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Tuesday, December 1, 2009

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Vintage 70s bathroom

Vintage 70s bathroom

The 70s gave us a few doozies, i.e. bell bottoms, KC & the Sunshine band, Sonny & Cher's comedy show. Fortunately, a couple of groovy design ideas made it out alive too. Like this bathroom outfitted with old school lockers–perfect for storing your linens, extra supplies or laundry.













Photo credit: PBteen

Photo credit: PBteen

Steal this idea in your own space. PBteen's locker tower, $299, is an updated version of the 70s variety. Available in modern silver, navy blue and white, the locker towers have four fixed shelves and adjustable levelers on tower feet to fit in any space.
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  • Lucy S's Avatar
    Posted by Lucy S Thu May 1, 2008 6:57pm PDT

    I can't afford $300 for a locker. Where can I get one for $50?

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  • Valerie Rains, Shine staff's Avatar
    Posted by Valerie Rains, Shine staff Thu May 1, 2008 7:22pm PDT

    Hi Lucy,

    Ikea makes some good locker options. They're $99, which is sort of a compromise, right? The "PS cabinet" comes in red, silver, or white, and is available in a similar tall, narrow version, as well as some lower and wider options. Check them out!

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  • Andygirl's Avatar
    Posted by Andygirl Fri May 2, 2008 10:15am PDT

    I'm sorry, but I just can't make my adult self think that's cool. I would have loved it when I was 16, or even in college, but now? I would like something a little more chic thanksomuch.

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  • lolamakes's Avatar
    Posted by lolamakes Fri May 2, 2008 1:06pm PDT

    Novemeber's House and Garden issue showed Aquavit owner Marcus Samuelsson's house in Harlem. He had a very eclectic and adult home with the a vintage locker setup too.

    do anchor links work in the comments section? because here's a pic of it.

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  • lolamakes's Avatar
    Posted by lolamakes Fri May 2, 2008 2:14pm PDT

    umm...i guess they don't.

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  • Mom of Two's Avatar
    Posted by Mom of Two Sun May 4, 2008 7:27pm PDT

    I'm no teenager, but I am a teacher, and I think the lockers are a good idea. I can see using them in a cabana or work-out room. I'm always looking for places to store things. I could even use some lockers in my classroom, as there is never enough built-in storage. I wonder if they have old lockers at school district warehouse sales.

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  • agnes's Avatar
    Posted by agnes Fri Mar 6, 2009 12:41am PST

    don'tforget salvage yards for picking up lockers and such. Also, contact local school boards to ask where they dispose of extra inventory.

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