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dedicated workspace. Even a closet can
be transformed into a workspace with the
right planning, and the whole office can be
put away at day’s end by simply closing the
closet door.
If you have even less space to work
with, try a wall-mounted desk that can be
extended when in use and can collapse
flush with the wall when it’s not. Cubby
holes built into the interior wall area can
also provide places for storage in a tight
space. A creative builder can help you
make the most of your available space.
If your office is not separated from the
rest of your home and building a wall is
not an option, there are still attractive ways
to define your workspace. For example,
tall wooden shutters can be linked
together with hinges and painted to any
color to create a private area. Though not
soundproof, they can create an intimate
atmosphere of privacy when needed for
oneself or seeing clients. Tall silk plants,
such as a series of ficus trees, can also be
used to divide the space.
Don’t skimp on your office chair! It’s
likely a place where you will be sitting
for several hours every single day. Make
sure that it’s comfortable and provides
plenty of lumbar support, in addition to
being an attractive addition to your office.
Visit Spine-Health.com for some helpful
suggestions on choosing the right chair
that will work best for you.
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THE GREAT ESCAPE –
YOUR BATHROOM
Though your bathroom may not
spring to mind as the place to hold
your next cocktail party, with the right
accoutrements, your bath can be a great
place to hang out and enjoy life. And if you
live with family members, it may be the
only place in your house where you can
truly be alone for a bit.
Besides just being a place to “get ready”
to meet the day, it’s also a relaxing space
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to recharge your batteries after a long
week at work. Hydrotherapy is one of
the best ways to relieve stress and help
tired, overworked muscles. With tons of
specialized showerheads, you can have
everything from the sprinkle of a gentle
rain to an invigorating massage to bring
your body back to center. And a nice
relaxing bath in a soaker tub can make the
world go away for a while.
If a homeowner is just updating and
not moving plumbing, heating ducts
and electricity, the makeover can start
at around $10,000. The choices for
today’s bath are incredibly enticing.
Many homeowners are opting for larger
showers that will not only get you clean,
but can also bathe you in LED lighting
that changes colors to suit your mood.
You can also enjoy your favorite music in
the shower to either calm you down after
a stressful day, or pep you up for the daily
routine.
Vanities and bath cabinetry have also
arrived in the 21st century. Vanities are
no longer empty-shell cabinets that
open to a cavernous interior with little
customization. Current options for
drawers and cabinets include specialized
areas for storing your blow dryer neatly
away and stackable storage options for
makeup. And while you’re standing in
front of that vanity applying your makeup,
you can watch TV in the mirror! New
technology allows your favorite TV
program to be projected onto the mirror,
so you can keep up with the latest baseball
scores or check the weather before going
out.
Slate and marble tile are always elegant
options for bathrooms, but one of the
latest trends in baths are porcelain tiles
that mimic wood. These tiles come in
sizes up to 48” and can be laid to look like
natural woodgrain, without the worry of
water damage. The woodgrain appearance
really warms up the bathroom.
And speaking of warm – your toilet can
be warm too. Homeowners can opt for a
“throne” with a retractable base that comes
out and heats your feet as well as the seat
of the toilet. And new touchless flushing
helps prevent the spread of germs among
your family, along with a bidet, which
ensures a much cleaner experience.
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