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VANITIES, BATHS AND SHOWERS—KNOW YOUR OPTIONS.B Y S U S A N S T R A U S S
ײ¬®±¼«½¬·±²It’s amazing how many things change over the course of history—and yet the
world is the natural beauty that Hashem created—mah rabu ma’asecha!
Today, everything can be made synthetically, from building materials to accent
pieces to furnishings. Sometimes the synthetics are actually more durable or
usable than their natural counterpart. And of course, the best synthetics are
the ones that mimic nature most closely. But still now—if someone can afford it
and desires real beauty—they always go back to those materials that man can’t
make: gold, silver, natural wood and stone.
It’s ironic that those very resources that the Earth yields naturally have become
the rarest and most prized of building materials, but despite the prevalence
and quality of synthetics, the magic of Hashem’s creation is something that will
always touch our souls in a profound way. As a famous American poet once
said, “I declare this world is so beautiful that I can hardly believe it exists.”
A homeowner may choose many, or just one aspect of the home to endow
countertop. Whatever natural elements you welcome into your home will
enhance your living space and bring a sense of peacefulness and balance to
your surroundings.
I am grateful to the help from Home & Stone in contributing to this feature
their vast knowledge on tub and shower systems, as well as bathroom vanities.
I would also like to thank the owners of Home Tyles for their fascinating explo-
Sincerely yours,
Yitzchok Wagschal
Editor-in-Chief
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BATHROOMS VS . POWDER ROOMSThe powder room, also known as a half-bath, is
often located close to the entrance of the home. It’s the
one bathroom in the house that makes the biggest im-
pression, because all manner of guests will be using it.
doesn’t have to be as practical as the other bathrooms.
Unlike a full bathroom—where moisture and humidity
generated by the bath/shower can hold up design
elements- creativity can get free reign in a powder
paneling to wallpaper.
In a full bathroom where water is prevalent, it’s imper-
mat should be utilized to prevent dangerous slips.
Many people lean toward white tile in a bathroom,
but one thing to keep in mind is that white shows more
dirt than any other color. Even a single hair can be un-
sightly, and therefore will require constant cleaning. The
same consideration holds true for grout—a light-col-
ored tile will generally have a light-colored grout, and
will need maintenance to ensure it doesn’t become
dirty or discolored.
In contemporary master bathrooms it is common to
install two toilets. Sometimes a homeowner will even
opt for two full baths within the master bathroom space.
VANIT IES
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ed. For someone looking to maximize storage, the best
give more space than cabinet doors, as drawers take
advantage of the entire height from bottom to top for
storage.
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highlights of this chrome accented vanity unit by Susan Strauss Design.
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Wall-mounted vanities lend the space a more mod-
ern look. Those who want the wall-mounted aesthetic
effect, should clarify this at the beginning of the ren-
ovation process. The wall needs to be reinforced with
extra support, and the plumber needs the information
to install the appropriate connections in the wall.
consideration is whether to choose a faucet and han-
dles mounted on the wall or on the vanity. This is really
up to the client’s preference. Again, for wall-mounted,
the plumber needs to know in advance before the
drywall is put into place.
Then, a single-hole or triple-hole faucet must be
chosen. With a single hole, the lever that mixes hot
and cold will be attached to the faucet itself. Home-
owners should clarify for themselves if such an option
may present problems with inadvertently activating the
hot water on Shabbos. A faucet with three holes will
have separate hot and cold water handles beside the
faucet.
There are several kinds of sinks to choose from. A
drop-in sink means that the lip of the sink rests above
the edge of the vanity countertop. An undermount
sink sits beneath the edge of the countertop. A vessel
sink is a basin that sits alone directly on top of the
counter.
An undermount sink is the most functional of these
options as it is the easiest to maintain and keep clean.
into the sink. With a drop-in sink, on the other hand,
dirt may accumulate along the seam between the lip
of the sink and the countertop. With a vessel sink, one
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glamorous bathroom by Ferris Rafauli.
needs to clean around and underneath the sink.
