Project Overview
When Danielle and Michael were expecting their first child, they knew something had to change — and there was a deadline. Their 69-year-old primary bathroom had served its time, but it was dark, cramped, and no longer practical for life with a baby on the way.
Theo’s litter box occupied the bathtub. Storage was nearly nonexistent. The shower had thick tile walls, a low tiled ceiling, and dim lighting that made the space feel claustrophobic. Four separate closets surrounded the bathroom walls, yet none were being used efficiently.
Win-Win Remodeling partnered with the family to transform the outdated space into a bright, organized, mid-century inspired retreat — completed before baby arrived.
The Challenge
The original bathroom felt boxed in from every angle. The tub doubled as Theo’s litter box because there was nowhere else to put it. The utility closet-turned-laundry had only a single wall-mounted cabinet for storage, with the washer and dryer occupying all remaining space, leaving no room for daily necessities.
The shower was enclosed by thick tile walls and capped with a low tile ceiling, making it feel dark and tight. The vanity was tiny with zero meaningful storage. Four closets lined the walls, but the layout wasted valuable square footage.
The home was about to welcome a newborn. The bathroom needed to feel open, calm, hygienic, and functional — and it needed to be finished before the due date.
The Design Vision
Prepare the home for a growing family while making a small footprint work smarter. The goal was to open up the bathroom visually and physically, introduce cohesive mid-century character consistent with the vintage of the home, and create real storage solutions for both adults and baby — without sacrificing charm.
The Solution
Bathroom Transformation
- Removed the original bathtub entirely
- Converted one adjacent closet into a spacious walk-in shower with frameless glass enclosure
- Installed a striking daisy-pattern tile floor and matching niche detail
- Added black accent borders in the shower for contrast and definition
- Designed the shower with room for a teak bench
- Installed a replacement window with tempered glass to meet building code
- Added new vanity and shower lighting along with an updated exhaust fan
Storage & Vanity
- Installed a blue double vanity with shaker-style cabinetry
- Added a large linen storage cabinet for meaningful organization
- Converted the door of the closet-turned shower into a full-length mirror
- Retained three of the original four closets, optimizing the footprint rather than eliminating storage
Laundry Reconfiguration
- Updated the laundry closet (off the kitchen) to accommodate a stacked washer and dryer
- Added ample storage shelving
- Created a dedicated home for Theo’s litter box — providing both Theo and his humans with their separate bathroom privacy
Finishes
- Tile selections and detailing nod to the home’s mid-century era
- Champagne bronze plumbing fixtures and accessories add warmth and elegance
- Repaired a broken laundry pocket door so the laundry works was no longer visible from the kitchen
Special Features
- Closet-to-shower conversion with frameless glass enclosure
- Daisy-pattern tile floor and shower niche detail
- Black accent borders for graphic mid-century flair
- Blue shaker double vanity with linen tower
- Champagne bronze fixtures throughout
- Tempered glass window upgrade for safety compliance
- Dedicated litter box space in updated laundry area
The Result
What was once dim and claustrophobic now feels open, bright, and welcoming. The new walk-in shower eliminates the tight tile cave feeling of the original design. The expanded vanity and linen storage provide room for baby essentials and everyday organization. The laundry space now functions efficiently — and Theo finally has his own designated area.
Most importantly, the remodel was completed before their baby arrived, giving Danielle and Michael peace of mind as they prepared to bring their newborn home.
Homeowner Experience
“We couldn’t imagine bringing a baby home with Theo’s litter box in the old bathtub.”
The transformation delivered more than aesthetic updates — it delivered calm, functionality, and readiness for a new chapter.
