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Modern bathroom design is often all about going minimalist with clean finishes for a spa-like feel. But sometimes the look ends up feeling clinical. To make sure your space feels just as inviting as the rest of your home, try some of these bathroom design tips to create a sense of warmth and personality while achieving spot-on style. 1. Pattern Bathrooms often are devoid of interesting patterns, which is a shame, because energetic patterns can add life to any room. Consider adding a patterned drapery panel or playful towels, or simply hang a colorful print (or wallpaper sample ) in a frame as artwork. These low-commitment ideas allow you to keep a classic color scheme for the fixed elements while dabbling in color trends as the mood strikes. A horizontally striped shower curtain is a foolproof way to add some pattern and excitement in a bathroom of any size, style or budget. Try a gray-and-white stripe to match any palette or navy and white to capture a timeless nautical spirit . ...

A spa day is such a relaxing experience — wouldn’t it be great to go anytime you want? By  incorporating elements of a spa in your home bathroom, you can turn that space into a restful and rejuvenating retreat. If you happen to be building or renovating a bathroom, it’s the perfect time to add spa features to your design. If that’s not an option, there are still things that you can add or change out in your bathroom space to make it feel more calming. Here are some common elements among spa-like bathrooms. Clear the Space natural view make helps create a leisurely feeling." width="1275" height="850" /> View in gallery Neutral colors and a natural view make helps create a leisurely feeling. Relaxing bathrooms have a clean and tidy look. A soothing color palette and dreamy features like focal point tub and light and airy window treatments her create a serene space. One of the things you notice about a spa is the lack of clutter or mess, which helps ke...

Great bathroom lighting supports your use of the space and unites the room’s overall style. Whether you want some mood lighting  to unwind in a hot bath at the end of the day, or some bright vanity lights to get ready for the office on Monday morning, we’ve got the run-down of the best bathroom lighting ideas to brighten up your room and your day. Determine your style: do you want your lighting to be the focal point for the room or blend seamlessly into the décor? Using white fixtures in a predominantly white room creates a clean and timeless look, while incorporating a few fixtures in bold colors creates contrast for an exciting, modern style. Channel your inner movie star and add a little sparkle with a glamorous, oversized chandelier and complete the look with foil wallpaper, metallic accents and antique-inspired accessories. For a trendy vibe that makes your bathroom feel like an exclusive spa, incorporate some LED strip lights and a dimmer control. Right where you need it: p...

1940s French lantern , a burl- wood table anchors the light-filled entryway. Suzanne painted the baseboards a dark charcoal to define the architectural space. " class="photo-50" /> Below a 1940s French lantern , a burl- wood table anchors the light-filled entryway. Suzanne painted the baseboards a dark charcoal to define the architectural space. S uzanne Kasler was happily settled in her home in Atlanta, where she had lived since moving with her husband and daughter from the Midwest in 1995. Until a few years ago, that is. That’s when the acclaimed interior designer —known for creating architecturally focused interiors with a strong European sensibility—found herself itching for a change. “I was restless,” Suzanne says. The decorating was done, meaning no more opportunities to experiment, to rearrange, to create. And so the search began for a new blank canvas. After several years of house-hunting came up short, Suzanne took a second look at a 1930s Federal-style h...