Other potential downsides to a vessel sink is that
it brings the sink to a higher height, which may be
inconvenient, and that it’s representative of a trend
that may eventually go out of style.
The most popular kind of sinks today are inte-
grated. They are seamless: There is no gap between
the other. It’s a sleek look, with edges that are usually
sharp and modern-looking, and there are few seams
or corners to harbor dirt and grime.
TUB STYLESAs with a sink, bathtubs can be drop-in, under-
mount or free-standing. Drop-in and undermount tubs
are installed into a surround, whether that’s stone tile,
porcelain or another material. They can also be placed
in an alcove, where the tub is surrounded by walls on
three sides.
A free-standing tub stands apart from any walls or
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stone surrounds. The tub itself will be more expensive
than the other types, but once the cost of a surround
is factored in, it amounts to around the same or less.
All tub styles come with the option of an air
system. This means there are small holes in the sides
of the tub where air is forcefully blown through. This
makes a therapeutic and relaxing bubble effect inside
the tub.
With drop-in and undermount tubs—but not
free-standing tubs—there is the option of a whirlpool
system. This is a water-based jet massage, where the
system sucks water out of the tub and then forces it
back in through jets. It yields a harder and more direct
massage.
Drop-in, undermount and alcove tubs are made
in either acrylic or cast iron. Cast iron tubs are layered
with enamel. They are a much more solid, authen-
tic-feeling material than acrylic. Acrylic is a high-grade
Acrylic is not porous and need only be cleaned with
soap and water. Cast iron is porous, which means that
grime can get into the skin of the tub and tends to
need a more abrasive cleaning.
Free-standing tubs are often made with a matte
surface called “solid surface.” This is a manmade
stone, and depending on the blend can be in the
medium to expensive range. The least expensive
material available for a free-standing tub is acrylic.
SHOWER SYSTEMSWhen it comes to picking the perfect shower,
basic shower has a “regular” or multi-function shower
head coming from the wall. This is designed to spray
water under pressure by forcing it through a small
area—ideal for a quick, everyday shower.
Handheld shower heads are very popular. They
give a wider range of showering options, including
use for kids or for older people who prefer to shower
using a bench. They can also be used to easily clean
or a slidebar. A slidebar gives the option of sliding the
shower head up and down on the wall and leaving
the hook at that position. This can be ideal for kids so
perfect height.
in the ceiling, it can be recessed for a sleek, mod-
ern look. Rain heads can also project from the wall.
The rain head is usually large, and the water rains
down, giving a relaxing feeling. A rain head is usually
installed in conjunction with a regular head.
Other add-on systems for relaxation are waterfalls
wide stream of water to fall down on the body. Body
sprays, which are increasing in popularity, basically
bring the concept of the whirlpool to a shower, with
jets that project water outward.
Add a thermostatic system for the perfect shower
experience. This places a control inside the shower
that mixes the hot and cold in just the right propor-
tion so it gets to the exact temperature you set it to.
Lastly, the homeowner can consider bringing
the spa into the home by installing a steam unit. The
steam head generates steam inside the shower. In
this case, the shower will be closed up to the ceiling
Steam showers are very relaxing, and aromatherapy
can also be added to enhance the spa effect.
Linear drains are very popular in showers today.
These are long drains that run at the edge of the
aesthetics, linear drains help prevent the pooling of
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drain.
CONCLUS IONWhen it comes to vanities, baths and showers,
don’t limit yourself to what you’ve seen elsewhere or
what you’ve always had in the past. Use your imagi-
nation and creativity to envision your ideal bathroom
environment, and consult with a bathroom design
specialist to optimize your experience using the pletho-
ra of technology available today.
I would like to thank Adina Golomb of Home &
Stone for lending her knowledge and expertise to
enhance this article.
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baruch Hashem. Our Design Assistant, someone
who is there for every member of the team, at all
times, with a smile, got engaged. The entire staff is
thrilled to celebrate this simcha with her.
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One of our wonderful designers, Ricky, has been
working on a large, upscale guest house in Texas.
Remote design is always a challenge. To ensure proj-
ect quality and to maintain our policy of meeting and
exceeding client expectations, multiple site trips are
necessary.
