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I always knew deep down inside that my wild-for-me bohemian bathroom would never last. 

bath 8

And I was right.  It was just too, well… wild for me. 

bath 11

Farewell fancy skirt, hello wicker basket.

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The enameled “flower box” is now holding some seashells and mixed with the Dash and Albert rug, it’s all looking rather beachy.  Which must mean I’m ready for summer.

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One thing I hadn’t shared before, was the copper pipe we integrated into the sink base. I love that we can see it now.  I think it adds a clean, industrial element.

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A fresh change, for the time being.

43 comments:

  1. looks wonderful!! i adore dash & albert rugs!
    xo,
    LuLu

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  2. Your bath update is so pretty. I love that copper pipe and the big basket. Everything plays off one another so well!

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  3. I remember thinking that was very daring of you at the time of the original post! I think the new look is great (though the old, bold look was fun, too!)

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  4. Love it! About to redo our master bath and am going to get great white towels with that thick beautiful basket...thanks for the inspiration! Have a sweet day!

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  5. Wait!! Are we already on to decorating for summer or are you down under?? I'm soooo behind!

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  6. It looks sooooooo clean and fresh for sure. Love the changes. Beautiful vanity and the basket if fabulous. Gorgeous. Hugs, Marty

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  7. I like both the before and after! Either please!!

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  8. It looks beautiful. I am ready for summer too.

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  9. Looks wonderful. Love the look of wicker in a bathroom.

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  10. It did look lovely before but I prefer the new look. I struggle to live with pattern and colour and find a simple look so much easier to live with.
    If you ever get sick of that rug please feel free to send it to me - we can't get Dash and Albert in the UK! Unfortunately.
    ~Sam

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  11. Your new look is really great...but I loved the old one too...the pattern on the skirt is fab!

    So far I have just been thinking about changes, and not executing...but I think you have inspired me.
    Ashlyn

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  12. Love it Rie! Looks even better now,especially love the copper showing! ;) Hugs,Rachel

    French Farmhouse 425

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  13. This is so funny! I'm just like that... once in a while I have to try to incoperate color or bold fabric but I get so quickly tired of it and when I'm back to white/neutral it's just like "ahhhh".
    And your new bathroom pics are definately "ahhhh"!!!

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  14. rie,
    whatever you do is wonderful but i know what you mean when something's not quite right. i'm feeling the same way about some of the curtains in my home. they just aren't doing it for me. patience is the key, until i figure out an alternative that i love.
    your home is always an inspiration for me.
    ps...my bath remodel is on the home stretch...can't wait til i can post!

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  15. Too funny, I just posted about the same type of thing on my blog today..being a neutral nelly :). I love the updated look...more refined, more fresh and inviting.

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  16. Looks wonderful...love that blue rug-

    sandy toe

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  17. Rie,

    Changing thing up a bit does wonders for the soul, doesn't it? I love your blog and have read some of your archives. I laughed out loud when i read about your "disease." Guess what...i have the same disease and suffer from the exact symptoms from time to time:) My husband completely agrees!

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  18. I must say I love the new look and your blog..

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  19. great change! I adore baskets, and love how you've stored the towels in yours.

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  20. I laughed when I read..."it was too wild for me.."

    I loved it....but I totally get your love for all things simple and white and clean.

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  21. I like it both ways. I do like seeing that pipe. It's pretty cool. It's nice you can make these changes fairly easily. I have a big cabinet under my sink and the only way to freshen it is to paint it which is certainly a bit of work. Looks great!

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  22. I really want to put a smaller vanity into my teeny tiny bath. I like the chunkiness, but also the simplicity of yours. My problem is that my pipes come up through the floor. I need to disguise them.

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  23. I love it both ways. I guess you could switch back when you mood is feeling wild again!

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  24. Where did your get your towels? Love striped rug and the copper bar detail...very pretty.
    Mary Ann

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  25. I like the copper pipe...was it out of necessity or just for it's striking good looks?!!!

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  26. It's so nice really knowing who you are, decorating-wise. And sometimes you need to stray a little to remind yourself of where you really belong. Beautiful bathroom!

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  27. Love it.very fresh indeed!
    PS. i MENT to mention i seen your blog blurb in the jan issue of RH! It was just lovely
    Jenny

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  28. Just out of a plain old practical concern - where are the toothbrushes kept?
    KT

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  29. KT- the toothbrushes are stored behind the mirror (inset cabinet).

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  30. As with everything you touch... simply beautiful, Rie.:)

    hugs and blessings,
    Melanie

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  31. Rie- I love the little tweaks you make to your spaces. The little striped rug is a charming touch!

    Happy New Year!

    Loretta

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  32. I'm an interior designer from Melbourne, Australia - I loved your blog, I found it very inspiring. This is all new to me but I have just set up my own blog
    scrapbook-melissah.blogspot.com
    You may like to check it out because I had so much fun doing it.
    Thanks for providing me with such great entertainment!
    Cheers
    Melissah

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  33. Hello,


    It looks beautiful! Very beachy and relaxing. Love the Dash & Albert rug!
    Thank you for sharing. I enjoy your posts.
    Claudia

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  34. She was lovely while she lasted, but this is more you !!

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  35. Looks lovely, Rie...so fun you can change it up, too!

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  36. fantastic. I love baskets in the bathroom. I am ready for summer too.....
    - {darlene}
    www.fieldstonehilldesign.com

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  37. It looks great. I love the baskets too.
    I want it on my Tacoma Homes.

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  38. So very pretty. I'm going for a beachy feel in my whole house, so this is speaking to me. I love it!

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  39. However, present-day plumbing make use of copper pipes for central heating pipe-work and for water feeds. However, the use of modern plastic pipes, brass, and even steel are also slowly taking place.

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