The floor tile is very classic. Looks great with the age of the house. Good idea to use white subway tile. It’s beautiful and won’t go out of style. And the bird mural…..wows!
Very nice bathroom! I really like your design approach and how all the choices worked together so perfectly, even the ones that weren't planned. This is a great space and pretty elements. Nicely done!
"Design Specialists" should take lessons from you my friend on how real folks like us live. When I put together my first home many years ago, my sisters' comment was "Oh, it's so eclectic". Understandingly this remark hurt my feelings. A more mature me sees this as the best compliment I could receive. Your home is beautifully, tastefully and gloriously ECLECTIC. Sending love and support from Auburn Alabama.
Ich mische verschiedene Metalltöne und auch Holztöne miteinander...es zählt nur das Endergebnis, wenn alles harmonisch zusammen geht, ist es ok. Tolles Ergebnis, jedes weitere Video das ich mir anschaue, gefällt mir sehr. Hab noch nicht alle durch, weil ich deinen Kanal erst vor kurzem entdeckt habe 😅
Hi, You really did a super job with the bathroom. Floor tile looks excellent. The exposed washer and dryer look fine. Just like exposing kitchen utensils and kitchen appliances on the wall, floor and or counters, I think the same thing goes for your washer and dryer. I'm a new viewer and fan. Really enjoy your show. Thanks
First off, hello. I just recently found your channel. I am enjoying your journey of transforming your home. Love all your creativity in all the spaces . Who cares about trends. We can be inspired by them and like some, but you and you alone must love your environment. OK , now that’s out of the way, I have a suggestion for your washer and dryer situation . I, myself do not really like curtains to cover anything but windows. That’s just my me. What if you created a long piece of art on a canvas wrapped in a frame the exact size of the unit that stores the W&D. Here are a few ideas on how to attach it: - attach magnets along the back of the canvas or frame. Then find some kind metal strip so the magnets will connect and hold in place . Just remove the art work when you need do do your laundry. - use Velcro. Apply the same way as above. - attach some kind of hooks to the unit or art work. All of these ideas can be hidden from site . (Amazon has really Heaven duty magnets. Use Heavy duty Velcro )
You are (literally!) the only RUclipsr where I not just like/enjoy the content/videos but also like as a person(ality)! I love that about you. Watching your videos feels like hanging out with a friend. ..Yeah, I totally see/get, that I sound like a weirdo!! 🙈 I swear I'm not! 😂 (I kinda am tho.)
I don't like it. I love it. Extremely well thought out. The greatest is of course the wall paper. Trust me, all the designers say that subway tiles will never go out of style. The other tiles are classic to that house. Those tiles are installed perfectly. The transom and the doors were genius. Well, everything is perfect. Andrew, I like the idea of a thin cotton curtain, like a sheet, or almost a gauze and could be see-thru. It would have to be the right pattern, and be pretty simple. Maybe a stripe with some curves, a small print, non-descript, nothing to distract, but then solid would be too plain. You will find it when you least expect it. Maybe a café type with 2 rods? I guess a door that slides to the toilet won't work either. A dutch door on top, with a curtain on the bottom? A door that opens from the bottom, folds in half then rests on the top of the cabinet having the top hinge on a type of drawer slide? Since the faucet is so close to the sconces, and they ARE trendy, how would it look with that fake brass is painted a matte black or the color of the rug? Or maybe an oval mirror would be better, the top of that mirror doesn't line up with anything, like tile black band. Maybe a better transition from all the squares to the organic wall pattern? You do know about getting different color led bulbs and also putting those on a dimmer, right? Maybe a 3700K color light? BTW. Vinegar just shines copper and brass, ammonia will patina it, use a weak solution, it will go to verte gris fast. You have to get the lacquer off of it first. You did an amazing job here, so don't let my ideas throw you off of the praise. 😍
My friend, your natural instincts with design and decor are AMAZING! You are creating an absolute gem of a home!!! What I love about the cream/charcoal colour choice for the bathroom is that it never challenges the colours one presents to it whilst standing in front of the mirror. In other words, it won’t interfere with whatever your skin tone or your wardrobe choice,so it speaks the truth about how you look that day. Your Escher wall paintings are GORGEOUS! YOU ARE AN ARTIST, MY FRIEND!!!
Love how creative you are, especially your art. Just a suggestion maybe hang a piece of fabric or rug or canvas with velcro so it could lay flat and be easily removed when you need to do your laundry. Maybe an extension of the art you already have on the walls.
Fantastic job! The floor mosaic makes the subwaytile w black trim really look classic and high end, and the Escher wallpaper design is the most brilliant thing I've seen in a while! I really like that you let the vanity have it's warm wood finish to complememt and didn't go with a matchy matchy vanity. That skylight makes the space so special, but I do understand being bugged by the exppsed washer/dryer since you went to thr trouble of giving it a solid wood cabinet, so if I were you, I'd either mount a roll up blind in rattan (diy?), cane/bamboo and eithet match the finish to the vanity or a grayscale in the wallpaper (super practical when doimg laundry just out of the way entirely) OR put curtain/fabric panel on a rod in which case you could paint the fabric design yourself or look for a vintage black/white fabric. A couple of yards will go. A long way. In a situation w no budget I'd go for a Fornasetti design that would look amazing with the rest of the interior, but that's very pricey yardage and I feel you could print or paint a fabric panel at least as cool. 😉
Love all the choices you made. SO beautiful and you added so much function and value to your home. If you go for a curtain to hide the washer-drier unit, what if you repurposed a ceiling-mounted hanging rail system (like what's used around claw foot tubs) around the cabinet in a u/l shape? Functionally you'd be fighting the curtains less when you're doing laundry since you could wrap the curtain totally out of the way to the toilet side. Plus it would make it feel like more of a feature and create a little drama with the height. Could be a miss if its too busy looking in the corner but it might be worth exploring!
