
3370 — Ikigai Mountain Retreat
Custom Home 3,001-6,000 sq ft Ikigai Mountain Retreat Ikigai House was envisioned as a modern sanctuary inspired by the principles of Japanese design and philosophy. Drawing from the philosophy of
Bathroom—Primary
The homeowners’ primary bathroom had remained largely untouched since its early 1990s construction, standing in contrast to their recently renovated main floor. They wanted a modern, high-end space emphasizing texture, storage, and artistic flair—summed up in their unusual brief: Beetlejuice meets The Louvre. This inspired a design that balances drama, luxury, and function.
Walls and ceilings were clad in textured Venetian plaster, paired with ebonized red oak cabinetry and chrome fixtures to complement quartzite countertops and a matte black stone tub. Luxury touches—waterfall quartzite shower bench, corner-reveal glass, steam shower, custom-cut backsplash, oversized mirrors, in-wall filtered water dispenser, and statement lighting—bring the space to museum-quality impact. A full quartzite accent wall in the shower creates an immediate “wow” effect.
The bathroom’s original layout included numerous ceiling soffits and trays, limited storage, and a shower suspended over a garage—plus the homeowners wished to keep the existing footprint intact, meaning plumbing and major fixtures couldn’t move significantly.
The design introduced a warm, sleek vanity with generous storage, dual sinks, and integrated ice maker and trash pull-out. Glass block was replaced with frameless walls to house a recessed niche and new plumbing. The shower was squared off for better functionality, while the tub alcove was opened to accommodate a 75” x 48” freestanding tub. Old soffits were removed where possible, freeing visual space without structural impact.
The new space blends high-concept drama with everyday livability, exactly as the homeowners envisioned.
Countertops/Stone: Any Top Shop Custom Cabinetry: KC Home Carpentry Stain/Wall Finish: Justin Thornton Painting Light Fixtures: Kelly Wearstler, Visual Comfort In-Wall Water Filter: Elkay Tile: The Tile Shop Plumbing Fixtures: Delta; Kohler; Mr. Steam Shower Glass: Santa Fe Glass

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