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Two Bathrooms, One Vision: A Pelham Primary Suite Transformation

Location:

Pelham, AL

Project Category:

Primary suite bathroom with walk-in shower and elegant black-and-white checkered flooring.

The Why Behind the Work

The husband dreamed of having his own bathroom, and his wife was fully on board. An adjoining office was converted into his dedicated bath, while she gained a larger closet and a beautiful bathtub. Each bathroom was customized to individual needs, down to vanity heights. Their boys’ bathroom was also updated, creating a cohesive and highly functional refresh.

Elegant primary bathroom featuring dark wood cabinets, a round mirror, and wall-mounted lighting fix.

How We Brought It to Life

The goal was to create two bathrooms that felt cohesive while still honoring individual preferences. To achieve that balance, we used many of the same core finishes throughout both spaces, creating visual continuity and a sense of harmony within the primary suite. From there, we layered in individual character through lighting selections and hardware, allowing each bathroom to reflect its owner’s personality and daily habits. Converting the adjoining office into a full bath required thoughtful planning, but the result was two highly functional, customized spaces that feel connected without being identical.

Intentional Design Choices

  • An adjoining office thoughtfully converted into a fully functional second primary bathroom.
  • Architectural arches incorporated into both bathrooms to create warmth and a cozy, custom feel despite the increased square footage.
  • Custom cabinetry and vanities built at each person’s preferred height for true day-to-day comfort.
  • Expanded custom closets designed to better support storage and organization.
  • A freestanding tub that serves as a sculptural focal point and relaxing retreat.
  • Distinct lighting selections in each bathroom, allowing individual personality and style to shine.
  • Coordinated core finishes across both spaces to maintain cohesion within the primary suite.
  • A refreshed boys’ bathroom that brought the same level of quality and intention to the rest of the home.
Freestanding bathtub in a luxurious primary bathroom with chandelier and black-and-white checkered f.

Client Reflections

"We love our new bathrooms so much that we have already started planning our kitchen, laundry, and guest bath renovation. The entire process made such a difference in how our home functions, and we can’t wait to keep going."

R.S - Pelham, AL

The Finished Space

The finished renovation transformed one shared bathroom into two personalized retreats that function beautifully side by side. What once felt tight and limited now feels intentional, spacious, and thoughtfully tailored to each person’s daily routine. The cohesive finishes keep the primary suite feeling unified, while the custom details, lighting, and vanity heights make each space distinctly their own. The added boys’ bathroom update carried that same level of care throughout the home. The result is a renovation that didn’t just add square footage, but added ease, comfort, and individuality to everyday life.

  • Modern Pelham primary suite bathroom with sleek white tiles and patterned floor.
  • Primary suite bathroom with sleek shower design and white tile walls.
  • Primary suite bathroom with elegant vanity and modern lighting.
  • Modern Pelham Primary Suite Bathroom.
  • Modern primary suite bathroom with elegant dark cabinetry and luxurious lighting.
  • Elegant bathroom cabinetry with mirror in Pelham primary suite renovation.
  • Freestanding bathtub in a luxurious primary bathroom with chandelier and black-and-white checkered f.
  • Elegant primary bathroom with a freestanding tub and glass shower.
  • Elegant primary bathroom vanity with dark wood cabinetry and modern fixtures.
  • Primary bathroom vanity with dark wood cabinets and gold hardware for Pelham suite.
  • Elegant primary bathroom with dual vanities and stylish lighting.
  • Blue tiled shower with built-in niche in Pelham primary suite bathroom.

Considering What’s Next for Your Home?

Whether you're renovating, building, reworking what you already have, or exploring what makes the most sense long-term, the right guidance makes all the difference. Thoughtful design is not about doing more. It is about doing what makes sense for your life, your investment, and your future.

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Kristen McGee

interiors & real estate