Will a remodel damage my home's period character?

Not if the detailing is planned. We match profiles and proportions to the house and put the modern work where it belongs: waterproofing, plumbing and lighting.

Can a small Piedmont bathroom feel larger?

Usually, through door swing, glass instead of a curtain, a wall-hung vanity and fewer material changes across the floor.

Service area

Piedmont Bathroom Remodeling

California Bath & Design provides thoughtful bathroom remodeling for Piedmont's architecturally distinctive homes. Our renovations can preserve a property's character while introducing modern comfort, improved functionality, and a fresh new appearance.

Selected work

Selected bathroom design work

Primary bathroom with marble slab wall, stone soaking tub and oak double vanity — Primary Bathroom — California Contemporary

Walk-in shower with frameless glass, warm porcelain tile and teak bench — Walk-In Shower — Warm Minimalist

Powder room with deep navy walls, stone vanity and brushed gold sconces — Powder Room — Art Deco Influence

Guest bathroom with limewash walls, oak vanity and patterned mosaic floor — Guest Bathroom — Modern Organic

Where we work

Serving Piedmont, California

Our studio is at 8383 Wilshire Blvd Suite 800, Beverly Hills, CA 90211. We travel to Piedmont for consultations, measurements and site visits throughout the project.

Where it is

Alameda County, surrounded by Oakland

Homes we see here

Early-1900s Craftsman, Tudor and Mediterranean homes with strong original detail on compact lots.

Getting to you

Paired with Orinda and East Bay site visits.

Local highlights

What shapes a bathroom project in Piedmont

Character-preserving renovation

Original millwork, tile patterns and hardware profiles are documented before demolition so replacements match the house rather than the catalog.

Small footprints, careful planning

Compact period bathrooms reward millimeter-level planning: door swing, vanity depth and glass placement decide whether the room feels generous.

Design review awareness

Where exterior changes such as a new window or skylight are part of the scope, we identify review requirements early in planning.

Local considerations

Planning in Piedmont

Distinctive architecture often benefits from renovations that preserve original character.
Modern comfort and improved functionality are introduced without forcing a single style.
Reviewing HOA or design guidelines early prevents surprises during permitting.

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