Behind the vintage exterior of this historic Castro neighborhood home in San Francisco, an ultra-modern design transformation was underway. The design challenge, tackled by the innovative Diego Pacheco Design Practice, was to integrate luxurious, contemporary comfort into the newly remodeled master bathroom, which features marble vanities, a walk-in shower, and a soaking tub. WarmlyYours solved this by installing a combination of electric radiant floor heating and elegant towel warmers, ensuring that every step onto the stunning tile floor is warm, and the towels are always cozy, all while operating with remarkable energy efficiency.
Project Details
- Location: San Francisco, California (CA)
- Heated Space Type: Master Bathroom
- Total Room Size: 118 sq. ft.
- Heated Area (Coverage): 84 sq. ft.
- System: TempZone™ Flex Roll
- Power Specs: 120V, 10.5A, 1260 Watts (84 sq. ft. roll)
- Operating Cost/Hour: $0.37 / hour
Operating Cost Breakdown (Based on $0.37/kWh in San Francisco):
- Cost Per Hour: $0.37/hour
- Cost Per Day (running 4 hours): Approx. $1.48
- Cost Per Month (running 4 hours/day): Less than $45.00
Integrating Modern Comfort into a Victorian Masterpiece
The original Victorian architecture of this San Francisco home concealed an interior that Diego Pacheco Design Practice aimed to reinvent with a bold, modern aesthetic. The master bathroom was a focal point of this remodel, featuring expansive tile and marble surfaces that, while beautiful, would naturally become cold and uninviting, especially in San Francisco's climate. The challenge was to introduce a layer of unseen, luxurious warmth without disturbing the clean lines and modern design.
The solution was the seamless integration of electric floor heating. Designer Diego Pacheco chose the easy-to-install TempZone™ Flex Roll to ensure the main room and even the walk-in shower floor were comfortably warm. This in-floor heating system provided perfect heat for the Tile, Marble or Stone surface, turning the cold floor into a key source of ambient comfort. The project was further enhanced with two polished stainless steel Sierra towel warmers, adding a touch of classic luxury and ensuring warm, dry towels were always on hand. The dedication to this high standard of design and comfort is a testament to the vision of Diego Pacheco, who passed away unexpectedly.
The outcome is a stunning, high-performing master bathroom where modern design meets unparalleled comfort and efficiency. The radiant floor heating system operates discretely, controlled by a SmartStat programmable thermostat, providing owners with consistent warmth and a minimal operating cost. This project is a prime example of how electric radiant heating elevates the luxury and functional value of a modern home remodel.
Featured Products
This luxurious master bathroom project utilized a trifecta of WarmlyYours radiant products to ensure total comfort:
- TempZone™ Flex Rolls (SKU: TRT120-1.5x56): The primary electric floor heating solution. These rolls are simple to lay out and cover large, rectangular areas like this 84 sq. ft. bathroom floor and shower space, delivering even, energy-efficient heat directly beneath the tile, marble or stone surface.
- Towel Warmer Sierra Square 8-bars Polished Stainless Steel (SKU: TW-SR-08PS-HW): Two of these hardwired, classic towel warmers were installed. They add a touch of sophistication and provide the daily comfort of a warm, dry towel, complementing the elegant master bath design.
- SmartStat Programmable Thermostat w/Floor Sensor (SKU: TH115-AF-GA-08): This intuitive, programmable thermostat provides precise temperature control for the heated floor, ensuring the system runs efficiently only when needed.
