Spa Inspired Shower Design Trends For 2014

Deluxe showers blend the luxurious experience of a spa with the convenience and speed needed for a hectic lifestyle, offering a more realistic way to enjoy a little R&R even if you’re on the go. In 2014, many homeowners are turning their attention to showers rather than bathtubs or whirlpools, focusing on big, bold, spa-like […]

Sauna vs. Steam Shower: Important Considerations To Help You Choose

Steam showers and saunas are often talked about in the same breath, lumped together as a heat-based, health-beneficial spa treatment that you can install in your home. But the similarities between the two essentially stop there: the experience of using them is different, the health benefits are different, and even the installation, construction, and cost […]

Six Ways To Warm Up A Chilly Winter Bathroom

To me, there’s nothing worse than walking into a cold bathroom on a cold morning, especially right after crawling out of a warm bed. Frigid tile floors, a cold toilet seat, and icy water when you turn on the shower can all conspire to make for a rather unpleasant start to a cold winter’s day. […]

Five Weekend Projects To Improve Your Bathroom On A Budget

Generally speaking, having an attractive, up-to-date bathroom is one of the most desirable features in all of contemporary home design. But whether you’re just moving into a new home, looking to move out of an old one, or just unable or unwilling to put in a lot of time and money to a major bathroom […]

Age In Place Bathroom Design Part 2:Features Of An Accessible Bathroom

It’s an unfortunate fact that with age comes a gradual loss of mobility. These days, people are living longer, and that means it’s more important than ever to think about your quality of life ahead of time. If you want to remain in your home, adding accessibility features before you need them is an important […]

Age In Place Bathroom Design (Part 1): When And Why To Incorporate Accessibility Features Into Your Bathroom Remodel

If you’re planning a major bathroom renovation, there’s a good chance that you’ve at least heard mention of universal design, or seen ADA approved fixtures like toilets or bathtubs. But the concept of “age in place” bathroom design might never have come up directly. Essentially, the notion is to install accessibility features in your home […]

The Hottest New Trend In Bathroom Design Is… Wood?

Tile is the most popular material in bathroom design, to the point that it’s often less a question of tile versus something else and more a question of what type of tile to use – in the shower, on the floor, and even on the walls. But with the trend toward more relaxed, natural, spa […]

Floor Mosaic Medallions: A Classic Touch For A Luxury Bathroom Or Shower

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 […]

How To Use A Tile Border To Dress Up Your Shower Tile

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. […]

Dress Up Your Shower Design With Mosaic Tile Accents

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 […]