When you hear the word traditional, it’s possible your mind jumps to other thrilling adjectives such as average, modest, maybe even boring. However, “traditional” in interior decorating is in the same category as “contemporary” and “modern”, in that it has a meaning beyond its common use. It stands for a specific set of design trends and styles. In this […]
Consider how involved a remodel can be, decorating a bathroom can be an arduous process. You will be asking questions like shower or bath? Mosaic tile or checkered? Should the curtains match the soap dispenser? What kind of sink? The last one is easy enough to answer: if you want to maximize your space and amp up your […]
Industrial style bathrooms have skyrocketed in popularity lately. But this look can be difficult to replicate, especially if you don’t live in a converted loft or warehouse. One of the biggest challenges is working with the slightly weather-worn features that are so iconic of the style; reclaimed wood, exposed brick, and old concrete or steel […]
For many homeowners a bathroom provides an oasis from the stresses of everyday activities. In order to create an ideal atmosphere, a bathroom should have shapes, colors and textures that are conducive to relaxation. Most bathrooms are fixed in a mode of standardization with a sameness of floors, fixtures and finishes. Your bathroom can bring […]
Generally speaking, having an attractive, up-to-date bathroom is one of the most desirable features in all of contemporary home design. But whether you’re just moving into a new home, looking to move out of an old one, or just unable or unwilling to put in a lot of time and money to a major bathroom […]
Getting ready to sell a house is more of an art than a science. Before your house goes on the market, you want to make it look as up to date and desirable as possible, but you also want to be wary of putting too much time and money into improving a space you won’t […]
“Going Green” is one of the most prominent and important trends in bathroom design, in some cases more literally than others. Low flow toilets and water saving shower heads are great, but the actual color green is starting to creep into a wide variety of bathroom styles, too. From soft sages and pale mint greens […]
Floor medallions are often found in entryways or other large, open spaces – places where they’re free to make an impression. They can be made of stone or other tile or sometimes wood pieces, and can either be assembled or carved, etched, or stained directly onto the floor. They’re usually circular in design and act […]
Metal might not be the first material you think of when it comes to bathroom decor. It can be cold to the touch, and many varieties don’t hold up especially well in the face of moisture. So you might be surprised to learn that designers are starting to incorporate all types of metal into decorative […]
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 […]