A San Francisco Spanish Revival row house gained new life as its semi-basement was transformed into a primary suite. Once a maze of closets and a dim, cramped bath, the space was reimagined with light, flow, and architectural detail in mind.

With approval from a structural engineer, the layout was fully reconfigured to connect bedroom, bath, and closet. Arched doorways echoed the home’s original windows, while a built-in desk was carved from former closet space. Traditional mouldings and classic-yet-fresh fixtures tied the suite back to the rest of the house. Custom black cabinetry provided storage and, despite its depth of color, expanded the sense of space.

In the bathroom, a custom double vanity was designed like furniture, raised on legs to let the herringbone tile continue underneath. Through the arched doorway, the vanity frames a striking view and anchors the room with quiet elegance.