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Small bathroom design is an area of great interest for professionals in the bathroom remodeling industry. Though most home owners see the small space as a limitation, designers in the field see it as opportunity. Working with limited room stretches the imagination to its limits, and when ideas come together, the perceived downfall of limited space becomes the great advantage of a cozy atmosphere.

For small bathroom design, the most important factor is maximizing the limited space. When the bathrooms physical space is properly expanded it affords many more opportunities for innovative design.

In order to make a small bathroom appear roomy there are certain things that should be avoided. Most people will opt for a pedestal sink or even a hanging sink in substitution of a sink which is imbedded into a counter top, and for the issue of space utilization, this if often a good idea. Countertops take up a lot of space and they are not always necessary. The storage allotted by a countertop can easily be replaced with a small closet or recessed vanity.

Hanging hardware such as towel racks and shelves should also be eliminated whenever possible. Towel racks can take up to 5 inches off the perceived width of a bathroom, and shelves can clutter up walls that would better be left alone. Instead, look into the possibility of a small closet. The actual space of the closet is not taken from the space of the bathroom, and any item can be stored there when it is not in use.

When choosing new toilets and sinks remember that smaller is better. You don’t want to be uncomfortable, but make sure your toilet isn’t so large that it causes your guests’ knees to touch the opposing wall while in use.

The space of the shower can also be minimized during a renovation. A bulky bathtub can be replaced by a tile shower. These showers can be customized to squeeze into any corner; they can even be built into a wall. Not only will this save room, but the opportunity for custom designs increase exponentially. As far as spacial perception is concerned, glass windows on a shower are far better than a shower curtain. A closed shower curtain might as well be a wall. When the shower is lined with glass it opens up the space within it, and makes a small bathroom appear that much larger.

Many home owners opt for crown molding in their bathrooms. This is certainly a luxurious option, but when attempting to maximize space it probably isn’t a good decision. Instead leave the corners open, and if possible, have a mirror that will reach all the way to the ceiling. If the lighting of the bathroom comes out of the wall in front of the sink, have the lights as high as possible. This will prevent the perception that the lights are taking up space.

By: A. E. Anderson

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Are you considering renovating your kitchen? Are you ready to change the old for the new? Are you looking for the fad kitchen design ideas for your working place? Typically every year, new ideas come and go as they are meant to be but it does not mean that you need to change your kitchen designs year after year. Renovation can be very costly so people are advised to get fad designs that will last a very long time. Listed below are some of the tips on kitchen design ideas.

Bright is right – Instead of the classic neutral wall painting, the trend for this year are bright reds, blues, greens and yellows. This may shock you. However, the kitchen is one part of your house that can be painted and look good with this type of paint.

Mess is out, Neat is in – Before, the use of refrigerator magnets are tolerated. They look cute. The countertop is filled with mess like the kitchen utensils, the walls full of hanging pots or pans. Well, this year the mess should be all but cleared out! Classic and clean kitchen countertops and refrigerator doors are in trend.

Vintage is back – The old style of mortar and pestle on the counter top is one good way to imitate the old design. You can simply alter the old style appliances with the modern and more efficient ones. The premise for this kind of look is the minimalism and cleanliness.

Kitchen for a chef – If you would like to go for this kind of look, you may want to look at what most restaurants look like today. This is because they usually update their kitchens regularly because for them, kitchen creates a mood for chefs. If your kitchen is seen on the dining room, this look will look good for your house.

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Flooring – For the kind of materials for the flooring, the best is to look for ones that come in sleek design like white ceramic, porcelain tiles, natural stone. Countertops – Use porcelain or the glass backsplashes which is still in trend. This classic design is one of the many designs that may never come out of trend. Cabinets – Installing organizing racks inside your cabinet is one of what modern kitchens have. Cabinets seen are mostly made from cherry wood and maple wood. The cabinet doors on the other hand are made of glass, nickel or aluminum. This is what is in for kitchen trends. Appliances – In modern houses, the appliances are mostly built under the counter or dishwashers hiding inside the drawer. The best thing about this technique is that does not just make the room to appear clean, it also allows more storage and promotes multipurpose tops.

When renovating your kitchen, make sure that you plan it out thoroughly and decide according to your needs and not the trend. Always remember that kitchen renovation is done once or a just a couple of times at the most in a person’s lifetime. Therefore, your kitchen design idea you should choose for your kitchen should be based on elegant design as this type lasts longer than most.

By: Richard McIntyre

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