Bath Shower Home Design

One of the newest ways to add warmth to a bathroom is also one of the oldest: a fireplace. While fireplaces have traditionally been found in living rooms, dens and occasionally bedrooms, the idea of soaking in the bathtub while a cozy fire glows nearby is gaining popularity. Realtors have long known that a well- designed bathroom adds a significant boost to a home's resale value, and fireplaces are a sought-after feature as well. In fact, according to the National Association of Home Builders, a fireplace is one of the top three features requested by consumers out to buy new homes. Put that fireplace in the bath, and you have a room with a real wow factor . Not so long ago, adding a fireplace meant installing a traditional, full-size mantel placed over a fireplace opening that's sitting on a hearth. Today, however, a huge variety of prefab fireplace designs — from classic to sleekly modern — means that homeowners can find a perfect fit for any type or size bathroom strai...

It’s easy to picture your family in this beautiful East Amherst home …whether the kids are doing their homework in front of the cozy fireplace in the hearth room as dinner is being prepared in the nearby kitchen or you are hosting a dinner party in the open dining room – or simply enjoying the view from the great room. Set on a one-third acre parcel with a meandering creek and woods separating the lot from a neighbor’s private driveway, this 3, 350 square foot custom built home by Natale Builders has everything you need – and then some. Located in the Avalon Meadows subdivision off Casey Road (near Youngs), 140 Avalon Meadows Lane – recently featured in the Horizons Home Show – offers a partial open floor plan on the main floor. As you walk up the front path and pass the attached two-car garage, the stone and shake shingle exterior , the home’s beautiful landscaping and accent lighting will give you a feeling of “home.” Enter through the front door into the spacious entry, and th...

Built in the late 1980s, this Vermont house was burdened by drafts and energy-guzzling appliances. The only "green" was growing on the surrounding 180 acres of countryside. To reach the green expectations of its homeowners, the farmhouse underwent a three-phase renovation while keeping its original footprint. This created a subtle exterior transformation . New galvanized metal roofing in two colors and a cool color palette freshen the look. Airtight insulation, efficient geothermal heating and cooling, and the new metal roofing altered the structure. Additions of efficient metal-clad windows and insulated doors had equal influence on the home's style. Eco-Friendly Remodeling Mudroom Makeover Just inside the front door, the mudroom's mix of open shelving and pullouts manages the gear and mess that accompany country living . Family and guests have a bench to sit on while lacing up their shoes. Throw pillows keep the sunny seat a welcoming scene. Hooks opposite of t...

This is for the folks who may not be super handy with a hammer. It’s for the folks who have to call up a friend or family member when a light bulb needs changing. If you’re not a fixer upper, remodeling a home is probably a little out of your scope and that’s okay! There are tons of great homes that have been recently remodeled by pros! Here’s a closer look at a few of our favorites on the market now! OZARK, MO  Located on the golf course in Millwood San Poppi , this 5 bedroom 3-1/2 bath home offers a spacious open floor plan that takes advantage of the beautiful views . Wonderful contemporary kitchen with island, granite, gas stove and built in refrigerator, fantastic main floor master suite that opens to the covered patio with fireplace, plus remodeled master bath in 2016! Upstairs media room (5th bedroom) has a private bath and a built-in wall murphy bed . A fantastic property with a contemporary flair and upgraded amenities. OZARK, MO  Just finishing a complete remodel! Priv...

Natives know where to go for a real San Francisco experience : the city's neighborhoods. What better way to make family and friends comfortable than to have them stay close by in one of Noe Valley's guesthouses. While many local guesthouses and bed-and-breakfasts have been hit by the current economic slump --and by the competition from a drop in downtown hotel prices --the good news is guests no longer have to book six months in advance and can sometimes negotiate a lower room rate . Still, most guesthouses report business is steady, at least on the weekends. In Noe Valley we are fortunate to have a mix of lodgings that serve a wide range of needs. You can find a cottage with handicapped access for grandparents, several places that welcome children, or a quiet room in a house, for a friend. In this survey, which updates our B&B roundups in the June 1997 and May 1999 issues, the Voice uncovered a variety of hospitality styles: a European- style tourist home , a fully furn...

Pack excitement and whimsy into your travels the moment you check in. At these 10 unique destinations, your hotel is the adventure. Sleep under the magical glow of the northern lights, cozy up in a traditional Kyrgyz village , or live out your childhood dreams in a rain forest tree house . Manta Resort, Pemba Island, Zanzibar The Manta Resort would be a unique stay anyway, with its beach villas on a remote island surrounded by pristine waters. But book the Underwater Room and sleep below the surface as colorful reef fish glide past large windows surrounding your double bed. At night, spotlights under the windows can be turned on to attract fish and octopuses. The sea-level floor above has a simple living area and bathroom, and the rooftop patio is perfect for sunbathing or taking in the Milky Way at night. When not enjoying your room, get a spa treatment, go scuba diving, or explore the interior of this island teeming with wildlife and culture. Golden Crown Levin Iglut , Levi, Fi...

Live the high life on Wisconsin’s Oconomowoc Lake, once the summertime escape for Milwaukee’s beer barons. The 16,000-square-foot “Minnewoc mansion” on the lake was listed for sale on Monday for $10.5 million. The six-bedroom, 10-bathroom home is currently the most expensive listing in southeastern Wisconsin, according to Coldwell Banker Elite broker Jon Spheeris , as well as listings on Redfin. “The setting is spectacular,” Mr. Spheeris said of the home, which sits on more than seven acres and has 800 feet of land on the water. “Oconomowoc is one of the finest lakes out here.” Once known as the “Newport of the Midwest,” the area attracted rich brewers , according to Mr. Spheeris. That included the Millers, the Schlitz  family and the Pabsts. More:  Click to Read Fairy Tale Castle Living With a Dose of Reality Minnewoc mansion is, in fact, located on Pabst Road, but was built in 1892 for another brewer: George Bullen from Chicago. He bought the land, called Minnewoc, in 1888, and spen...