Whether you are resetting after a long day, singing in the shower, or enjoying a soak in the tub, your bathroom should be just as luxurious as you are, and there are some modern bathroom fixtures that ensure you are making a statement.
Working with clients all over the region, our builders have noticed these timeless style tips have completely changed the bathroom space in custom homes across Bethesda, Maryland.
These are the top trends our award-winning custom home building team sees, how you can incorporate them in your space, and how much they cost.
Sharp Contrast
Our clients have requested high-glamour spaces, and using high-color contrast is an effective way to create the luxury bathroom of your dreams. Like designer Liz Potarazu points out, “color that knows what it’s doing” can instantly shift moods and open the space.
Whatever color you choose, make sure it’s consistent, and sticks to an overall theme.
Unique Textures and Patterns
Adding textures can add drama, serving as an interesting focal point that draws the eye and expresses your visual taste. Our clients use tile, marble, or even a bathroom wall inlay can add something unexpected and refine your space.
Porcelain or Ceramic bathroom tile in particle, are both great choices when it comes to building a custom home. As Marble Systems explains: “porcelain is ideal for heavy use and exposure to moisture and temperature changes, while ceramic tiles offer a . . . solution for areas with less activity.”
Set the Mood with Lighting
Choose lighting that emphasizes clarity for everyday use, but also adds to the ambience and mood of the space. Lighting doesn’t have to be a an afterthought when it comes to building a custom home.
Choosing the right color temperature for your lights can also be key to setting the right ambience in your space. Warmer tones provide a more relaxing, calming mood; “similar to candlelight“. Whereas cooler tones provide more clarity and sharp detail, better for everyday grooming and use.
Build for Your Needs, Not Around Them
The ultimate luxury is finding comfort in everyday life, so when you build your custom home, make the bathroom a space curated for you.
Choose the luxuries that make you feel spoiled.
What to Budget for Your Project
When budgeting for the cost to build a custom home, the bathroom can quickly become a luxury that grows if not planned for properly. Factors people often forget include:
Labor. This normally accounts for 40%-60% of the budget, as bathrooms require plumbers, electricians, tile installers, carpenters, and painters.
Fixtures and Fixings. This would include modern bathroom fixtures mentioned before, like sleek sinks, walk-in showers, footless tubs, and toilets.
Flooring. Bathroom flooring must be water-resistant and durable. Remember that depending on how it is purchased, installation can be separate.
Walls & Tiles. Decorative tile and complex patterns add interest. Tiles can cost $1-$15 and the installation can cost $5 to $20 per square foot.
Cabinets & Storage. Custom cabinetry can make your bathroom truly yours, potentially adding $2000+ to the cost of building your home.
Lighting & Electrical Work. Lighting often can cost clients $50 to $500 depending on the fixture. The electrical work can range from $500 to $2,000. Ranges change based on the level of intricacy of the work, such as adding new outlets or modern electrical lighting.
Plumbing Work. Plumbing costs depend on whether you are keeping the layout or changing it. Minor updates can range from $500 to $1,500, and major updates can range from $2,000 to $5,000.
Paint and Finishing. Painting is actually one of the most affordable parts of a remodel. Putting aside $200 to $800 for moisture-resistant paint is key.
Conclusion
Making a custom home necessitates modern bathroom fixtures that are designed specifically for you. Create a statement in your bathroom with high-glamour high contrast, unique textures and patterns, unique lighting, and building for your needs. Creating a luxury bathroom is a powerful accent to every custom luxury home.
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