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11. Supersize me. Extra-large everything in this bathroom in Nashville, Tennessee. It must be hard to choose between lounging in the lap-pool-sized rectangular soaking tub or relaxing on the spacious walk-in shower bench. Style points for the patterned floor tile, starburst chandelier, large-format marble floor tile and elongated subway wall tile that goes on for days.Browse freestanding bathtubs
Large-Format Planks and TilesThere are so many flooring materials to choose from, but whether you choose stone, wood or porcelain, consider using a big, wide tile or plank to make a strong statement that grounds the space.A large-format tile reduces the amount of grout needed, which in turn helps create the look of a single seamless surface. On the other hand, a large stone tile or wood plank helps show off the natural character of the material, for a rich sense of texture.
Banquette. The other end of the kitchen is zoned for eating. “Because the family wasn’t using the dining room for dining, we made room for a light-filled eat-in breakfast nook complete with a custom built-in banquette,” Kaplan says. This photo shows the view from the front door of the home — it was important to make it a pleasing one. An oversize pendant anchors the space, while Louis Ghost chairs allow a clear view of the custom table.The beverage refrigerator and open shelves used for everyday china and glasses are located next to the banquette to make setting the table and grabbing drinks easy. And whoever is doing those tasks is out of the way of the cook and the baker. The geometric pillows that the homeowner fell in love with were the inspiration for the entire color palette in the room: navy blue, light gray and soft white.Kitchen table: custom, Tritter Feefer; Louis Ghost chairs by Philippe Starck, Kartell; geometric pillow fabric: Pindler; pendant: Hudson Valley; browse drum pendants
Don’t have a ceiling cavity that allows for recessed lighting? I face this situation often, including in this recently completed Toronto Interior Design Group project where we exposed the concrete ceilings.One option is to use a dropped ceiling over the island or even the full kitchen to allow space for potlights to tuck away. Another is to consider modern track lights. That’s right, track lighting is definitely back.Forget what you think you know about track lights based on the curvy tracks of harsh MR16 bulbs that were popular in the ’90s. Modern track lighting takes inspiration from art galleries and jewelry showrooms to deliver beautiful, functional, repositionable lighting that will be a welcome addition to any kitchen for years to come.MoreInterior Design Trends Expected to Take Hold in 2018Bathroom trends from KBIS
9. Appliance columns. In today’s market, people expect to be able to customize their product purchases, and individual fridge and freezer columns allow you to include the exact size of refrigerator or freezer you need, in whatever combination and placement best suits your needs.Compared to a traditional fridge-freezer combo with fixed proportions, the choices feel a lot less limited, so you can expect more homeowners to pursue this option in 2018 and beyond.
8. Quartz countertops. Speaking of surfaces, where you really need a hard-wearing material is on your counters, and for that reason engineered quartz has definitely solidified its spot as the top counter material (as confirmed by Houzz’s latest kitchen trends study).As a manufactured but natural stone-based material, quartz has the ability to mimic marble, slate or other stones, or create a solid-hued modern look, meaning it can truly suit any kitchen. This is probably why we’re seeing it so often, and why it won’t go away any time soon. The look may change, but the hard-wearing practicality won’t.
5. Undermount sinks. Not charmed by the apron-front style? Another one of my personal favorites, and a popular choice at seemingly every trade show, is a crisply rectangular stainless steel undermount sink. The practicality of this style is high because the undercounter style avoids seams above the counter that can catch crumbs and debris. Stylewise, the look is understated, letting the bold features of the kitchen be the star but giving a subtly clean and modern look that says you have an eye for details.
After. The large windows and chandelier highlight the new freestanding tub at the end of the long, narrow bathroom. Designer Lindsay Chambers created this new luxe look while still keeping one original component: brass. The brass can be found via the lighting, vanity hardware and faucets. Bathtub: Victoria + Albert; floor tile: Calacatta in a chevron pattern, Walker Zanger; cabinetry: custom Shaker; cabinet paint: Eggplant by Donald Kaufman Color; chandelier: Arctic Pear, Ochre; browse chandeliersRead more about this bathroom remodel
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5. Penny tile for your thoughts. A spacious dual-head shower and curvy freestanding tub get a luxurious upgrade thanks to a seemingly endless expanse of penny tile shimmering in the glow of an elegant chandelier.
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