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Stylish bathroom design guide

Choosing a stylish bathroom design requires the right resources which offer a beautiful and functional space. Unfortunately, if you get the design wrongful, you might end up with an impractical shower faucet set, sinks, and other components, which you might need to redo again. A stylish bathroom is minimalistic, oozes your personality, and is spacious. These are stylish bathroom tips you can adopt at home.

 

Go For Geometric Shapes

 

Stylish bathroom designs consist of straight lines, geometric shapes, and natural colors. It would be better to go with modern bathroom cabinet fixtures, sinks, and shower faucets. You may create a focal point with a modern chair at the corner and go for neutral color patterns. You can find simple bathroom taps, mirrors, shower faucets, and other accessories in stores and online shops. Go for freestanding bathtubs, modern accessories, black and white colors, stones and wood, and plant and greenery.

 

Stylish Minimalistic Design

 

A minimalistic design is simplistic, and you would need to get rid of excess accessories you don’t need in a bathroom. Keep the bathroom tidy by storing the accessories and personal care products outside the bathroom. A simplistic bathroom offers an ambient and relaxing space.

 

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Go for modern cabinets

 

Modern designs take angular lines instead of curvilinear forms in sanitary ware elements and cabinets. The ceramics and floor tiles should also be rectangular or square-shaped instead of circular shapes. It is also better to go for symmetrical shapes and sizes in your bathroom.

 

Stylish Bathroom Materials

 

Go for bathroom materials that meet your personality. For instance, if you enjoy a minimalistic design, you can opt for a natural material such as stone and wood. The most preferred materials for a minimalistic bathroom include marble stones and wood coverings. Hardwoods like teak are hardy and long-lasting, and they would go well with a minimalistic bathroom. You may add few green herbs to add color to your minimalistic bathroom.

 

However, you can incorporate colors that meet your personality, and you would go for ceramics and good color themes. A bright to cool color scheme for most bathroom accessories can add personality to your space. You can opt for a color pattern similar to the rest of the house decorations.

 

Stylish Bathroom Sinks

 

Alternatives like pedestals and vessel sinks are features of a stylish bathroom design. You should pay attention to the shape and material, as they should complement the other bathroom features. You can create a high-quality look and stylish design with a wooden or stone sink. Incorporate towel racks over the bathroom sinks and go for neutral colors or color patterns that bring out your personality.

 

Choose Stylish Bathroom Accessories

 

If you are going for a minimalistic, stylish bathroom, you will go for colors, shapes, and materials which bring harmony. You can go for a mirror that runs from the ceiling to the floor or modern wall décor.

 

White and gray towels create a minimalistic and sophisticated look, but colored towels and mirror frames bring out your personality.

 

Open Plan Bathroom

 

You can incorporate the open plan design into your stylish bathroom. The open plan design has a shower faucet set separated by transparent glass. The whole bathroom should have the same floor material, and design and the rest of the shower section should have visual integrity. The open plan creates an illusion of a stylish, more expansive, and spacious bathroom.

 

bathroom design guide

 

Functional Zones

 

Create functional zones within the bathroom depending on your lifestyle. It would be best to consider the plumbing, drains, and ventilation when creating the functional zones.

 

  • Vanity

 

Vanity is a piece of bathroom storage. You can create it in the form of furniture, countertop, sink, or mirror. You can incorporate the vanity for homes with large families and young children.

 

  • Tub and shower combination

 

Although the shower and tub combination is an old setup, it is still trendy. You can save some space with a shower over the tub as the design is functional. You can also install the spa shower in your bathroom if the bathroom is spacious and allows that much space.

 

  • The toilet

 

The toilet is an inseparable part of a stylish bathroom design. However, it should not be the focal point of the bathroom. The toilet should be strategically placed to improve ease of use while maintaining a glamorous design.

 

Tips for a Great Bathroom Design

 

  • Know the number of users

 

The number of people who will use the bathroom can guide designers as it dictates several factors. For instance, the number of people determines the area sinks, storage, and other bathroom essentials.

