Designers Shine at Designer Bath

Succulent arrangement created by Laura Thomson

Last month we hosted our first “Designers Shine with Designer Bath” award party in our Beverly showroom. Designers were invited to submit photos of projects that they had completed using items from our showroom for review by a panel of judges, with the winning space to be photographed by Michael J. Lee Photography for one of our upcoming ads in Design New England Magazine. This was our first time running this contest, and we were pleased to receive photos of almost two dozen gorgeous spaces! Each space had unique qualities, but only one could be chosen. Leading up to the evenings announcement of the contest winner, submitting designers and invited guests mingled with our showroom staff plus representatives from a number of the quality lines represented in our 4,500 square foot showroom.    

Designer Bath President Ralph Sevinor with wife Debra

Jennifer Frost of Chive Events with designer Nancy Faye Glass

A delicious array of food was prepared and served by the charming women of Chive Events, who happen to be located right around the corner from us. Our menu had a tangerine tango theme to coordinate with the vibrant orange in our Designer Bath logo. A signature cocktail, the Tangerine Mint Spritzer, was a big hit with our full house of guests. A ginger peach cheesecake bite, offered for dessert, was indescribably delicious. Local craft brews, sustainably produced wines and fresh brewed ice tea were offered along with carbonated beverages from our Everpure Exubera sparkling water dispenser.

Ginger peach cheesecake bites from Chive Events

Julia Frost pouring Tangerine Mint Spritzers.

Designers Katherine Hawkins and Rosanne Palazola

with real estate agent Tina McManus of Bean Group

and Stacy Carpenter of Meadowview Construction.

Along with dramatic table centerpieces by Chive Events, the rest of the showroom was dressed with ocean-inspired flower arrangements and grass filled urns created by Laura Thomson Designs. 

Orchid filled cylinders topped with driftwood

by Laura Thomson Design

Designers Lynda Onthank and Sally Wilson

with showroom consultant Dale Gusman.

We enjoyed having many talented designers in attendance who have put together bath and kitchen design projects with the help of our expert showroom consultants. Seeing their photos of finished spaces is always so rewarding after a project, which can take quite awhile from pencil sketches to finishing touches, is finally considered compete. 

Design New England Magazines were available for all guests to take home and enjoy. The winning space of our design contest will be unveiled very soon in their September/October issue which will feature home renovations. This will be a great issue for our winning designer to be seen in ...

Winning designer Ian Mentasti of

Stephen Terhune Woodworking

Above is a sneak peek of the winning space. This master bath was designed by Ian Mentasti of Stephen Terhune Woodworking, a division of the design/build firm Carpenter & MacNeille. The custom detail of the submitted space really spoke to our judges when searching for one image that could represent the Designer Bath experience.

Designer Kristina Crestin of KC Studios with

showroom consultant Mindy Sevinor.

We will be sharing snapshots of the other entries in our first award contest in future posts on this blog. All of the spaces – from colorful kitchens to charming powder rooms – were great examples of what is possible when partnering with Designer Bath/Salem Plumbing Supply.  

Colleen Bertolino of Wenham Museum

with interior designer Lori Scholz.

From our showroom: consultants Michelle Ritchie,

Beezee Honan and Sharon Hunt 

Altmans representative Luis Ramirez with

Designer Bath Vice President Jason Sevinor

Of course no party is complete without a swag bag of goodies. Each of our guests received some of our favorite Designer Bath takeaways, along with information on new products being offered in our showroom. And everyone left with a Designer Bath spa robe of their very own, which put a smile on a lot of faces!

Submitting designers also received a small gift wrapped in a

make-up removing washcloth from Turkish Towel Company.

We would like to thank Bain Ultra, Dornbracht and Maax for sponsoring this special showroom event. If you are an interior designer, we invite you to consider Designer Bath as a resource for your next bath or kitchen design project. Check out our Shine page on our website for future designer related announcements, plus entry information for next years “Designers Shine with Designer Bath” contest. To see more photos from this years event, visit us on facebook.

In Our Showroom: Barbara Barry

The Counterpoint Collection by Barbara Barry on display at Designer Bath

Many of the collections we offer at Designer Bath are created by world-class designers. Recently we added the Kallista brand to our showroom. Kallista is a fashion-forward company that focuses on distinctive elegance and classic luxury in the bath, powder room and kitchen.

