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Luxury Bathroom Design Ideas

• Flooring

While creating a luxury bathroom, flooring is the first consideration you need to make. Instead of opting for the normally-used marble, which is porous, slippery and needs to be polished at least once a year, you should go for alternatives like bamboo, stone, wood, glass, tile and ceramic. They are wonderful to look at and also give a sumptuous look to the bathroom.

• Color

While whites and pastels are the hot favorites for a bathroom, you can use bold colors and textured paints as well, to revamp your restroom into a luxurious one. However, remember that the color you opt for the walls should go well with the flooring and accessories in the bathroom.

• Rugs

Rugs provide a gentle and smooth feeling to the feet. They also add to the luxury effect, by giving the bathroom color, texture and life. There are umpteen varieties in the style and color of area rugs. Choose one according to the design and color of your bathroom.

• Scented Candles

Oh, it’s so romantic! How many times have you said this when you have come across a luxurious bathroom, lighted with scented candles? So, why not create the same effect in your own bathroom! Scented candles are perfect for adding to the calming effect of a magnificent bathroom. They give just the ideal aroma, fragrance and of course, light!

• Plants and Flowers

The beauty of plants and flowers add to the glamour of a luxury bathroom. Apart from giving a soothing feel, they also act as great decorative items. You can use natural plants if your bathroom gets enough sunlight. If not, go for the silk version of plants and flowers, which are just the perfect replacement.

• Furniture

Place cushy chairs or benches at one side of the bathroom. They help you relax before as well as after baths. However, you need to make sure that they match the overall décor of your bathroom.

Bathroom Design Ideas

Bathroom Shower Curtains
Bathroom shower curtains are perfect functional bathroom accessories that can change the look of your bath decor. People who do not want to go for a glass wall shower cubicle can make use of a good shower curtain to define their shower area. Shower curtains shield the rest of the bathroom (other than the shower area) from water sprays while adding color to your bathroom. It is quite affordable and durable and forms an important part of your bathroom design. Bathroom shower curtains must be resistant to water and moisture and need to be clean and dried frequently.

While most of the people try to match their shower curtains with their wall color, receding them into the background, you can let your creative side decide on how to choose shower curtain for your bath. You can even let the shower curtain you like dictate the bathroom decor theme and choose other elements to match or compliment it such as bathroom towels and wall art while you match your bath rugs with the window curtains. While buying a shower curtain, you have to decide whether it will be used as a bathroom display or will be pulled off to one side when bath is not in use depending on the size of your bathroom.

Shower curtains can define the color palette, mood or theme of your bathroom or can prove to be a unifying theme to tie all the bath decor colors and patterns together. Bathroom shower curtains can be bold and exotic and can be a deciding factor in the bathroom decor style such as traditional, contemporary, country, rustic, shabby chic, Japanese and Victorian. You can then choose the colors of your bath rug and window drapes from it. Especially in small bathrooms, shower curtains occupy a large space and needs to be appealing to the eye and be a part of your prominent style. Choose shower curtains with good aesthetic sense and make a personal statement in your bathroom.

Bathroom Styles

Contemporary Style
Contemporary style is minimalist style known for its consistency. It is clean, uncluttered and sleek having plain and straight line interior where wood and stone finishes play very important role. It is applicable in homes having modern interior. It emphasizes on textures, material, lines, lighting and sharp edged designs.

Use neutral colors such as - whites, blacks, creams, earth tones and grays.  But people really want to feel somewhat energetic in bathroom then they can highlight the wall by painting in an accent color without disturbing the overall simplicity and of the contemporary bathroom. However, you cannot use the eclectic look for the whole bathroom, if contemporary.
Some of the important properties of contemporary bathroom are brushed metal fixtures, textured cotton fabric, natural stones, freestanding bathtub, logical lighting.

Contemporary bathrooms include:

•      Use furniture with clear and clean lines with smooth surfaces.
•      Furniture should be of light color wood like maple, teak with minimal grains.
•      You can use stainless steel furniture, Clear glass, chrome, and nickel.
•      When painting the walls, choose shades of brown, taupe, cream or pure white. However, neutral does not mean boring, so be sure to infuse the room with small splashes of a more vibrant, bold color.
•      This may include painting one wall with an accent color, adding a bold red sofa, or adding vivid accessories, such as decorative pillows, towels, rugs or art. Just be sure not to over-accessorize -- the key to contemporary design is simplicity.
•      Lighting plays the most important role in contemporary design, to illuminate the decor. Track lighting are popular in contemporary design.
•      Natural fabrics such as silk, wool, linen, and cotton are used for upholstered chairs. However, bold color or geometric pattern may be brought into the design with pillows, a rug or throw.
•      Stainless steel, nickel and chrome metals are prevalent for bath vanity in contemporary design.
•      Glass shelves can be used to give urban style to the bathroom.

Small Bathroom Designs

Choosing Bathroom Fixture

•      Before deciding on the type of light fixtures you want for your bathroom, you need to figure out the light level, potential location and the style you would prefer for the fixtures. Mirrored lights are a good option in small bathrooms, as they will illuminate the entire space. Recessed or sunk-in lighting fixtures are also very popular these days. They are available in plain metal rim as also in ornate designs.
•     Plain styles and neutral colors are best for those who change their décor frequently. A basic porcelain-over-cast-iron bathtub, a porcelain toilet and a porcelain or cast-marble sink is a great combination for those with eclectic tastes.
•     * The fixtures that you choose for the bathroom should well complement the rest of your bathroom décor, including the faucets, showerhead etc. The design of the entire bathroom should look either similar or complementary.
•      The number of users is also a factor to be kept in mind while deciding the bathroom fixtures. Multiple sinks can be installed, if there are many people using the same bathroom.
•      Budget is also going to be an important determinant in deciding your bathroom fixtures. Fixing your budget will help you specify what fixtures you can go for.
•      If you want your bathroom to look ornate, go for embellished fixtures. Some modern pieces have a geometric or swirl design. Fluting and flora designs adorn the more traditional fixtures and they have a classic style.
•      You also need to assure that your bathroom is in sync with the décor of the rest of your house. However, this should not limit your options. 

Some More Tips

•      The bathroom tub with claw feet and elongated pedestal base is a classic design. You can also go for sunken marble or Roman style tubs to impart an antique look to the bathroom.
•      The sink options may include a streamlined pedestal sink. A sink that displays the plumbing below will impart a more modern character to your bathroom. Marble sinks will make your bathroom look traditional and so will the sinks with embellished pedestals.