 

  • Plan storage

 

Understand the supplies users would need in a bathroom, including linen, towel, soap, and other bathroom accessories. The designer should know the user preferences before developing a specific design.

 

  • Create enough space

 

Even if the bathroom users are fewer, it would be better to create enough room in the bathroom. You will need 30 inches of area, and the shower needs 30 by 30 inches or more. Moreover, the centerline can be at least 20 inches off the wall. It is better to avoid jamming many things into the bathroom, as you can store other accessories in your room/.

 

  • Overlap the space smartly

 

Overlapping reduces challenges such as space crunch, and it would be wise to overlap the clearance. You may double the floor space for the entrance to the tub as it clears the floor space near the toilet.

 

  • Keep the design open

 

Keep the design open while maintaining privacy. You can install a partial wall in the bathroom to separate different areas such as the toilet, shower, and tubs. The partial wall creates privacy without feeling suffocated.

 

  • Make the bathroom inclusive

 

An inclusive bathroom creates room for a family who uses wheelchairs. An inclusive bathroom has at least 5 feet of the open floor, allowing the wheelchair to turn quickly. If you live with an older person, you can install grab bars to increase comfort in the bathroom.

 

Final Thoughts

 

A stylish bathroom meets your needs and can create a personality. If you enjoy minimalistic spaces, you can go for geometric designs and neutral colors. However, you can choose the designs and colors that bring your personality without a minimalistic design. It is better to consider the people who will use the bathroom and make it inclusive for those with disabilities or older adults. Good luck designing a stylish bathroom that meets your needs.

working out

The perfect combination of Apple Watch and Working Out

When it comes to workouts, the Apple Watch is a great tool. With over a million units sold, Apple Watch is the most popular smartwatch on the market today. As a result, the wearable device market is flooded with bands, many of which are marketed as “sport bands.” Finding the perfect band, on the other hand, might be a real challenge. Fortunately, there are numerous choices available. You can wear a sweat-friendly sports band when working out. Check here Apple watch bands that are best for working out.

 

1. Apple Sport Loop

 

Apple Sport Loop bands are comfortable to wear because of their blend of softness, breathability, and lightness. A double-layer nylon weave contains dense loops on the bottom side of the bands with a hook-and-loop closure to provide additional cushioning. Moisture can also escape through this opening. There are regular versions of this band, just like with other government-sponsored groups.

2. Apple Sport Band

 

Sport bands from Apple’s Cupertino headquarters are as ancient as the Apple Watch. The band is sturdy and long-lasting despite being made of a soft fluoroelastomer. Wearables have M/L and L/XL sizing options so you can get the right fit. It’s possible to get this official band in both regular and holiday colors.

 

3. Jumping Single Tour Band

 

The fashionable leaping single tour watch band features breathable fabric and can be washed when it becomes filthy, so you can show off your active side in style. Wearing something as light and comfortable feels great, and it’s also good for your skin. This Apple Watch sports band buckle secures your Apple Watch to the interface perfectly and prevents it from sliding out or slipping off your wrist. This handy design makes it possible to wear this light item for long periods without feeling fatigued.

 

Apple Watch and Working Out

 

4. AdMaster Compatible Apple Watch Band

 

This third-party Nike Sport Band from AdMaster comes in a variety of hues, including midnight blue/vintage rose, red/black, hot pink, and many more, much like the official Nike Sport Band. The silicone band has a stainless-steel buckle and is hypoallergenic.

 

5. IYOU Sport Band

 

This sport band comes in a variety of colors and sizes and has hypoallergenic stainless-steel lugs on both ends that are free of nickel. The band is composed of silicone, which is soft to the touch but also long-lasting. Bundles come with a variety of bands in varying shades of blue. Both ends of the band have your watch lugs, so it fits perfectly and firmly on your watch band interface.

 

Installation is simple, and removing it is as simple as pressing a button. A neat fit is guaranteed with an in-move pin-and-tuck fastening. For a sporty style, use soft silicone with a smooth finish. It’s both cozy and long-lasting.

