Bathroom Trends

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Home spas, water conservation and ornamental accessories on a budget are some of the design trends emerging from by bath experts today. The Aveo Bathtub. Photo courtesy of Villeroy and Boch. “People want to get that spa retreat feel out of their bathrooms,” says Mark Karas, president-elect of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, which owns the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show and Conference, the largest gathering of kitchen and bath suppliers, designers and ideas. “They’re looking for that soaking tub separate from a shower. That’s the ultimate." At the same time, Karas says, they are very interested in saving water for its financial and environmental benefits. And while they still want quality hardware and sophisticated styles, homeowners are being more selective with where they spend their money. “Everybody is budget-conscious today,” says Karas. “But the number-one thing people want is good design.” Here are some good design ideas to consider for your next bathroom remodel. The In-Home Spa Having a free-standing tub and a separate shower is the ultimate in bathroom The TechnoM3 Spa Shower System. Photo courtesy of Cifial USA. luxury for many, says Karas. Bathtubs that are long and deep provide the greatest escape, and whirlpool jets can make bathing a transformative experience. The Aveo freestanding bathtub by Villeroy & Boch, for example, uses a simple, contoured design to evoke tranquility and comfort. The tub is 37 inches wide and 75 inches (more than six feet) long, which means you don’t just soak, you lounge. Multiple showerheads make a shower luxurious today. The Techno M3 series showerhead from Cifial USA comes with six individual body sprays, including a handheld shower spray. The ioDIGITAL Vertical Spa from Moen adds technology to the equation to enhance your shower experience. In addition to multiple showerheads, it allows you to set water pressure and temperature to your exact specifications. Once you find your favorite setting, it can be saved for future use. LED indicators on the LCD screen tell you when you have reached your perfect water temperature, The Moen ioDigital Shower. Photo courtesy of Moen, Inc. which means the days of stepping into a shower that’s too cold or too hot are gone. And because you can program up to four presets, you and your loved ones can have an individualized shower experience. That warm shower feels so good it can be hard to step out of the stall. A towel warmer can make that transition less jarring. If price had held you off from this luxury, consider a Myson Pearl Tower Warmer. These units, which are plugged in the wall, start at $200. Not only will it warm your towel, it can quickly dry delicate clothing and reduce bathroom moisture, mildew and musty odors, as well as heat the room.

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