I think for the dryer, you should add a kind of vintage-look framed chalkboard, like a work-place tally board or lead board, to cover the dryer only, while leaving the washer exposed. It would have a hinge on one side to allow access, but visually, that would work with the 30's style "WC" door. Call it 20's boiler room, or speakeasy style. Functionally, you could use it as a shopping list, weekly inspiration, schedules, reminders, artwork or whatever.
I see now it's actually IN the bathroom, and a door of any kind might not actually work. Maybe as an alternative to fabric, a woven grass mat, that could roll up or a dowel-and-fabric roll-up screen, or one of those roll-up grass beach mats, that could hide the equipment. Maybe a large-scale fabric art piece that would definitely be the centerpiece of the room in bold colors as a counterpoint to the black and white, or a sedate tapestry for a more vintage feel.
Beautiful finished product. Thank you for sharing your process. Suggestion for covering the washer/dryer: a flat (not gathered) curtain that is the same color as the walls, to make the appliances “disappear”. Something that rolled up would be convenient when actually doing laundry. You will need some problem-solving so that hardware/rolled curtain doesn’t interfere with the door. Overall, it is a lovely and unique room as-is. Love your scavenging/DIY methods.
Hey Andrew! I just came across this Bathroom Video. Thanks for sharing your thought process on the Design and Layout. It is fantastic and you, Mom and Dad are an absolute force that can accomplish anything. Suggestion regarding the Curtain over the Laundry Center. Could you stencil the Birds from the Wallpaper onto Fabric and create a Custom Curtain? It may be time consuming, but worth it. Thanks for sharing your progress. Take care - Don
Oh my goodness! What an amazing find! That vanity is absolutely gorgeous. I love how you've incorporated it. The black tile looks great with the white. It really pulls all the elements of the room together! And the gold fixtures are perfect. I personally feel silver or nickel fixtures would look lost in the room. The visibility of the washer and dryer doesn't look bad to me, but I totally understand the disappointment (?) when things don't come together as desired. I don't think a curtain would look bad at all. Gorgeous bathroom. ❤
Thank you so much Laura! I agree about the silver or nickel looking lost… that much black and white in a room needs some warmth! And yeah I might go for a curtain at some point… on to other spaces first!
That Escher bird wallpaper is stunning in the space, really elevates the look. As for the washer/dryer here in Europe is usual to have them in bathrooms, they don't bother me at all, the white makes them blend in. It looks clean, a feel a curtain would take away from that clean feel.
You are right! When I saw the washer and dryer, I immediately thought of Europe. They have spaces much older than America's, and you see bathrooms, laundries, and even whole kitchens under stairs which is nobody's first choice. Some items must simply go where they will best fit (which is probably why their appliances tend to be somewhat smaller). There is kind of a Conran's feel to it which is so neat and sensible.
Totally one-of-a-kind! And thank you for giving love to subway tile. I've heard a few people saying it's out and I'm like, Caesar liked it, my parents liked it, it's good enough for me.
Haha you’re spot on - the finishes that have been around for literally hundreds of years will most likely be around for another couple hundred 😂 Thanks for watching, Jilly!
I love the bathroom. I have had the same tile in my renovated bathroom. And you cannot go wrong with subway tile. The only thing I feel is not practical is the rug. I find if I have a bath rug, I choose one that is easy to wash. I usually have 2 or 3 interchangeable because I wash them often. Love the door. I have always like frosted glass and doors with glass like that.
I absolutely love the hand painted wall. That design is incredible. I wish it was something I could buy off the rack because it's stunning and I'd cover my whole house with it if I could! Love how the bathroom turned out.
So many things to love about this! The painted wallpaper is incredible, I wish I had your talent. The vanity, just stunning. And I really love how the black and white tiles play off each other to make things interesting. Things I would change, update those sconces to something more vintage looking, they are coming off too modern. I love the look of grandmas rug, but that seems so unhygienic, try a machine washable one instead. And yes, it’s worth covering your washer/ dryer. I love the other commenters suggestions of Roman or bamboo shades, or a light panel. I think you could put a panel on a door hinge no? I would also like to see some artwork and fresh flowers. Overall, a very beautiful room. You should be proud.
Thanks Jo! And I agree actually! I was worried about them clashing… but it really does make them feel more casual and lived in with them being kind mismatched!
We went with all Delta faucets in a champagne bronze color... they do not match the rest of the gold elements in our house either lol Your idea of adding more gold, incorporating more vintage gold pieces really work!
