Select Living Magazine Issue IX | Page 33

STYLE footage of a master bathroom creating A popular trend is still large format a spacious area for comfort and tiles due to its clean look, easy relaxation, it will contribute to the maintenance, and ability to transform resale value of the home, and it will a space into feeling much larger than it provide efficiency for large families. is. These tiles are perfect for busy high Freestanding tubs with flat backs are trafficked areas and they’re pleasing to available for smaller homes that are the still eye by reminding clients of desiring a luxurious element without taking up too much space. In Zen-like atmospheres. addition to flat backs, a variety of MASTER BATHROOMS smaller sizes are available, with the Homeowners are looking to transform most popular one being 66” in length their bathrooms into a relaxing and with varying widths. Some clients have spacious area. Many homeowners feel entirely removed the tub, a trend that that their current bathroom size does has been on the rise over the last two not fit their needs, and most will years. renovate to create a larger space. When redoing a bathroom, clients will SHOWERS rearrange by For those clients removing the tub decreasing closet space or swapping entirely, the shower becomes the main out tubs for separate showers. center of attraction. Big and safe are a bathroom layout the two main trends for showers. BATHTUBS Implementing safety features like grab standalone bars help with resale value and bathtubs and showers for several contributing a decorative element to reasons. It will increase the square the space. Clients will separate The move towards creating more airy and luxurious bathroom spaces are on the rise. Be on the lookout for an increase in heated floors, smart home assistants, and sustainable products. More and more homeowners are looking to create their very own spa inside the comfort of their home. SELECT LIVING - 33 -