Good morning! I’m in San Diego for my mom’s 95th birthday. She looks good in pink–so that’s our theme. The weather is gorgeous here today so we are having drinks and appetizers outside first by my sister’s fire pit.
My client, Lori also lives here in San Diego…just a few miles from my sister’s house. Lori could tell we were close by my photos on CCH of the hills in the back yard. I’m glad she contacted me. We were planning this classic blue, white and walnut bathroom last year before Pantone announced Classic Blue the 2020 Color of the Year!
Classic Blue, White, and Walnut Bathroom
Here is the after but also see where we started…
Mood Board
Lori wanted the downstairs powder bath to feel more coastal in keeping with their indoor/outdoor lifestyle and already updated kitchen. The existing walnut colored flooring needed to co-exist with the new vanity color…and navy blue looks pretty with it.
Vanity
The handsome vanity set was ordered from Wayfair.
Tile Selection
We used oversized white subway tile on the shower walls and blue penny tile on the shower pan and niche.
Accent Shelving
The walnut shelving ties in with the flooring.
Horizontal Planking
The walls were covered in white horizontal planking that feels appropriate with other parts of the house. You can see me in mirrors…impossible not to be in the photo 🙂
One more before photo…
Mixed Metals
The warmer metal finishes of oil rubbed bronze, brass and polished nickel are mixed.
That’s Lori’s new Classic Blue, White, and Walnut Bathroom! I’m glad she’s happy.
We also updated Lori’s family room fireplace which I will show in an upcoming post. But NEXT, on Thursday, is another Project Design: Self Care Tips For A Happier You!
Mary Ann
Shop the Powder Room…
PS. Happy 95th, Mom!
Debby says
Would you mind sharing the brand/name of the white tile you used on walls of the shower? The texture in it is beautiful!
Mary Ann Pickett says
It’s from Home Depot.
Gabrielle says
That looks very smart Mary Ann! And with a budget in mind. I think you have to be one of yhe cleverest decorators out there in the world!
Linda Salazar says
A great transformation Mary Anne…what a difference! My husband just heard something on line last night on Marketplace that bathroom remodels have the most return vs. kitchens. Who knew?
Happy Birthday to your mom…that’s quite a milestone! I agree you should do a post on her! Glad the weather warmed up down here this weekend for. your visit…we are going to take advantage and work outside this afternoon.
Linda
Linda Salazar says
Oops…I did it again! I just read an email from my sister Mary Anne this morning…forgot to omit the “e” on my comment. :o)
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks so much, Linda!
Calypso in the Country says
Wow, what a gorgeous bathroom! Not only do I love the blue but all that tile is gorgeous! Love this transformation!
Shelley
Nancy wi says
I hope you and your family had a lovely time during your mom’s birthday!
I just the bathroom transformation! Do you remember the type of toilet you had installed? I’m looking for a replacement and I Like the detailing of the top of the tank.
Thank you,
Nancy
[email protected] says
HI mary ann, I love that tile in the shower floor! How fun!
laura in CO
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks, Laura!
Emily Ruth Louis says
What color grout did you use with the blue penny tile?
Stephanie P Pizzolatto says
Love this look. Currently installing an outdoor bathroom by my pool and would love to know exactly the wall planking. Where did she buy them and what are they called? Does not look like hardy boards? Can you be more specific with the wall covering? Thank you!
Stephanie/ Louisiana
Karen B. says
Mary Ann,
I love the transformation you performed on your friend’s powder room. Blue is so classic and this really made that bathroom look divine.
Happy Birthday to your lovely mom.
Karen
Elizabeth says
Happy Birthday to your mom! How wonderful to be celebrating her 95!
This bathroom is lovely. I love the fact that you purchased many items from big box stores and Wayfair.
debra @ 5th and state says
well done! beautiful upgrade Mary Ann
maybe a post on your Mom???? 95 is wonderful!
xx
debra
Gail says
I see you’ve waved your magic wand again and turned an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan. Love it, Great job!
Deb says
So beautiful! Love that blue!
teresa says
Really pretty. Do you know the grout colour? It adds a lot.
Donna McCann says
Love your blog. However, there are always horizontal lines with the categories available and I can’t seem to get rid of them and enjoy your lovely photos. Is there a way to work around these?
cindy says
Love this Maryann! It is like a little jewel box!!
Happy B-day to Mom!!
Susie says
Hi Mary Ann,
Lovely! Some similar elements to mine! xox