Everything came together so nicely. I love how you repurposed so many things. I don’t think the different tones of gold are that noticeable. Although I’m not a big fan of the sconces for the space; I think they’re just a little too modern-glam (as opposed to MCM which I think is more your vibe). Hopefully you can source some vintage sconces one day and swap them out. Overall everything looks beautiful though! ❤
Love this. the door was such a great find, it is perfect with the frosted glass and the writing. I say go for the curtain, you can even put up a temporary one with a shower rod to see how it feels but I think it's a good call that will also make the bathroom cozier like the rug does since everything is so shiny and monochromatic
gorgeous, you did an incredible job. 1. yes, i agree - all those gold tones work together now- since the space is large enough, you have a lot going on there so the spotlight is not only on the fixture metals - they all appear to be part of a family that gets along!!!! 2. i had to laugh about wincing at the washing machine in your sightline- i would be the same way. it's really not that bad, i know it's not part of the vibe, but it's totally ok. HOwever, if you really want to do a curtaiin - which might be ok depending on the space for a rod? - totally depends if you can find exactly the right "lurex/ brassy/ dull metallic" fabric. altho i guess you can play it safe w/ white. but still- it's a beauty overall. add a plant! you have light in there so it will thrive.
Hey thank you so much for your comment Yunah! I agree that the gold works with everything else… so I’m glad you agree! And I didn’t even think of a gold curtain! I was thinking of using some textured woven creamy fabric that I have… but it might be too thick. I’ll probably leave it for now and circle back when more of my house is done. Thank you so much for watching!
I would definitely consider installing a brass curtain rail and hide the laundry appliances. Your bathroom will benefit from the soft texture a nice heavy linen drape would provide.
Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts! A shade might be a good idea! I guess it depends on whether I want it to go up over the upper shelf as well… or just over the washer/dryer. If I did the latter, I’m not sure the shade would be able to raise up high enough to use the unit fully. I’m gonna think on it!
Wow! I saw your bathroom Escher style wall video and had assumed the bathroom came with the white tiles with black trim. It really looks classic and timeless. Well done!
I love the Escher-type wall painting you did! All together the bathroom came out great. I was thinking it would be good to cover up the washer an dryer unit with a pull down shade and when you need to do laundry you just pull it up out of the way. Maybe you could paint that too. I was also thinking you should cut the cabinet and turn it into a French door so you can access the washer and dryer behind. It's important to have maintenance access for longevity and safety.
You're such a talented man. I absolutely love your art. The way you make things over is mind blowingly beautiful. I love how supportive your parents are. Also love your personality and personal style. Very unique.
Andrew, I just found your channel a few weeks ago and I'm obsessed. The "wallpaper" you painted is fantastic. Have you ever thought about designing wallpaper? I bet you could make a fortune. Oh, as to the washer/dryer area. I would add a curtain. You could find some vintage fabric and sew one yourself. ❤❤
Hey Mollie! I’m so glad you found me! I would absolutely love to have a little wallpaper line! I love my bird design and I have plans for more designs in my guest room and office. Maybe a kickstarter at some point? I’d love to be able to share my designs and see them in other people’s homes!
Love all the elements of your bathroom, it turned out stunning. Would a sleek white push open door (no handle) work over the washing space, or a hanging barn door sliding in front of the toilet area when open. You are truly talented.
You’d love the WORKING mortise locks from the early 1900s which can still be found on eBay (some are sold with keys). Much better gold/brass/aged tones. Mine from 1905 work and the skeleton keys are often easy to find new.
what about a bamboo runner that you could roll up and fasten with leather straps? it would be plain enough not to distract, but the texture adds another element. If you wanted a design, it would be really easy to paint on...a couple of the Escher birds maybe? Hope this helps ;) Lovely job on the room and some great ideas.
i think if you use a curtain, it should be heavier. i think it looks tacky when it’s too sheer. a velvet curtain might not be the most optimal in a bathroom environment but might look nice.
Love this remodel and would like to see more of your inspiration. I tried finding you on Pinterest with the name you left in the description but with no luck. Will you put up a link to your boards?
Hey Jason! I’m new a linking to Pinterest… @theandrewharper is my handle there but I’m not sure how easy it is to search. So here’s a direct link: pin.it/IIULNaP
Regarding the washer-dryer-szenario: What about a bamboo blind of some sort? (But only since I don't entirely get, why folding doors wouldn't work, as you say..) Of a curtain I'm not really convinced, at that point. But I'm quite sure you would even be able to carry that off too!
What about a roller shade? Or, bump out the face frame of the cabinet just a bit, use magnets/metal catch plates to attach something lightweight in a frame that makes you happier to look at, like a piece of art.
Have you considered a pocket door for the laundry cabinet. Like an old tvcabinet pocket door - they store hidden to side and then pullout and over. Tv cabinets are often free, no one needs them - Get the expensive pocket hardware off it. The dimensions might not work?
i say commit to shower curtain or glass...both have their positives and negatives...with that being siad i would put a curtain in front of the washer/dryer to keep the calming shower vibe...that you could close when not using
I think you could do a fabric curtain, but it doesn’t have to be gathered or “frilly”, could be a nice piece of heavy natural cotton canvas with maybe a small black motif stenciled on , you would have to figure out how to roll it up, a dowel at the bottom ? Coming from a textile designer with fabric in her veins😂
Yep some sort of curtain - perhaps you could get some light weight white cotton and stencil some of your birds on it Or a fine black and white vertical stripe to pick up the stripes in the birds without needing the birds themselves- perhaps on an over stated brass rail to give a bit of definition at the top Got to admit I’m not in love with the rug - it detracts too much from the beautiful details else where and whilst ‘shabby’ is in that’s ok on a normal floor but the crisp mosaic just makes it look shabby without the chic
Congratulations on finishing the bathroom. Wow! Profoundly amazing finish, I love everything..can't fault any of it, including the washer/dryer.Just a suggestion..not sure how much space you have but this could be an option for your W/D cover. ruclips.net/user/shortsLqfF9zLQhSo?feature=share
what about a roller blind in front of the W/D? Hear me out. it doesnt have to be one of those cheap and nasty vinyl ones, but it would give you the look of a solid surface, and useability. A curtain would be nice, but if you didnt want one for the shower because of aesthetics then you probably aren't going to be happy with one over there either.