 

6. Nike Style Sport Band

 

Your athletic lifestyle will look great with this Nike-inspired sport iWatch band. This Apple Watch strap is made of silicone, so it’s both robust and breathable, making it perfect for working out. The lightweight, soft-yet-sturdy construction does more than just keep you comfortable.

 

The pin-and-tuck fastening keeps it on your wrist during strenuous activities like lifting weights and sprinting without slipping off—even in humid weather! It also increases ventilation to keep you cool while working out. These sports straps are made even more comfortable with a hypoallergenic metal buckle made of nickel-free stainless steel that will never bother sensitive skin.

 

7. NUKELOLO Band

 

This Apple Watch band comes with a handy TPU case for protecting your genuine Apple Watch and is available in numerous color combinations. In terms of the band, it’s constructed of a strong, flexible, and light material. Sizes range from small to large to accommodate all iWatch models. This is a great Apple band for working out.

 

8. Double Buckle Silicone Band

 

This band is pleasant and easy to wear close to your wrist because it is made of high-quality silicone materials that are not detrimental to the skin. The built-in adaptor makes it simple to switch bands between the 38mm/40mm and 42mm/44mm models of the Apple Watch. These straps are ideal if you value individuality above all else, as they come in a variety of colors.

9. Great fine Sport Band

 

Here’s a fanciful option to ponder. High-performance soft silicone is used to make this comfortable and long-lasting band. Beautiful floral alternatives, like the Great fine Sport Band, give you a more feminine look when wearing your Apple Watch.

10. Tide Brand Printed Sport Band

 

It has watch lugs both on ends, which latch into the interface accurately and firmly, making it perfect for wearing with the Apple iWatch sport silicone rubber band. Durable and resilient, the new stainless adjustable pin-and-tuck clasp is easy to put on and take off when you need it. This is your perfect choice for an apple watch sport strap, so use it with confidence!

Lemonade

Activated Charcoal Honey Lavender Lemonade

Things I am currently loving…or ok I will admit, slightly obsessed:

  1. Activated charcoal: did you see my post on my daily skincare routine and why I am loving activated charcoal?
  2. Pressed Juicery “Freeze”: ok, obsessed with their fro-yo (and no its not actual frozen yogurt but those words make me smile). They just opened in Hawaii and for the first time in about 5 years, I can actually go to a real-life store and buy a dessert! You don’t know how happy this makes me, and how sad my wallet is due to all my visits! They take vegetable and fruit juice and turn it into soft serve “freeze” as they call it! A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! And they don’t use any refined sugars, so happy happy me!
  3. Lavender essential oil: I have always loved the smell of lavender, ah the lavender fields in France are simply fabulous! Lavender is so relaxing and I have been loving diffusing it recently throughout the day and especially at night. I can’t tell you how much better I sleep at night and wake up actually feeling refreshed! Send me an email if you want to learn more!

 

Summer is in full swing and that has me reaching for some ice-cold drinks. I grabbed a bottle of charcoal lavender lemonade from Pressed Juicery the other day and it was so darn delicious, I had to re-create it the next day! This lemonade is not overly sweet which I love, but so refreshing on a hot day and the flavors of lavender and lemon combine so beautifully!

I have been loving using activated charcoal on my skin (read my post on my daily cleansing routine) and thought well hey if it can help detox, why not drink it! Now, you don’t want to drink too much of this stuff because it can be too dehydrating if you do, but this honey sweetened lavender lemonade is just so refreshing!

Lavender essential oil is my absolute favorite—the smell just makes me happy and keeps me so calm! I usually keep my bottle of lavender close by for any stressful situations and love diffusing it at night. A few drops gives this lemonade such a rich, pure flavor. Please note: I can only recommend using and consuming pure, therapeutic grade essential oils and if you want more information on which ones I LOVE and why, send me a quick email!

 

Activated Charcoal Honey Lavender Lemonade

Recipe inspired by Pressed Juicery.

serves 4

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups filtered water
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp raw honey
  • 1/2 tsp activated charcoal (approximately 800 mg)
  • 4 drops pure lavender essential oil*
    *I can only recommend using and consuming pure, therapeutic grade essential oils. For more information on what ones I use and why I love them, send me a quick email!