This client in particular had an added challenge. The
deadline on completing the space was extremely tight
due to the client’s entertainment schedule. The project
been installed; every art piece had been hung and
every decorative accent delivered. Now—it was photo
shoot time.
We commissioned a talented architectural photog-
multiple FaceTime calls. Each throw blanket and
pillow was arranged just so. When all was ready, the
photographer captured all aspects of the stunning
design with beautiful images. Updating our portfolio
with new photos is key to keeping our platforms fresh
and exciting.
Susan Strauss Design is well established as a leading
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S U S A N S T R A U S S
T I M E L E S S S T O N E
In most cases, when you step on
object that came into existence at the
beginning of Creation. Blocks of stone
have been mined as building material
from quarries since the dawn of civiliza-
tion, and many surviving stone buildings
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old. To appreciate the longevity
of stone construction, just look at
the impressive Greek and Roman
The oldest standing stone struc-
ture in the world is Djoser’s Step
Pyramid, believed to have been
built over 4,500 years ago.
of large stone slabs, but there
is evidence the Greeks were
early as 3,000 years ago. These
were made by placing hundreds
of small, rounded stones into a
mortar bed to form an image.
pieces of colorful stone tile.
Before the Greeks, mosaic
Mesopotamia (Bavel) and became
popular in the Middle East. Many
archaeological sites in Israel,
including Herod’s palace and an-
cient synagogues, feature mosaic
The Romans elevated the art
heights of innovation. Masterful
Roman architects designed a se-
heating system. Raising large tiles
with wooden joists to create a gap
underneath, a burning furnace
was placed at one end of the gap
and a vent at the other to draw
the warm air across the bottom of
wealthy homes for hundreds of
years.
Q U A R R Y I N G Stone quarries are found all
of stone include Italy, Greece,
Spain, India, China, the United
States and Brazil. In those places,
people who have been quarrying
stone for generations work with
precision, passion and devotion
to their craft. They are among the
world’s last true artisans, and their
pride and heritage run as deep as
the stone they quarry.
stone is to cut giant blocks out
of the earth with diamond-stud-
ded, high-speed equipment. This
diamond-wire cutting system
has revolutionized the extraction
process; a once laborious and
time-consuming manual task.
Due to the natural sourcing of
the stone, it’s impossible to know
the material’s exact quality while
it’s still in the ground. Once blocks
have been cut out of each section
of the quarry, they are separated
letter, like A, B, C, etc. The blocks
of stone are then moved to a pro-
cessing plant where they are cut
into slabs using high-speed gang
saws. It takes about two days for
a gang saw to completely cut a
20-ton block of stone!
The slabs are then sent
through a polishing machine that
can produce several different
slab is also calibrated, meaning
its surface is worked down to a
relatively uniform thickness across
the length of the material.
A point of pride for us at
Home Tyles is that our staff is
highly trained and very knowl-
edgeable in natural stone.
Through the years, they have
created great relationships direct-
ly with stone quarries all over the
world. This assures we will receive
a great product, service and ulti-
mately the best prices.
Our trained staff travels to
the quarries and goes through
the selection process, monitoring
the production to ensure the best
quality in stone, whereas some
companies without our longstand-
ing relationships might not have
that kind of access.
W A T E R J E T B E A U T Y
Finally, at the fabricator’s
facility, the slab is customized for
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shaped and polished with a series
of small, diamond-studded saws.
By using a special, precision cut-
ting tool called a water jet, stone
and designs.
Our design team at Home
Tyles will help our clients create
beautiful, custom patterns using
combined with glass and metals.
The precision of water jets is
needed when creating detailed
patterns that are curved and
extremely intricate. It allows us
to create all shapes and sizes,
designing the most spectacular
patterns in order to bring our
clients’ vision to life.
T Y P E S O F S T O N E S A N D F I N I S H E S
Natural stone is a unique
product that comes in the most
exquisite range of colors and
textures as diverse as marble,
travertine, limestone and granite.
Each type of natural stone comes
in a plethora of varieties with
their own characteristics of color
and hue. Each is mined from a
different mountain around the
world, and will bring any home to
life with its natural beauty.