Designer Barbara Barry

Their impressive roster of designers includes award-winning designer Barbara Barry who is known for her sophisticated interpretation of modern glamour paired with timeless beauty and livability. 

Barry’s Counterpoint Vanity comes with a honed marble top designed to pair with an undercounter basin. The walnut base is available with a plain door or with starburst marquetry (currently on display in our Beverly showroom.) 

A medicine cabinet adorned with Barry’s signature starburst motif is also part of this 1930’s inspired collection. Rock crystal wall sconces (see showroom photo at top of post) add the finishing touch of designer sparkle.

Barry has designed four unique collections for Kallista. Each suite is superbly crafted with a distinct nod to glamour that will add charm and grace to any modern-day bath.

Take home huge savings now!

Click on image above to view our exclusive online sales flier filled with images from our showroom of specially reduced sale items. And don’t miss our once-a-year Home Improvement Yard Sale this Saturday, June 16th from 8am to 4pm (rain or shine) being held under a huge tent in our parking lot by the Beverly Depot on River Street. We will be joined by Lucia Lighting, Moynihan Lumber and Landry & Arcari who are all bringing shop-till-you-drop bargains!

Visit www.beverlyyardsale.com for more details!

Brands worth pinning ...

Whether you are planning the design of a new bath or just looking for pin-board inspiration, visit our product page and discover our collection of exclusive brands that will awaken your imagination.

To see items like these in real life, call our showroom to schedule an appointment with one of our design consultants (or schedule online) and begin the process of turning your pins into reality. 

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In the showroom with Mindy

Mindy Sevinor-Feinberg

Mindy’s grandfather, William Sevinor, opened the doors to Salem Plumbing Supply over 65 years ago. Today, she is an important member of the Designer Bath showroom consulting team (although she certainly grew up “in the business” with dad, Ralph, at the helm since she was a little one).

For the past few years, Mindy has applied her former skills as an elementary school teacher (she is extremely organized and explains complicated subject matter with ease) to help her customers make design decisions. I decided it was time to give Mindy a pop quiz ...

photo courtesy: Fairmont Designs

Shaker Style Open Shelf Vanity in Polar White

What are customers looking for today?

Customers seem to be asking for more transitional products in terms of style. I believe I am selling more vanities lately and customers often care for a furniture style look over the cabinet look. I think a great example of this is the Fairmont Designs Shaker Style Open Shelf Vanity.

The Hansa Cuisine Sink Mixer with ECO Control Cartridge

What are some brands that customers are taking home from the showroom lately?


IN THE KITCHEN: 

For kitchen faucets people seem to really appreciate the eco-feature that Hansa offers with the ECO Control Cartridge.

 Altmans on display at Designer Bath

FOR THE BATH: Altmans. Even though we have only had them for a short time, it appears there is something for everyone.

One of Mindy’s favorites from our showroom:

Bordeaux Vanity Marble Console from Stone Forest

What are some of your showroom favorites?

Bourdeaux Vanity Console by Stone Forest. I love the classic look that will never go out of style, plus it offers a large bowl that gives you plenty of function. People love it!

MTI also is picking up steam in terms of many great free standing tub styles and beautiful shower bases.

photo courtesy: Dornbracht

IMO Shower series

Dornbracht’s IMO shower series is really sleek looking, too.

photo courtesy: Robern

What is one of your favorite new items in the showroom and what do you like about it?


The Robern wall mount. I love that this is a great modern way to offer storage, it provides a receptacle plug, and the unit can be recessed. Aren’t we always looking for more storage? I have one in my home and I love it. It even comes with an optional 7" diameter magnifying mirror that can be attached to the inside of the door, which is very handy when applying make-up and for personal grooming.   

Julien Classic Collection Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink

The other item I love is the Julien kitchen sink with the offset drain. Customers love that it offers a larger work surface area with the right adjusted drain while offering more storage underneath the sink as your p trap/disposal is out of the way.

How do you help customers make decisions when there is so much to choose from?

