Beach-House Bath on a Budget

Andrew Ring didn't buy a second home in Montauk, N.Y., to make work for himself. He bought it to be near the sand and surf of the gorgeous local beaches. But with the sun and fun came regular waves of guests, and it didn't take long for Andy to realize that the old bathroom couldn't keep up. The tub was leaky, the ventilation and natural light were insufficient, and frankly, the fixtures and finishes looked terrible. A cabinet and furniture maker by trade, Ring challenged himself to design and build a new bathroom that reflected his fondness for Japanese spas without their intrinsic costs. The result is an open, sunlit bath with a stunning blend of off-the-shelf fixtures, eBay purchases, and custom details. Dressed in mahogany and marble, the remodel cost less than $10,000.

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