1 This overall shoot of my master bathroom gives you a peek at my storage and organization ideas.
2 A closer look at my medicine cabinet...what's inside?
3 Come on in.
4 Everything has its place, from skin care product to grooming. Each shelf was measured to fit my needs and that maximized space.
5 In my guest bathroom, same ideas, but I also added products that I think any guest would need. It's all right within reach.
6 If my guests forget anything, it's all right here.
7 The other side of the sink in the master bathroom houses more of my everyday essentials.
8 Installing shelving underneath the sink made a huge storage difference.
9 I love the openness of the shelves and have no problem seeing useful items. I do, however, coral them in clear jars.
10 Clear jars are a great way to store items and see what you have (and need).
11 Even everyday items look fantastic.
12 Organizing everyday items in silver cups is also a most elegant option. I adore my monogrammed ones.
13 In my guest bathrooms, I offer hand towels on a tray to keep them neat.
14 I replaced all of my towel bars with discreet hooks with rubber grips (vipp.com). It felt more streamlined.
15 And looks great.
16 Even for my robe.
17 Another view.
18 Toilet paper is cleverly stored in its own compartment.
19 And what was probably a magazine rack is just another place to keep items handy.
20 In my guest bathroom, I keep sponges and brushes organized in containers.
21 I also do this in my bathroom, especially with bath salts.
22 I love the way it looks.
Have you seen the July 2010 issue of Martha Stewart Living? If not, run out and buy one. It's a great start to the summer, with the headline Amazing America: Local Inspiration, Regional Specialities, and National Treasures.
This month, my column is all about how I transformed my bathroom from a standard white box into an inviting oasis without sacrificing space and style. I also applied some of these tricks to my guest bathrooms (friends should have an inviting oasis to see, too).
Today's post starts a series of behind the scenes bathroom shots and I begin with storage and organization; two things near and dear to me. While the ideas were small, they were big-impact adjustments that made a huge difference.
Adding an under-sink shelf added storage and created a practical solution (I had no built-in storage). And, I streamlined the look by removing all towel bars, replacing them with hooks, and organized everyday items in clear jars (better to see what I have and need) or silver cups. I was able to maximize my space and create a more personalized experience.
Now, everything has its place in my master bathroom and guests feel at home (and want for nothing). Perfect!
Kevin Sharkey 
From: Brian | 6/10/10 at 9:55 am
OMG! I nearly fainted when I saw the mirrored wall under your sink!!! Now that's style!
From: Joyce | 6/10/10 at 10:12 am
I love your apartment updates and your organizing segments. You always come up with something interesting--travels, trips to Martha's houses. You and Alexis are interesting. Maybe you and Alexis can be involved in projects together--TV.
From: Wanda | 6/10/10 at 11:27 am
I am in heaven, thank you.
Be careful, Kevin. Your guests won't want to leave.
From: Trish | 6/10/10 at 12:26 pm
Hi Kevin,
I want your bathroom!
From: Ronald Louis | 6/10/10 at 1:32 pm
Wonderful post. Truly appreciated.
From: Ann | 6/11/10 at 12:00 am
So lovely! thank you for sharing such detailed photos! If you ever find the time, it would be fabulous to see a list of the personal products that you use! Thanks for always being an inspiration, Kevin!
From: marsha jennings | 6/11/10 at 6:39 pm
I love your bathroom! Where did you get that beautiful trough sink? I would love that in my bathroom. Can you share the source? Thanks, Kevin!
From: Kate | 2/23/11 at 4:21 pm
Great bathroom! I really love the trough sink too. Can you let me know the brand and where can I get it? Thanks.
From: E.P. | 3/4/11 at 2:45 pm
I love the mirrored tile under the sink,that's brilliant! So much better to be able to see what's there and reflect more light!