I try to simplify the process as much as possible by breaking it down by room and stages for lack of a better word  (i.e. items that take up the most square footage – tubs, vanities, etc. first – fixtures after I get an idea for style and budget). I use my knowledge to guide them, keep the process simple and efficient, and help them to make the best decisions that suit their needs. Even though there are tons of choices, if we break it down to a tub, vanity, faucet, etc. it’s easy to lead them in the right direction after listening to their needs and desires.

How do you help customers work within a budget?

I try to provide a good, better, best option in terms of pricing. I also give them information as to why one product may be more then another and what benefits they would get. Typically there is a reason why one product is more expensive then another beyond design. By giving them the benefits it helps them to decide if that is value added. 

What do you like most about your position?

Working with wonderful clients that share a piece of their lives with us, as well as having the opportunity to work with my family (dad Ralph, brother Jason, and aunt Dale).

Mindy, Lyla and Jared 

When not in the showroom, Mindy enjoys time with her husband, Jared, and their young daughter, Lyla. She loves to travel and volunteers internationally. Mindy is a fan of online decorating resource sites Houzz and Pinterest. Stop by and say hello to her the next time you visit Designer Bath, or set up an appointment to go over the details of your next project.

Show us your Designer Bath

My Designer Bath by Yvonne Blacker, Design Vignettes

Is there a bathroom in your home in need of updating, but you are just in the “wish list” stage? Are you tired of looking at dated tile from the ’50s or His & Hers avocado sink basins? Are you constantly pinning vintage tubs to your mood boards on Pinterest? If you could design a bath to reflect your personal vision today, what would it look like? We would love to see which items from our showroom would be your top picks for a new bath. Would you include a steam shower? A touchless faucet? A classic marble vanity? We want to know!

Post your design favorites and be entered

to win a Designer Bath spa robe*

Take a look at our list of products on our website or stop by our Beverly showroom for a tour with one of our design consultants. Leave a comment on our blog and share your favorites. And if you have a blog of your own, post a design board – or product photos – that tell the story of the bath of your dreams. Feel free to grab other items that you find online such as fabric swatches, unique accessories and art to complete your space. We would love to share your vision on our blog with readers who are imagining a sparkly new powder room, a luxurious spa retreat, or a bath fit for today’s modern family. Be sure to let us know about your post so we can link to your blog and enter you in our drawing. Happy designing : )


*winning name will be drawn using Random.org on March 30th.

What design pros like ...

Designer Joyce Jordan recently visited our Beverly showroom and chose this

Victoria & Albert freestanding York tub as one of her “Designer Favorites.”

Along with serving homeowners at our Designer Bath showroom, we also work with a lot of industry professionals. Builders, architects, contractors and designers all count on our showroom consultants to ensure that no detail is overlooked when it comes to the completion of their construction projects. Behind every pretty fixture there are codes and specifications to be met. Our knowledgeable team answers these kinds of design questions every day. They really know their stuff! They also get to see what the latest and greatest in kitchen and bath fixtures are as new lines are introduced to our product offerings. We are currently making room to showcase fixtures from Kallista and Brizo, and most recently we added innovative collections from Zucchetti. 

Seeing products in person really helps our customers – homeowners and designers alike – to visualize more than just how a fixture will look in a design plan, but to also experience how it feels. From being able to compare a variety of faucet handles to witnessing a steam shower demonstration, the Designer Bath showroom offers visual and tactile information along with expert customer service to enable informed decisions. Stop by and experience the Designer Bath difference today. If you discover some showroom favorites of your own, let us know! We’d love to share them on our blog and website. 

The M Collection wall mount vanity from WetStyle was chosen as her

“Designer Favorite” by Sandra Biondo, professional home stager/designer.

Designer Patricia Finn of Finn-Martens Design created this spa retreat for the

Wenham Museum’s North Shore Design Show: Favorite Spaces in May of 2011

by incorporating a few of her “Designer Favorite” items from our showroom. 

from Northshore Magazine: March/April 2012 Home section

photo credit: Eric Roth

Silva Brothers Construction and Bilo Plumbing & Heating both
get credit for this residential kitchen renovation that features a
Rohl Perrin & Rowe bridge faucet from Salem Plumbing Supply.

from Boston Builder + Architect Magazine 

photo credit: Greg Premru

DESIGNERS: enter our Shine Contest and you could
see your design favorites in one of our upcoming ads!


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