Bath Shower Home Design

Whether you’re going for the minimal classic look or the ritzy boutique hotel style , Kya deLongchamps has all the tips for you to clean up in the bathroom. Traditional or boldly contemporary — as ever it’s in the bathroom that we Irish are willing to take real risks. Pared to its essentials, this is a space that has never looked better, working hard but discreetly, and delivering more than ever to the split millimetre. Simplified lines In contemporary and even traditional bathrooms, design lines are increasingly fuss-free. Showers continue to float in near frameless surrounds with flush trays and tanking solutions embedded beneath tiling , leading the field.  The bath refuses to be bullied out by the water charges, and here’s a big buaile bos for Heritage and their beautiful Japanese style tubs . This new metallic effect double - ended acrylic freestanding bath set against deeply coloured walls , looks fabulous without the weight of a heavy metal, joist-straining monster.  Choose f...

A refreshing power shower provides a much needed boost ahead of a commute and a long day in the office. The modest square footage of the average London flat means that every inch counts and floor to ceiling glass enclosures help create the illusion of more space in the bathroom. “The trend for home owners to replace an old bath with a stylish shower is on the rise," says Peter Andrews, who heads up the bathroom department of one of London's leading plumbing firms Pimlico Plumbers (020 7928 8888, pimlicoplumbers.com). With Peter's expert advice, here is a guide to turning a dated bathroom into a contemporary shower space . Take the plunge The right plumber will offer an initial consultation, helping you achieve the ideal design while keeping in mind practical elements . "We like to speak to home owners about their lifestyles. Will the shower room be somewhere to wash before rushing out or a retreat? We then create a CGI of a shower room to suit them," says...

December 16 2008 Although the bathroom is typically the smallest room in the home, its planning requires some of the most attention to detail. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you make smart choices about bathroom planning , fixtures and finishes. In this article: Planning tips Bathtubs Showers Sinks Toilets Bidets Floor finishes Wall finishes Bathroom layout samples Door opening should not impede use of any fixtures All receptacles should meet local code requirements Allow for 6” between fixtures to facilitate cleaning Flooring finish should be slip-resistant Provide ambient and task lighting Allocate adequate storage space Privacy should be accommodated Proper heating and ventilation are required by natural and/or mechanical means Space Requirements Minimum clearance of 30” required in front of tub Faucets should be accessible from outside of tub There should be no more than one step to enter tub Grab bars should be installed for safety Planning Wall surround must be waterpr...

Celebrating its fourth year, Design and Construction Week is trading in the bright lights of Las Vegas for the bustling hub of the Sunshine State – Orlando, FL. For three days this month, the halls of the Orange County Convention Center will host some 80,000+ design and residential construction professionals and more than 2,100 exhibitors at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and the International Builders’ Show. KBIS and IBS, hosted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association and the National Association of Home Builders, respectively, are expected to fill more than 900,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space with a wide array of products, demonstrations, live presentations and more. Both show floors will be open Tuesday through Thursday, Jan. 10-12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On these pages, Kitchen & Bath Design News shares some of the stunning and innovative products that will be at the center of this year’s show. James Martin Furniture ’s (Booth S3828) Brookfield Collection vanity sh...