Marble, Marble and More Marble

This is one of my favorite projects! We started out having to shrink the size of the tub to 60in. In order for the tub to have enough clearance between the window and the tub,we had to make the tub deck as small as possible. In order to dress it up I fabricated a marble base board. It looked so good, the client and I decided to extend it around the entire room. Then we wrapped it around the water closet and shower doors. Then around the entry doors. Finally we said lets finish it right and went around the PC Glass block window!

Custom Bookcases

These custom bookcases were built into the wall cavity, extending into the room 6 inches instead of the usual 12 inches. The crown molding is unpainted because it is no longer a stock item. It was custom milled to match the existing molding, by New Orleans Custom Millworks.

Unique Uptown Tub Enclosure

Working within the original footprint of the bathroom, new tile was installed on the floor and
walls. The original bathtub was re-glazed. The bright white subway tile with a cap was placed at 42" around the entire bathroom. Notice the placement at the window sill.


As you can see from the right and left views of the tub enclosure, glass tile can be used in many
innovative ways. Designed by Stafford Tile and Stone, the glass tile updates what would have been a typical Uptown Shotgun bathroom remodel.

Look What We Found!

Now available in New Orleans--traditional sidewalk encaustic number and letter tiles.

Fun Ideas for Tile

If you enjoy collecting tiles, here is an easy and
fun way to display them outside. Use Loctite,
Instant Grab Adhesive. If you move away the
tiles can be removed without damage.

Lovely Lime Stone Master Bath

Close up of basket weave glass tile. The lime stone tiles are custom cut and beveled. The glass mosaic is manufactured to have a rustic appearance once installed.

Lime stone floor 6 x 12 offset pattern.

Close up of master bath tub surround tiled in San Sebastian lime stone. Custom cut from 12 x 12 tiles into 6 x 12 tiles, set in an off set pattern. The tile was purchased from Stafford Tile and Stone.

Here I am in the mirror photographing the master bathroom sink and vanity.

Full view of the basket weave decorative inset.

"It Looks Like a Magazine" The highest compliment a 17 year old can give.

Restoration Hardware medicine cabinet and accessories help give the bathroom its early 20th century feel.

One way to economize on a bathroom is to use a less expensive fixture, but upgrade the hardware. The toilet is from The Home Depot, but the flush handle is a custom chrome plated porcelain one that says "Press".

This bath was designed by GS Hewitt LLC. It is 5 1/2' by 8' and illustrates that even a small
bathroom can be lovely. A slipper tub, that can be converted easily to include a shower, is placed on 12 x 12 Venitino marble tiles. The marble was installed over a radiant heating floor mat. It keeps your feet nice and warm on cold winter days. Restoration Hardware accessories and The Home Depot sink and toilet blend seamlessly to create a charming vintage space. Notice the use of individual pieces of bead board, not the often used plywood variety. Bead board was commonly used in older New Orleans homes.



You have to see this sky light to believe it. Since this bathroom was so small it was decided to forgo a window and instead put in a skylight. We went GREEN. We purchased a tubular
mirrored skylight from Natural Light Energy Systems. Not only do you have natural light during the day this one was upgraded to include an integrated ventilation fan and ceiling light. If you are interested in this feature please send us an email.

GS Hewitt LLC's Portfolio

Welcome to our page. This blog contains photographs of projects, past and present. These photographs provide a small sample of what our company is able to do for your home.