Southern Oasis

A Bathroom Transformation Rooted in Ease and Elegance

Some rooms hold onto the past long after the rest of a home has moved on. In this project, that space was the bathroom—a true relic of the 1990s, complete with mint green walls, tiny white tiles, and a corner tub that once felt practical but had long since outlived its charm.

Our clients had lived in the home since the blueprint stage. Over the years, every other room had been lovingly updated, shaped by the rhythms of family life and the comforts collected along the way. The bathroom, however, had remained frozen in time—untouched, out of step, and patiently waiting for its turn.

When they brought us in, their ask was clear: a space that felt serene, timeless, and low-maintenance. Something that could finally match the warmth and clarity of the rest of the home.

That idea—ease as luxury—guided every decision we made.

The Final Room, Reimagined

There’s something deeply satisfying about renovating the last untouched space in a well-loved home. It’s more than just aesthetics—it’s about closing a chapter, honoring memory, and making room for what’s next.

This bathroom wasn’t just outdated—it was a container for years of everyday life. The familiar green walls had seen countless morning routines and quiet evenings. Saying goodbye to them carried a small ache, but mostly, it felt like a breath of fresh air.

The clients wanted something peaceful but not cold, refined but not fussy. A room that belonged to the present, designed for how they lived now—not how they used to.

Designing for Real Life

We began with the surfaces. Every finish needed to balance beauty with practicality—durable enough to stand up to daily life, forgiving enough to feel effortless.

Quartz countertops offered exactly that: soft veining, a calm finish, and a resilience that asked very little. Cabinetry was kept refined and neutral, with a double shaker profile that nodded to the home’s traditional bones while the white oak slab cabinets kept the overall look clean and current.

The palette stayed tonal—quiet greys and warm undertones that shifted gently with the light. It was restrained but never stark, always inviting.

Quiet Moments of Impact

While the foundation of the design was intentionally understated, we leaned into a few details that would bring visual impact without interrupting the serenity.

The plumbing fixtures became the room’s quiet showstoppers—elevated, sculptural, and full of presence. Kohler sinks in a soft grey subtly matched the quartz counters, removing harsh visual breaks and creating a sense of fluidity across the room.

This small shift in tone had a big effect. The entire space felt more cohesive, more calming—proof that elegance often comes from restraint.

Grounded Warmth

To prevent the room from feeling overly minimal, we introduced a custom storage bench in a deep green jewel tone. It added texture, warmth, and a place to pause—a welcome contrast to the soft, neutral envelope of the room.

The bench became more than functional—it grounded the design and brought in a layer of soul. It offered just enough tradition to connect the new bathroom to the home’s history, without pulling it back into the past.

A Space That Belongs to Now

When the renovation was complete, the space felt like a long exhale. What had once been dated and disconnected now felt current, cohesive, and unmistakably theirs.

More than any single finish or feature, what the clients loved most was the way it felt. The room didn’t demand attention—it supported daily life with quiet ease. Every surface invited use. Every detail felt considered. It was, simply, a space that worked.

Design That Makes Life Feel Lighter

Southern Oasis is a reminder that the most powerful transformations aren’t always the loudest ones. Sometimes, real luxury is the kind that fades into the background—design that’s intuitive, elegant, and rooted in how you actually live.

We believe great spaces don’t just look beautiful—they feel beautiful. If you’re ready to update the last room that feels stuck in another decade, we’d love to help you imagine what’s next.