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Designing a Modern Bathroom

Today, a bathroom is more than just a place to take clean up and get ready for the day. Many homeowners are now viewing their bathrooms as places to relax and escape from the world. If your bathroom is looking a little out of date, why not try updating it with a new bathroom design?

Luxurious Bathroom Designs
Modern bathrooms have moved away from being merely functional places. Many bathrooms are now called spas due to the many amenities they offer homeowners and their guests. Here are a few luxurious items you might want to consider including in your bathroom design:

• Ceramic tile floors: Ceramic tiles add a decorative touch to any bathroom. With so many tiles from which to choose, you can create a truly designer floor for your bathroom.
  
  
• Fog-free mirrors: A unique bathroom fixture is a fog-free mirror. These mirrors are heated, so, as soon as you step out of the bath, you'll be able to see your reflection. You'll never have to wipe condensation off your mirror again!
  
  
• Heated floors: Stepping out of a hot shower or bath onto an ice-cold floor is never fun. Why not invest in heated floors for your bathroom? While installing a heating system under your bathroom floors might require the help of a professional, you'll definitely think it's worth the extra money and effort the next time you step out of the shower.
  
  
• High-end bathroom showers: Homeowners who are into high-tech gadgets may want to look into investing in one of the latest bathroom showers. Some of today's bathroom showers allow you to automatically set and save your perfect water temperature. Other bathroom showers can be programmed to have the water pulsate and massage your body. Some manufacturers even offer multiple-head bathroom showers.
  
  
• Large bathtubs: Large bathtubs aren't just nice for people who want plenty of room for soaking. Handicap people and people who may require help bathing also benefit from a large bathtub.
  
  
• Stereo systems: Many people enjoy relaxing in a hot bath. Why not make the bathroom an even more relaxing place by installing a stereo system so you can listen to your favorite tunes while soaking? You can buy waterproof radios and stereo systems that have been designed specifically for the bathroom.
  
  
• Televisions: Some homeowners who are really into luxury living install televisions in their bathrooms so they can watch their favorite shows while they soak in a warm bubble bath.
  
  
• Towel warmers: Another way to keep the bathroom toasty is to install towel warmers. You can mount towel warmers on the wall or buy free-standing units. Towel warmers can only be used to warm winter clothes and bath suits.

Eco-Friendly Bathroom Designs
Environmentally conscious homeowners can add several green fixtures to their luxury bathroom designs. Such eco-friendly fixtures include water-saving low-flow toilets and bathroom showers, as well as tank-less water heaters that conserve energy. For people who are really into recycling, check your local home stores for recycled bathroom tiles.