5 Tips for Stylish Bathroom Remodeling

Executing a stylish Chicago bathroom remodeling project is never easy, says Michael B. Klein, CEO of Airoom Companies, a home remodeler serving Chicago and its greater metropolitan area. “Stylish bathrooms are the hardest to design,” he adds. “There are so many parts and pieces that have to go into a small area.” Klein, whose company specializes in Chicago bathroom remodeling and has showrooms in Lincolnwood and Naperville, IL, says the challenge lies in making the bathrooms beautiful while still functional. Airoom has an entire division devoted to bathrooms with people who are focused on designing sophisticated yet practical Chicago bathroom remodeling projects everyday. Here are tips, says Klein, for getting a dream bathroom remodeling project that works well for you and your home:

1. Pay attention to detail.

In a small space, any designs or colors you pick will pack a big punch. Therefore, Klein suggests taking your time to choose the right tile patterns, trims, and lighting. Focus on what you like most and what will work well both in the space you’re remodeling and the rest of your home.

2. Think about accessories to bring in drama.

Sophisticated mirror systems, lighting behind the mirror, display walls, or cabinets create pounds of interest beyond the faucets and fixtures, which serve as jewelry for the bathroom, says Klein. Consider those objects carefully and choose one or two options that serve your needs and can bring in additional flair. Perhaps, you could use some additional storage, so a cabinet with nice details might work best for you.

3. Consider color.

Color is important, says Klein, because it’s a simple way to make a dramatic difference in any space, and it can make a small space look larger, add to the ambiance or feel of the room, and help the room flow with the others in the home. Choose colors that speak to you and, again, work with the style you already have set in other spaces. Of course, consider the details you’ve already chosen when determining wall, ceiling, or trim colors. You would like everything to have a cohesive look.

4. Make sure the layout is feasible.

Obviously, the most important part of any bathroom remodeling project is ensuring a practical layout that allows for hot and cold water and a fully functional toilet, in addition to other luxuries, such as steam showers, whirlpool tubs, and the like. Making sure the design allows for both beauty and these practical elements is a must, and it’s something that you should work out with the remodeler from the very beginning.

5. Find a reliable remodeler.

You need to find the right company to do the job for you. “Chicago bathroom remodeling projects require a lot of detail in a small area,” says Klein. “Most contractors hate them for this reason, which is why you need to find one with the experience and reputation for getting the job done correctly.”