I'm always so baffles at American's perspective on shower curtains.. In Australia you NEVER see them. They're the worst. The only time I've ever used them is in cheap hotels or really old bathrooms, it would be ludicrous to even weigh up a shower curtain vs. glass door in a new bathroom. I wonder why they've stuck around in the states?
I hope you did not put a curtain over your washer/dryer. The #1 purpose of a bathroom is function. Keeping things clean and clear of fussiness is your best bet. IMO, a curtain would be in the way and detract from what looks like a great bathroom.
I would cover the washer and dryer if possible. I have two ideas. One….If you did a curtain you could put a tension rod at the bottom, which would keep the curtain more streamlined and alleviate the billowing at the bottom. If there is nowhere for the tension rod to attach at the bottom, you might have to put little blocks to hold the rod. My second idea…is something I’m not sure exists. So…you know how a window shade has a roller at the top? Is there a such thing as a roller door? I feel like there could be. If it had tracks on bottom and top, then rolls to the side to open. If it doesn’t exist….we have a gold mine. Pocket doors are terrible to put in and like this situation wouldn’t work. Barn doors are a great solution to the yucky pocket door, but are overdone and in this situation wouldn’t work. Okay. I just came up with a third idea. Accordion doors from the 60’s and 70’s. I’m pretty sure you could come up with an updated and modern version. My work here is done. 😂
Haha this is amazing! We tried a thrifted accordion door… and it looked terrible 😂 The rolling door is a thing… and was definitely an option that we considered! Probably the best solution I’ve heard 🙌🏻
This may be too late but have you thought about a “tambour” slatted door in front of the washer drier?- like the front of those 1920s/30,s roll top desks or fronts of filing drawers and collectors cabinets?- I think this style would totally match the vintage vibe of the rest of your eclectic decor.They are constructed I believe from strips of wood fixed to cloth which slides up +down in side runners and rolls up at the back of the top - you could stain wood slats dark to match vintage door. Just an idea 👍Enjoying your channel ❤️
I don’t hate the washer and dryer being open! It’s real life and there are so many beautiful things to look at!!!❤
My friend also has a stacking washer and dryer in her guest bath. She used a long Roman shade to cover it. Very easy to access the machines.
The floor tile is very classic. Looks great with the age of the house. Good idea to use white subway tile. It’s beautiful and won’t go out of style. And the bird mural…..wows!
Very nice bathroom! I really like your design approach and how all the choices worked together so perfectly, even the ones that weren't planned. This is a great space and pretty elements. Nicely done!
Love the bathroom,door!❤..well all of it. 👍🏼👍🏼 Curtain…I know,you can make it be the perfect touch
"Design Specialists" should take lessons from you my friend on how real folks like us live. When I put together my first home many years
ago, my sisters' comment was "Oh, it's so eclectic". Understandingly this remark hurt my feelings. A more mature me sees this as the best compliment I could receive. Your home is beautifully, tastefully and gloriously ECLECTIC. Sending love and support from Auburn Alabama.
I love this comment! Yes, “eclectic” is a wonderful thing and keeps a space from aging poorly. Own it! 🙌🏻
Ich mische verschiedene Metalltöne und auch Holztöne miteinander...es zählt nur das Endergebnis, wenn alles harmonisch zusammen geht, ist es ok. Tolles Ergebnis, jedes weitere Video das ich mir anschaue, gefällt mir sehr. Hab noch nicht alle durch, weil ich deinen Kanal erst vor kurzem entdeckt habe 😅
I like your black and white bathroom. I did something similar with black paint, large white tiles and wallpaper featuring large leaf prints.
Hi,
You really did a super job with the bathroom. Floor tile looks excellent. The exposed washer and dryer look fine. Just like exposing kitchen utensils and kitchen appliances on the wall, floor and or counters, I think the same thing goes for your washer and dryer. I'm a new viewer and fan. Really enjoy your show.
Thanks
First off, hello. I just recently found your channel. I am enjoying your journey of transforming your home. Love all your creativity in all the spaces . Who cares about trends. We can be inspired by them and like some, but you and you alone must love your environment. OK , now that’s out of the way, I have a suggestion for your washer and dryer situation . I, myself do not really like curtains to cover anything but windows. That’s just my me. What if you created a long piece of art on a canvas wrapped in a frame the exact size of the unit that stores the W&D. Here are a few ideas on how to attach it:
- attach magnets along the back of the canvas or frame. Then find some kind metal strip so the magnets will connect and hold in place . Just remove the art work when you need do do your laundry.
- use Velcro. Apply the same way as above.
- attach some kind of hooks to the unit or art work.
All of these ideas can be hidden from site .
(Amazon has really Heaven duty magnets.
