According to a survey by Grohe,

20% of us do double duty in the shower—we actually clean the shower while cleaning ourselves. The same poll also discovered that

17% of us brush our teeth in the shower.

15% found shower time to be the perfect time to make major life decisions, while

29% sing rock and roll. Favorite songs? “Singing in the Rain,” “Amazing Grace,” “Splish Splash,” “Hey Jude,” plus original tunes make the top five.

Alternative uses for bathrooms include washing pets, putting that beer on ice and thawing the Thanksgiving turkey.

However we use our bathrooms, a spalike atmosphere makes them all the more enjoyable. Luckily, our local bathroom designers and suppliers are up on this trend. Kick back and relax. On the next 25 pages, explore their designs, as well as fixtures, basins and bathroom supplies to fit any style.

Quiet Elegance

Photos by Scott T. Kubo

by Randall Omoto of Homeowners Design Center

As frequent travelers and guests of posh hotels, the homeowners wanted something as fancy to come home to. Necessary details included a barrier-free shower (no shower doors or curtains to scrub!) and plenty of storage for all their bathroom needs. Natural stone was high on the list.

They turned to designer Randall Omoto of Homeowners Design Center for their serene, graceful new bathroom. He chose simple marble tiles to cover the floor to the ceiling. Accenting the smooth stone is rich maple cabinetry, made locally by Total Building Products. Omoto brought these materials together in a functional layout that is also pleasing to look at.

	Smooth and simple lavatory faucet and handles are the perfect touch to a spalike bathroom retreat. By Hansgrohe, available from Fiddler’s, Ferguson and T. Oki Trading.
	This Kichler light fixture, from the Structures Collection, is very popular right now, according to Pacific Ceiling Fans. A brushed nickel finish and satin-etched glass give it a timeless, clean feel.
	An elegant Hubbardton Forge wall sconce adds a touch of the organic with a leaf and reed motif. An Energy Star version is available by special order. Available from Lighting Concepts.
	Step out of the shower into super-plush, super-absorbent 100-percent cotton towels from Pacific Home.

Island Modern

by Glenda Anderson of Details International

Photos by Macario

A long, skinny bathroom with a tub that took up one whole side was not what these homeowners needed. They had children and pets to bathe, and wanted what they envisioned as a low-maintenance, roomy bathroom.

Anderson delivered by expanding the bathroom into an adjoining closet and moving some plumbing. She kept a window that lets in plenty of natural light and a view of the surrounding plant life. Bathrooms call for functionality for all ages, Anderson says, including a curbless shower for wheel-in-access, grab bars near the bath/shower and toilet, and a hand-held shower (also useful for spraying down Fido). Brushed travertine tile, Watermark plumbing and brushed nickel accessories add the finishing touches.

Removing a bathtub also opens up the space. “If the client wants just a shower, then there is more room for amenities. Many more people in Hawaii take showers, rather than a tub bath,” Anderson says.

	Spice up simple cabinetry with wavy drawer handles, like these Amerock pulls from City Mill.
	These fluffy cream towels with embroidered orchids bring the outsides in with a touch of Hawaii’s natural beauty. Available from Fine Linens & Furnishings.
	(1) Make showering comfortable at any height with Kohler’s adjustable and removable showerheads in brushed nickel, available from Ferguson. (2) Or, let the shower rain down from Hansgrohe showerheads, available from Fiddler’s, Ferguson and T. Oki Trading.
	Plantation-style light fixtures add Old World sensibility and charm. Available in antique nickel, burnished brass, copper bronze and pearl bronze (pictured here), from Pacific Ceiling Fans.

Plantation Contemporary

by Shelley Tanner, CKD, of JohnCookKitchens

Photo by Kyle Rothenborg.

Size was the challenge for this bathroom makeover. The homeowners wanted a modern bathroom with an open feel. However, moving walls was not an option. Shelley Tanner, CKD, delivered with contemporary glass blocks for the shower. This material creates a waterproof barrier, without cutting off natural light sources. Corian countertops in cool green tones give a tranquil vibe, and offer a nice contrast to the natural cabinets. The easy-to-clean solid surface was also used in the shower, in crisp white.

According to Tanner, homeowners’ visions of luxe bathrooms can be matched up with tight spaces. It just takes a little ingenuity. “People spend a lot of time in the bath. The bathroom should be a retreat that makes homeowners feel like they’re at a hotel on vacation,” she says.

