Norwalk, CT & Fairfield County
Completed master bathroom expansion with custom walk-in shower by Task and Build
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Bathroom Remodel Case Study

Master Bathroom Expansion
& Custom Walk-In Closet

A complete renovation, from demolition and framing through tile, cabinetry, and final finish work.

Before & After

The Transformation

A small, dated bathroom became a larger, modern master bath - while part of the master bedroom was repurposed into a brand-new custom walk-in closet.

Original small, dated bathroom before remodelBEFORE: Dated Bathroom

Small & Dated Layout

A tight footprint with outdated fixtures, limited storage, and a layout that wasn't making good use of the available space.

Completed modern master bathroom expansion with walk-in shower and custom tileAFTER: Modern Master Bath

Bright, Open & Functional

A larger master bath with a modern walk-in shower, double vanity, upgraded lighting, custom tile, and a brand-new custom walk-in closet.

Project Overview

About This Project

This project took a small, dated bathroom and completely transformed it into a larger, modern master bath, while using part of the master bedroom to build a brand-new custom walk-in closet. The goal was to make much better use of the space the homeowner already had, and to deliver a room that feels bright, open, and built to last.

As with every job of this size, Task and Build ran the project from start to finish as the homeowner's single point of contact, self-performing the building, tile, and finish work and coordinating the specialized trades for the trade portions.

Full Renovation Sequence

The Process, Step by Step

Here's how the full renovation came together, in order:

  1. 01Demolition & Site Prep

    Removed the existing finishes, fixtures, walls, and outdated components, then cleaned and opened up the space for the new layout.

  2. 02Framing & New Layout

    Framed a new wall layout to enlarge the bathroom and carve out space for the walk-in closet.

  3. 03Plumbing Rough-In

    New rough-ins were run and the hot and cold water lines, drain, and waste connections were relocated for the new vanity, shower, and toilet.

  4. 04Electrical Rough-In

    New wiring, switches, outlets, and lighting locations were run, including the recessed ceiling and vanity lighting.

  5. 05Heating Adjustment

    Relocated and modified the existing baseboard heating to fit the new layout.

  6. 06Shower Construction & Waterproofing

    Built the new shower area, including the shower base, waterproofing system, and drainage, all prepared for tile.

  7. 07Tile

    Set new wall and floor tile throughout the bathroom and shower, along with custom recessed niches.

  8. 08Drywall & Finishing

    Hung, taped, finished, sanded, primed, and painted new drywall.

  9. 09Vanity, Sinks & Toilet

    Installed the new double vanity, sinks, faucets, and toilet, with the plumbing connections completed.

  10. 10Frameless Glass Enclosure

    Installed a new frameless glass shower enclosure with sliding doors.

  11. 11Mirrors, Hardware & Fixtures

    Set the mirrors, bathroom hardware, and fixtures, completing the final connections.

  12. 12Final Finish Work

    Final painting, caulking, adjustments, testing, and detailing.

  13. 13Custom Walk-In Closet

    Built the closet from the framing up: shelving, cabinetry, drawers, hanging rods, shoe storage, and organizational components.

  14. 14New Door & Opening

    Finished a new door and opening between the remodeled bedroom and bathroom.

Work in Progress

Photos of the Process

Mid-project shots showing the demolition, open subfloor, rough mechanicals, and custom wall framing that turned part of the bedroom into the new walk-in closet and expanded master bath.

Demolition, site prep, subfloor exposure, and plumbing rough layoutStep 1: Demo & Prep

Demolition & Rough Layout

Old walls, tub, and finishes removed down to the studs, exposing plumbing lines and framing for the expanded layout.

New wall framing partitioning bedroom space into walk-in closet and expanded master bathStep 2: Framing In Progress

Framing the Walk-In Closet

Framing out new partition walls, pocket door pocket, and dividing the master bedroom into dedicated closet and bath spaces.

Floor-to-ceiling stud framing and doorway header alignmentStep 2: Structural Framing

Structural Stud Framing

True and plumb floor-to-ceiling framing creating solid backing for drywall, electrical runs, and custom closet built-ins.

Final Outcome

The Result

The finished result was a brighter, more spacious, and more functional master bathroom, with a modern walk-in shower, a double vanity, upgraded lighting, custom finishes, and a completely new walk-in closet that made far better use of the available space. A complete renovation, handled from demolition and rough construction all the way through tile, cabinetry, glass, painting, and final finish work.

Completed master bathroom expansion with double vanity, walk-in glass shower, and chevron tileMaster Bath

Completed Master Bath

Spacious layout with double vanity, frameless shower, and chevron tile flooring.

Sliding glass door shower with custom tile recessed nicheWalk-In Shower

Sliding Glass Shower

Frameless sliding glass enclosure, marble-style surround, and recessed shampoo niche.

Double vanity with marble countertop, dual mirrors, and brushed nickel fixturesDouble Vanity

Double Vanity & Fixtures

Dual undermount sinks, marble countertop, rounded-corner chrome mirrors, and bar sconces.

Custom built-in walk-in closet with cabinetry, shelving, shoe storage, and drawersWalk-In Closet

Custom Built-In Closet

Floor-to-ceiling organization, integrated drawers, multi-tier hanging rods, and shoe shelving.

Case Study Summary

Project at a Glance

Location: Fairfield County, CT
Type: Full bathroom renovation with custom walk-in closet
Built on site: Demolition, framing, shower construction and waterproofing, tile, drywall and finishing, custom closet build-out, glass and fixture installation, painting, and finish work
Coordinated trades: Specialized trades coordinated as needed

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