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The Staying Power of White Bathrooms

White bathroom with white double vanity, toilet, additional freestanding white cabinetWhite is always classic whether it’s a kitchen, bedroom or living room design — and the same goes for bathrooms, whether it’s your primary or hall bathroom. Don’t think of a white bathroom as boring, think of it as a good investment and a versatile design choice.

“White is clean and crisp, it goes with everything, and if you want to bring in a pop of color or change it down the road — or get the house ready to sell — you don’t have to worry about polarizing buyers who don’t love lime green tile,” Normandy Designer Ashley Noethe says.

While white bathrooms are always on trend, and the look suits any size bathroom, Ashley observes that many white bathrooms tend to be on the smaller end of the spectrum. That’s likely because — besides the flexibility and resale benefits — a white bathroom can make a smaller bathroom feel bigger.White bathroom with shower tub combo and large bathtub with handheld shower attachment and rain shower head

“Painting a smaller bathroom white makes it feel less cramped, especially since not a lot of bathrooms have windows,” Ashley says. “It gives the space a little room to breathe. Adding mirrors can also give a smaller bathroom more depth and help reflect light to brighten the area.”

White can also be a good choice for a bathroom since it symbolizes an emphasis on cleanliness, which is one of the main purposes of a bathroom — in part because it’s easy to know when a white bathroom needs to be cleaned. This is certainly something to consider in terms of your household and preferences.

With a white bathroom, you can accessorize however you want and change the look on a whim. “A white bathroom will never go out of style, even as trends come and go, white is constant,” Ashley says. “You can easily change the paint color or fixtures and suddenly it’s a whole new bathroom, so it’s a safe investment choice.”

If you’re looking to revamp your bathroom layout and look, set up a time to talk to Ashley about transforming your space into a space that inspires you. Looking for ideas? Click through our photo galleries. Prefer a daily dose of design? We share ideas, photography, and projects on FacebookInstagram, and Pinterest. Follow along.

Large Shower with Bench  gray bathroom with separate shower and double vanities

white bathroom with separate shower and tub  All white bathroom with framed arched mirrors, freestanding tub, and skylight

First floor bathroom in vintage home  Freestanding tub in a primary bathroom  Master bathroom vanity with makeup table, chandeliers and divided mirrors

The Design Power of Textured Tile

Textured backsplash tileTexture is one of most underrated elements that can influence your kitchen design, according to Normandy Designer Ashley Noethe. “Your layout choices are the broad strokes, but these little details are important too,” Ashley says. “A thoughtful selection for something as simple as your backsplash can dramatically change the feel of your space.”

When it comes to textured tile, there are three types of texture at play:

Surface Texture
This refers to tiles that have a polished, matte or honed finish, or one that has some grit to the touch. “If you have a countertop with strong veining or another ornate element, you want to balance that out with something less busy, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be impactful,” Ashley says. “Like a book or movie, not everybody is the star, you need supporting characters.”

Visual Texture
This type of textured tile can be seen in speckles or even a beveled subway tile or Zellige tile that catches your eye. “Textural differences like this are important especially when you’re doing monochromatic design, so your kitchen doesn’t feel sterile,” Ashley says. “How a tile shimmers when it picks up light is still engaging.” Then there are tile backsplashes that have both visual and surface texture, like mosaics. “A mosaic can be colorful or have neutral tones — a pattern can help break up a monochrome backsplash,” notes Ashley.

Three-Dimensional Texture
These types of 3-D tile designs project out from the wall, with a wavy or undulating effect. “In more modern designs, you don’t want a lot of busyness but that doesn’t mean it has to be plain,” Ashley says. “Play with texture in an unconventional way. Repeating patterns with three-dimensional tile is a way to create interest in monochromatic or neutral designs that won’t be outdated in five years.”

Incorporating the right kind of texture is just one way to create a memorable and unique kitchen design. If you’d like to discuss your home remodeling vision, set up a time to talk with Ashley. Find more examples of home remodels in our photo gallery. For regular updates on design trends and tips on home remodeling, follow us on FacebookInstagramLinkedIn, and Pinterest.

Black coffee bar in an arch top alcove near the kitchen accented with a black subway tile backsplash   Walnut kitchen cabinets in a slab front with textured backsplash tile . Silver subway textured tile

mid century modern kitchen with stained cabinets and blue backsplash tile   navy blue textured backsplash tile   Walnut open shelves

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