25 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Create a Clean Look

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• 25 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Create a Clean Look
• Custom Touches Personalize Singapore Apartment
• Modular House Goes Modern in Maryland

25 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Create a Clean Look Posted: 19 Nov 2015 06:00 AM PST Since the bathroom is often thought of as one of the most valuable rooms in your home, it’s only natural to want to think long and hard about how to make the best design changes. Those looking into modern bathroom ideas will want to strike a balance between creating a sharp-looking space and making sure it doesn’t feel too sterile. The challenge is achieving that middle ground. How do you infuse warmth into the space while still benefiting from stylistic contrasts, and how do you keep it from looking too clinical? Take a look at our suggestions below; we’re confident that you can put together a space that’s as comfortable as it is stylish. Modern Bathroom Ideas Go Monochromatic One of the easiest ways to create a modern look in your bathroom is by largely sticking to a monochromatic color scheme. This classic combo looks sleek and sophisticated, and never goes out of style. You don’t have to incorporate every shade of the monochromatic rainbow. It’s possible to focus on creating an ultra-clean white space or to experiment with various hues of gray. Just mix up the space with a few different prints and patterns to keep the room from seeming too one-note. Add Natural Materials If a monochromatic look seems a little too intense for your home, there’s an easy way to brighten up the space while adding more visual interest: Just add natural materials such as wood, stone or metal. Choose one or incorporate a variety. While these three may be the most common, other natural elements can also help round out your bathroom design. Try to let as much natural light into the room as possible; if you have control over the home’s layout, consider making the bathroom a room with a view. On a smaller scale, try incorporating greenery into the space. Choose Furniture with Clean Lines Modern interior design came about as a reaction to the ornate and almost baroque styles that came before it. As such, the main focus of this school of design is to act as the antithesis of of those other looks. Rather than having lots of details and embellishments, modern furniture relies on clean lines and stark contrasts. Traditionally, choosing furniture for a modern space meant staying within the Art Deco, Shaker or Mission styles. More recently, Scandinavian-inspired products have also been included in this category. Whichever design your bathroom furnishings are, try to ensure that they are as simplistic as possible and have a clearly defined shape. Cozy Up to Negative Space Less is truly more when it comes to modern spaces. In this school of design, rather than thinking of negative space as something empty that needs to be filled, it’s seen as an active detail in creating a minimalist aesthetic. The key to pulling off this look is making every design element count. When designing a modern space, the first step is to get rid of (or at least hide) any unneeded clutter. Once the room is cleared, add a few multifunctional pieces. Be sure that every element you bring in has a clearly defined purpose in addition to driving home your modern aesthetic. Carefully distribute items throughout the room so that it feels balanced. Layer Textures to Add Warmth Since many of the materials used in modern design have a tendency to come off as cold or even a little harsh, it becomes necessary to infuse a sense of warmth and comfort back into the room. One easy way to do that is by layering different textures throughout the space. Fortunately, a bathroom naturally lends itself to lots of texture. Start by anchoring the tub or shower with a plush rug or mat. Make sure the space includes multiple layers of soft towels. Top off the room with a few spa accessories such as fluffy robes to make it especially luxurious. Especially when creating a modern design in your home, it becomes important to strike a balance. You want a look that is aesthetically striking yet won’t feel too industrial to be comfortable on a daily basis. Use our modern bathroom ideas as a starting point for your next project and we’re sure that the end result will be a perfect mix of trendy and welcoming. Would you consider adding a modern bathroom to your home? Which design elements do you think matter most in these spaces? Tell us in the comments below. The post 25 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Create a Clean Look appeared first on Freshome.com.

Custom Touches Personalize Singapore Apartment Posted: 18 Nov 2015 10:00 PM PST Vievva Designers completed a stylish apartment in Singapore for a young couple drawn toward raw materials and finishes. The interior design is enriched by colorful additions and the owners’ collection of industrial artifacts. “The process started by removing parts of the walls in the kitchen and a bedroom, creating a greater sense of space thereafter,” the designers explain. “The open kitchen now sports a casual dining nook and plenty of concealed storage. “Blue Moroccan tiles add a nice dash of color on the walls. The original floor was overlaid with timber-grain tiles to bring some warmth into the monochromatic gray/black scheme.” The living room captures attention thanks to a large cement wall that visually defines the interior. The customized display niches for the owners’ collection of art contribute to the unique identity of the apartment. Sliding glass doors were installed to turn an existing bedroom into a study that also serves as a guest room. What do you find most captivating about this Singapore apartment? [Photos courtesy of Vievva Designers] The post Custom Touches Personalize Singapore Apartment appeared first on Freshome.com.

Modular House Goes Modern in Maryland Posted: 18 Nov 2015 02:00 PM PST There was a time when modular houses were looked down upon. These days, they are still easy and relatively inexpensive to build, but are also easily customized to offer the best of both worlds. Robert M. Gurney kept that in mind when designing the bm Modular One House in suburban Washington, D.C. Built as a spec house for a developer, this house in Bethesda, Md., is a modern, light-filled version of the typical modular home. It displays a contemporary look we have come to expect from modern homes; one could be easily fooled into thinking this was a custom-built house. Thirteen modules shape the house, which was built in two weeks, shipped to the site and assembled in just two days. Polished concrete floors and the concrete basement were laid while the shells were being manufactured. A geothermal HVAC system and plenty of insulation ensure climate control. The client chose finishes including maple flooring, walnut millwork and aluminum stairs. On the outside, the modular house showcases a mix of corrugated metal siding, stucco and Spanish cedar. The potential buyer wanted a modern home with lots of natural light. Large windows make this wish come true, alongside clever space partitioning. It worked out for the builder, too, since its portfolio had previously lacked a modern house. [Photos by Maxwell MacKenzie] The post Modular House Goes Modern in Maryland appeared first on Freshome.com.

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