Five tips for Keeping your Bathroom Bacteria-free this Holiday
With the festive season here, it is necessary to do a quick spring clean before guests arrive for your annual house gathering.But aside from fluffing up the throw pillows or trimming the tree, there’s one other important room that every guest would notice – the bathroom.
AMERICAN STANDARD ‘SHOWER FOR GOOD’ BENEFIT SALE
On December 15, 2018, four countries in Asia – India, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand – will simultaneously mount a benefit sale of American Standard GENIE Hand Showers with 100% of proceeds to be donated to the LIXIL-UNICEF ‘Make A Splash’ program. In India, all proceeds will be donated to the UNICEF India WASH program. Fittingly named ‘Shower For Good’, consumers who buy a GENIE Hand Shower will be able to enjoy a great shower experience and at the same time help children live healthier lives through access to basic sanitation.
How To Choose The Perfect Bathroom Towels
Towels are an absolute necessity for your bathroom routine, so we tend to just use any old towel without much thought! But, now is the time to put a little consideration into the towels you choose to ensure that it meets both your purpose and style needs!
Our best tips to keep your towels fresher for longer!
Many of us just throw our dirty towels in the wash without much care, but this is not sustainable maintaining their original fluffiness and making them last years. However, with a careful washing routine, you can keep your bathroom towels in fresh, quality condition for longer – read our best tips on how to!
The Best Christmas Gift Ideas For The Bathroom
With the festive season quickly approaching, it’s good to get the gift picking out of the way to avoid the last minute Christmas rush! Instead of the classic socks and jocks, why not consider gift ideas to spruce up the bathroom? From decor to pampering items, we have put together some creative bathroom gift ideas that your friends and family will love!
Decorative Ideas For Your Bathroom This Christmas
If you love to get into the Christmas spirit and eagerly decorate your home once the festive season rolls around, make sure you adorne your bathroom as well! Whether you’re hosting the Christmas party and want to ‘wow’ your guests, or simply looking for extra ways to get the kids excited for Santa’s arrival, decorating your bathroom is sure a fire way – we have put together some jolly good decorative ideas for you bathroom this Christmas!
Is Your Bathroom Really As Clean As You Think?
Visiting the bathroom is an everyday matter and being careless about bathroom hygiene may be hazardous to health. From the bacteria lurking on door knobs, basins to the toilet interior and seat itself, a bathroom visit can be quite a hygienic challenge – and falling sick is never fun.
How To Create A Safe Bathroom Perfect For The Elderly
Whether you’re getting older yourself or want to help out a loved one, adapting bathrooms to meet the needs of the elderly gives peace of mind that the vulnerable members of your family are kept safe. Here are our top tips to create a bathroom suitable for seniors.
3 Tips To Help You Create The Perfect Couple Friendly Bathroom
Whether you’ve chosen to move in together or your partner visits regularly, the choice to create a more couple friendly bathroom can be key to a healthy and happy relationship. Here are our top tips to create a bathroom that pleases both you and your partner!
4 Common Bathroom Habits And Their Gross/Unhygienic Reality
Your bathroom is your private sanctuary where you get ready to greet each day. It’s the space for some ‘me time’ and for you to relax and unwind after a long day. However, these common habits are actually turning your retreat into a space alive with bacteria.
Top Tips To Unclog Your Bathroom Drains
Are your bathroom drains not doing the job properly? Perhaps they are awfully slow, or maybe that gurgling noise has amplified and all your childhood fears of what’s living down the drain have re-emerged? Now, we can assure you that there aren’t any monsters hiding in the drain, but it could indicate that they are clogged and in desperate need of a clean! Follow along to find out our top tips to unclog your bathroom drains and make sure they stay that way!
3 Beautiful Ways To Add Marble To Your Bathroom
If you’re looking to add a sense of style, elegance and sophistication to your bathroom, introducing marble is a perfect choice! Marble has been used in design to signify wealth and high social status since ancient times and has continued to be a timeless material ever since. Here are our top 3 ideas for adding marble into your bathroom.
