Bathroom suite trends for 2009
January 3, 2009 – 9:11 pmThis video, set to a classic 80’s soundtrack, showcases modern bathroom suites which are expected to be popular during 2009.
Bathroom Designs in 2009
January 2, 2009 – 3:58 pm
Although analyists see no end in sight for the credit crunch this year, the impact this will have on the home improvement industry may in fact be minimal. If anything, the credit crunch may even have a positive effect on interior design trends. As housing prices continue to spiral, more and more people will opt to remain where they are rather than move from house to house in order to climb the property ladder as before, making it more likely that they will spend on improving their home.
Following on from design trends in 2008 , we will see a leaning towards bathroom furniture, especially darker woods such as wenge and oak, a look which is ultimately reflected in more modern masculine bathrooms.
For toilets and basins more contemporary style sanitary ware is expected to be the choice in new bathrooms rather than traditional. The popularity of wall-hung toilets and basins grew measurably thoughout 2008 and this trend is expected to continue in 2009.
Walk-in showers were a big seller last year and 2009 promises to see the same style incorporated into new bathroom designs, as well as the popular steam/shower cabins.
Modern bathrooms are always pushing the boundaries in design, and this comes about from the users tastes and preferences. Remember, you don’t have to be an interior designer by trade to create a unique bathroom to your liking, just dare to be imaginative.
Jack and Jill bathroom design
November 25, 2008 – 11:09 am
We all know what a rush it can be in the family household in the mornings with everybody clamouring for their time in the bathroom. This can often cause countless arguments as we bicker over who is spending the longest time in the bathroom. One great way to helping solve this problem is to create a Jack and Jill style bathroom. This essentially is a shared bathroom between two bathrooms, usually created for a brother and sister with two doors, each leading to a seperate bedroom.
The first thing to consider when creating the Jack and Jill bedroom is the colours. Neutral colours such as light greens, baby blues or yellow are ideal for creating gender neautral rooms. Wall decor should be appealing to both sexes, so think about things that interest both the people who will use the bathroom. Maybe a poster of a film they both enjoyed, or wall art that’s both modern and appealing to both sexes.
If you shop around you can find bathroom suites with double basins. Although this isn’t essential for the Jack and Jill bathroom, as it’s unlikely that both will use the bathroom at the same time, it is good for giving the appeal that both will have their own seperate wash area.
Vanity units work well in this style of bathroom, especially larger ones with double doors, so both can have their own space for storing toiletries. Alternatively, you can have two seperate bathroom wall cabinets.
With accessories you will need two of some things, ie robe hooks, towel holders, and possibly soap dishes. That’s the trick behind making the Jack and Jill bathroom work - giving the impression that each user feels like it is their bathroom and not one that they are sharing with a sibling.
Whether you have a shower or bath will obviously depend on the size of the room. Small corner shower cubicles take up very little space so are a better option than installing a bath.
One last tip - set a rota on who should clean the bathroom and when.
There you have it. Mum and dad have more time in the bathroom, and Jack and Jill get to feel like they have they’re own ensuite bathroom.
