Bath Shower Home Design

From a crowd- funded smart shovel to a why-didn’t-someone-do-this-sooner scheme for managing traffic in public restroom s, these ideas are noteworthy for creative problem -solving. Here are some of the most intriguing innovations the BD+C community has brought to our attention this year.   1. TRUSS SYSTEM UNDERGIRDS MONUMENTAL STAIR Structure becomes art at a Massachusetts college library To invite exploration of its new academic library, Salem (Mass.) State University selected a light-filled and airy design. The site and program called for deep floor plates , so the Building Team devised a dramatic open staircase as a central feature to help break up the density. The engineering solution consists of a truss that supports the whole stair, with each step created from a triangular box beam that hangs off the truss. Stairs are stringer-free and accented with eye- catching red paint . Glass panels protect users while showcasing the design. The prominent feature is also visible from...

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...