Glancing at pictures in any design magazine or home improvement website, you'll see that most modern bathrooms are designed to be luxurious. Homeowners want their bathrooms to be a retreat, where self-care begins and stress ends.
In older homes, homeowners work with their contractors to create a relaxing, pleasant environment. Older bathrooms can be cramped and often have dated features that can drag down the value of your home. A well-planned, well-conducted remodel can make all the difference.
With the right features and a smart, thoughtful design, you can make your bathroom a perfect oasis for spending time and engaging in self-care. Here's what we recommend.
Add a pop of color to your bathroom with unique mosaic tile walls. Work with an artist or skilled contractor to install a repeating pattern of color, or take the time to look for tiles of unusual shapes and sizes.
Make your bathroom tile a point of focus, with bright, bold hues or with tiles made from unusual materials like shell, copper, or recycled glass. Recently, textured tiles have become popular. Your contractor can help you choose tiles from a reputable supplier. Remember that tile color can have a big impact on your mood while in the bathroom. Choose colors that soothe you to make the environment spa-like and relaxing.
Install eye-catching lighting options using a variety of lighting types like recessed fixtures, track lighting, and pendant lighting. In recent years, artful light bulbs have become a popular option in rooms like bathrooms, where even the smallest features can make a big difference.
Edison light bulbs, cut glass light bulbs, and other unusual decorative light bulbs provide a point of focus without breaking the bank. Work with your contractor to install lighting that makes your bathroom a safe, functional, and attractive space.
Dimmer switches and multi-light switch panels help ensure your bathroom will always feature just the right amount of light. Back-lit bathroom mirrors are more popular than ever because they create flattering lighting that makes getting ready for the day more enjoyable.
Homeowners use natural materials to create a spa-like environment in the bathroom. Imagine stone countertops and a rustic wood vanity, a scattering of succulents, and river rock tile on the walls. Natural materials help center the mind and relax the body. Pair natural materials with neutral colors like beige, gray, or gray-green.
Pedestal bathtubs have an artful shape and unique profile. They're more than just a place to clean your body.
Some pedestal bathtubs take this a step farther by incorporating unique materials into your bathroom. A bathtub made of copper is so much more interesting than one made of standard white porcelain. Some bathtubs are even made from wood! While these tubs are certainly more costly than standard bathtubs, they're worth the oohs and ahhs you'll get from visitors, and the pure pleasure you'll feel whenever you see your tub.
One of the problems with most bathrooms is their small size because it's hard to feel relaxed and happy in a cramped space. Just because a space is small doesn't mean it has to feel small. Small changes can make a big difference in this kind of room.
Showers create barriers that make bathrooms seem small. Shower curtains block the view of the room, which creates a separate space and subtracts space from the overall design of the room. One way to reduce the feeling of smallness in your bathroom is to install a curbless shower and change your shower curtain for a glass shower wall. In addition to creating an open, attractive space, this change also has the benefit of being good for aging in place.
Some bathrooms feel smaller than they really are because they're cluttered. Shampoo bottles, soaps, combs, and brushes create a feeling of chaos that can prevent relaxation and make the room feel claustrophobic. You can change this by installing custom or semi-custom cabinetry that's just right for your bathroom.
Another way to make your bathroom feel larger and more spacious? Install a larger window. Small windows emit low levels of natural light, which creates the feeling that your bathroom walls are closing in on you. Removing an old, small window and replacing it with a larger window can make all the difference. Be brave: go floor to ceiling, if you so choose! Frosted glass or dimpled glass bricks make it easy for you to draw in the light without sacrificing privacy.
What's the best way to make your bathroom more spa-like? Install a luxury shower. Showers with multiple heads provide ultimate control and cleanness. Want something more unique and high-end? Try a steam shower! These showers are rare in residential settings, but they save energy, money, and water. Be sure to work with an experienced contractor to install a steam shower in your bathroom.
Make your bathroom memorable and luxurious with an upgrade from a professional, skilled remodeling contractor in Sarasota. Call Gilbert Design Build to make an appointment for a consultation to discuss your upcoming home improvement.