Bathroom
And it may seem mundane, but something as simple as where the outlets will go can have a huge impact on your morning routine. Do you charge your phone in the bathroom? Use a hair dryer or other devices? Now is when you will want to make a plan for how you’ll access the power source. Other considerations may include things like where you should put the toilet or even where you will keep the toilet paper. Choosing the style of bathroom you want can be complicated. Designers recommend that you look to the rest of your house for a jumping-off point. For example, you probably don’t want to do an industrial-style bathroom in a Craftsman home. But, hey, it’s your money. Again, look to photos that inspire you and gather as many ideas as possible, leaving nothing to chance. With so much going on during a remodel, it would be a shame to make a knee-jerk decision on a material or style that in the end you won’t be happy with because you didn’t make the time to plan for it. Find your bathroom style: Asian | Beachy | Contemporary | Craftsman | Eclectic | Farmhouse | Industrial | Mediterranean | Traditional
10. Wild things. This bunny-and-bird-patterned wallpaper, created from an original linocut by painter and printmaker Mark Hearld, is equal parts elegant and sweet. Consider using it as a lovely backdrop for a powder room, breakfast nook, or nursery.Wallpaper: Harvest Hare, Mark Hearld, St. Jude’s Show us: Have you made over a space with wallpaper or another wall application? Please take a photo and share it in the Comments!MoreConsidering Wallpaper? Here’s How to Get StartedBrowse wallpapers by style
Extend a Black-and-White Floor Tile Up a WallTile that extends across the floor and up the wall in one long line popped up in several of the newest black-and-white bathroom photos. Here it makes a strong statement in the shower, where a transparent glass partition allows for a clear view.Detail worth noting: The attractive P-trap underneath the sink — these details matter.Find black-and-white tile
10. Showcase your style. This white farmhouse kitchen in St. Louis scores extra points by leaving a section of cabinetry open to display dishware. This is a great spot to curate based on the seasons or to cycle through your various collections.Faucet: Traditional pull-down in polished copper, WaterstoneFind copper faucets
If your budget is around $1,000: If you have more wiggle room in your budget, splash out on a new sink to go with that new faucet. Keep in mind that if your new sink is a different style than the old one, you may face additional installation costs to fit it properly into the cabinetry and counter.Get started:How to choose the right kitchen sink Tips for selecting a sink material
1. Smart StorageWell, it seems the No. 1 thing people were looking for this year was savvy storage solutions for all of that bathroom stuff. These tall, narrow pull-out cabinets make the most of the space and are conveniently located next to the vanity. Notable detail: There’s even a makeup mirror inside for those moments when the homeowner doesn’t want to have to lean over the counter for a close-up. Learn more about this bathroomMore Browse more bathroom photos and guidesSee how to create and use Houzz ideabooksBrowse bath storage, materials and fixtures
10. Big-Box CustomizationOnce they got it home, these homeowners realized the contemporary styling of the vanity they’d bought at the big-box store didn’t suit them. So they put in some elbow grease, applying a glaze and changing out the hardware to suit their bathroom’s farmhouse-inspired style. Small changes like these provide an inexpensive and easy way to make your bathroom new to you when a full renovation is not within your budget, or when you need to save some dollars within a renovation budget.Notable detail: The floor tiles are porcelain but they resemble hardwood.How to refresh your bathroom for $100 to $10,000
16. White and Light With MarbleThis luxe combination of materials is continuing its popularity streak. Details like the millwork, crystal knobs and glass shelves enhance the look. But what I really want to know is, do those bathtub neck pillows work? Please let me know in the Comments section!Notable detail: The floor’s tile is laid out to look much like a runner rug.
20. Kid and Guest-FriendlyA conundrum some homeowners face: How to design the bathroom their kids use every day in a way that also will be inviting for overnight guests? Here, a slate floor, marble countertop and painted vanity add beauty while two sinks, a tub-shower combo and a playful ruffled shower curtain suit family life. Notable detail: Limiting expensive mosaic tile to an accent stripe is a great way to get the most bang for your buck. See the rest of this homeu
3. More color in kitchens. White will always be a classic palette for kitchens, as the annual Houzz kitchen trends study continues to show. But its increased popularity means there’s going to be some all-white-kitchen fatigue as homeowners look for ways to personalize their space. So while white kitchens aren’t even close to going away, expect to see a rise in color for the kitchen, especially other neutrals like gray and blue. Plus, warm wood tones are becoming a popular replacement for painted cabinets, leading to sophisticated, rich palettes.3 Modern Kitchens That Rock Warm Wood Cabinets
After. White tiles cover the walls and floor, making the space light and airy. Next, Tanya Mclean and Nichole Skladan of Mango Design Co brought in teak and brushed gold materials to give the couple the midcentury style they wanted. Then, the design team added a boho rug, a paisley shower curtain and pieces of the couple’s art collection to give it a personal, and fun, feel.Ceiling and wall paint: Cloud White, Benjamin Moore; toilet: Kohler; shower curtain: Simons; bathtub: Starck by Duravit; rug: Urban Outfitters; shower system: KohlerRead more about this bathroom remodel
After. The black-and-white ceramic tiles on the floor make a fun and fresh statement in the narrow space. Designer Susan Klimala of The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn then added in more black, white and gray features to keep the palette calm and inviting. The most dramatic change comes at the end of the room, where Klimala replaced the brown tub with a sleek white tub and sliding glass door. Wall paint: Solitude, Benjamin Moore; tile: Twenties Classic, Merola Tile, Home Depot; Damask vanity with rollout shelves and internal outlets: Kohler; mirrors: Levico, Restoration Hardware; sconces: Cafe Series, Gatco; faucets: Kelston, Kohler; bathtub: Bancroft, KohlerRead more about this bathroom remodel
After. A mellow blue and white palette for the walls and vanity complements the new shower tile and vanity countertop. Lynott had the contractor remove everything that existed in the space and found materials that gave her an elevated look for less. For example, she used porcelain tile in the shower instead of marble and used imitation marble tiles on the floor. Wall paint color: Woodlawn Blue HC-147, Benjamin Moore; vanity: Brook Haven, Presidio Raised, Wood-Mode; knobs: Atlas; toilet: Kohler; medicine cabinet: Robern; faucet: Devonshire widespread bathroom sink faucet, Kohler; sink: Devonshire undermount sink, KohlerRead more about this bathroom remodel
After. A clean, streamlined design by Susan Ozipko of sO Interiors gives the couple function and storage in a small space. The new features, such as the floating toilet and vanity, sit against a wall of statuario marble tiles. The homeowners replaced the tub-shower combo with a glass-doored shower. Toilet: Starck 3, Duravit; wall tile: Ciot; faucet: Delta; counter: Caesarstone; pendants: Tech LightingRead more about this bathroom remodel | Find bathroom designers near you
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After. Bright white wall tiles and a glass tub-shower enclosure update the room and brighten up the once-dark space. Kate Dickson, principal of Kate Dickson Design, started the redesign by introducing the floor tile to the clients. They loved it right away. After that, Dickson worked with a local millworker to create custom cabinetry that would maximize the clients’ storage options. Floor tiles: Betty cement encaustic tiles, Saltillo Imports; shower wall tile: Ceragres; shower system: Disegno via Aquadesign; tub: Sydney, Hydro Systems via Home Depot; sink: Vox Square, Kohler; custom vanity: JMAC Productions; see more white floating vanitiesRead more about this bathroom remodel
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