a slightly shiny finish to exaggerate the flaws. Flashes of cheeky scarlet paint were added to complement the pistachio paint. The result is an old-style bathroom that is young at heart.

TOUCHED-UP TUB
The restored roll-top cast iron tub was engulfed in calico curtains, which were lined in clear plastic shower curtains to make them waterproof. Oversized tassels added the final touch to this luxurious bathroom.

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