Wallpaper in the Bath

November 20, 2011

Water and fish; very bathroom worthy. Notice the soft taupe upon which the fish swim.Slideshow

I am not really a “trend” person, but I would have to be blind not to notice all the fabulous wallpapers being installed now, especially in powder rooms. I can’t think of a better place to experiment with some funky wall covering than a small bath. The drama ratio is high and the expense can be low because so little material is needed.

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Inspiration: Color in the Bath

November 19, 2011

Occasional splashes of bright color can liven any room of the house. In the bath, the splashes can be temporary with the addition of a seasonal towel collection.Slideshow

I have written at least one blog about white as my favorite color and will likely write more. My friend, Eric Mandil, has also recently written about color on The Perfect Bath. However, I was recently in Washington, DC and went to an early fall farmers market and then to the American Art Museum in the National Portrait Gallery. I was so inspired by the shades and tones of Fall and the great modern art that I decided to write about color and lots of it.

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Refreshing Your Bath

November 19, 2011

This bath is a wonderful example of what a bath refresh could look like. With interesting patterned black and white wallpaper, a great crisp white shower curtain hanging at the right length, and fluffy white towels, this bath looks fresh and updated yet so simple.Slideshow

Finally, the holidays are past, the parties a distant memory and now you can begin your winter home improvements. A good place to start is the bathroom. The planning process for a small refresh of any room is an exercise in organization, decision making, and investigation. The best results always come from taking your time and thoroughly defining the practical considerations and design dynamics of the space you are planning to overhaul.

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Bath Tips: Pressure Balance Shower Valves

November 18, 2011

Cast in brass, this is a pressure balance "rough". While you will never see this once the wall is tiled, the quality and engineering of the rough is the most important part of your shower system.Slideshow

I am asked all the time the best way to lay out a shower. There is really no “best” way. The design and layout are a function of personal preferences, budget, wall and door placement in the shower and valve selection. There are two things that are a must in my opinion: a hand shower and a place for soap and shampoo.

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