In addition to the sky-blue ceiling, we added a skylight over the shower. At certain times of year, the sun shines down right into the shower at midday; at other times, sunbeams are caught by the beveled glass in the medicine cabinet mirror and reflect rainbows on the walls (an unexpected delight!). We chose iridescent blue and green tiles and silver tiles to accent the white tiles on the floor of the shower, to suggest the feeling of light sparkling on water.

We also used nature details, including sea shells, two sea "stars" (starfish) hung in the "sky," and a decorative tile with two leaping dolphins that looks like it comes from an ancient ruin.

Overhead, our ventilation fan--a practical necessity--shines like the sun while at night, our night light illuminates a moon.

We also used nature details, including sea shells, two sea "stars" (starfish) hung in the blue "sky," and a decorative tile with two leaping dolphins that looks like it comes from an ancient ruin.

Every time we enter our bathroom, these details remind us that we are, indeed, a part of the whole of nature.

For more details, read the ebook...

Debra's Guide to Creating a Green Bathroom
A Case Study of Her Own Remodel
by Debra Lynn Dadd & Larry Redalia

Take a full-color photo tour of Debra's new green bathroom as she and her husband explain just how they did their do-it-yourself remodel. Learn how to choose green building products and materials for bathroom construction, save money on materials costs, and how to install a water-tight bathroom that will last for years.

A detailed Introduction discusses the problem of how a poorly installed bathroom can lead to water damage and hazardous mold growth, followed by chapters which cover the shower, plumbing and fixtures, vanity and medicine cabinet, light and ventilation, towels, storage, body care products, cleaning, and connecting the bathroom to nature. A complete directory of all the green products used on the project is included. 50 pages.