 

Directions

  • Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend on high briefly until mixed.
  • Pour and serve over ice.
  • Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint if desired, I personally love the smell of that as you sip.
  • Store remaining lemonade in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, shaking before you pour.
Travel Snacks and Tips

Grain-Free & Paleo Travel Snacks and Tips

Ever since I was a little girl, I have absolutely loved to travel! My parents put a big emphasis on taking my sister and I on lots of trips around the globe and I truly am so thankful for those experiences! Then I married a Navy man, so let’s just say our life really is all over the place sometimes!

Many of you might be packing your bags and hitting the road this summer, so I thought I would put together a list of my favorite snacks for traveling! I have been on planes a lot this past year, and these snacks come in so handy!

Just because you are not in the comforts of your own home, does not mean your healthy eating and lifestyle has to go out the window! Take advantage of the beautiful places you might be exploring and the local cuisine, but always keep the big picture of your health in mind! Yes, I for sure splurge a bit more while traveling, but always keep my splurges to ones that I truly enjoy!

Happy summer vacation!

Travel Snacks and Tips

Grain-Free & Paleo Travel Snacks

Always be prepared—and be extra prepared, because traveling can bring a lot of “ifs” and delays! As a Type 1 Diabetic, I have to be very careful of the foods I eat, but also need to be prepared to avoid any “hangry” or blood sugar lows!

Most often snacks are filled with sugar, even the healthy ones, so be aware as that can add up quickly! I like to travel with an assortment of snacks so I am prepared! There is nothing worse than being stuck miles up in the air and starving!

 

  • R(x) Bar Maple Sea Salt bars (my absolute favorite!)
  • R(x) bar Chocolate Sea Salt or Coffee Chocolate
  • Macadamia Nuts (portion out into individual snack bags)
  • Morning Butter Biscuits (these travel fabulously)
  • Toasted Coconut Flakes
  • Pure 7 Chocolates (sweetened with raw honey)
  • Simple Mills Rosemary & Sea Salt Crackers
  • Epic Bacon Bars
  • Simple Squares
  • Salted Maple Blondies (these travel fabulously)
  • Unsweetened, Freeze Dried Strawberries
  • Epic Beef Jerky Bites (I love these because they are not tough!)

Travel Tips

Invest in a good bag—especially if you are traveling with a laptop and camera, you will want to protect your items and your back! I love my Kelly Moore Bag.

Supplements with a good probiotic—traveling puts your body under a lot of stress, even if you are going on a fabulous, tropical vacation, so you want to protect yourself extra good! I use THIS higher strength probiotic that is safe out of the refrigerator while traveling.

Make it travel sized—I try to keep my suitcase as minimalistic as possible! I simply adore my Primally Pure deodorant and facial toner spray, so these small, travel sized versions come in so handy! I also always use Beautycounter’s sunscreen stick (so easy to keep in your purse & it keeps your hands free of any messes, oh and it is travel sized) and their travel sized shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Safe, non-toxic skin care is so important, especially when traveling and your body is under more stress, so I just plan a bit ahead and it is simply that easy!

I also love this peony lipstick for summer—since I like to keep my makeup minimal while traveling and especially in the summer, this non-toxic lip stick is the perfect color for both day and night…and wears just like chapstick which I LOVE!

Travel Snacks and Tips

Essential Oils—We have all experienced that travel cold or sickness and that is NO fun, especially when you are on vacation! I always like to use what I have instead of having to search for a health food store when I am traveling, so I always keep a few essential oils handy in my purse!

I always keep lavender (for stress and sleep, sleeping in a new place can be difficult and I want to be well rested on vacation!), peppermint and “Past Tense” (for migraine relief—I never go anywhere without this because they work quickly at the onset of a migraine attack), “OnGuard” (for germs and immunity, seriously this works so quickly so you can put that sickness away and enjoy your travels), Wild Orange (so calming, especially if traveling has you a bit stressed both emotionally and physically).