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“Its natural color variations were appealing. We loved the granite recommended to offset the tile and cabinetry.” Plumbing fixture education, which included a live shower head demonstration, was done at a local kitchen and bath supply center. Cabinetry was accessorized with polished chrome decorative accents to give the typically traditional look a more transitional contemporary presentation, Cerami says. The lighting included moisture resistant low-voltage recessed fixtures along with decorative complementary sconces. Custom colored screw-less wall plates gave the room a cleaner look. Due to the volume of anticipated steam, two whisper quiet Panasonic exhaust fans were installed. One contains a heating element that provides added warmth in the winter. The heating vent was moved several inches to accommodate the vanity and spray painted copper to match the floor tile. The vessel sink faucet was too far from the bowl and the granite countertop pushed on the linen cabinet, so a new countertop was cut, delivered and installed. Overcoming Obstacles The toilet was problematic because it couldn’t be moved due to infrastructure issues. A curved privacy wall was built at a lower lever to hide it from direct view through the door or while working at the vanity cabinets. Also, there were inadequate drain and supply lines to support the proposed 54-inch by 104-inch barrier free body shower environment. A second floor drain was created for the larger shower to allow for more efficient means of evacuating the additional water volume created by the new shower system, Cerami explains. The existing double doors only opened two thirds into the room. They were replaced with a newly positioned custom single-frosted glass pine door to allow for the new vessel sink make up area. The new door matches an existing one that leads into the master bedroom. Midstream Modifications Changes were made to the plans in the midst of the project. For example, Cerami suggested lowering the half wall between the vessel sink and toilet for a better view of the shower. He also recommended tiling instead of painting it. “We appreciated their flexibility during the project,” Jamie says. The honed granite shower corner bench came in a triangular shape and had a squared-off look. Cerami suggested curving it when the homeowners thought it appeared too large. “On the fly changes such as this one really made significant improvements,” Jamie says. High Expectations Met “All of our objectives were met and exceeded our highest expectations,” says Jamie, who adds that the remodel took just 8 weeks. “All obstacles were overcome and special challenges were resolved to our complete satisfaction. The proportions are perfect including our 9-foot long spa shower that doesn’t feel cramped and crowded. The colors are quite soothing.” “When I get into the shower, I don’t want to get out. I find it so relaxing,” Jamie says. “Our son no longer showers in the hall bath, but makes it a point to shower in the master bathroom,” Linda says. “Several people have said it is the nicest bathroom they have ever seen.” “We are completely pleased with the craftsmanship,” Jamie adds. “The employees made the inconvenience of living with construction and strangers in our home as painless as possible. They were neat, orderly, polite and helpful. We are delighted with the ‘wow’ factor of the finished product.” For Cerami, highlights of the project included the curved stone tile walls, transitional flush inset cabinets, and 9-foot walk-in gym style shower. This project won a 2006 Contractor of the Year Award (CotY) Award from the Bucks/Mont National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for bathrooms between $30,000 and $60,000. Detail of curved privacy walls. www.stonedimensionsmagazine.com Grohe body spray and rainshower spa effect. Coordinating granite shower seat. StoneDimensions 15 http://www.stonedimensionsmagazine.com

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Contents Featured Designer: Heather E. Adams: Creating Authentic Style with Stone Pricey, But Worth It: Kitchen & Bath Design News Masters of Design Awards Success the Second Time Around: Remodeling a Master Bath Gallery of Ideas Hard Rock...Easy Choice: Granite is Truly a Stone for the Ages White Marble: Gaining Popularity in Kitchens Travertine Index of Photographs

Stone Dimensions - Fall/Winter 2007

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