Wednesday 7 March 2018

7 of the Most Stunning Bathroom Design Trends of 2018


It's no longer just about taking care of business: The bathroom is having a major design moment.
"With much of our focus now on wellness, eating healthy, and meditation, the bathroom is becoming more of a sanctuary," says designer Tina Ramchandani. For proof, she points to her clients, who are increasingly installing free-standing and soaking tubs. "Taking baths is becoming more popular—instead of quick showers—and I'm seeing more and more renovations including bathtubs in homes."
So what else is on tap (pun intended!) for the Year of the Bathroom?
Experts predict homeowners will experiment with color, texture, and materials as they rethink their bathroom's aesthetic. Expect to see a mix of transitional and contemporary styles with some unexpected twists, and a whole lotta technology to make your morning self-care routine a little more streamlined.
Excited yet? Read on to discover more about the beautiful things happening in bathrooms in 2018.

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5 Tips for Designing a Modular Kitchen with Tiles


Kitchens in India have come to be redefined aesthetically over the years with modern-day tiles imparting a brilliant and highly individualistic look to the entire cooking space. This trend of redecoration and renovation has emerged in tandem with the rise in popularity of modular kitchens in the country. With modern living becoming the central point of residences, modular kitchens fit right into the category with its amalgam of appliances, innovative space utilization, sinks, countertops, concealed cabinets, and much more. This is where tiles have played a great role in imparting the right look to modular kitchens.

The beauty of a modular kitchen is that it can be installed in any amount of space with a careful consideration of various factors. Planning any layout and design for the particular space will also include using the ideal tiles for the floor and the walls. One can easily buy tiles online in India from reputed tile manufacturers like Somany Ceramics who offer proper consultation when it comes to purchasing tiles. You can choose from a vast array of designs and configurations that are available on their website, and can also utilize the Tile Visualizer software to get a look and feel of how your kitchen will look after installing a particular set of tiles.


Telling a Story Through Tiles


“If I could, I would tile the world,” Gerry Eisenberg said. “Because I think it is the most wonderful medium.”
Ms. Eisenberg has not yet paved the streets in one-by-one-inch squares. But last summer, she did install a large mosaic in her master bathroom. Spidery tree branches rendered in stone tile are accented with 24-karat gold glass pieces incorporated in the form of delicate leaves. The mosaic design, executed by the company New Ravenna, takes up the entire shower wall, with a unifying ribbon of leaves encircling the room.

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