Bathroom Renovations
The primary bathroom is where the day begins and ends; a space that should feel as considered and composed as any room in the home.
At NGage Properties Group, bathroom renovations are rarely a standalone undertaking. Most of our bathroom work is part of a larger whole-home renovation, a home addition, or the creation of an entirely new primary suite where architecture, plumbing, and design must be resolved together, not room by room.
Many homes across Washington, D.C., Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Northern Virginia were built with small, compartmentalized bathrooms tucked into the original floor plan and often without the square footage, plumbing capacity, or natural light today's homeowners expect from a primary suite.
When we take on a bathroom, it is almost always in service of a larger vision: expanding a primary suite, reconfiguring an upper floor during a whole-home renovation, or carving new square footage from an addition to create the spa-like retreat a home was never originally designed to hold.
Through thoughtful planning and construction expertise, we design bathrooms that feel integral to the home's larger architecture.
What a Bathroom Renovation May Include
Most of our bathroom work is folded into a larger scope—but whether it's one primary suite or several baths across a whole-home renovation, projects often include:
Primary suite expansions and reconfigurations
Curbless, spa-style walk-in showers
Freestanding soaking tubs
Radiant heated flooring
Custom vanities and millwork
Natural stone and slab tile selections
Architectural and accent lighting design
Smart-home and steam shower integration
Architectural Integration
A successful bathroom renovation—like any part of the home—respects the architecture it lives within.
Across the DMV, homes may range from Victorian rowhouses and early-20th-century bungalows to Cape Cods and mid-century family homes.
Rather than dropping in a generic spa bathroom, the NGage Properties Group approach integrates new primary suites and baths with the home's original architectural language—so the result feels like it was always part of the plan, not an addition to it.
Why Clients Choose Us
Our clients are not looking for the lowest bid. They are looking for clarity, leadership, and refined execution.
They choose us for:
Integrated design-build accountability
Structural and architectural fluency
Controlled, communicative project management
High-end material integration
A composed, concierge-level experience
A bathroom renovation is a meticulous undertaking. It should feel organized — not chaotic.
Do you take on standalone bathroom renovations?
Most of our bathroom work is part of a larger whole-home renovation, addition, or custom home build. If you're planning a primary suite creation, whole-house renovation, or new construction that includes bathrooms, that's exactly where we do our best work. For a single bathroom refresh with no other renovation planned, we may not be the right fit — happy to point you toward next steps either way.
How much does an Ensuite (primary bathroom) renovation cost?
Ensuite renovations with NGage Properties Group typically start at $150,000 and increase from there based on square footage, structural complexity, and the level of customization desired. Because most of our bathroom work is part of a larger primary suite creation or whole-home renovation, total investment often depends on the scope of that surrounding project as well.
How long does a bathroom renovation take as part of a larger project?
Timelines depend on the scope of the overall renovation or addition it's part of. A primary suite created during a home addition follows that addition's timeline; a bathroom updated during a whole-home renovation follows that project's schedule. We map milestones early so you know what to expect.
Do I need permits for a bathroom renovation?
Yes. Plumbing, electrical, and any structural changes require permits, and requirements vary by jurisdiction across DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Permitting is handled in-house as part of our design-build process.
Can I live in my home during a primary suite or whole-home renovation?
It depends on the scope. Bathroom work folded into a larger whole-home renovation or addition may require temporary relocation, particularly if it's the only full bath in the home. We assess this during planning and help you prepare.
Will a primary suite renovation increase my property value?
A well-designed primary suite is one of the highest-return spaces in a home, particularly in Montgomery County and DC's most established neighborhoods — especially when it's integrated thoughtfully into a larger renovation or addition rather than treated as an isolated update.
How do I prepare for a bathroom or primary suite consultation?
Helpful items include existing floor plans (if available), inspiration images, a general sense of priorities, and an understanding of whether this is part of a larger renovation, addition, or new build. If you don't have these, we guide you through structured discovery.
Why choose a design-build firm for a bathroom renovation?
Design-build integrates architecture, plumbing, engineering, and construction under one accountable structure — critical when a bathroom is being designed alongside a larger renovation or addition, not as a standalone room.