	Build an elegant and translucent shower wall with Pittsburg Corning glass block. Local supplier Hawaii Glass Block suggests the 8-inch-by-8-inch-by-4-inch format.
	Handsome stainless-steel and wood finishes add sophistication and warmth, such as with this soap dispenser and toothbrush holder pair, from City Mill.
	Add a beachy touch with a starfish from Pacific Home.
	Tuck a sleek Dorian One-Piece toilet into any bathroom. The compact design makes the best use of space, while its low-consumption tank saves on the water bill. TOTO toilet, available from The Bathroom Store and T. Oki Trading.

Boston Influence

by Michael Smith, CMKBD, of Kitchen Concepts Plus

Photo by Scott T. Kubo

When the homeowners came to Michael Smith, CMKBD, of Kitchen Concepts Plus, they requested he turn their small bathroom into a special environment with an East Coast-modern feel. Smith complied with a shower system that includes three wall-mounted body sprays, a personal hand spray and a rain-tree showerhead that lets water cascade from the ceiling, all from Kohler.
Solid cherrywood cabinets in a dark Bristol stain bring in the simple, modern influences. Smith chose Rutt HandCrafted Cabinetry, one of his company’s signature lines. He accented the cabinets with Green Butterfly marble countertops, Peacock Gold tiles laid in a brick pattern on the walls, and Crystal White polished border inserts to make the space pop.
When designing this, or any other bathroom, Smith notes that he pays special attention to making the most of small spaces. Proper lighting is important, as is care with slippery surfaces, he adds.

	Murray Feiss’ Signature Series Collection is available in polished nickel (pictured), oil-rubbed bronze and pewter. The collection includes a variety of bath accessories, including this dispenser made for soap or lotion. Available at Pacific Ceiling Fans.
	Murray Feiss’ Modern Country Collection offers brushed-steel looks with clean, contemporary lines. Soap dish available at Pacific Ceiling Fans.
	The Laura Kirar Vir Stil line from Kallista represents some of the most exciting new product designs, says Bill Fiddler of Fiddler’s, an authorized Kallista Preferred Showroom. Pictured here is its wall sconce.
	Wrap up and dry off in these plush white towels in 100-percent Egyptian cotton from Fine Linens and Furnishings.

Modern Color

by Rick Cowan, CKD, of Archipelago, Refined Island Interiors, and Carolyn Pace

Photos by Augie Salbosa

The homeowners came to Cowan and Pace with specific requests for their bathroom update. The shower, tub and vanity with sinks should be built for two. They wanted a clean, simple design within the existing footprint. The designers said no problem—installing two Kallista sinks, a Kohler Tea for 2 bathtub and a large, glass-enclosed shower with Grohe fixtures.

To enhance the homeowners’ requests, the designers surrounded the tub and shower with Venatino Bianco marble. Iridescent glass tiles behind the bath and shower reflect light, while a red wall above the vanity adds a punch of color. Studio Becker shaker-style cabinets in a brushed-oak finish with a nutmeg stain are a warm contrast to the cool, hard marble.

	Gracefully shaped glass lamps, richly layered in brilliant color, provide ambient and up lighting. Available from Dial Electric.
	Spring green walls add ambiance and flavor. Relax in the tub and renew your senses. Jacuzzi tub available from T. Oki Trading.

Natural Stone and Wood

King & Zelko Hawaiian Woodworks cabinetry. Bathroom design by Archipelago, Refined Island Interiors. Photo by Augie Salbosa

Natural stone contrasts with rich wood tones for a textural feast. King & Zelko Hawaiian Woodworks is best known for its native woods craftsmanship. This luxurious bathroom (bottom) called for koa cabinets, juxtaposed with marble basins. Bella Pietra’s Gentry Pacific Design Center showroom is full of natural stone basins, such as this onyx piece (right). Stone Forest, supplied locally by Ferguson, features marble and granite basins for stone-on-wood designs (below).
Island Glassworks offers another earthly element for bathrooms, this time with a personal touch. Call on master glassmaker Geoff Lee for a handmade, custom glass sink basin. Available in a wide array of colors, he can provide the perfect glass piece for any bathroom design.

Photo by Tomas Del Amo	Stone Forest basins, available from Ferguson.
	Graceful stone basins in marble and granite are the perfect bathroom accents for any style. Check out LF International Trading’s showroom for these pieces from China, and many other bathroom fixtures.
Photo by Tomas Del Amo	Bella Pietra showroom vignette.

Return to Elegance

by Porcher, available at Hardware Hawaii

Details included in this vignette are the Epoque Cast Iron Bathing Pool by Porcher, and Reprise fixtures by Porcher, available at Hardware Hawaii.

The Porcher (pronounced por-shay) line from American Standard has its origins in France, created by two brothers, Emile and Francois Porcher, over a century ago. In keeping with its pedigree is the Reprise collection, which features classic Victorian styling.