3 Reasons Why Wallpaper Is A Modern Way To Renovate Your Bathroom
You might associate wallpaper with vibrant 70’s bathrooms, embellished in bold floral patterns and retro patterns – so, it’s hard to imagine it as a modern way to renovate. However, it is an increasingly popular choice for bathroom decor. Not only is it an affordable option, but it is an easy way to revamp your bathroom into a fresh and beautiful space. The following are 3 reasons why wallpaper is not an outdated design element, but it can still be a trendy option for renovating your bathroom space!
WINTER PROMOTION 2018
Promotion period: 8th October 2018 – 31th December 2018
Enjoy irresistible promotion for bathroom products by American Standard – Up to 50% for all bundles including smart washers, saving packages, top-selling and new products!
Transform Your Bathroom Into A Tropical Oasis
When you think of the beach, what do you imagine? A tranquil atmosphere? Cool, rolling waves? Sunshine? The crisp air? Well, now you can invoke all these positive feelings in your bathroom with our top four tips to transform your bathroom into a tropical-themed paradise.
More pleasure in your shower regardless of pressure with Genie by American Standard
Low water pressure is a reality in Asia Pacific either because of old, poorly-maintained infrastructure or the use of instant water heaters. While there are pressure boosting hand showers in the market, it is a challenge to find one with quality and style all at the same time, or even one that is gentle on the skin for an enjoyable shower experience.
LIXIL’s Brands Receive 11 Good Design Awards in 2018
American Standard named among the Good Design Best 100.
Tokyo, Japan – LIXIL Group Corporation (LIXIL), maker of pioneering water and housing products, announced that its brands LIXIL, American Standard, GROHE, and LIXIL Housing Research Institute have won a total of 11 Good Design Awards in 2018. American Standard’s Genie Hand Shower was named among the Good Design Best 100 products of the year.
HygieneClean System by American Standard: No dirt. No stains. No bacteria. No worries.
In the bathroom, deadly E.coli strains may be lying in wait to infect babies & the elderly with fatal diarrhea. How safe is your bathroom?
American Standard is committed to provide everyone- not just with beautiful and purposeful bathroom solutions, but with bathrooms that are safe, clean and hygienic. As the toilet can be a hotbed of diseases-which can include severe diarrhea, what you know between safe and unsafe bathrooms can spell the difference between sickness and health.
Elegant Ways To Add Black In Your Bathroom
If you’re looking to give your bathroom a unique and bold new look that separates it from traditional designs, then perhaps it’s time to consider adopting a darker aesthetic. Adding black to your bathroom is a popular trend that is both daring and elegant. Here are four ways to help you embrace the darker side of bathroom design.
3 Ways To Create A Well Ventilated Bathroom
One of the biggest challenges of owning a bathroom is making sure that you have a well ventilated, comfortable bathroom. A stale, muggy atmosphere can hinder your bathroom experience and can cause long-term damage. Poor ventilation results in a build up of condensation and excess moisture, causing damage to fixtures, fosters mildew and erodes the surfaces of your walls and ceiling.
4 Elegant Ways To Add Black In Your Bathroom
If you’re looking to give your bathroom a unique and bold new look that separates it from traditional designs, then perhaps it’s time to consider adopting a darker aesthetic. Adding black to your bathroom is a popular trend that is both daring and elegant. Here are four ways to help you embrace the darker side of bathroom design.
Top Tips To Create A Bathroom Buyers Will Love
Selling your home is an important decision, and we believe you should feel proud and confident about what your home has to offer. For prospective buyers, the bathroom is a necessary feature of the property. If you have concerns about the layout or atmosphere of your bathroom, here are some tips to create a space to attract buyers.
Unveiling a New Brand, Raising Standards of Bathrooms
For more than 140 years, American Standard has transformed bathrooms with an extensive range of enduring and innovative bathroom solutions. Since 2016, the iconic brand has unveiled a new brand identity, symbolized by a new logo and brand values that denote the brand’s continued dedication to raise the standard of bathrooms amid its growing presence in Asia Pacific, by delivering bathroom solutions that are beautiful, purposeful and safe for everyone.
3 Ways To Add A Rustic Charm To Your Bathroom
The charming and welcoming nature of rustic bathrooms has inspired homeowners and interior designers for decades. The modern rustic bathroom look includes elements of raw wooden surfaces and natural stone combined with contemporary touches to deliver a new style of unpolished elegance. Here are three ways to add a rustic, timeless appeal to your bathroom.
