Friday, August 23, 2013

Guest Post: Linda Holt Interiors


Linda Holt is an interior designer
with a photographer’s eye for details,
scale, and color.  She posts often on
current design trends and what
makes a room have soul.


This months guest blogger Linda Holt shares what’s bright and beautiful in the Designer Bath showroom ...

Statement Pieces at Designer Bath

Over the past several years there has been a seismic shift in how homeowners want their home decorated. Most likely influenced by design blogs, decorating TV and popular online sites such as Pinterest and Houzz, homeowners are no longer interested in living in homes that look like someone else’s style or even worse, furniture store catalogs.

The majority of homeowners today want their home to reflect their unique personality and be authentic to how they and their family live. Hand made, custom made and unique items are all trending and it seems that the number one buzz phrase used by designers is that “they strive to have their designs reflect the personality of the homeowner.”

On a recent visit to Designer Bath I decided to dig deep and investigate what was available beyond the many beautiful, timeless and classic sinks, vanities and tubs. I wanted to see what was possible as far as statement pieces and unique items that would suit those clients who wanted that certain unique something that would express their personality. I must say I was not disappointed. Here is just a small sampling of some of my unique and fabulous finds.





Vanities are a great way to add personality to the bath. This glass topped one caught my eye and as you can see in the photo the glass comes in several different color options.




Designer Bath has several vanity options for color lovers including this line of vanity bases from Duravit that come in a range of different wood stains and colors.




Look at all these great color choices!




For homeowners looking to express their love of bright color just imagine how fun this vanity would be in that bright lime green that is displayed on the color ring.




Sinks are another great way to express your individuality and Designer Bath has something for every taste. One of my favorites is this beautiful hammered copper vessel sink from Native Trails. The organic yet industrial look would suit country style, industrial style, or even a rough-luxe look.





I also spotted these beautiful glass vessel sinks which are available in several different colors and would make such a great statement in a powder room.





Any one of these three gorgeous sinks from Stone Forest would make me happy. The only dilemma? Choosing my favorite!





A sink that would really make a statement is this tall onyx pedestal basin also from Stone Forest. Just imagine how beautiful this would look in a mountain vacation home.




Soaking tubs are very popular today and I spotted several that would appeal to someone looking to express their personality.



Classic black and white is always timeless and I just adore this black tub from Zucchetti with the matching black tub filler.





This white claw foot soaker with silver feet will appeal to those who love retro and want a vintage feel in their bath, as well as add a little sparkle and bling.



Lastly, my biggest find of the day was not even on display. While on my hunt for the really unique and that one of kind item you could be sure your neighbor wont have, I discovered animal skin wrapped tubs. Talk about a statement piece in the bath! You can choose from a relatively conservative red leather wrapped tub ...






or go for a bigger statement with a crocodile wrapped leather tub ...



or my favorite ... a zebra tub! Perfect for that safari themed bathroom you’ve always dreamed of ...





So as you can see, Designer Bath really does have something for every personality and taste. Which one is your favorite?





For more from Linda, visit her website and blog.




5 comments:

  1. What an informative and fun post - thanks for sharing Linda - I had no idea there were some of these options available! Great reminder to have our homes look like OUR homes, looks like you've shown lots of variety to choose from!

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  2. This is such a timely post as I'm renovating two baths this fall! I love your ideas Linda and the fixtures are gorgeous. I will be calling you for help. Thanks for the great information!

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  3. Wow - lots of great ideas for personalizing a bathroom! I'd love to have one of those soaker tubs right in the middle of my bedroom, actually :)

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  4. Just beautiful Linda! I want to run out and buy that blue sink- so pretty! Thanks for sharing all of these unique ideas!

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  5. OMG, those bathtubs are outrageous ...

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