Smart Approach to Design: Bathrooms, Revised and Updated 3rd Edition
Description
·Learn how to design, plan, and execute every aspect of the bathroom project, from dream stage to completion
·Includes expert guidance on how to create a new bath that suits your space, budget, and lifestyle
·Find ways to save money, make smart choices, and go "green"
·New edition includes updated photography, today's design trends and layout ideas, space-saving decisions, the latest technology and products, and more
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Content
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Acknowledgments
- Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Thinking Ahead
- Assessing Your Needs
- Making a (Wish) List and Checking It Twice
- Plan to Save
- Top 10 Planning Points
- Seeking Help!
- The Write Stuff
- What Else?
- Insurance and Permits
- Chapter 2: Space Planning
- Lay It Out
- Top 10 Best Uses of Space
- Designing a Primary Bath
- Planning Shared Spaces
- Partial Baths
- Planning for Guests
- Top 10 Half Bath Tips
- Basement, Attic, and Closet Baths
- Chapter 3: Outfitting your Bath
- Bath Fixtures
- Top 10 Fixture Amenities
- Soaking in Style
- Tub Faucets and Fillers
- Praiseworthy Showers
- Showerheads and Sprays
- Superb Sinks
- Lav Faucets
- Efficient Toilets
- Chapter 4: Surfaces
- It's a Cover Story
- Top 10 Surface Trends
- Wonderful Walls
- Fabulous Flooring
- Chic Countertops
- Tub and Shower Surrounds
- Chapter 5: Vanities and Storage
- Practical and Stylish
- Vanities
- Medicine Cabinets
- Top 10 Storage Ideas That Aren't Cabinetry
- Bathroom Furniture
- Linens and Things
- Chapter 6: Light and Air
- Natural Light
- Artificial Light
- Illuminating Ideas
- Top 10 Ways to Maximize Lighting
- Attractive Fixtures
- Lighting Tubs and Showers
- Clear the Air
- Ventilation Systems
- Keeping It Toasty
- Chapter 7: Adding Style
- A Chic Retreat
- Top 10 Places to Add Style
- Traditional Looks
- Trendy Transitional
- Feeling Nostalgic
- In a Modern Mood
- Natural Beauty
- Resource Guide
- Glossary
- Photo Credits
- Backcover