Use Heavy duty Velcro )
What a bonus, you can see the birds thru the transit window from the opposite side!💕
You are (literally!) the only RUclipsr where I not just like/enjoy the content/videos but also like as a person(ality)!
I love that about you.
Watching your videos feels like hanging out with a friend.
..Yeah, I totally see/get, that I sound like a weirdo!! 🙈
I swear I'm not!
😂
(I kinda am tho.)
I don't like it. I love it.
Extremely well thought out. The greatest is of course the wall paper. Trust me, all the designers say that subway tiles will never go out of style. The other tiles are classic to that house. Those tiles are installed perfectly. The transom and the doors were genius. Well, everything is perfect.
Andrew, I like the idea of a thin cotton curtain, like a sheet, or almost a gauze and could be see-thru. It would have to be the right pattern, and be pretty simple. Maybe a stripe with some curves, a small print, non-descript, nothing to distract, but then solid would be too plain. You will find it when you least expect it. Maybe a café type with 2 rods? I guess a door that slides to the toilet won't work either. A dutch door on top, with a curtain on the bottom? A door that opens from the bottom, folds in half then rests on the top of the cabinet having the top hinge on a type of drawer slide?
Since the faucet is so close to the sconces, and they ARE trendy, how would it look with that fake brass is painted a matte black or the color of the rug? Or maybe an oval mirror would be better, the top of that mirror doesn't line up with anything, like tile black band. Maybe a better transition from all the squares to the organic wall pattern? You do know about getting different color led bulbs and also putting those on a dimmer, right? Maybe a 3700K color light?
BTW. Vinegar just shines copper and brass, ammonia will patina it, use a weak solution, it will go to verte gris fast. You have to get the lacquer off of it first.
You did an amazing job here, so don't let my ideas throw you off of the praise.
😍
My friend, your natural instincts with design and decor are AMAZING! You are creating an absolute gem of a home!!! What I love about the cream/charcoal colour choice for the bathroom is that it never challenges the colours one presents to it whilst standing in front of the mirror. In other words, it won’t interfere with whatever your skin tone or your wardrobe choice,so it speaks the truth about how you look that day. Your Escher wall paintings are GORGEOUS! YOU ARE AN ARTIST, MY FRIEND!!!
your esthetics is to die for!! love the era of art deco🥀
Love how creative you are, especially your art. Just a suggestion maybe hang a piece of fabric or rug or canvas with velcro so it could lay flat and be easily removed when you need to do your laundry. Maybe an extension of the art you already have on the walls.
Absolutely stunning ❤❤…..billowy Roman blind type curtain for the laundry unit. It’ll look vintage and hide the equipment
Japanese screen for the laundry! Love what you did!✨
Great job...love black and white bathrooms.Try some artsy kind of curtain...you can always remove it if you don't like it.
This is gorgeous. The final result gave me butterflies. The “wallpaper” with the tile with the vanity… Everything came together perfectly. 😍😍😍
Thank you so much Emily! I’m so happy you love it! ❤️
A curtain may work on the washer/dryer. And I’m liking the blended gold tones; gives permission for slight imperfections.
Fantastic job! The floor mosaic makes the subwaytile w black trim really look classic and high end, and the Escher wallpaper design is the most brilliant thing I've seen in a while! I really like that you let the vanity have it's warm wood finish to complememt and didn't go with a matchy matchy vanity.
That skylight makes the space so special, but I do understand being bugged by the exppsed washer/dryer since you went to thr trouble of giving it a solid wood cabinet, so if I were you, I'd either mount a roll up blind in rattan (diy?), cane/bamboo and eithet match the finish to the vanity or a grayscale in the wallpaper (super practical when doimg laundry just out of the way entirely) OR put curtain/fabric panel on a rod in which case you could paint the fabric design yourself or look for a vintage black/white fabric.
A couple of yards will go. A long way. In a situation w no budget I'd go for a Fornasetti design that would look amazing with the rest of the interior, but that's very pricey yardage and I feel you could print or paint a fabric panel at least as cool. 😉
Love all the choices you made. SO beautiful and you added so much function and value to your home.
If you go for a curtain to hide the washer-drier unit, what if you repurposed a ceiling-mounted hanging rail system (like what's used around claw foot tubs) around the cabinet in a u/l shape? Functionally you'd be fighting the curtains less when you're doing laundry since you could wrap the curtain totally out of the way to the toilet side. Plus it would make it feel like more of a feature and create a little drama with the height. Could be a miss if its too busy looking in the corner but it might be worth exploring!
I think for the dryer, you should add a kind of vintage-look framed chalkboard, like a work-place tally board or lead board, to cover the dryer only, while leaving the washer exposed. It would have a hinge on one side to allow access, but visually, that would work with the 30's style "WC" door. Call it 20's boiler room, or speakeasy style. Functionally, you could use it as a shopping list, weekly inspiration, schedules, reminders, artwork or whatever.
I see now it's actually IN the bathroom, and a door of any kind might not actually work. Maybe as an alternative to fabric, a woven grass mat, that could roll up or a dowel-and-fabric roll-up screen, or one of those roll-up grass beach mats, that could hide the equipment. Maybe a large-scale fabric art piece that would definitely be the centerpiece of the room in bold colors as a counterpoint to the black and white, or a sedate tapestry for a more vintage feel.
