THE GUEST ARRIVAL SUITE: A STUDY IN COMPACT LUXURY

From '80s Floral to Streamlined Sophistication

In our home, the powder room isn’t tucked away in a quiet corner—it is the first interior space guests encounter when entering from the mudroom. It carries a heavy responsibility: it must be high-functioning for daily life, yet refined enough to serve as the home’s "opening statement."

The Floral Era
When we first took stewardship of the Ridge, this space was a time capsule of 1980s design choices. It featured a sliding gold-trim shower door, peel-and-stick flooring, and a persistent parade of blue floral wall tiles. As the only fully functional bathroom during our early restoration phases, it had to bide its time while we addressed more critical plumbing priorities across the 4,000-square-foot estate.

The 2023 Reclamation
By Fall 2023, the "memorable" floral era finally came to an end. Because the bedroom wing of the lodge features two additional tubs, we made the strategic decision to prioritize flow over traditional fixtures.
We replaced the cramped tub with a sleek, walk-in shower. This change allowed us to maximize the compact footprint, turning a once-awkward afterthought into a streamlined showpiece.
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The Welcome Surprise
What was once a room we hurried guests past is now a space of elegant utility. It stands as a testament to our philosophy at the Ridge: that even the smallest rooms deserve architectural discipline and a curated touch. It’s no longer just a bathroom; it’s a welcome surprise for anyone stepping in from the mountain air.

Update 2026...The Work Continues...While the Guest Arrival Suite is now a polished showpiece, the rhythm of restoration never stops at the Ridge. We are currently deep in the "underbelly" of Bathroom #3 of 4.
Rick is in the thick of the technical phase—waterproofing, tiling, and refining the plumbing—as we move one step closer to completing the full "Sanctuary Series" of the bedroom wing. It’s messy, it’s loud, and it’s exactly the kind of slow, intentional work that makes the final reveal so worth the wait.
Stay tuned for the next update from the Ridge.