Despite the extraordinary
beauty of marble, it will need all
your tender love and care in main-
taining its beauty, as its porous
nature can easily absorb stains.
It is essential to seal the stone to
prevent staining and maintain its
natural beauty.
part of its personality. Marble is
often polished to a high sheen
that shows off its subtle beauty,
honed texture, which is smooth
but soft.
With advanced technology,
example, creates a smooth but
slight wave that keeps it still
and easy to maintain. It beauti-
fully highlights the stone’s natural
variations.
hammered, sandblasted, tumbled
outdoor and guaranteed not to
be slippery.
S T O N E F L O O R I N G I N T H E M O D E R N H O M E
Natural stone is a strong
exudes a rich, organic feeling of
timeless presence in any room.
the province of the wealthy and
powerful. Today, advances in
the stone industry’s equipment
technology have greatly impacted
the process of extracting stone
from the quarry and installing it
in a home. Modern tools can ac-
complish this with such speed and
is accessible to all and is beloved
for its durability, personality and
aesthetics.
Besides for its incomparable
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your home. It will almost always
increase your home’s resale value,
which is an important consider-
ation when making your choice.
It is durable, and when properly
installed and maintained, can re-
tain a look of beauty and majesty
for decades without needing to
be replaced.
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Stone is one of the most con-
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able. That means that it pairs very
well with radiant below-surface
heating systems, allowing you to
create a luxurious installation that
actually toasts your toes when it is
walked upon!
While natural stone brings the
utmost beauty to your home, with
its unique colors and veins, it does
require maintenance and tends to
be more costly. This is why some
clients might choose porcelain
tile and slab instead. It is for that
reason the porcelain industry has
greatly advanced in recent years,
using technology to fabricate ex-
act replicas of natural stone. Por-
celain is a great option for those
seeking maintenance-free and less
costly materials, while maintaining
that extravagant natural look.
Porcelain tiles are made from
extremely high temperatures. The
resulting tiles are much harder,
denser and less porous than natu-
ral stone. They are impervious to
staining and are more impact-re-
sistant. They are also available in
larger sizes than natural stone,
which can help visually to give the
room added dimension.
Porcelain tiles are produced to
exacting standards in controlled
manufacturing plants, ensuring
quality, consistency and uniform
sizing, while virtually eliminating
defects. And unlike many types
of stone, porcelain tiles can be
installed indoors or out.
By far the most popular faux-
stone porcelain tiles are ones
that mimic marble, as the endless
beauty of marble and its unique
look are what’s most desirable—
but the natural stone needs main-
tenance, where porcelain doesn’t
need any in order to retain that
natural beauty.
With every new porcelain
product that Home Tyles produces
for its stock, the staff consults with
top designers and decorators for
their input as they tweak and cus-
tomize the design to ensure the
product looks its best, and will be
as desirable as any natural stone
would be.
T H E H O M E T Y L E S D I F F E R E N C E
In recent years, the decorative
tile industry has undergone a
transformation in terms of pro-
cesses, styles and creativity. Lega-
cy natural stone and tile establish-
ments have had to try to convert
their businesses to match the
preferences and techniques of a
new, younger generation of home
designers. Home Tyles is founded
and run by an energetic team of
young professionals who love
what they do. This energy and
positive atmosphere permeates
the quality of our work and our
relationship with our clients. From
our top-quality products—offering
the widest variety of styles and
variations—to educating the con-
sumer about the very best option
for their needs—our clients know
we take pride in the quality of our
customer service.
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Ôouis Isadore Kahn was born Itche Leib Schmuilo-
wsky in 1901 to a poor family among the small
Jewish population of Estonia, then part of the
Russian Empire. His family emigrated to the United States
in 1906 out of fear his father would be mobilized during
the Russo-Japanese War, and they changed their last name
several years later.
Kahn was an artistic child and loved drawing and music.
In 1924 he completed his degree in architecture at the
University of Pennsylvania. Early on, he became especial-
ly interested in the design of medieval walled cities and
his career as a designer of the standard International Style,
a variation on Modern architecture that prizes functionality
and clean lines of glass, brick or cement and rejects orna-
ment and color.