Beautiful finished product. Thank you for sharing your process. Suggestion for covering the washer/dryer: a flat (not gathered) curtain that is the same color as the walls, to make the appliances “disappear”. Something that rolled up would be convenient when actually doing laundry. You will need some problem-solving so that hardware/rolled curtain doesn’t interfere with the door. Overall, it is a lovely and unique room as-is. Love your scavenging/DIY methods.
Hey Andrew! I just came across this Bathroom Video. Thanks for sharing your thought process on the Design and Layout. It is fantastic and you, Mom and Dad are an absolute force that can accomplish anything. Suggestion regarding the Curtain over the Laundry Center. Could you stencil the Birds from the Wallpaper onto Fabric and create a Custom Curtain? It may be time consuming, but worth it. Thanks for sharing your progress. Take care - Don
That corner looks better without a big pattern. It doesn’t look bad the way it is now.
Oh my goodness! What an amazing find! That vanity is absolutely gorgeous. I love how you've incorporated it. The black tile looks great with the white. It really pulls all the elements of the room together! And the gold fixtures are perfect. I personally feel silver or nickel fixtures would look lost in the room. The visibility of the washer and dryer doesn't look bad to me, but I totally understand the disappointment (?) when things don't come together as desired. I don't think a curtain would look bad at all.
Gorgeous bathroom. ❤
Thank you so much Laura! I agree about the silver or nickel looking lost… that much black and white in a room needs some warmth! And yeah I might go for a curtain at some point… on to other spaces first!
That Escher bird wallpaper is stunning in the space, really elevates the look. As for the washer/dryer here in Europe is usual to have them in bathrooms, they don't bother me at all, the white makes them blend in. It looks clean, a feel a curtain would take away from that clean feel.
You are right! When I saw the washer and dryer, I immediately thought of Europe. They have spaces much older than America's, and you see bathrooms, laundries, and even whole kitchens under stairs which is nobody's first choice. Some items must simply go where they will best fit (which is probably why their appliances tend to be somewhat smaller). There is kind of a Conran's feel to it which is so neat and sensible.
Totally one-of-a-kind! And thank you for giving love to subway tile. I've heard a few people saying it's out and I'm like, Caesar liked it, my parents liked it, it's good enough for me.
Haha you’re spot on - the finishes that have been around for literally hundreds of years will most likely be around for another couple hundred 😂 Thanks for watching, Jilly!
I am DEFINITELY on the hunt for gold/brass bathroom fixtures and its driving me bonkers 😵💫
I love the bathroom.
I have had the same tile in my renovated bathroom. And you cannot go wrong with subway tile. The only thing I feel is not practical is the rug. I find if I have a bath rug, I choose one that is easy to wash. I usually have 2 or 3 interchangeable because I wash them often. Love the door. I have always like frosted glass and doors with glass like that.
But the rug is so beautiful in there. I would hate to see it go.
I absolutely love the hand painted wall. That design is incredible. I wish it was something I could buy off the rack because it's stunning and I'd cover my whole house with it if I could! Love how the bathroom turned out.
I would love to produce a wallpaper line someday… so maybe it’ll be possible to cover your whole house down the line 😂😉
@@REISSUED Yes! Please do! Pretty please with cherry on top 🙂
Beautiful bathroom! ..I love the rug! Would a piano hinge work to cover up the washing machine?
I love this guy.
So many things to love about this! The painted wallpaper is incredible, I wish I had your talent. The vanity, just stunning. And I really love how the black and white tiles play off each other to make things interesting.
Things I would change, update those sconces to something more vintage looking, they are coming off too modern. I love the look of grandmas rug, but that seems so unhygienic, try a machine washable one instead. And yes, it’s worth covering your washer/ dryer. I love the other commenters suggestions of Roman or bamboo shades, or a light panel. I think you could put a panel on a door hinge no? I would also like to see some artwork and fresh flowers.
Overall, a very beautiful room. You should be proud.
Love hearing about the process and thinking behind your design!
I also love that all the gold tones aren’t matchy-matchy. Looks more lived-in and soft
Thanks Jo! And I agree actually! I was worried about them clashing… but it really does make them feel more casual and lived in with them being kind mismatched!
Wow just wow. The bathroom turned out beautiful ❤
You are amazing, I love your choices.
We went with all Delta faucets in a champagne bronze color... they do not match the rest of the gold elements in our house either lol
Your idea of adding more gold, incorporating more vintage gold pieces really work!
Everything came together so nicely. I love how you repurposed so many things. I don’t think the different tones of gold are that noticeable. Although I’m not a big fan of the sconces for the space; I think they’re just a little too modern-glam (as opposed to MCM which I think is more your vibe). Hopefully you can source some vintage sconces one day and swap them out. Overall everything looks beautiful though! ❤
Loved it!!! Amazing work!!!
Love this. the door was such a great find, it is perfect with the frosted glass and the writing. I say go for the curtain, you can even put up a temporary one with a shower rod to see how it feels but I think it's a good call that will also make the bathroom cozier like the rug does since everything is so shiny and monochromatic
Just found you, and am really enjoying your presentation!
*Applause*
Laundry curtain update? 🙂
gorgeous, you did an incredible job. 1. yes, i agree - all those gold tones work together now- since the space is large enough, you have a lot going on there so the spotlight is not only on the fixture metals - they all appear to be part of a family that gets along!!!!
