“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 […]
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Aug
Aug
In recent years, homeowners have gone gaga for natural stone. It’s far and away the most popular material for counter tops in both the kitchen and the bathroom. For every person that says granite is on its way out, there seem to be a dozen homeowners, designers, and contractors that beg to differ. Recently, stone […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas
Kid’s Furniture You Won’t Mind Having In A Grown Up Space
11
Aug
Aug
You don’t typically think of kid’s furniture as being particularly stylish or beautiful. After all, most of it isn’t meant to be – it’s meant to be pint sized, colorful, and durable, but not particularly permanent. It appeals to children while they’re small, but is often meant to be grown out of. But just because […]
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Aug
Aug
Many of the ways to save space in a small bathroom are either a little cumbersome and unattractive, or can feel a little draconian (shower caddies? getting rid of the bathtub? covering every available surface in shelves?). This is a little less true than it used to be, with a market that’s beginning to cater […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring
DIY Mosaic Tile Accents To Dress Up Your Bathroom Design
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Aug
Aug
Installing tile is one of the necessary evils of great bathroom design. No bathroom is complete without at least some tile, and the better the tile job, the more polished and pristine the final product will look. But buying tile is expensive, to say nothing of the cost of hiring someone to install it. And […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring, Showers
Floor Mosaic Medallions: A Classic Touch For A Luxury Bathroom Or Shower
05
Aug
Aug
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 […]
02
Aug
Aug
Designing a dream shower is about more than just choosing the right tile; it’s also about finding the best, most beautiful way to install that tile. A whole bathroom done in a single type of tile can be beautiful, sure. But the addition of even a small, simple tile border can totally alter the look. […]
01
Aug
Aug
One of the biggest stresses in a major bathroom remodel is choosing just the right tile: for the floors, for the walls, and especially for the shower. It’s a delicate balance choosing a tile that not only looks good now, but that will still look good ten years from now – one that’s subtle but […]
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Jul
Jul
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 […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Outdoor Living
Nesting Outdoor Furniture – The Best Way To Save Space On Your Deck Or Patio
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Jul
Jul
Summer is the season for outdoor entertaining; barbecues and pool parties and just lounging around spending time with friends and family and soaking up a little sun. But it can be difficult to decorate a one-season space, especially if you have a relatively small deck or patio. One of the best ways to maximize seating […]