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Design May 31, 2017   Share To create a winning master bath with limited square footage , assess the space, identify the client’s functional, aesthetic and stylistic preferences, and focus on incorporating unique and spectacular design details . authors Ellen Cheever   All too often, designers across the country tell me that, when offered a master bathroom project , the clients’ dream of an adult oasis is limited by the existing bathroom space and their unrealistic budget. While this may be the reality we all face with our “post Great Recession” clientele, let me suggest you not spend your energy complaining…but be energized by the challenge presented to you. Several strategies can help you create an exciting solution for a master bath space that must be completed within the confines of the available square footage . And, while they may not all fit within the client’s budget, these strategies will at least help you justify a recommendation to increase the initial budget! While the...

As we all know, a bathroom ranks among the essential and most frequently visited components of a modern house. I mean, how could we survive without taking a shower even for a single day? Any room that is frequently visited demands high -level modeling. Decorating and equipping even a simple bathroom with unique elements could elevate its look by a significant degree. Expertly made shower curtains are among the priceless items that play a major role in elevating the look of any bathroom. Though simple, shower curtains help in restricting the bath water from spilling all around the bathroom. Are you looking for Best Shower Curtains ? For this, among other functions of shower curtains , every wise homeowner must be willing to equip his/her bathroom with high- quality shower curtains . In this post, we come in to make your shower curtain selection process as easy as ABC. After interacting with a broad range of shower curtains by various manufacturers, we managed to filter the top...

W hen it comes to bathrooms, whether you are after affordable quality or looking to spend as little as possible, there are ways to achieve a refit without spending a fortune. Using a combination of seasonal sales trends (which are as common as traffic cones on motorways), two different stores and some tried and tested negotiation skills , I recently saved £750 on a quality ensuite bathroom – around 25% of the original cost. With a few hours work you can tap into your resources and watch the prices sink … Fit for purpose Your first investment should be a tape measure; establishing available space and what dimensions products need to be is vital. To help you understand whether an offset quadrant or a mixer manual shower is right for you visit the Bathroom Design Guide website – it explains the pros and cons of different equipment, from mixer showers to cast iron baths . Many retailers offer free design consultation . It can be useful to get someone round as they should have a good kn...

HONOLULU - With home prices skyrocketing in recent months, some potential buyers have given up. The median price for a single family home on Oahu hit a price-tag of nearly $800,000 in June. The experts say, don't be discouraged, first timers can still get in the market if they're prepared. Emmanuel and Sonia De Jesus are blue collar workers . He's a federal police offer and she works at The Home Depot. In the past year, the couple worked to put their finances in order and got a little luck along the way. Like others, they still had to search through a bunch of listings. The couple put in offers for two homes and got one of them accepted within a month after searching. They used a VA loan to buy a three bedroom, two bath house in Maili. The couple originally wanted to live in Kapolei but ran into a more competitive market in the second city so they chose to be flexible on location. "It's actually not that bad, it's not as bad as people make it seem: the tra...

Regeneration, relaxation and unwinding are all part of the unique bathing experience of a luxury steam shower . Discerning European consumers have already discovered the many advantages of a luxury steam shower – happily, their enthusiasm for this fashionable and functional product means that it is now easier than ever before for those living in the U.S. and Canada to install steam showers in their own homes. Steam showers may well be trendy – but their countless benefits mean that they will transcend trends to become an integral part of your daily routine. The latest technologies have made bathroom fixtures from high-end manufacturers more available for those who wish to invest in a higher quality of living. Steam therapy is proven to contribute positively to diverse aspects of good physical health , and the wonderful added bonuses of colour therapy, music therapy and aromatherapy cannot fail to enhance your overall sense of well-being. Imagine the sensation of a steam shower w...

If last summer was all about the treehouse, and the year before belonged to the yurt, this summer, we give you log cabin holidays . With more of us looking for alternatives to traditional hotels or a new way to glamp, log cabin holidays are the perfect middle ground . Sure, it’s great to ‘be at one’ with nature but if you can do that without having to sleep under sweaty canvas or cook your baked beans over a makeshift fire, then that sounds like a winner to us. Scandi- inspired log cabin holidays are popping up all over the UK – we’re calling it Glamping 2.0 – so here’s what we thought of the log cabin experience . Find log cabin holidays From wooden eco pods in Devon and Somerset to architecturally crafted cabins in Sussex (think garden sheds that have been given a seriously high- end grand design ), bespoke glamping specialists Quality Unearthed has a huge range of ‘unhotel’ options. Family-friendly, hen do-friendly and dog-friendly options are all for the taking. Best log cabi...

Contura 3 | 60" x 32" x 23" Freestanding Air or Soaking Bathtub Space saving size and design, the Contura III 6032 has a flat end drain side for against the wall installation . Perfect for a small bathroom. Beautifully sculpted from acrylic, this freestanding tub is offered as a soaking or air bathtub. Choose a soaking tub for quiet soaking or add the massage of an air bath. Acrylic construction provides a non-porous surface for easy cleaning and sanitizing. And will never fade or lose its brilliance over time. Integral drain included . Choose a freestanding or wall mount tub filler to pair with the tub. Americh Contura III 6032 Sale Save on all Soaking & Air Tubs Free Shipping - Contiguous US Authorized Americh Dealer Technical Sheet Tub Size: 60" x 32" x 23" Gallons to Overflow: 60 Bathtub Material: Acrylic Tub Floor: Non-textured Tub Colors: Biscuit or White Installation: Freestanding 1 Piece Construction End Drain - 1 Person...

As the new flowers grow and weather starts to warm up, we often get the itch to make some changes in our house. If you have had the same bedding and bath towels since before the kids were born, it’s time to be out with the old and in with the new! We have gathered some of our favorite pieces of spring decor for the bedroom and bathroom that can have a major impact on a small budget- and we are thrilled to share them with you today! Bedroom JAIPUR BEDDING COLLECTION FROM ECHO DESIGN If you are looking to give your bedroom a fresh look this Spring, consider getting a vibrant new bedding set that will immediately update your decor.  The Jaipur Bedding Collection from Echo Designs will definitely give a Spring boost to your bedroom with Indian paisleys in fresh bright colors that scream Spring. High quality soft fabrics make the comforter both functional and decorative. The shades of aqua bring a soothing cool feel to the bright print and the smaller ethnic print on the reverse side o...