Modern Bathroom Design
There are a few varying styles when it comes to bathroom design trends. In the Pensacola area, modern is in when it comes to bathrooms. What this means is that the designs are simple and lines are clearly defined. Breaking tradition in the bathroom is the use of color. Neutrals and whites are quickly making their way out to bring in color. Materials, bathroom vanity designs and configurations are also changing to make the space more of an oasis than a place to hurry up, do what you have to do and get out.
Shower Surround Tile
Glass tile and subway tiles are popular in bathrooms in 2014, and the previous few years. In some bathrooms a white subway tile is used but it is broken up with blue, green or black/gray glass tiles for contrast. A single piece shower surround is out the door and design/style is taking over. These materials brighten and modernize the space.
If you are planning to sell your home, creating a new shower surround out of tile is going to entice buyers and has a good return on investment.
Shower Type
Many homeowners are steering away from the shower/tub combination. A separate shower space that is customized is the trend. This might mean putting body jets along the sides or including a digital shower system that heats the water to your preferred temperature. Some will prefer a rain showerhead while others wish to have a handheld. The type of showerhead is completely up to you. The space needs to be large enough to include a bench or sitting area since many homeowners prefer to have some room to sit and relax in the hot steam for a bit.
Deep Soaker Tub
Indulgence and relaxation have returned to the bathroom with the popularity returning to deep soaker tubs. Jets and Jacuzzi style tubs don’t have to be included here at all. Soaking and relaxing sore or tired bodies after a hard day at work is the goal. Claw foot tubs are also returning to the trending spotlight. There are sliding trays and organizers that can be placed over the tub to access your personal care products in this situation.
Radiant Heat Flooring
Although this may seem like a luxury to many, radiant heat flooring is quite popular. It is not as expensive as some may think and it does actually help to keep the entire room warm. This coil or radiant tubing is placed underneath hardwood or tile flooring and is wired into the electrical wiring that is already in place. The perk about this is that you are able to turn it on before getting in the tub or shower in the morning so that the room and floor are nice and warm when you get out.
Add Color
Don’t forget the color! Sterile is not the way to go anymore. Bathrooms are meant to be vibrant, relaxing and refreshing. Try to avoid reds, sandy colors and dark shades though. A little black as an accent is okay but try not to create an entire area based around this shade.
Popular trending colors for bathrooms are:
· Lime accents
· Yellow
· Orange
· Light gray
· Traces of Blue
Keep in mind that you should not make the room all one color, as it will be too loud. Use a cream or neutral base color, even light gray, and add in accents with a feature wall, tile and accessories of vibrant, popping colors.
More Natural Light
Bathrooms are known for being the darkest and smallest rooms in the home. Create more natural light by adding a skylight to a top floor bathroom or enlarging the existing window. Using mirrors with good CFL or LED light bulbs will also help light to dance off of the walls and other areas of the room to make it appear bigger and brighter.
These may seem like normal inclusions to many when it comes to bathroom design, but these are more modern and some are quite upscale. Pool and spa maintenance are an added expense that many homeowners don’t want, so bringing these features into the bathroom is the next best thing. Take away the dungeon and create your ultimate oasis of relaxation.
Shower Surround Tile
Glass tile and subway tiles are popular in bathrooms in 2014, and the previous few years. In some bathrooms a white subway tile is used but it is broken up with blue, green or black/gray glass tiles for contrast. A single piece shower surround is out the door and design/style is taking over. These materials brighten and modernize the space.
If you are planning to sell your home, creating a new shower surround out of tile is going to entice buyers and has a good return on investment.
Shower Type
Many homeowners are steering away from the shower/tub combination. A separate shower space that is customized is the trend. This might mean putting body jets along the sides or including a digital shower system that heats the water to your preferred temperature. Some will prefer a rain showerhead while others wish to have a handheld. The type of showerhead is completely up to you. The space needs to be large enough to include a bench or sitting area since many homeowners prefer to have some room to sit and relax in the hot steam for a bit.
Deep Soaker Tub
Indulgence and relaxation have returned to the bathroom with the popularity returning to deep soaker tubs. Jets and Jacuzzi style tubs don’t have to be included here at all. Soaking and relaxing sore or tired bodies after a hard day at work is the goal. Claw foot tubs are also returning to the trending spotlight. There are sliding trays and organizers that can be placed over the tub to access your personal care products in this situation.
Radiant Heat Flooring
Although this may seem like a luxury to many, radiant heat flooring is quite popular. It is not as expensive as some may think and it does actually help to keep the entire room warm. This coil or radiant tubing is placed underneath hardwood or tile flooring and is wired into the electrical wiring that is already in place. The perk about this is that you are able to turn it on before getting in the tub or shower in the morning so that the room and floor are nice and warm when you get out.
Add Color
Don’t forget the color! Sterile is not the way to go anymore. Bathrooms are meant to be vibrant, relaxing and refreshing. Try to avoid reds, sandy colors and dark shades though. A little black as an accent is okay but try not to create an entire area based around this shade.
Popular trending colors for bathrooms are:
· Lime accents
· Yellow
· Orange
· Light gray
· Traces of Blue
Keep in mind that you should not make the room all one color, as it will be too loud. Use a cream or neutral base color, even light gray, and add in accents with a feature wall, tile and accessories of vibrant, popping colors.
More Natural Light
Bathrooms are known for being the darkest and smallest rooms in the home. Create more natural light by adding a skylight to a top floor bathroom or enlarging the existing window. Using mirrors with good CFL or LED light bulbs will also help light to dance off of the walls and other areas of the room to make it appear bigger and brighter.
These may seem like normal inclusions to many when it comes to bathroom design, but these are more modern and some are quite upscale. Pool and spa maintenance are an added expense that many homeowners don’t want, so bringing these features into the bathroom is the next best thing. Take away the dungeon and create your ultimate oasis of relaxation.