Bath Shower Home Design

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...

After a long day at work, there is nothing better for your body and mind than a long, relaxing bath. Just imagine how soothing can be a nice long soak in a hot tub, how relaxing the fragrance of bath salts and scented candles can be! And every time you open your eyes, you feel like you are watching the ocean view through window under the water line, even though you’re still in your apartment downtown. Bathroom can also be a cozy place to spend time. L ike any other room, bathroom gives an excellent opportunity to be creative. It can be something much more than just toilet, sink and shower. You can choose original shapes of the furniture, interesting tilework or a wall mural that will add a drop of magic. In this post, I will give you a couple of hacks that will help you to turn a highly functional bathroom into a comfortable, modern and luxurious living space . Say “yes” to unconventional materials A beautiful bathroom is not only about tiles and porcelain. Different materials and fa...

Rooms They're not short of space at Rigaud: 16 original stone fireplaces , 4 staircases, 2 kitchens, 4 lounges and terraces - see Floor Plans. With ancient wooden beams , soaring ceilings, and long cool passages you don't expect any of the bedrooms to be poky. What you find are 8 large bedrooms where original features mix with contemporary boutique style : floors of dark wood or ancient terracotta , retro crystal chandeliers and big comfy wooden beds - either four-poster or sleigh - with high thread count cotton sheets and maybe a faux-fur throw. Colours are moody Farrow and Ball - perhaps dark blue in the Ballroom or more earthy tones in the Maroc room. All have en suite bathrooms - some with roll-top baths, others with walk-in showers; all have lovely organic Ren products , hairdryers and bathrobes. Additional children's beds and cots can be provided. Ballroom : one of the largest rooms with giant 4-poster bed and double aspect windows with views over meadows and...

Further Information St Leonard's Place is Yorkshire's Regency gem – an imposing, grade II* listed crescent of national architectural importance . Once a prestigious address for York's well-born and influential, this meticulous restoration will return these magnificent properties back to their former glory. Located in York's beautiful cultural heart , St Leonard's Place is entwined in a rich tapestry of history. Inspired by its position, heritage and bearing, and respecting the vision of its original creators, the ambition of the development is exceptionally high . The quality of design and execution will certainly surpass anything yet seen in the Region. The opportunity to own such a prestigious residence, in this treasured area, is simply unique. St Leonard's Place will provide 40 unique private homes in one of the country's finest Regency crescents . As the pinnacle of city-centre living, it will elevate York's residential offering to an unprecedente...

Many of us have visited national parks while on vacation, awed by their grandeur and natural beauty. But have you ever wondered what it would be like to wake up to such a breathtaking landscape every day? You never tire of it, says Leslie Bergman, who along with her husband, Ron, owns Spring Lakes Farm near the Olympic National Park in Washington. “The experience of living here is something much larger than ourselves, and we always wake with a sense of wonder and awe, which has never diminished,” she said. “It’s irresistible to live out here and not be outside, even standing on our front porch. We’re in a glacial carved valley , and we’re completely ringed by mountains. Just to stand out there with a cup of coffee, it’s really transformative. It’s transformative for your coffee as well.” [America’s natural heritage : a look at the 59 national parks ] People who live near national parks are treated each day to natural wonders that can include majestic mountains , sparkling la...

Full description Tenure: Freehold The pretty village of Harbertonford boasts a primary school, public house, church, village hall, an excellent village store/post office and a petrol station. The village sits alongside the River Harbourne and is about three miles to the south of Totnes, the commercial centre for this part of Devon. The coast is a short distance away with the sailing centre of Dartmouth some six miles to the south. For those who like a round of golf, Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, Thurlestone and Dainton courses are all within striking distance. The surrounding countryside is of outstanding natural beauty with wonderful coastal and countryside walks. Communications are superb with the mainline railway station at Totnes giving direct access to London Paddington and the A38 Devon Expressway easily accessible , linking Plymouth and Exeter where it connects with the M5. The Old Parsonage dates from the early 1800s with some later Victoria extensions. This charm...

One of the options when installing a tile shower is to use a pre- made fiberglass shower pan (which is exactly what I ripped out of my original shower ) but I didn't want that look, or to be constrained by the dimensions that are available.  I wanted a 'custom' shower. Therefore I settled on a " deck mud shower floor " which is made of multiple layers of cement with a PVC liner in between them.  I wouldn't call this a starter DIY project , but if you are even a little bit comfortable with working with mortar, it is completely doable by the average homeowner. Diagram courtesy of Oatey The quoted price I got for someone to just pour the floor and install the liner (not including any of the previous work I had already completed, or anything to do with the shower walls) was a little under $1000.  Yeah.  For that money I knew I could do it myself.  There are a TON of great tutorials out there about how to install a shower floor.  The method I used is most accurate...