3 Reasons Why Your Bathroom Needs A Frameless Shower
Whether you’re renovating your entire bathroom or just want to upgrade your shower area, consider a frameless design. From the look to functionality, we have three reasons why you should ditch the bulky, traditional stall.
Choosing The Perfect Flooring For Your Bathroom Style
The flooring you choose for your bathroom can either make or break the space, so it is important to investigate your options – and, there are a lot of alternatives out there! The right flooring not only provides a functional purpose, but it can tie the whole look of your bathroom together. We have highlighted four different alternatives to suit your style of bathroom.
5 Unpredictable Toilet Situations People Get Themselves Into
Toilet humor might be staple material for less creative comics, but awkward situations in the bathroom are usually anything but funny in reality. Say hello to the next era of derrière self-care: American Standard leverages on over 50 years of shower toilet expertise from one of LIXIL’s portfolio of brands – INAX, offering a range of Spalet products – shower toilets, e-bidets and manual bidets, providing an ultimate peace of mind when it comes to unexpected toilet situations. Scroll on to see how these toilet emergencies will be things of the past with pampering solutions.
The New Standard of Bathroom Safety
In today’s digital world, technology touches all aspects of life – even our bathrooms. With the automation of homes, smart toilets have become increasingly common. But by having electrical components in the bathroom, one may wonder: is it safe?
How To Create the Perfect Hampton Style Bathroom
The Hamptons style is synonymous with elegance and coastal charm through the blend of both traditional and modern elements. This classic bathroom look creates a relaxed and homely retreat to escape busy lifestyles using four essential features.
Useful Ways To Save For Your Bathroom Renovation
There are so many tips out there on how to cut costs and save money while the renovation is underway, but what about when the update is just a dream at this stage? It’s no surprise that a bathroom renovation is an expensive (yet worthwhile!) investment, but with a little budgeting, your dream will be in reach much sooner than you think. Read along to discover some nifty ways to save some precious dollars towards your bathroom renovation:
4 Useful Ways To Save For Your Bathroom Renovation
There are so many tips out there on how to cut costs and save money while the renovation is underway, but what about when the update is just a dream at this stage? It’s no surprise that a bathroom renovation is an expensive (yet worthwhile!) investment, but with a little budgeting, your dream will be in reach much sooner than you think.
The Victorian Bathroom: A Timeless Design
The Victorian era revolutionised the way modern homes are designed through the introduction of a formal bathroom. Prior to the 1850s, the concept of a single, compact space to both cleanse and relax was not common to most. The Victorian era was certainly a turning point in bathroom history has continued to influence the modern bathroom.
Is Your Bathroom A Time Machine?
We use our bathrooms constantly and over-time can become accustomed to its features, making it super easy to overlook the elements desperately needing an update. Perhaps, the toilet isn’t flushing as efficiently as it once was or maybe the decor is a bit last-season. It’s time to take a step back, have a good look and question whether your bathroom could use a makeover. We have put together five top signs to consider when evaluating the space!
Protect Your Bathroom From Mould
The bathroom is an absolute goldmine for mould to accumulate and grow due to constant heat and moisture levels. As well as affecting the appearance of your bathroom, it is also hazardous for your health.
How To Protect Your Bathroom From Mould
The bathroom is an absolute goldmine for mould to accumulate and grow due to constant heat and moisture levels. As well as affecting the appearance of your bathroom, it is also hazardous for your health. Therefore, it is important to restrain mould infestations through adequate ventilation, moisture prevention and regular cleaning:
Building Purposeful And Safe Bathrooms For Families
Building the perfect bathroom that caters to everyone in the home is no longer just about mulling over themes, colours, or lighting styles. Especially for shared bathroom situations, it needs to be a room that both the young and old can enjoy. The right design can bring a soothing spa-like experience to the bathroom, and essentially safety.
Are You Using Your Spalet Correctly?
Why wipe when you can wash? When it comes to a real cleanse, the pristine way to cleanse is definitely to wash rather than to wipe. And that holds true for bathroom hygiene, especially after a visit to the loo. Imagine this: A wipe is like spreading dirt around till the last smear gets wiped off – not a nice thought especially when it comes to your personal hygiene.
