Build Bath & Shower

Today's master bath offers an escape into an oasis of soothing serenity. With less focus on utility and more on creating ambience, the master bath has been elevated to one of the most important rooms in the home. More furniture-style cabinetry and vanities, beautiful framed mirrors and decorative vessel sinks make this once sterile space feel like a luxurious living space in your home. Homeowners express their personalities here with art work, open shelving displaying favorite pieces or a tile choice that says "this is my style and who I am." And they might bring in more home decor items , small furniture pieces and an extra dose of luxury with a lavish chandelier. Here are some of the hottest trends for the master bath in today's new homes being built in the Chicago suburbs. Statement mirrors So long to medicine cabinets and hello to statement mirrors. Think large clear glass mirrors that make the room look larger -- wood fr...

Ever had a tiny bathroom ? Chances are at some point in your life, you will! My tiniest powder room was a space inside my studio apartment, a residence I truly loved and happily lived in for six years. But even if we graduate to larger spaces, compact bathrooms are a way of life. I know plenty of people with large master baths but tiny guest baths . Or that under-the- stairs powder room space that’s charming yet super small. Good news: There are plenty of clever solutions for making the most of a tiny bathroom. One of today’s most popular design choices involves a clean, fresh approach with modern lines and minimal clutter. Another option is to make a bold choice, such as the use of a striking paint color or vibrant wallpaper . And you can’t deny the power of effective storage solutions ! The key is maximizing space, and we’ve got some decorating answers to share with you. Today we round up some of our favorite compact powder rooms and take a look at what makes them work… Clean ...

We’re making progress in the A-frame bathroom! Through the designing, demolition and re-building of so many bathrooms, I have learned a thing or two along the way but working with this bathroom proves there are always room for surprises. I’ve also never installed or designed a bathroom with quite so much technology, but that ended up being the easy part. I teamed up with Kohler to share the process and a few do’s and don’ts that I used through this remodel. First the progress: We cleared out the old toilet and replaced it with an intelligent toilet. A self-opening, self-flushing, heated seat, cleansing toilet that basically does everything for you! A techy toilet that also leaves you with a cleaner feeling just seems more natural and makes more sense to me. It also goes beautifully with the bath we picked out. The thing I love most about Kohler’s Veil toilet and the Underscore bath) is that they both have such high tech features yet they don’t compromise at all on the design. The toil...

This is not a completely negative thing , as consumers are also making the choice to use less water, but the sector is being hit by the desire to save money. According to a new Mintel report, the soap, bath and shower category has experienced declining sales over the past two years, falling from £660 million (€911m) in 2012 to an estimated £638 million (€881m) in 2014. The market researcher says this is down to consumers seeking more economical routines and saving money; and in some cases, as these routines may be greener, they also appeal. “Consumers have started to realise that being environmentally friendly can translate to money-saving and are making greener choices to benefit their own pockets,” says Charlotte Libby, Senior Beauty Analyst at Mintel. “ Changing consumer perceptions of taking a bath as being more costly or time-consuming than showering is essential to restore sales growth to the bath products segment .” Changing habits Mintel data shows that whilst one in five...

When making choices to support a healthier lifestyle, many individuals overlook the safety of their beauty and/or personal care products . But they shouldn’t: Not only is skin your largest organ, but what is applied to the skin is absorbed by the body (if you’re suspect, just think about the efficacy of transdermal birth control or nicotine patches). As a professional with 15 years of experience as a makeup artist and 10 years of experience in naturals specifically, I have developed an expertise in which products, ingredients, and methods are best. So if you’re taking the time—and spending the money—to buy healthier, organic food, it’s about time you understand what you’re putting on your skin. An introduction to clean and natural beauty. In order to understand the context, here’s some clean beauty 101 : The personal care industry (meaning things like lipstick, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, toothpaste) is completely unregulated in the United States. In layman’s terms, this means ther...

modern bathroom decorating with acrylic bathtubs and LED lighting design" /> New bathtubs with LED lights by Bathroom Design , Thailand Modern bathroom decorating with beautiful acrylic bathtubs and space saving showers are not only functional, but practical and stylish. Functional bathroom fixtures and decor items became decorative, adding unique details to large and small bathroom designs . Large glass doors , windows and glass ceiling inserts for enjoying taking a bath under the stars are impressive and bold contemporary bathroom decorating ideas , but this bathtub design with LED lights from Thailand is a real surprise. Advertisement - continue reading below The Bathroom Design company , located in Bangkok, offers translucent acrylic bathtubs with eco friendly LED lights for luxurious, functional and modern bathroom decorating . Their beautiful bathtub with LED lights looks bright and interesting. It is possible to order LED bathtub decorating with a different...