Beautiful Baths, Creative Storage

<div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324388361956386" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7kx6X7CI/AAAAAAAAE08/xa9y4SNg5JA/s400/9.JPG.jpeg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" />Almost every one needs more storage in their bathroom. Perhaps we all need to get a bit more organized, but if you are clutter challenged like me, I wanted to show you some wonderful baths by designer, Molly Frey. You may remember a previous post on a fabulous coastal house by Molly <a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2010/02/reacquainted-with-molly-frey-designs.html">here</a>. </div><div align="center"></div><div align="center">I love the bath above. Let's take a look at some of the elements that make this bath fantastic. First, the overall design with the sink sitting upon an open turquoise glass tiled cabinet - a perfect spot for storing extra towels. The wall mirror is framed out with sconces adding the perfect lighting. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324409153581090" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7l_Xe8CI/AAAAAAAAE1U/fqVklrI7e7A/s400/63.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 303px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div align="center">A capiz shell chandelier adds a bit of whimsy to the space. I imagine the french doors lead you outdoors to a secluded hot tub - wishful thinking? I also love symmetry and this bath is a great example.</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324738326112354" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i75JoVKGI/AAAAAAAAE1s/auN7lB4VkA8/s400/42.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 338px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">Of course Molly's marble baths are what generally catch my eye. Here is lovely example that was published in Traditional Home Magazine. The middle cabinet is open - again a nice spot for baskets or extra towel storage. Notice that the cabinets have "feet" to give the sink base the illusion of free standing furniture. I also love the sconce in this bath.</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324400070036130" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7ldhzCqI/AAAAAAAAE1E/isOy5BKqkHw/s400/7.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: pointer" /> <div align="center">The tub is tucked under the eaves of the home in front of a gorgeous window and next to it we see another area for storage. </div><div align="center"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i75WumeTI/AAAAAAAAE10/KNKW7zexHwE/s1600/36.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324741842073906" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i75WumeTI/AAAAAAAAE10/KNKW7zexHwE/s400/36.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> Here is a more streamlined, contemporary feeling bath. Two small boxes topped with limestone add the additional storage here. By not putting small doors on these, the look stays very open and contemporary - Interesting! </div><div align="center"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i74vMeCrI/AAAAAAAAE1k/cysQ02AUqPg/s1600/45.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324731229932210" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i74vMeCrI/AAAAAAAAE1k/cysQ02AUqPg/s400/45.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> A more traditional design also shows you some ways to increase storage. Here the cabinets flanking the pedestal sinks sit directly on the counters. Unlike a kitchen, counter space in the bath can be more narrow to support your toiletries. The small ledge behind the sinks also add a space for lotions and creams.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7mGXCLII/AAAAAAAAE1c/XLvk7-SImeE/s1600/59.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324411030744194" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7mGXCLII/AAAAAAAAE1c/XLvk7-SImeE/s400/59.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 277px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> Here we see a shallow medicine cabinet with mirrored doors built into the design. Not only is this cabinet functional, it becomes a wonderful focal point. This bath also has "feet" on the cabinet base.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7lptOJFI/AAAAAAAAE1M/SuJI9F1DloA/s1600/73.JPG.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465324403339174994" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S9i7lptOJFI/AAAAAAAAE1M/SuJI9F1DloA/s400/73.JPG.jpeg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 292px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> The final bath has this cute little cabinet on the left side. A great spot for a razor and shaving cream - or perhaps it hides electric outlets and a blow dryer.</div><div align="center"></div><div align="center">Above are several ideas to add a bit storage to your bath. To check out more of Molly Frey's work click <a href="http://www.mollyfreydesign.com/">here </a>to her website or <a href="http://www.mollyfreydesign.blogspot.com/">here </a>to her blog!</div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(all photos property of Molly Frey)</span></div>

Beautiful Baths, Creative Storage

Almost every one needs more storage in their bathroom. Perhaps we all need to get a bit more organized, but if you are clutter challenged li...

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