4 Hidden Tips For Creating The Perfect Family Bathroom
Although they are used on a daily basis, bathrooms are the most underrated spaces in homes. Whether the kids are fighting over space at the sink before school, or you’re preparing a bath for them at night, having a calm, structured layout is essential to a happy and functional bathroom. Regardless of your bathroom size, we’ve got four tips to help you create an efficient bathroom for you and your family.
Chrome Tapware: The Timeless Pioneer
Chrome – we love it. From the classic bathroom to contemporary and modern designs, you can never go wrong with chrome because it’s just so versatile. But, it doesn’t stop at the bathroom – it’s still a popular choice for the kitchen and laundry to create a cohesive design that complements the entire home.
UNICEF and LIXIL to “Make a Splash” and Help Bring Sanitation to Children Around the World
Tokyo, 26 July 2018 – UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s organization, and LIXIL, a maker of pioneering water and housing products, are coming together in a new partnership to help vulnerable children gain access to safe and clean toilets.
The partnership, named “Make a Splash! Toilets for All”, will leverage the two organizations’ complementary strengths to support progress towards the Sustainable Development Goal of achieving access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all, and end open defecation by 2030.
Top Architects, Designers, Developers and Media converged at the first-ever LIXIL Spalet Iconic Tour 2018 in Nagoya, Japan – the birth place of Spalets and Ceramics.
Over 50 of Asia’s top designers, architects, developers and media were invited to the first-ever LIXIL Spalet Iconic Tour 2018 in Nagoya, Japan where the highlight of the tour was the Dream Spalet Destination Competition 2018.
5 Tips To Make Your Morning Shower More Relaxing
We are often rushed on a work morning to get out the door on time, leaving little time for a pampered and relaxed experience in the bathroom – it’s all go, go, go! But it doesn’t have to be a stressful task! With a little preparation and organisation, you can turn your morning shower into 5 minutes of ‘me-time’ to set yourself up for the long day ahead. Keep reading for our handy tips to make your showertime more relaxing!
LIXIL WELCOMED ASIA’S TOP ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS TO THE FIRST- EVER LIXIL SPALET ICONIC TOUR 2018.
Grand Winner of Dream SPALET Destination Competition 2018 Announced in Evening Fete.
LIXIL, the global leader in sanitary fixtures and fittings, wrote a new page on shower toilet history as it catalyzed the convergence of Asia’s top architects and designers in Nagoya, Japan, for one singular experience: the LIXIL SPALET ICONIC TOUR. From July 12-13, 2018, guests were soaked up all things shower toilet and more, as the tour’s itinerary included an exclusive visit to the LIXIL showroom and a stopover at the INAX Museum, where they were immersed with INAX unique history as the pioneering brand in shower toilet technology.
How To Clean Your Bathroom The Green Way
Let’s face it, cleaning the bathroom is not high on anyone’s list of enjoyable things to do. What makes it even more unpleasant is having to use chemical products packed with harmful toxins. Not only do these affect our respiratory system and skin, but also our surrounding environment. That’s why many are switching to green cleaning methods to reduce their impact, and so can you with the right alternatives. We have put together our top green tips to help leave your bathroom pristine and hygienic in the safest way.
Designing A Fun And Safe Kids Bathroom
Many modern family homes not only have a master bathroom but a separate one for children to share. When designing these bathrooms, it is important to consider their individual needs and wants as elements will differ from those found in adult suites. From fun themes to safety-first fixtures, read along with our top tips to help you design the perfect bathroom for your little one’s!
3 Tiling Tips For Small Bathrooms
The colour, size and way in which you arrange tiles has a dramatic effect on the overall look and mood of your modern bathroom. Certain tiles can create a luxurious haven by expanding the look of the room, while others can make the space look gloomy and cramped; therefore, choosing the best tiles for a smaller bathroom requires careful planning, accurate measurement of the space and considered design decisions. Although the choice of tiling is subjective to different tastes and desires, these are the key factors to keep in mind to enhance the look and feel of a tiny bathroom.
Cultural Practices in Japan That Have Inspired Modern Day Toilet Technologies
Without a doubt, the world’s admiration for Japanese technology is noteworthy. Most people know about Japan’s revolutionary toilets. While fairly common in Japan, shower toilets still garner ‘oohs’ and ‘wows’ in many parts of the world.
