As we step
into a new year, you can be certain there will be new products, new innovations
and new practical - and impractical - ways to update your kitchen and bath. Many are do-it-yourself kinds of tasks, and other require the professionals in
renovation, plumbing and electrical, maybe even an Interior Designer to
evaluate function, layout and style.
All home
interiors usually embrace a blend of new-and-improved with tried-and-true. You
can't go wrong with an all white kitchen, for example, or stainless steel
appliances. In Florida, where it's warm year-round, popular colors reflect the
sea, sand and sky for glorious aquamarine and coral pastels along with
ubiquitous, multiple shades of creams and whites. If you live in an area like St. Pete Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, Clearwater Beach, Apollo Beach or one of our other great Tampa area beaches, you may be looking for just that type of style.
Some
kitchen and bath trends have been evolving in recent years and others are new
for 2016
- hanging pendants and task-specific lighting instead of recessed ceiling lights
- quartz and stainless steel countertops
- more curve and angles to islands and counters
- textured surfaces ~ nubby, linen-look, leather-like
- clever pull-out drawers
- open, user-friendly shelves and storage
- mosaic tile and retro furnishings
- farm and under-mount sinks or unique vessels in the bathroom
- Euro-influenced faucets
- minimal cupboard hardware
- no threshold showers, all glass
- he pullout sink faucet in the kitchen
- modern minimalist stove hoods
The fashion
world sets the stage not only for clothing and style, but also impacts the
floral industry and kitchen and bath design. You'll find that new, textured
surfaces mimic fabrics and strong laminates are sporting patterns like quilt
blocks and brocades. Wood floors harken back to cabin days and never go out of
style. Ceilings are getting a lot more attention with color and recessed
portions with trim and even crown molding. An accent wall can create a focal
point in your own favorite color -- red for retro perhaps, sable brown for
warmth, soft salmon and gentle pinks for seashell hues.
Bronze,
copper and brushed brass are replacing the high sheen metallics, and the
spa-at-home trend continues as people create a special haven and retreat
atmosphere right at home. Freestanding bathtubs, large surfaces around the tub,
whirlpool and deep, soaking tubs and multiple shower heads in oversized,
glassed-in showers provide the kind of luxury inspired by resorts and day spas. The hassles and expense of travel can be dramatically reduced by considering
your home the best place for relaxation and renewal. Elegant lighting, natural
stone finishes and handcrafted tile accents contribute to your sense of
well-being.
Cruising
around the Internet for ideas is easy at websites where you can see and read
all about kitchen and bath trends, as well as what works, what looks good with
what and how you can update or renovate your own kitchen or bath. Check out:
And... there is always one of our many home shows you can go to and get some great ideas. One of the next Tampa area home shows is going to be at the Florida Fairgrounds. Check out the details at their website http://bighomeshow.com/
Whether you
embrace the latest, greatest and trendiest or simply stick with traditional,
functional and what you like best, every kitchen and bath update just might
call for a Tampa area dumpster rental from the professionals at Bin There Dump That. They
will respond on time for delivery and pick up, and you will save time
and energy with the convenience of disposal right outside your door. Any home kitchen
and bath project, big or small, DIY or not, is really sweet ~ once it's over.