Faucet handles are designed in the traditional cross format—available in chrome, brass or brushed nickel—with porcelain index buttons that exude Old World charm and memories of Grandma’s house.

The tour de force of this bathroom’s layout is, of course, the cast-iron bathtub—which Porcher calls a bathing pool—resting on elegant, adjustable clawed feet. The 60-gallon bath is contoured for lumbar support. Its exterior can be customized to the owner’s specifications.

	Add beauty and durability with a solid surface, such as this LG HI-MACS acrylic. It works well in a number of applications, such as vanity tops, tub surrounds or as a countertop. Available from EnCounters.
	Step out of the bath onto this super luxurious rug, which feels so soft underfoot. Available at Fine Linens & Furnishings.
	Turn back the clock to classic bathroom décor with this vintage free-standing tub from Kohler. And don’t worry, although it looks old fashioned, homeowners won’t have to boil their own hot water. Available from Ferguson.
	Get sparkling clean with San Tropez bidet’s vertical stream, which no double-ply can offer. This Kohler model offers coordinating colors for any bathroom style. Available from Ferguson.

Vanities Reach New Heights

by Judy Dawson, CKD, of Designer Kitchens & Baths

Photo by Macario

What if you were 6’4”, but your bathroom was built for your 5’2” or 5’3” spouse? You could check out your reflection while kneeling. Your thigh-high sink would be great for … washing your knees after kneeling. Or, you could call on certified kitchen designer Judy Dawson to find a bathroom solution.
For one such family, Dawson created a bathroom that fit both heights. The wife’s sink is a standard 32-inch height, with plenty of countertop space and mirrors in the right spots. For the tall husband, she designed a free-standing, 3.5-foot-tall vanity with a sink that sits on top. A mirror with lighting, from INspiration, stretches as tall as the husband. Dawson chose a soft green Corian for the countertops to connect with the lush landscape outside. Now, both spouses can use the space comfortably, she says.

Photo by Tomas Del Amo	A number of these wood and stone vanities—no two are exactly alike—are available at Bali Boo. This particular sink features seashells inlaid into the surface, perfect for beachside living, or for capturing that feeling in your not-so-close-to-the-sea home.
	This Calla II Cabinet by Porcher is inspired by the design trends of the late ’30s, and features solid maple and veneer hand finished in a natural cherry stain. Available at Hardware Hawaii.
Photo by Tomas Del Amo	Situate an absolute black granite basin atop this vanity from Baik, just one option on display at the Bella Pietra Stone Gallery.

Beautiful Basins

	A golden stone basin combines a classic material with modern, sleek styling. Available at Bali Boo.
	This Porcher above-counter basin is a dramatic addition to any bathroom. Cast glass matches any color theme. Available at Hardware Hawaii.
	Custom hand-blown glass sinks are definitely one of a kind. This basin is a work of art. Available through Island Glassworks.

Contemporary Lines

by Pedini, available from Susan Palmer Designs Inc.

Ultramodern design is all the rage in Europe, and it’s catching on in Hawaii. For super-sleek bathroom designs, turn to Susan Palmer Designs, Honolulu’s supplier of Pedini cabinetry. This Pedini setup features a free-standing vanity of ebony veneer and smoked glass. Added features, such as sliding soap and toothbrush holders and metal plank sides along the edge of the basin, allow for comfortable use—for both righties and lefties.

	Lunar-rocklike bubble art glass fixtures by Hinkley Lighting are out of this world. Available from Pacific Ceiling Fans & Lighting.
	Modern minimalists will love this functional­­-yet-inviting shower by Kohler, available from Ferguson.
	A big trend in bathroom lighting is eye-level fixtures that complement overhead lighting and eliminate shadows. This Rezek Lit Mirror, available from CLIQ Lighting Gallery at the Honolulu Design Center, offers light that surrounds the face. Because it uses fluorescent light bulbs, it does not generate much heat and is comfortable to stand in front of, says Rhett Garon of CLIQ.
	Added touches, such as these Murray Feiss bath accessories, complete the look. Available from Pacific Ceiling Fans.
	Keep everything in its place with this compact piece from Organized Living. Open shelving makes it easy to find what you’re looking for, and its shiny metal frame is a cinch to wipe off.

