DIY: Updating a Bathroom

My bathroom renovation project is finally over. Existing was powder blue walls, paneling and white tile with black grout lines. This was all going to be removed! Starting from a clean slate meant I could choose anything. But my challenge was how to mix my modern, artistic styles with an old 1940's cabin feeling home. I wanted something earthy and natural feeling with a calming effect.

After Picture: New fresh looking tile and bright colors!


  

Before Picture: Old shower surround 
with missing glass doors, so bad it 
wasn't used in years.

Before Picture: During the project we
decided to move the door so we could layout
the bathroom in a more logical manner. 

I wanted to keep it simple, so I started with a 13"x13" beige tile on the floor as well as the walls of the tub surround. I love the look of the natural river pebbles, however since I had a tub, and no shower floor I decided to use the pebbles as a border on the wall. The Maniscalco Botany Bay Blend Pebbles worked the best because of their color range, from blues to greens that pulled out the other color tones I was working with in the room.

Before Picture: Notice the outdated light fixtures and vanity,
simple changes made a big impact on the space.

By choosing two different patterns I separated the floor and wall spaces. The offset joints break up the space giving it a more interesting pattern than laying the tiles square. The vertical border in the shower helps to give a taller appearance and enhances my tiny bathroom. Subtle details (lighting fixtures, blinds, and fabric) in this room really pulled everything together. What do you think?