In all the sections in your home, the bathroom stays as one of the most complicated areas to renovate. Whether you’re trying to remodel or have a newly built shower, the first thing you’ll have in mind is that what time of bathroom should you choose. In upgrading a bathroom, there are a lot of things you need to consider before you start the project.
From your flooring, backsplash, color, furniture, countertop, and lighting, all these aspects are essential to build or upgrade a bathroom. But before everything else, you should always begin the process by planning. On top of that, you will need a reliable and trustworthy contractor or any professional that could help you build your dream bathroom.
No matter your reason, installing or renovating a bathroom is a serious task and can be complicated. It requires time, effort, and money. Therefore, you have to thoroughly plan the right style that would suit your chosen design. To give you an idea of what type you should select, here’s a list of bathroom styles to choose from.
THE MASTER BATHROOM
Often designed to set a relaxing and calm atmosphere, the master bathroom is a full bath which adjoins to the master bedroom. Considered as the grand bathroom, this type is luxurious and elegant-looking. Therefore, having this type of shower may cost you a fortune, but the comfort you’ll get out of it would be on top quality.
As it’s usually connected to the master bedroom, there will be a lot of factors you need to consider to achieve the master bathroom. First, you will need to plan thoroughly about your design as it needs to be a luxurious and spa-like bathroom. In this way, you will need the help of some experts about home improvement.
You need to check for reliable home improvement companies around your area, or you can directly contact us to assist you with your project. A master bathroom usually includes double vanities with a mirror and a sink, closets, extra storage, steam shower, semi-private toilet, dressing room, sauna, and of course the tub.
INCORPORATE ELEGANCE WITH FUNCTIONALITY
Sometimes, homeowners only pay little attention to their bathrooms. But, little do they know that the bathrooms are one of the most important areas inside the house. So to spice up your idea about what bathroom style to choose, try incorporating different concepts such as elegance and functionality.
If you have the money to spend on a luxurious hotel then why not bring your hotel experience to your bathroom and revamp it with elegance, in this way, you’ll be more comfortable with the place, and you can use it anytime without even paying. Therefore, start planning on your big project in renovating your bathroom to give you a luxurious experience.
There’s no more excellent combination than elegance and functionality. Try installing dual chandeliers on your bathroom to improve lighting. Also, marbles are an excellent flooring material that could bring beauty to your bathroom. Lastly, install life size mirrors as it could make your bathroom more spacious and bright.
PLAN AND IMPROVE PLUMBING
Renovating your bathroom means work for plumbing too. If you’re planning on a complete overhaul and changing the placements of your fixtures, then you’ll have to renew your pipe completely. When you set your tub in a peaceful area, you need to plan for the plumbing so things wouldn’t be complicated when the project starts.
Plumbing is a serious matter as the functionality of the bathroom will depend on its piping system. Some power showers and tubs require a plumbing upgrade so make sure to check every fixture you’ve got to see if they have the right measurements. On the other hand, some installations require a ¾ inch pipes instead of using the standard ½ inch version.
Therefore, to have a smooth operation, you can hire a professional plumber to take care of the plumbing section. In addition to the fixtures, if you want to install a luxurious shower fixture for your bathroom which uses 9 gallons of water per minute, you may need to install two water heaters to make it more functional.
FULL BATHROOM
A full bathroom is what you call the typical family bathroom in a house. It has high-traffic spaces that could accommodate the entire family. Full baths don’t need to be luxurious and elegant. A simple shower that can serve its purpose would be enough for a family. Also, most professional suggests that full bathrooms are for large areas which can fit a lot of fixtures.
In addition to that, full bathrooms can have different styles and designs. The decision will always be coming from you. So when you’re planning, make sure the area won’t be cramped with unnecessary features and fixtures that would make your bathroom cramped.
This type of bathroom could be spacious and relaxing. With a tub, ample storage, and a shower, you can have a great bathing experience. You can upgrade your bathroom and equip it with a large vanity which has plenty of space for extra storage and to keep your unused toiletries. Also, large vanities would make the area brighter and spacious to improve comfort.
TAKEAWAY
If you’re planning on renovating your bathroom or having a newly installed bathroom, it’s always essential to plan to avoid complication on the project. There are a lot of factors to consider to achieve the bathroom you wanted for your family. Also, don’t forget to seek help from professionals as they would make your project a lot better and easier to handle.
There are different designs, layouts, styles, and types of bathroom you can choose. But keep in mind that not all sorts could be suitable for your home as you need to consider the space, area, plumbing, etc. to make it functional. Therefore, plan and choose the right bathroom design to achieve the best bathroom experience you can offer for your family.
Olivia Cirocco
Design Manager
As a Bachelor of Interior Architecture graduate of The University of South Australia, Olivia has gained extensive experience in the field. In addition to developing critical analysis skills, Olivia learned how to implement creative, environmentally and socially sustainable settings. Using these techniques she has since enjoyed specialising as a bathroom and kitchen designer.
