Decorating a bathroom is always a balance between functionality and style; there are a number of major fixtures you pretty much have to include (like your bathtub and toilet), and unless you go really wild with your design, there isn’t a whole lot of variety among these basics. So personalization and flair have to come […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Reclaimed Wood Shelves: A Trendy Addition To A Modern Bathroom
20
Aug
Aug
Reclaimed wood is a hugely popular material in home design right now. Often that means bold, rustic features like hand scraped hardwood floors and weather-worn barn beams. But for a slightly more subtle take on this trend, consider hanging simple, reclaimed wood shelves. These elegant, minimalist shelves have become especially popular in the bathroom, and […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Dressing Up A Cottage Style Bathroom
04
Feb
Feb
Cottage style bathrooms are traditionally pretty cozy spaces – simple, casual, and often a little bit on the small side – reminiscent of the cottage style homes where they were first and most commonly found. But cottage style bathrooms have been getting a more glamorous, sophisticated treatment in recent years. With just a little dressing […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Top Ten Most Popular Bathroom Vanity Brands
04
Nov
Nov
If you’ve never remodeled a bathroom before, it isn’t always easy to know where to start. Faucets often come tagged with their brand names, so you’ve probably heard of a few of the big ones – Moen, Delta, Rohl, and so on. But unless you really pay attention to that sort of thing, the big […]
Bathroom, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Green Bathroom Design – A Natural Color For A Laid Back, Earthy Look
13
Aug
Aug
“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 […]
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 […]
17
Jun
Jun
I’m a big fan of shabby chic decor – I like the look of weathered furniture, roughed up antiques, and flea market finds – especially in bathroom design. But if I’m being totally honest, a weathered white finish is a big toss up, with a very fine line between an aged finish that looks stylish […]
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Metallic Bathroom Vanities – A Surprising New Trend For A Variety Of Bathroom Styles
10
Jun
Jun
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 […]
03
Jun
Jun
There are two schools of thought when it comes to choosing a bathroom vanity. First is the belief that they should be more like kitchen cabinets – built in and designed primarily for utility. On the other end of the spectrum are those who believe that bathroom vanities offer a somewhat rare opportunity to personalize […]
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Six Ways To Spruce Up A Small Bathroom – Easy Remodels You’ll Love
19
Apr
Apr
Large scale bathroom renovations are the hottest thing in home design these days. But it can be hard to dream big when your bathroom is small. Much of the conventional advice that goes into building a dream bathroom simply doesn’t translate well when your space is limited. Even so, you don’t have to be doomed […]