Some of the most innovative designs are born of necessity – which means some of the most creative, storage smart bathroom vanities are made for really small bathrooms. But just because you have more space to work with doesn’t mean you should waste it by installing an inefficient, outdated vanity. Better storage options are finding […]
04
May
May
The most common type of bathtub is a simple rectangular acrylic tub installed in a corner or along a wall, usually with an attached shower door or shower curtain. But while this is far and away the most common setup, if you’re planning a major bathroom renovation, “common” is probably the last look you’re going […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Outdoor Living
Sectional Outdoor Beds: A Flexible Solution For A Smaller Outdoor Space
14
Apr
Apr
When you don’t have a lot of space to work with, choosing the right furniture for your patio or deck can be a real challenge. Doubly so if you use the space both for hosting guests and for soaking up a little sun by yourself. The best furniture for a crowd is definitely not the best […]
Bathroom, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers
The Steam Shower Whirlpool Tub: A Luxury Take On The Boring Shower Tub
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Mar
Mar
Small bathrooms often get the short end of the stick when it comes to availability of luxury upgrades. After all, it’s hard to have a big, sweeping shower stall when your bathroom itself is neither big nor sweeping. Ditto for a roomy soaking tub or whirlpool. In bathrooms where there isn’t much space to spare, […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Introducing James Martin’s Trendy New Spring 2017 Bathroom Vanity Collection
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Feb
Feb
A few times a year, James Martin Furniture tweaks their vanity collection, eliminating some designs and incorporating a few new ones to keep their brand fresh and on trend. This year’s new spring catalog, though, marks a huge update, with the introduction of fully two dozen new design suites, as well as numerous improvements to […]
Bedroom Ideas, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Closet Lighting: A Few Simple Ways To Beautify Any Size Closet
28
Jan
Jan
Unless your closet is really roomy, chances are it probably doesn’t have any lights in it – or at most maybe a single bare bulb overhead. But adding in just a little bit of light can actually make your life a whole lot easier. Whether your closet is narrow or deep, barely big enough for […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Showers, Toilets
Get The Look: Squeezing Big Style Into A Small Bathroom
19
Jan
Jan
The layout of this bathroom by Shanade McAllister-Fisher is a designer’s nightmare: it’s small, cramped, narrow, and without a single window to help brighten up the space. It’s literally too small to be photographed from inside the room. And yet, the smart use of contrast and light not only saves this small bathroom from feeling cramped and […]
Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Lighting
Under Cabinet Lighting: A Simple, Subtle Way To Beautify Your Home
18
Jan
Jan
I’ve spent a lot of time on this blog talking about how important it is to have lighting fixtures that look good as well as providing the light you need, but today I want to talk about lighting fixtures that work best when you don’t even realize they’re there at all: under cabinet lights. If […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Sinks, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers, Toilets
Get The Look: Modern Minimalism Making Small Bathrooms Beautiful
04
Jan
Jan
By and large, there are two kinds of small bathrooms: spare half baths or powder rooms where you can have a lot of fun playing with decor because you don’t have to worry too much about functionality, and teensy tiny full or 3/4 baths that are squeezed into too little space because you need them. […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
2017 Bathroom Vanity Trends: Stylish Vanities That Are Built To Last
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Dec
Dec
One of the big dangers of chasing design trends is that the bold, breathtaking styles of today don’t always last. For some things, that’s fine: it’s easy to slap up a new coat of paint or replace some throw pillows or bath towels to keep up with the latest color trends. But for big-budget items like […]