Creating a Perfect Bathroom Suite
Each house has a bathroom that gets overlooked when it comes to a well thought out design or attention to detail. Besides the kitchen, the bathroom is an important room that must have proper planning when changing lighting, plumbing, and fixtures. It can be both costly and disruptive to home life, so when redesigning it, careful planning must be made.
It is possible to create an elegant bathroom suite that rivals any spa as long as there is careful thought into what is wanted and needed from the space. It is also important to pay attention to small details that will bring out a feeling of luxury.
Nothing removes the zen flow of a room faster than a cluttered mess.
It is essential to first consider how to keep all of the bathroom items stored out of sight. There are many different storage solutions that are available on the market that can be added to cabinetry, but if the budget can hold it, it is wise to hire a professional to make new cabinets. This can help local tradespeople at the same time.
Most people view the bathtub as the centerpiece of the bathroom. It should be approached as a sculpture of fine art. It is important to think carefully about where it will be placed to be complemented in the best way. Bathrooms tend to have clean lines, so tubs that are curvy and have an intricate shower screen will add contrast and may soften the space.
The linear nature of a bathroom makes it straightforward to design.
Playing with lines in the area, both horizontal and vertical, made from contrasting materials make things interesting. For example, dark wood used in an inlaid runner may contrast white porcelain tile on the floor. Texture is important to the space, but it is wise to never use more than three materials besides the mirror or wall covering to make a sense of relaxation and harmony. Some people like wood floors in bathrooms, but if tile or stone are present, it is smart to place a source of heating under the floor. There is nothing worse than a cold floor first thing in the morning.
Mirrors are quite necessary in the room, but keep them at eye level.
If a person does not have problems with the body, it may be ice to hang a full length mirror as well.
Lighting is another consideration. A person wants to look their best when they are getting ready to begin the day. Task lighting is vital, but avoid having down lighting near the mirror. It casts unflattering shadows. Vertical lights on either side of the mirror is most flattering. The bathroom should be a room to relax in, so include good atmospheric lights that can be switched on to unwind while taking a bath. When designing the space’s light, make sure there is space for three circuits for task lighting, main light, and atmospheric light. This will add the most versatility in the room.
Do not scrimp on fixtures such as towel rails and taps. They are the jewel of the space which makes it seem luxurious and spacious.
Research with bathroom specialists and choose fixtures that are truly loved, but are still within budget. A nice fixture will accentuate the elegance in the room and echo the appeal.
Lastly, it may be nice to include a stool or a chair in the bathroom if space allows. This reinforces the sense that it is an area that is relaxing and fun to spend time in. As with other rooms, it will be a piece of furniture that invites others to enjoy the space.
Emma writes for Liberty Bathrooms, an Online Retailer of Bathroom items such as whirlpool baths.