2. i had to laugh about wincing at the washing machine in your sightline- i would be the same way. it's really not that bad, i know it's not part of the vibe, but it's totally ok. HOwever, if you really want to do a curtaiin - which might be ok depending on the space for a rod? - totally depends if you can find exactly the right "lurex/ brassy/ dull metallic" fabric. altho i guess you can play it safe w/ white. but still- it's a beauty overall. add a plant! you have light in there so it will thrive.
Hey thank you so much for your comment Yunah! I agree that the gold works with everything else… so I’m glad you agree! And I didn’t even think of a gold curtain! I was thinking of using some textured woven creamy fabric that I have… but it might be too thick. I’ll probably leave it for now and circle back when more of my house is done. Thank you so much for watching!
Absolutely stunnjng
I really appreciate keeping the age of the house in mind but updating the looks to compliment not erasing the charm. Well done🎉
I would definitely consider installing a brass curtain rail and hide the laundry appliances. Your bathroom will benefit from the soft texture a nice heavy linen drape would provide.
Amazing as usual. So creative. Love the waterfall vanity. How about a roman shade or bamboo shade for the washer/dryer?
Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts! A shade might be a good idea! I guess it depends on whether I want it to go up over the upper shelf as well… or just over the washer/dryer. If I did the latter, I’m not sure the shade would be able to raise up high enough to use the unit fully. I’m gonna think on it!
Great idea, better than a curtain.
Some very nice elements. I used to have those stacking units. What about a roller shade with solar cloth to cover them?
Maybe a roman shade in front of the washer. There are lots of diy vids to make them if you have the patience.
I was thinking the same thing but maybe make one to match the wall paper and paint the bird designs on it.
Wow! I saw your bathroom Escher style wall video and had assumed the bathroom came with the white tiles with black trim. It really looks classic and timeless. Well done!
Thank you!
Yes on the curtain! Go for cool vintage fabric or clean linen.
I love the Escher-type wall painting you did! All together the bathroom came out great. I was thinking it would be good to cover up the washer an dryer unit with a pull down shade and when you need to do laundry you just pull it up out of the way. Maybe you could paint that too. I was also thinking you should cut the cabinet and turn it into a French door so you can access the washer and dryer behind. It's important to have maintenance access for longevity and safety.
You're such a talented man. I absolutely love your art. The way you make things over is mind blowingly beautiful. I love how supportive your parents are. Also love your personality and personal style. Very unique.
Aw thank you so much Randall!
@@REISSUED you're very welcome 🤗
Andrew, I just found your channel a few weeks ago and I'm obsessed. The "wallpaper" you painted is fantastic. Have you ever thought about designing wallpaper? I bet you could make a fortune. Oh, as to the washer/dryer area. I would add a curtain. You could find some vintage fabric and sew one yourself. ❤❤
Hey Mollie! I’m so glad you found me! I would absolutely love to have a little wallpaper line! I love my bird design and I have plans for more designs in my guest room and office. Maybe a kickstarter at some point? I’d love to be able to share my designs and see them in other people’s homes!
Love all the elements of your bathroom, it turned out stunning. Would a sleek white push open door (no handle) work over the washing space, or a hanging barn door sliding in front of the toilet area when open. You are truly talented.
You’d love the WORKING mortise locks from the early 1900s which can still be found on eBay (some are sold with keys).
Much better gold/brass/aged tones.
Mine from 1905 work and the skeleton keys are often easy to find new.
what about a bamboo runner that you could roll up and fasten with leather straps? it would be plain enough not to distract, but the texture adds another element. If you wanted a design, it would be really easy to paint on...a couple of the Escher birds maybe? Hope this helps ;) Lovely job on the room and some great ideas.
Wonderful makeover. I think I‘d put or a curtain or a sth like a roman shade in front of the washer/ dryer.
I would definitely put up a curtain.
If you could somehow make a curtain out of the bird wallpaper I think that would be awesome.
Great job!! If you want to try a curtain over the washer/dryer, I think a black and white ticking fabric would work well with your aesthetic. 😊
i think if you use a curtain, it should be heavier. i think it looks tacky when it’s too sheer. a velvet curtain might not be the most optimal in a bathroom environment but might look nice.
Beautiful bathroom, to cover the laundry area, I might use a roller blind and do some art work on it. Good job. You are very creative.
For washer/dryer, consider a Roman shade or maybe wrap the appliances with a car wrap type sticker to make it an art piece?
Love it .very classy.a lightweight panel to hide washer dryer attached with magnets????
Ooh interesting idea!
Omg I love you and your designs. Your one person I would love to meet.
It's fantastic! How about a frosted glass door for the laundry unit?
I've done alot of the same with my place I love taking the age of the home into consideration with the design, amazing work!!!!!
Awesome. Love the bathroom .
I like gold and brass for other people, but personally, I hate them 😂 also, the tile is beautiful, love the whole look ❤
Love this remodel and would like to see more of your inspiration. I tried finding you on Pinterest with the name you left in the description but with no luck. Will you put up a link to your boards?
Hey Jason! I’m new a linking to Pinterest… @theandrewharper is my handle there but I’m not sure how easy it is to search. So here’s a direct link: pin.it/IIULNaP
Thank you so much for watching! I’m so happy you love how it turned out ❤️ Kitchen remodel video is dropping this week 👀
Yes! The different shades of gold are frustrating. I even had a sink drain that changed shades within a month of installing it.
