West Side Story

This powder room is full of pizzazz, though it's grounded by striped wallpaper from Waverly. For a shower curtain that makes a big statement, all it takes is a big towel (this one is an Alex Katz print from Art Production Fund) backed by striped fabric and hung from grommets.

Since nosy guests always want to see what's in the medicine cabinet, we removed the door to show off beautifully packaged products from two companies that have been in business since the 19th century, Claus Porto (available through the luxury toiletry company Lafco New York) and Roger&Gallet.