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Steal This Look: A Modernist Bath in Prague, Pale Yellow Edition

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Steal This Look: A Modernist Bath in Prague, Pale Yellow Edition

June 18, 2024

We recently came across the work of A1 Architects, a design firm founded in Prague in the Czech Republic in 2005 by architects Lenka Křemenová and David Maštálka. In the renovation of a Prague apartment, A1 reimagined a large bath opening onto a terrace with completely modern simplicity from fixtures to materials. A checkerboard tiled floor in white and butter yellow stands out against the gallery-like space. Its fixtures apply well to many forms of bath remodels. Here, a list of similar sources to re-create the look.

a half wall in concrete brings a cool palette when paired with stark white wall 17
Above: A half-wall in concrete brings a cool palette when paired with stark white walls. Note that concrete does have a high environmental impact due to high carbon emissions; for suggestions on alternate materials see our book Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home: A Sourcebook for Stylish, Eco-Conscious Living. Photograph from A1 Architects.
a view of the bath fixtures, both traditional and modern, along with a checkerb 18
Above: A view of the bath fixtures, both traditional and modern, along with a checkerboard tile design. Photograph from A1 Architects.
a round mirror is mounted to look as though leaning from the lip of the concret 19
Above: A round mirror is mounted to look as though leaning from the lip of the concrete wall. Photograph from A1 Architects.

Materials

for a pure, bright white paint, consider benjamin moore super white pm \1. it&a 20
Above: For a pure, bright white paint, consider Benjamin Moore Super White PM-1. It’s one of the paints featured in our post Architects’ 8 Favorite Pure White Paints. See Remodeling 101: How to Choose the Perfect White Paint for more ideas.
for a similar white square tile, the fireclay white wash tile in an 8 by 8 inch 21
Above: For a similar white square tile, the Fireclay White Wash Tile in an 8-by-8-inch size is $54 per square foot at Fireclay Tile.
for a similar butter yellow shade of floor tile, the fireclay tuolumne meadows  22
Above: For a similar butter yellow shade of floor tile, the Fireclay Tuolumne Meadows Tile in an 8-by-8-inch size is $54 per square foot at Fireclay Tile.

Faucets & Fixtures

the dornbracht tara single hole lavatory mixer (\2\230\289\2) is \$\1,\157.44 a 23
Above: The Dornbracht Tara Single Hole Lavatory Mixer (22302892) is $1,157.44 at Quality Bath.
the kingston brass victorian 30 inch wide ceramic console sink is an option for 24
Above: The Kingston Brass Victorian 30-Inch Wide Ceramic Console Sink is an option for a traditional console-mounted sink similar to the model pictured; $286.14 at Build.
for a similar bath faucet, the dornbracht tara wall mounted tub mixer (\25\1338 25
Above: For a similar bath faucet, the Dornbracht Tara Wall Mounted Tub Mixer (25133892) is $2,584.64 at Quality Bath.
the maax louie 58\29 freestanding soaker tub (\106384 000 00\1 000) is \$\1,936 26
Above: The Maax Louie 5829 Freestanding Soaker Tub (106384-000-001-000) is $1,936.90 at Quality Bath. For more options see our post 10 Easy Pieces: Modern Bathtubs.

Lighting & Accessories

the innermost pomelo mini pendant designed by stone designs is \$380 at lumens. 27
Above: The Innermost Pomelo Mini Pendant designed by Stone Designs is $380 at Lumens.
the white porcelain ceiling light with glass shade is €99.7\1 at zangra. 28
Above: The White Porcelain Ceiling Light with Glass Shade is €99.71 at Zangra.
the habitat round metal mirror in silver is £30. for more see our post \10 29
Above: The Habitat Round Metal Mirror in Silver is £30. For more see our post 10 Easy Pieces: Simple Round Mirrors.
the kingston brass maximilien towel rack is a simple towel rack (not a warmer)  30
Above: The Kingston Brass Maximilien Towel Rack is a simple towel rack (not a warmer) for $344.47 at Build. For a towel warmer, consider the Wesaunard Victorian 9 Towel Warmer for $1,671.60 at Quality Bath. For additional options see our posts 10 Easy Pieces: Hydronic Towel Warmers and 10 Easy Pieces: Electric Towel Warmers.
from old whaling co., a sea wool natural sponge is \$\14. 31
Above: From Old Whaling Co., a Sea Wool Natural Sponge is $14.

For more baths with ideas to co-opt, see our posts:

N.B.: This story originally ran on September 12, 2023 and has been updated.

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Frequently asked questions

Who designed the modernist bath in Prague, Czech Republic?

The modernist bath in Prague, Czech Republic was designed by A1 Architects.

What is the color scheme used in the modernist bath?

The color scheme in the modernist bath features pale yellow accents.

Can I replicate this look in my own bathroom?

Absolutely! You can steal this look and replicate the modernist bath in your own bathroom.

Where can I find more information about this modernist bath in Prague?

You can find more information about the modernist bath in Prague on the Remodelista website.

Is A1 Architects a renowned design firm?

Yes, A1 Architects is a well-known design firm known for their innovative and modern architectural designs.

Are there any other notable features in the modernist bath?

Apart from the pale yellow accents, the modernist bath also incorporates clean lines, minimalist design, and ample natural light.

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Ceramic Tile & Porcelain Tile

White Wash

$50.00 USD from Fireclay Tile
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Bathroom Faucets & Tub Fillers

Maax Louie 5829

$1,936.90 USD from Quality Bath

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