Old World Classic

Nicholas Mather, AIA and Natalie Erickson, ASID

Deep River Partners, Ltd., Milwaukee, WI 

The scope for this custom-designed bathroom in Elm Grove, WI was to fulfill visions of a home suited for everyday functionality and comfort, and eventual aging in place. The primary suite is located on the main floor and tucked in the rear of the home to take advantage of the outdoor vistas and provide convenient accessibility to the home’s main living and entertaining areas. 

In terms of design, “open, light and airy” were the key objectives so that landscape views and natural light would be the main focus. A simple color palette allowed architectural features, casework and tile to be the prominent artistic expression. Old world European masonry farmhouses inspired the design, rooted in historical detail but modern to today’s lifestyle.

Script bath accessories and faucets in Nickel Silver, Vir Stil and Script Nickel Silver shower and bath fittings, as well as Perfect undermount sinks, Papion bathtub and Plie toilet in Stucco White are all from Kallista. Oculus knobs and oval pulls from Top Knobs grace the extensive vanity along one wall, which is topped with a marble countertop. Visual Comfort LED sconces and chandelier offer color changing and tunable illumination to achieve the desired atmosphere and mood, and are programmable for daily routines.

The tile makes a statement throughout the bath. Marble floor tiles from the Ann Sacks’ Alyssa and Cielo Crystal collections create a sophisticated pattern throughout the space. In the shower, gray stone tile from Jeffrey Court complements the company’s white honed mosaic marble on the floor.