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property MaintenanceThe master bathroom is usually quite large, with separated areas for features such as Jacuzzi tub, shower, sauna, partitioned toilet, multiple sinks, and even a dressing area. A master bathroom is usually only accessible from the master bedroom, serving as a private sanctuary for the homeowners. Master bathrooms often feature custom cabinets, ceramic or exotic stone tile, and upper-end fixtures such as gilded bathroom faucets and inlaid countertops. In determining bathroom type for a bathroom idea, give consideration to who will be using the bathroom and how often. Consider location, desired features, and perhaps incorporating a universal bathroom design for handicap accessibility. Style is a Preference The second element to consider for bathroom remodeling or renovation is style. The bathroom is one of the most lived-in areas of the home, and should reflect the overall theme of the interior design. Some popular styles are American, English, Southwestern, Victorian, and Country. Magazines, home shows, open houses, or consulting with a design professional are good ways to find a style that best suits your bathroom decorating idea. Blend a Bathroom Design With Color The final element tying everything together is color. This is usually influenced by the bathroom type and style selected. Again, the style and theme of the home should blend in with that of the bathroom design. Children grow up; a bathroom design trend can quickly become outdated, so try to project how the bathroom will function in the future. A good option may be neutral colored fixtures and tile, for ease of updating color accents with paint, wallpaper, towels, and draperies. Deciding on Your Dream Plan A bathroom renovation project requires a lot of planning and thought before deciding on a final plan. Many times a bathroom floor plan is determined not only by wants, but also by budget and space restrictions. Sometimes you can take space from adjacent rooms or closets and re-use existing fixtures, shelving and lighting. A whole new look and feel can be accomplished by re-arranging fixtures and improving traffic flow. You may want to keep a notebook for ideas; a bathroom designer can help you visualize usable space in new ways. Once you have decided on a design, you will need a detailed floor plan on paper; including fixtures, plumbing, wiring, and HVAC connections, with all dimensions to scale. Moving existing plumbing such as drains and vents can add considerable cost and difficulty to the project. Compile a complete materials list, formulate a timetable, and determine what work, if any, you will complete yourself, and what work you will contract out. 1. Voice of the Mirror: Don't trifle with terror data: 19.03.08 Gordon Brown will be playing a dangerous political game if he exaggerates the security threat posed to Britain. 2. 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