Kahn’s career developed slowly. He was a deliberate
didn’t come into his own distinct architectural style until he
far fewer built than Wright, many of his completed build-
ings are considered masterpieces in the world of architec-
ture, including the Salk Institute in La Jolla, California, Yale
Center for British Art in New Haven, the Indian Institute of
Management in Ahmedabad, India and the capitol build-
ings in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Kahn designed somber, poetic buildings of stone and
steel, wood and glass. They rise up from the ground like
harsh except for their exquisite proportions and beautiful
sense of light and space. Kahn’s designs integrated light,
shadow, texture and color in a way that seemed as if they
were destined to be the way Kahn created them, as if it
were a natural, organic process. He used materials and
movements of the sun to give his projects character and
make them feel as if they were a part of nature.
The typical Modernist style popular in his day called
for boxy buildings of glass and steel. Louis Kahn led his
generation away from that model and was admired as one
of the world’s top architects for his ability to take a feeling
and translate it into an architectural masterpiece. He spent
much time trying to make his works emotionally resonant
to those around him, which is why he preferred to design
museums, religious structures and civic buildings. Few
commercial clients had the patience to cope with Kahn’s
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slow pace, though, and he built mainly institutional and
public buildings.
T H E C H U R V A S H U LFollowing the liberation of during the Six
Day War, public opinion supported rebuilding the historic
shul in the Old City known as the Churva (Ruin). Originally
built by the followers of a darshan nicknamed Yehudah
Hachasid, who moved from Lithuania to Eretz Yisrael in
1700, the shul was destroyed in 1720 by Arabs angry
that the Jews had not paid back their debts. In 1815, Rav
Menachem Mendel of Shklov and his followers began
petitioning the Ottoman government for permission to re-
build, but they didn’t succeed until 1836, when construc-
tion began on a small shul next to the ruin. It was only in
1864 that a new, grand synagogue was built on the site of
the original ruin. It was considered the most beautiful and
important shul in all of Eretz Yisrael. It stood until 1948,
when the Jordanian Arab Legion blew it up….
There were two schools of thought about how to re-
build the Churva Shul. One group held it should be recon-
structed in the Ottoman style, just as it had looked before.
Others wanted it to become a work of modern architec-
ture. A descendant of one of the original associates of Rav
Menachem Mendel of Shklov spearheaded the reconstruc-
tion campaign and got in touch with Louis Kahn.
Kahn invested great effort into the project and pro-
posed a complex design where the original ruins would
be enclosed in a memorial garden with a new shul on an
adjacent lot, and a promenade leading to the Kosel. The
shul would be bounded by 16 piers covered in Jerusalem
stone, cut in blocks of the same proportions and coarse
Kosel. In the bases of the four corners of the
two-story, 39-foot-high structure delineated by the piers,
there would be small alcoves for daily , with larger
spaces on the interior for Shabbos.
Jerusalem mayor Teddy Kollek was against the design.
Kahn’s model was displayed in the Israel Museum, but his
plan was shelved when he died in 1974. The design was
much praised, with one noted architect dubbing it “the
greatest of the unbuilt.”
In 2000, the Israeli government approved the rebuilding
of the shul in its original 19th-century style, and the beau-
ceremony with Israeli politicians and the chief rabbis.
Previous: Phillips Exeter Academy Library, New Hampshire.
Left: The Indian Institute Management, Ahmedabad
Upper right: The Kimbell Art Museum is located in the cultural district and host
European Old Masters and traveling art exhibitions in Ft Worth, Texas
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Should wallpaper seams be seen on walls? It depends on the kind of wallpaper. In some handcrafted lines, like grass cloth wallpaper, the seams are meant to be visible and add character and authenticity.
What length should my vanity be? If there is a toilet on the same wall, subtract 36 inches. Then you can use whatever is left for the vanity.
Is furniture meant to be on or off a rug? this question—it depends on your
taste. I prefer when parts of the furniture are on the rug.
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