In recent years, luxury showers have moved to the top of every bathroom remodel must-have and to-do list, to the point that if there’s only one splurge you can make on your next project, it should have something to do with your shower. But in a small bathroom, finding room for any shower – let […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Medicine Cabinets, Showers
Six Tricky Ways To Save Space In A Small Bathroom
28
Jul
Jul
I think there’s a tendency to want to conquer small or oddly shaped bathrooms – to bend them to your will and just make them work. The problem is, without a sledgehammer and a big investment, a small bathroom is never going to be big, and a weird shaped one is never going to be […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Heaters, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Showers
Components Of A Spa Style Bathroom For Your Master Suite
08
Jun
Jun
Many bathroom design trends are beginning to converge: bigger bathrooms, luxury master suites, an emphasis on simplicity and creature comfort. Taken together, they show a clear trend towards master bathrooms strongly influenced by spas and high end hotels. But even with the simple, open floor plan and emphasis on luxurious natural materials in mind, there […]
12
May
May
LED shower heads are starting to pop up all over in modern bathroom design. These sleek fixtures light up when you turn on the water, casting a vibrant glow in an array of colors that can transform the inside of your shower into a modern statement piece or a relaxing spa getaway. But while LED […]
Bathroom, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Showers, Toilets
Six Luxury Bathroom Upgrades That Are Good For Your Health
11
May
May
In American culture, the bathroom is a fairly utilitarian space: take a quick shower in the morning, brush your teeth, do your business, rinse, repeat. This is starting to chage somewhat with the growing popularity of luxury bathrooms, but even so-called spa bathrooms are mostly seen as a place to unwind and get a little […]
12
Feb
Feb
Building bigger, better showers has become a mainstay of American home design, and an essential part of the trend towards large dream bathrooms. But what if you don’t happen to have a very big bathroom, or a terribly large budget with which to build one? It turns out, there are quite a few ways to […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Showers
French Country Bathroom Design – Getting The Details Right
08
Feb
Feb
Last week I talked a little about the basics of French country bathroom design – all the elements that go into making a bathroom that’s historical, sophisticated, and comfortable. But for a design that’s so heavily based on tradition and cultural nuance, sometimes it’s the smallest details that lend the most authenticity, and do the […]
11
Jan
Jan
Whirlpool tubs were at the forefront of luxury bathroom design for years, but these days the focus is all on showers. Multi-sprayer custom showers and sprawling steam showers are more conductive to a busy lifestyle, and steam showers especially come with a whole host of health benefits you can enjoy in quick 15 minute chunks. […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom Faucets, Showers, Toilets
Go Green: Top Eco Friendly Home Improvement Projects For The New Year
31
Dec
Dec
Yesterday I mentioned that home improvement projects are making a big comeback. It’s going to be a good year to remodel, renovate, fix up, or update your home, but the common thread between all the most common projects is eco friendliness and sustainability. If you’re looking to green your home this year but aren’t quite […]
09
Dec
Dec
I’m a big believer that if there’s one thing you’re going to splurge on in a bathroom remodel, it should be your shower head. After all, there are other changes you could make that might be more aesthetically pleasing, but there’s really nothing else that you’ll get as much practical use from. A high quality, […]