Taking on a remodeling project can be stressful enough; you don’t need to make it harder on yourself by communicating with the architect, designer, and builder separately. Hiring a design-build company allows you to eliminate the errors that can come from miscommunication between the architect, designer, and builder because they are all in one company. So you, the homeowner, only have to speak to one person, saving you time and headaches.
At Spears Design Build Group, we offer start-to-finish remodeling in Sycamore, Illinois, from planning and designing all the way to the finished product. Here’s how our design-build process works:
Design
Next to kitchens, the most popular room in a home to remodel is the bathroom. In fact, those two rooms run neck-and-neck for years as the rooms most homeowners remodel than any other. But just what should you try to accomplish when renovating your bathroom? Let’s take a look at 4 bathroom design ideas for your home that can have maximum impact.
What Kind of Bathroom?
The first thing to consider is what kind of bathroom you want to update. There’s a big difference in size, scope, complexity, and cost between a small powder room, a guest bathroom, and the bathroom in a primary suite.
Putting Some “Pow” in Your Powder Room
Don’t let the small size of a powder room diminish the impact this space has in your home. When you think about it for a moment, it’s going to be one of the most used rooms in your house—by guests and family.
Because of its small size—and because it exists as a room all by itself—you can have a lot of fun with it and not worry about it matching the flow of the rest of the house.
That means you could opt to go for a sleek and modern look in your powder room—along the lines of this remodel we did recently.
The clean lines of the counter, sink, and even the hardware and lights create a bright and welcoming environment. Have fun with it and don’t worry about matching the flow of the rest of the house.
You might even want to use a piece of antique furniture with a custom sink instead of a traditional cabinet to create a unique look with lots of character. It’s up to you!
Mastering the Primary Bathroom
When it comes to the primary bathroom in your home, it’s a whole different game. This is the room you use to get ready for your day every day. It’s also where you wind down and wrap up your day before heading to bed at night. That means you’ll want to build in comfort, convenience, and maybe even a touch of luxury.
Here’s a bathroom we recently did that incorporates dual sinks to more convenient and comfortable for getting ready for work in the morning or for getting ready for bed at night.
Not having to jockey for position at the sink reduced a lot of stress. Twin cabinet space also makes it convenient since each of you has whatever you need right at hand. And notice how even small spaces are utilized for storage of towels and other items, in addition to breaking up the space between the sinks and the commode.
On top of that, the lighting (featuring both task lighting and ambient lighting) and the backsplash make this a warm and welcoming space.
Special Features
When designing your primary bathroom, you’ll also want to pay attention to special features. For instance, the new shower shown here is a great element for a redesigned primary bath. The roomy step-in shower includes a built-in seat—making it a shower that provides easy access for homeowners of all ages. There are also convenient built-in storage spaces for soap, shampoo, or even a loofah.
The stone backsplash gives this shower a feeling of substance.
One trend that’s been growing over the past few years is adding a steam option to showers. That means no more waiting for the shower to heat up before stepping in on those cold northern Illinois winter days.
Other homeowners are opting for heated flooring to make their primary baths even more enjoyable., warmth, and interest. There’s no need for a boring shower! You’ll also note that the shower is well lit, which adds to the comfort.
If you have the space—and the inclination—you might also want to add a soaking tub to your primary bathroom. They have become increasingly popular and are a nice way to add a touch of luxury to your room.
We invite you to click here to take a closer look at these—and other—bathrooms we’ve remodeled in the area. These images may give you ideas for changes you’d like to make to your home. Contact us at Spears Design Build Group today to get started on your bathroom transformation!