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Design Trends in Bathroom Remodeling

Design Trends in Bathroom Remodeling

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bathroom trendsDesign Guidance from Sea Pointe Design & Remodel’s Industry Experts

Design that allows for aging-in-place is more popular than ever. When we design baths to be more accessible, we look for opportunities to include a full bath on the first floor of a home, offer wider halls and doorways and specify non-slip flooring, shower seats and grab bars for the tub, water closet area and shower. We often present our clients looking to remain in their home for the extended future with an option of a large walk-in shower without a threshold. For many remodels, a larger shower area can be achieved if the tub is eliminated. Double vanities are among the most requested feature when we are designing a new bath along with storage capabilities, stone or engineered stone (quartz) vanity tops and private water closet compartments.

Bathrooms as Spas

Creating a spa-like retreat in a home is another dominate trend. System tubs that offer hydro therapy, aroma therapy and light therapy appear on a number of our clients’ wish lists. We can convert a bath into a wet room by offering steam and different therapies that promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle.

Bathtubs, Vanities, and Lighting

Freestanding tubs that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes continue to trend high. Many of our clients come to the showroom wanting to incorporate bolder colors in their fixture finishes such as bronze and black. For whole home projects, our clients are attracted to consistency of imagery among baths that feature similar products and approaches in powder rooms and secondary baths that are used for the master suite.

In baths where space is a premium, we will suggest installing vanity mirrors that reach to the ceiling, specifying pendant lighting instead of the commonly used light bars, recommending wall-mounted vanities and toilets with lighting underneath, and using the same tile on walls as the floor. All of these design elements help to make a bath, whether it is the master, powder room or secondary bath, appear larger.

If you have bathrooms in your home that are in need of a makeover or if you would like to create a spa-like haven that promotes health and well-being, schedule an in-home first appointment with a member of the Sea Pointe Design & Remodel design team, today!

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Your Master Bathroom Remodel ROI

Your Master Bathroom Remodel ROI

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bathroom remodelMost Orange County homeowners decide to renovate their bathroom because their current bath no longer meets their needs, and life is too short not to live in a space that makes you smile every time you use it. If you are considering a remodel for a bath that is either functionally or aesthetically underwhelming, there are compelling reasons to make a change.

The Return on Investment You Can Expect

Updated bathrooms increase the value of your home. The kitchen and master bath are the two most important rooms in your house, not only for enjoyment but also for creating value. A renovated bath not only improves your quality of life, but it also increases the resale value of your home and makes your home more attractive and easier to sell.

New technology, advances in product design and showroom expertise exist to help you create the in-home spa of your dreams. Your personal retreat may include a steam shower with music, light and aroma therapies. Perhaps you’d like heated floors and towel warmers that help you and your family stay warm and toasty following a bath or shower. A free-standing tub is a sculptural work of art and could serve as a beautiful focal point of your space. 

If done right, bath renovation can provide a high return on investment. Our showroom professionals know the fixtures that withstand the test of time for their appearance, performance and functionality. It’s a win to you to redo a shower and install a high-efficiency shower head with spray options ranging from a gentle mist to rain forest. This is  complemented by a thermostatic valve that allows you to specify the exact water temperature to wash away the stresses of the day, recharge your batteries, and relax tired muscles. These improvements can hold their value for decades.

Aging in Place

Increasingly, a large percentage of our clients are opting to stay in their homes longer and upgrade to allow themselves and their family members to age in place gracefully and with dignity. Bathroom renovations provide the perfect opportunity to install curbless showers, decorative grab bars, lower countertops and an overall footprint that improves the functionality and flow of the bath now and for the future.

Recent surveys from plumbing manufacturers find that Americans are spending more time in the bath. When you think about it, the bath is the place where you and your family start and end the day. How much more enjoyable would your mornings and evenings become if you had a vanity mirror that adjusted light levels to help ensure that you look your best regardless of the time of day? 

There are multiple reasons to remodel your bath. If your bathrooms no longer serve your functional, lifestyle or aesthetic needs, give the Sea Pointe Design & Remodel Design/Build professionals a call at (949) 861-3400 or visit our design showroom at 576 Wald, Irvine CA 92618.

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Pros and Cons for Open Shelves in the Kitchen

Pros and Cons for Open Shelves in the Kitchen

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open kitchen shelvingOpen shelving has become an increasingly popular kitchen design feature among our clients because it provides a combination of an aesthetic focal point with superb functionality. Open shelves offer a look with universal appeal. They enable homeowners to showcase a dramatic back splash, display dishes, pottery, sculptures, plants, herbs, and dishware and glassware, among numerous other options. Plus, open shelves provide home chefs with the functionality to access their favorite cooking tools within arm’s reach. So, what’s the downside? Open shelves limit storage and can contribute to a cluttered look and feel.

Open Shelving Works When …

  1. Items that a homeowner wants to showcase are uniform in size.
  2. Homeowners want to easily access the cooking tools that they use most often without having to search in a cabinet or drawer. At a glance, homeowners know where everything is and know exactly what’s ready for use. Seeing all of your pieces encourages you to use more of your china and serving dishes because they’re never out of sight nor out of mind.
  3. Homeowners don’t want to display kitchen gadgets and tools and products that can be relegated to cabinets and drawers.
  4. Budgets are tight. Shelving tends to be less expensive than cabinetry and less costly to install.
  5. You want to showcase a back splash, collectibles, artwork and dish and glassware.
  6. Space is at a premium. Open shelves can make a kitchen appear larger and more open.

