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 are more than a few options when it comes

In American culture, the bathroom is a fairly utilitarian space: take a quick shower in the morning, brush your teeth, do your business, rinse, repeat. This is starting to change somewhat with the growing popularity of luxury bathrooms, but even so-called spa bathrooms are mostly seen as a place to unwind and get a little R&R. But luxury bathroom design offers a wealth of opportunities to crea

I don’t know about you, but I’m a big time bather. I prefer long soaks in the tub to a quick shower ten to one, and love to take piping hot bubble baths to unwind. That’s why, from where I stand, choosing a bathtub for your big bathroom remodel is one of the most important (if not necessarily biggest or most expensive) decisions you have to make. There are a whole heck of a lot o

I spend a lot of time steeped in home design trends – styles old, new, and otherwise for every room in the home. But I have to say, I love bathtubs. I love them as a design element, a focal point, and of course as a vessel for bubble baths. If you really want to wow me, show me a well-designed bathroom featuring a big, beautiful freestanding bathtub. But too many people think that a “f

Typically, when you think of freestanding bathtubs, the first thing that probably comes to mind is a clawfoot or pedestal style tub. But while these are great for a classical style (or even, sometimes, a more modern one) Victorian-inspired tubs aren’t the only type of tubs that can be installed on their own, without a bathtub mount. In fact, many designers are turning to innovative, modern d

For the French, their cultural heritage is something like a national treasure. Living in a building with a history is infinitely higher valued than owning a high priced McMansion, and even their interior design carries over and refers back to prior versions of itself. In that way, French design is both eclectic and decadent, emphasizing comfort, history, and sophistication. Which is why French des

Clawfoot tubs are among the most iconic fixtures in all of bathroom design. They’re classic, elegant, attractive, and work equally well with a vintage or modern style. So it’s no surprise if you’re considering making one a centerpiece or integral part of your bathroom. But if you’ve never had (or used) a clawfoot tub before, there are a few things you should consider before

These days, whirlpool tubs are a practically-mandatory addition to a luxury bathroom remodel. And with luxury bathroom remodels in the home improvement spotlight,there’s a good chance that, if you’re planning a major renovation, a new whirlpool tub is on your to-do list. But not all whirlpools are created equal, and choosing the right one for your bathroom is a little more delicate tha

Clawfoot bathtubs are a popular choice for luxury bathroom remodels, and not just period-inspired ones. The simple silhouette of a clawfoot bathtub is so iconic that it adds an instant sense of class and sophistication to your bathroom, whether you have a vintage, cottage style bathroom or a more modern design. But not all clawfoot bathtubs are created equal, and there are a few things you should

The two most popular luxury bathroom additions are, generally speaking, sprawling walk-in showers and big, luxurious soaking or whirlpool tubs. But while you probably realize going in that building a new shower from the ground up means lots and lots of tile work, you might not realize that many designer bathtubs – especially whirlpools and other drop in bathtubs – require similar finis