Month: December 2016

Cost isn’t the only thing you should focus on when you’re designing a luxury bathroom. Bathroom and kitchen remodeling projects are desirable for the potential return on investment, so luxury upgrades can deliver even more value. This type of makeover gives any homeowner even more options for creating a remarkable space. Some great ideas for a modern luxury bathroom that you can enjoy for many years are:

• Walk-in Shower:  As far as some people are concerned, no luxury bathroom is complete without a walk-in steam shower. This offers the ultimate in luxury and relaxation. A vapor feature imitates a rainforest setting, something you would usually have to go to a spa to experience. A spa shower should have multiple shower heads that are adjustable. Seating for one or two persons can enhance the experience.
• High-end Automated Toilet: Toilets have come a long way, and now they offer more features than just water conservation. Many types flush automatically, or come with touch screen controls. Luxury toilets can now wash and dry users. Now you can even find the toilet at night without turning on lights due to special built-in lighting.
• Entertainment:  Adding entertainment features is important for some remodeling jobs. With waterproof control you can access music or watch videos, or keep up with the latest news. Bathroom tech products now include high-end speakers and electronics that respond to voice commands.
• Luxury bathtubs: Many luxury bathrooms can fit both a large shower and a spa tub, giving you the best of both worlds. You can make your choices based on style, features or both. A marble tub is elegant, and it can work in any setting. Infinity tubs are perfect for the spa bathroom. Other great options include sunken tubs and whirlpool bathtubs.
• Heated Flooring: Stepping into a cold floor can detract from your spa-like experience. You will not have to use it in warmer months, but contributes to a relaxing setting in winter. The cost will depend on the type of heating, and the square footage of your bathroom.

In the past, homeowners and contractors alike focused on functionality when it was time to remodel the bathroom. Now comfort and luxury and important hallmarks of these types of renovations. In addition to the changes mentioned above, explore smaller luxury features such as lighting and faucets.

Tri-Lite Builders has been voted the number one remodeler in Arizona for three years running. We’ve also won 2016 contractor of the year for some of our kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects. Don’t take a chance on lesser-known contractors when the time comes to remodel your kitchen or bathroom. Give us a call at 480-895-3442 and we’ll schedule an appointment for a design consultation.

While some people look to the future when they want to remodel their kitchens, others use preceding years or decades as inspiration. Whether or not this makes the project cheaper or more costly comes down to the specifics. In some cases a few minor changes might be enough to give a kitchen a retro look. Some homeowners may want their retro kitchen to take the form of an overall makeover. Here are some ways to achieve a retro look in your kitchen.

• Blending different textures. Even with modern fixtures in your kitchen you can evoke some old world charm by getting different textures to work together. Instead of sleek metal cabinet finishes, opt for natural wood with metal accessories. Juxtaposing glossy and matte finishes adds warmth and creates an interesting visual as well.
• Use checkered tile. While this will has to be balanced with other elements of the space, it can effectively create that retro look. You can consider a number of color combinations, but basic black and white works best for many people.
• Be selective with your hardware. The range of kitchen accessories has expanded dramatically over the years, so choosing retro products can become confusing. Older knobs, handles and pulls often had more ornate designs than the types in use today. Brass, wood and glass were popular materials for accessories in the past.
• Choose the right color scheme. You will have a variety of color options and blends for a retro looking kitchen. Basic black and white is one of the simplest blends for anyone who wants a classic feel. For the more adventurous, reds, mint or teal combined with whites, will make a bold statement.
• Try stainless steel lighting fixtures. The clean, smooth look of stainless steel adds the right touch to a retro setting. Candelabra style and pendant lighting fixtures with this finish are understated but effective at creating old world style.

You can use other design touches to create a classic look whether you want luxury, or a simpler kitchen. A breakfast counter with padded stools is one option you can consider. If you are a stickler for detail, you can look around for older style appliances and retro utensils and cookware. If you have to change your cabinets and countertops this can add significantly to the cost of the project. Talk to your contractor about the possibility of making changes to these areas if you would prefer to avoid these major changes.

Tri-Lite Builders has been voted the number one remodeler in Arizona for three years running. We’ve also won 2016 contractor of the year for some of our kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects. Don’t take a chance on lesser-known contractors when the time comes to remodel your kitchen or bathroom. Give us a call at 480-895-3442 and we’ll schedule an appointment for a design consultation.