Open Shelving Does Not Work When…

  1. You don’t have the time or the inclination to keep the shelves organized.
  2. You don’t have the time or the inclination to clean often. Open shelves tend to attract dust and grease and grime generated from cooking.
  3. You are seeking custom design on a budget. For custom kitchens, the cost savings are negligible, especially if the client wants custom shelving.
  4. Functionality is more important than aesthetics. A primary benefit of open shelves is to have the most used kitchen items at your fingertips. It takes time and effort to keep everything in its place to avoid a cluttered aesthetic.
  5. There are too many items on the shelves that contribute to a cluttered, disorganized look.
  6. When you need the storage space that cabinets provide. Upper cabinets conceal clutter and disorganized dishes that you may not have time to straighten up. Upper cabinets help keep things tucked away and off the countertops.

Not sure? There are many cases when you can combine cabinets with open shelves. Are open shelves a feature that will work in your new kitchen? Give us a call at (949) 861-3400, or visit our design showroom in Irvine, to determine how you can create the kitchen of your dreams.

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Bathroom Remodel Design Trends

Bathroom Remodel Design Trends

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bathroom remodelIn bathroom renovations, our clients are gravitating toward an emerging trend of incorporating ledges into a shower or tub area instead of a niche. Not only are ledges beautiful, but they also provide the functionality necessary to hold soap, shampoo, conditioner and other bath products. Practicality is another reason we have been recommending ledges instead of niches. A niche needs to be between two wall studs, and it needs to be tiled and finished on the edges. Ledges require less construction time, which translates to lower cost.

Bathroom Seating and Unique Tiling Options

Bathroom seating is another popular trend that is resonating with our clients in Orange County. Our clients appreciate the ability to sit in their bathroom and relax. A bench or other seating area in a bath provides an alternative to standing while brushing your teeth, putting on makeup or preparing for the day or bedtime.

Tiling the bathtub apron is another popular trend that creates a focal point in a bath. Imagine wrapping your tub in a matching tile that adorns the shower stall or back splash. Using tile or another material around the tub is an innovative technique for making a cost-effective design statement.

Bathroom Vanities and Lighting

Another of the most popular bathroom design features in Southern California, and among the ten most popular bathroom photos on Houzz.com, are baths with double floating vanities. Wall-mount vanities that don’t reach the floor make cleaning the bath easier, and floating vanities and toilets help make smaller spaces appear larger. We often recommend under cabinet lighting as a design feature as it enables you to navigate the bath in the middle of the night while minimizing the possibility of waking your partner.

What trends can you capitalize on to make your kitchen and bath more enjoyable and functional while adding value to your home? Give us a call at (949) 861-3400 or visit our design showroom in Irvine to discuss the possibilities for your project!

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Kitchen Remodeling Design Trends

Kitchen Remodeling Design Trends

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kitchen remodel design trendsThe most popular layout among U.S. homeowners undertaking a kitchen renovation is L-shaped, according to a recent Houzz.com survey. Nearly 50 percent of homeowners changed or plan to change the layout of the kitchen as part of their remodeling plan. U-shaped kitchens were the second most popular layout, followed by a galley layout.

Kitchen Layout and Size

Open floor plan kitchens are another significant trend among homeowners remodeling their kitchens. Many of our clients agree – opening up their kitchen space to other parts of their home is one of the most requested services. The Houzz survey found more than 50 percent of homeowners opting for opening the kitchen to other living areas, while 18 percent choose to open their kitchen space to outdoor spaces.

The average size of a kitchen remodel was 230 square feet. A reported 40 percent of homeowners opted to increase the size of their kitchen as part of their remodel. More significant than size is style. The top priority among homeowners in the survey, and among our clientele, is to create a kitchen that is both stylish and beautiful. That’s the number one reason why our clients depend on our showroom. We know how to ask the right questions to determine wants, needs and dreams. The most popular style of kitchen renovations was transitional, followed by contemporary and farmhouse.

Kitchen Organizational Tools

A well-designed kitchen is an organized kitchen. The greatest source of buyer’s remorse among our clients is overlooking storage and accessories that make the kitchen easier to use and more beautiful. According to the survey, the top built-in and specialty storage amenities specified for American kitchens are as follows:

  • Pullout waste or recycling cabinets (67 percent)
  • Cookie sheet/tray organizers (55 percent)
  • Deep drawer organizers (45 percent)
  • Pull/swing out trays/shelves (44 percent)
  • Lazy Susans (44 percent)
  • Spice organizers (42 percent)
  • Cutlery organizers (40 percent)
  • Utensil organizers (35 percent)
  • Pots and pan organizers (34 percent)
  • Small appliance garage/drawers (24 percent)
  • Wine and/or bar cabinets (20 percent)
  • Pull out corner drawers (19 percent)
  • Dish organizers (18 percent)

If you’d like ideas for making the kitchen of your dreams become a reality, call us at (949) 861-3400 or visit our design showroom in Irvine to discuss the possibilities for your project!

 

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