Regarding the washer-dryer-szenario:
What about a bamboo blind of some sort?
(But only since I don't entirely get, why folding doors wouldn't work, as you say..)
Of a curtain I'm not really convinced, at that point. But I'm quite sure you would even be able to carry that off too!
How about a canvas Roman shade to cover the washer/dryer? 😊😊
Make a Roman shade over the washer dryer. A cream colored canvas would look good
Absolutely beautiful!!❤️
Such a Beauty- bc your an artist you can add artwork to your Washer and Dryer
Stunning ❤
Maybe try a roll down door like the type you get on a garage or a bread in, you might have to remove the shelf but that might enclose your laundry
What about a roller shade? Or, bump out the face frame of the cabinet just a bit, use magnets/metal catch plates to attach something lightweight in a frame that makes you happier to look at, like a piece of art.
Paint the washer and dryer with appliance paint to match your walls
can you put the door of the laundry on a hinge to easily access the washer and dryer?
Have you considered a pocket door for the laundry cabinet. Like an old tvcabinet pocket door - they store hidden to side and then pullout and over. Tv cabinets are often free, no one needs them - Get the expensive pocket hardware off it. The dimensions might not work?
i say commit to shower curtain or glass...both have their positives and negatives...with that being siad i would put a curtain in front of the washer/dryer to keep the calming shower vibe...that you could close when not using
A solid color linen drape would add a soft touch and hide your washer-dryer. The bathroom is very elegant otherwise.
I think you could do a fabric curtain, but it doesn’t have to be gathered or “frilly”, could be a nice piece of heavy natural cotton canvas with maybe a small black motif stenciled on , you would have to figure out how to roll it up, a dowel at the bottom ? Coming from a textile designer with fabric in her veins😂
Yep some sort of curtain - perhaps you could get some light weight white cotton and stencil some of your birds on it Or a fine black and white vertical stripe to pick up the stripes in the birds without needing the birds themselves- perhaps on an over stated brass rail to give a bit of definition at the top
Got to admit I’m not in love with the rug - it detracts too much from the beautiful details else where and whilst ‘shabby’ is in that’s ok on a normal floor but the crisp mosaic just makes it look shabby without the chic
why not put a roller blind up to hide the washing machine and dryer?
Maybe you could sew a Roman shade for it?
L Curved Curtain Rod from ceiling to hide washer/ dryer?
Leave the washer and dryer alone. They are white. They look very nice.
Congratulations on finishing the bathroom. Wow! Profoundly amazing finish, I love everything..can't fault any of it, including the washer/dryer.Just a suggestion..not sure how much space you have but this could be an option for your W/D cover.
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Wow that pocket door looks amazing! Definitely worth considering!
@@REISSUED Not the aesthetic but the idea. Whatever you come up with or not, will be perfect👌
what about a roller blind in front of the W/D? Hear me out. it doesnt have to be one of those cheap and nasty vinyl ones, but it would give you the look of a solid surface, and useability. A curtain would be nice, but if you didnt want one for the shower because of aesthetics then you probably aren't going to be happy with one over there either.
peel and sick for the fronts of appliances?
I'm always so baffles at American's perspective on shower curtains.. In Australia you NEVER see them. They're the worst. The only time I've ever used them is in cheap hotels or really old bathrooms, it would be ludicrous to even weigh up a shower curtain vs. glass door in a new bathroom. I wonder why they've stuck around in the states?
But on another note, I think a sweet vintage fabric curtain could be cute across the laundry, might as well try it and see if you prefer it? :)
I hope you did not put a curtain over your washer/dryer. The #1 purpose of a bathroom is function. Keeping things clean and clear of fussiness is your best bet. IMO, a curtain would be in the way and detract from what looks like a great bathroom.
Leave the washer area naked, no curtains.
I would cover the washer and dryer if possible. I have two ideas. One….If you did a curtain you could put a tension rod at the bottom, which would keep the curtain more streamlined and alleviate the billowing at the bottom. If there is nowhere for the tension rod to attach at the bottom, you might have to put little blocks to hold the rod. My second idea…is something I’m not sure exists. So…you know how a window shade has a roller at the top? Is there a such thing as a roller door? I feel like there could be. If it had tracks on bottom and top, then rolls to the side to open. If it doesn’t exist….we have a gold mine. Pocket doors are terrible to put in and like this situation wouldn’t work. Barn doors are a great solution to the yucky pocket door, but are overdone and in this situation wouldn’t work. Okay. I just came up with a third idea. Accordion doors from the 60’s and 70’s. I’m pretty sure you could come up with an updated and modern version. My work here is done. 😂
Haha this is amazing! We tried a thrifted accordion door… and it looked terrible 😂 The rolling door is a thing… and was definitely an option that we considered! Probably the best solution I’ve heard 🙌🏻
This may be too late but have you thought about a “tambour” slatted door in front of the washer drier?- like the front of those 1920s/30,s roll top desks or fronts of filing drawers and collectors cabinets?- I think this style would totally match the vintage vibe of the rest of your eclectic decor.They are constructed I believe from strips of wood fixed to cloth which slides up +down in side runners and rolls up at the back of the top - you could stain wood slats dark to match vintage door. Just an idea 👍Enjoying your channel ❤️