When Patricia Rodi and her partner Patrick moved into their 18th-century home on the Scottish coast, they knew they were embarking on a significant renovation journey. The entire property required thoughtful restoration, but it was the bathroom, in particular, that felt disconnected from the soul of the house.

“It didn’t really have any relationship to the period of the house,” Patricia explains. “My goal was to restore a sense of place.”

As an interior designer, creative director and co-founder of Rodi & Cécile Studio, Patricia is known for creating bold, characterful spaces that balance historical charm with contemporary expression. Her Swedish-French heritage, combined with life in Scotland with her dog Alva, deeply informs her aesthetic - layered, expressive and rich with story.

For this renovation, that story began underfoot.

A Contemporary Classic

Drawn to Original Style for its authenticity and craftsmanship, Patricia found a collection that felt both timeless and relevant. “It feels like the tiles are contemporary, but they have such a classic feel to it.”

She selected the Empire Decorative Tile from our Odyssey Primo collection , captivated by what she describes as its “wonderful sense of rhythm and heritage.” 

The pattern introduces subtle detailing in a delicate way that anchors the room without overwhelming it. “I really love the idea of introducing a pattern in a subtle way,” she says. “Where your walls are quite neutral, but with a little bit of detailing. The Empire tile introduces that pattern underfoot in a way that feels authentic.” 

The result is a floor that quietly commands attention with a design that breathes, rather than shouts.

Depth, Warmth and a Nod to France

To complement the patterned floor, Patricia paired our rich Artworks Burgundy Skirting, Albert Moulding and Omega Moulding with luminous County White Field Tiles. Together, they create balance: Burgundy brings depth and warmth, while County White keeps the space open and light-filled.

For Patricia, every choice is layered with meaning. The addition of the Fleur de Lis Tile was more than decorative, it was deeply personal.

“I chose the Fleur de Lis because it’s a very, very strong nod to the French. And it has this continuity and a very beautiful impact into the room, which I just think is stunning.”

That subtle reference to her French heritage gives the space a quiet emotional resonance with a thread connecting past and present.

Letting Craftsmanship Breathe

Patricia describes herself as “a big antique fan,” often weaving collected pieces into her interiors. In this bathroom, antique elements sit comfortably alongside handmade tiles - a synergy of craftsmanship across centuries.

“I tend to avoid over-styling things,” she explains. “I think that the tiles in itself are very beautiful. I want them to breathe a little bit and to have their moment in the room.”

That appreciation for craftsmanship is central to her philosophy, both professionally and personally. At Rodi & Cécile Studio, materiality and making are celebrated; in her own home, they’re essential.

“I’ve used Original Style throughout all of my bathrooms, because I’m in awe when it comes to the tiles. They have a certain depth and authenticity that is really, really hard to find. There’s just such a beauty with these tiles and also the fact that they are handmade.”

A Sanctuary to Begin and End the Day

Today, the bathroom has become more than a successful renovation project. It’s Patricia’s sanctuary.

“It feels like it’s a place where you can start your day in a way that just grounds you and prepares you for the rest of the day”. There’s a quiet poetry in that transformation from a space that once lacked connection to one that now feels entirely rooted in its setting.  “I’m super happy with how it turned out. I just love that bathroom,” she says with a smile. “It’s a bit weird but sometimes I go into the bathroom like, oh, it’s just so lovely.”

In a home defined by history, Patricia’s bathroom stands as a testament to thoughtful restoration where pattern, heritage and handcrafted beauty come together to create something deeply personal, and unmistakably timeless.

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