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Let’s talk showers, shall we? Walk-ins, to be precise. Walk-in showers are luxurious, as they are solely dedicated to one form of bathing. The variations among walk-in showers are extensive, which is part of what makes their design so intriguing and interesting. Large, small, plain, ornate – walk-in showers are a lovely place to showcase one’s preferred style.)This gorgeous oversized brass shower head is one way to get your shower- centered ideas rolling .) Read on for more ideas and inspiration on a variety of walk-in showers. View in gallery View in gallery Walk-In Shower: “Hallway” Shower This is a stunning design that I only wish I could implement into my own postage stamp- sized bathrooms . Its fantastically low-maintenance, completely understated aesthetic is charming (and enviable!). No doors required, this walk-through “hallway” style shower is easy to use and easy to maintain when the bathroom floor and walls are waterproof. View in gallery Walk-In Shower: Concrete In even ...

Glass shower door s can make great additions to any bathroom as they are attractive and let more light into your shower. It can be tough to predict what the cost to install a glass shower door may be, however. Your first step should be to talk to a reputable professional who can tell you what to expect for your particular situation. Once you find a professional, then there will be a couple of factors that will affect the cost to install a glass shower door . Door Size One of the biggest factors in the cost to install a glass shower door will be the size of the opening the door will cover. If you have a bathtub/shower combo, then the door will be larger than that of a standard shower enclosure . Some shower enclosures are larger, as well, and allow for a more spacious, walk-in shower. These doors tend to be custom sized and will also raise the cost to install a glass shower door . Glass Types The type of glass that you choose will also impact the cost. Framed doors have a lightweig...

Spa-like details such as glass tile and soothing colors are a trend in home bathrooms, as in this one by interior designer Lori Graham . When it comes to the latest in bathrooms, spa- inspired spaces rule . Goodbye, fussy details. Hello, Zen oasis. “Turning your bathroom into something you might see at a luxury resort is really big right now,” says Shannon Kadwell, a designer for Anthony Wilder Design/Build in Cabin John. Spa-like details range from showers with multiple body sprays and rainfall “water tiles” to walls bedecked with dazzling glass tile . But the trend goes beyond finishes and fixtures. “In years prior, a bathroom was just a shower, a toilet, and a sink,” Kadwell says. “The modern bathroom is a multi-function room with separate areas.” Think distinct but connected spaces designated for cleaning, changing, relaxing, and even admiring the scenery. A house’s master suite, she says, has become a living space in which the bathroom and bedroom are connected via dressing are...