Accessorize While You Sanitize

Photos by David Croxford

	Keep the shower neat and tidy with a handy organization caddy. Available at City Mill.
	Malie luxury room sprays freshen the room with scents of Kauai. Shown here are Pikake, exotic and intoxicating, and Coconut Vanilla, soothing and relaxing. Available at SoHa.
	Shower curtain options are now unlimited. Kreative Kamaaina Enterprises, a family-owned Honolulu company, specializes in custom-made curtains. With personalized assistance and design, almost any fabric can be turned into a shower curtain to fit any style.
	Crabtree & Evelyn soaps are an elegant addition to a beautiful display, or functional for everyday living. They smell great, too. India Hicks Island Living natural triple-milled soap. Available at SoHa.
	Contemporary and classic, functional and fun, these bath mats are soft on big and small feet. Available at Pacific Home.
	Getting your ducks in a row is easy in the shower, at work it’s a different matter. Shower curtain rings available from Excecutive Chef.
	This adorable fish toothbrush caddy is sure to brighten up any dull space with its cheery expression and colorful look, for both adults and children. Available at Executive Chef.

WHERE TO GET IT

Bathroom Designers

Archipelago, Refined Island Interiors
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 121A
536-7739
www.archipelagohawaii.com

Cleve & Levin
720 Iwilei Road, Suite 422
536-6671
www.cleveandlevinhawaii.com

Details International
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 104
521-7424
www.details-international.com

Hardware Hawaii
3 Locations on Oahu & 1 Location on Kauai
Kailua Home Showroom, 105 Oneawa St.
266-1009
www.hardwarehawaii.com

John Cook Kitchens
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 215B
599-3533
www.johncookkitchens.com

King & Zelko Hawaiian Woodworks
201 Kapaa Quarry Road, Kailua
261-7239
www.kingandzelko.com

Kitchen Concepts Plus
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 202
521-6656
www.kitchenconcepts.com

Susan Palmer Designs Inc.
Dole Cannery at Iwilei
650 Iwilei Road, Suite 195
599-7606
www.susanpalmerdesigns.com

Bathroom Lighting & Fixtures

Bali Boo, a division of King & Zelko
201 Kapaa Quarry Road, Kailua
261-7239
www.kingandzelko.com

Bella Pietra, Bringing the Beauty of Stone to Life
2 locations on Oahu
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 109
536-9600
www.bellapietra.com

City Mill
8 Locations on Oahu
660 N. Nimitz Hwy., Honolulu
533-3811
www.citymill.com

Dial Electric
2240 C Kaluaopalena St.
845-7811

En Counters Solid Surface
2829 Awaawaloa St., Unit G
833-8800

Ferguson
925 Kokea St.
832-7474
www.ferguson.com

Fiddler’s
330 Kamani St.
592-0233

Hardware Hawaii
3 Locations on Oahu & 1 Location on Kauai
Kailua Home Showroom, 105 Oneawa St.
266-1009
www.hardwarehawaii.com

Hawaii Glass Block
284 Kalihi St.
841-2565
www.hawaiiglassblock.com

HPM Building Supply
3 Locations on the Big Island
380 Kanoelehua Ave., Hilo
(808) 935-0875
www.hpmhawaii.com

INspiration/Honolulu Design Center
1250 Kapiolani Blvd.
956-1250
www.inspirationinteriors.com

Island Glassworks
171-A Hamakua Drive
263-4527
www.islandglassworks.com

Island Home Building Materials
1622 Kanakanui St.
845-1122
www.islandhomehi.com

LF International Trading
2855 Kaihikapu St.
833-3825

Lighting Concepts
1931 S. Beretania St.
955-9955
www.lightinghawaii.com

Lokahi Stone
505 A Kamani St.
596-8833
www.lokahistone.com

Organized Living
94-547 Ukee St., Unit 307
678-0096
www.orgliving.com

Pacific Ceiling Fans Inc.
2 Locations on Oahu
250 Ward Ave., Honolulu
597-8169
www.pacificceilingfans.com

Phase II Interiors
3654 Waialae Ave.
732-7992

Screens & Things Inc.
2960 Mokumoa St.
836-1333
www.screensandthings.net

The Bathroom Store
985 Dillingham Blvd.
843-2005
www.tbshi.com

T. Oki Trading
2722 Waiwai Loop
834-2722
www.t-oki.com

Bathroom Accessories

City Mill
8 Locations on Oahu
660 N. Nimitz Hwy., Honolulu
533-3811
www.citymill.com

Executive Chef
Ward Warehouse
1050 Ala Moana Blvd.
596-CHEF (2433)
www.executivechefonline.com

Fine Linens & Furnishings
Gentry Pacific Design Center
560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 106
589-2737

Kreative Kamaaina Enterprises LLC
1804 Hart St.
841-8731

Pacific Home
420 Ward Ave.
596-9338
www.pacific-home.com

SoHa
Ward Centre
1200 Ala Moana Blvd.
591-9777
www.sohaliving.com �