How To Put A Little Retro Into Your Bathroom
There’s no reason why the modern bathroom can’t receive a little retro or classical makeover (of the tasteful kind)! We have highlighted three key elements including the use of colour, texture and shape to help you create a bathroom contemporary bathroom with a touch of character and charm that’ll never go out of style!
Introduce Colour Into Your Bathroom
Our bathroom is a private sanctuary to refresh ourselves for the day, relax and unwind, so it is important to think about the right colours to create a desired mood. While most bathrooms have a neutral or white theme, a pop of colour can put a little character into the room to reflect our personal style. Here are four tips on how to add that touch of colour that your bathroom needs!
First Home Buyers Guide To Transform Small Bathrooms
We all dream of having a spacious and luxurious bathroom, but for the first home buyer this is often out of reach. For many, buying a budget-friendly home or apartment with a decent sized bathroom that requires minimal renovation is a rarity – and so, a small and restrictive bathroom is usually settled for. Don’t stress though, it is possible to make your tiny bathroom look and feel spacious. We have highlighted the top four tips and to help you achieve your dream bathroom, while simultaneously increasing the value of your first home!
Transform Your Bathroom With The Right Lighting
The right source and amount of light will have a dramatic effect on your bathroom in terms of both mood and functionality. You can transform a cold and dark space into a light-filled, luxurious haven – perfect for preparing yourself for the day and unwinding at night. There are four lighting techniques designed to support different elements of the bathroom, while working in unison to enhance the overall design and functionality:
4 Bathroom Styling Tips On A Budget
A bathroom renovation is an expensive project, and when it comes to styling and décor the budget can easily exceed. But, creating a modern and luxe bathroom is certainly achievable on a tight budget. We have highlighted four styling tips that are affordable, functional and stylish to help you along the way!
3 Reasons To Decorate Your Bathroom With Plants
There is no doubt that plants are a trendy way to spruce up your bathroom as they suit both modern and traditional styles – making them extremely versatile. As an inexpensive and fresh addition to the space, here are three reasons why you should deck your bathroom with some foliage!
5 Ensuite Renovation Tips and ideas
An ensuite renovation can be an expensive project, but is an extremely worthwhile investment in creating your own personalised haven – with superior functionality. A well-designed and executed ensuite adds value to the master suite, and the overall property. Here are 5 renovation tips and ideas to help ensure you receive the ensuite of your dreams:
3 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Toilet
As toilets have evolved, so has the emphasis on style, comfort level, shape and water efficiency to Raise the Standard of living. To ensure the perfect fit and to make your toilet the hero piece of the bathroom, keep in mind these 3 tips for your next renovation:
Why You Should Choose An In-Wall Cistern
When designing or renovating a bathroom, choosing the right toilet can be so important for the design and functionality of the room. With ever changing and developing technology there is so much to consider when choosing the right toilet for your bathroom. In-wall cisterns are a hot bathroom trend, here’s a look at why you should consider it in your next design.
BEAUTIFUL. PURPOSEFUL. SAFE. FOR EVERYONE. AMERICAN STANDARD UNVEILS EXCITING INNOVATIONS AT KITCHEN & BATH CHINA 2018
All roads lead to Kitchen & Bath China (KBC) 2018.
As the world descends on Shanghai, China for this most awaited trade exhibit of the year- visitors and exhibitors alike will rediscover how American Standard continues to raise standards, as it launches an exciting lineup of bathroom solutions showcasing new innovative technologies and award-winning designs that are beautiful, purposeful and safe for everyone.
Dream Destinations: You’ll Find Them Where a Spalet Is
The season for travel is almost here. Are you planning a trip to your dream holiday destination? Whether fantasies are revolving around picturesque views, an adventurous trip or mouth-watering local delicacies, the holiday accommodation is as important as the actual itinerary in completing the perfect dream destination experience.
The Heritage And Evolution of Spalets
Japan is undoubtedly one of the most visited countries in the world. Did you know that besides its beautiful landscapes and greatly sought-after Japanese cuisine, Japan’s high level of hygiene standards are also globally recognized? Traditional Japanese bathroom cultures have inspired today’s clean, ultra-comfortable bathrooms that you see in luxury hotels, private resorts and even urban residential apartments.
Warm Up Your Bathroom This Winter
When we think of winter we can’t help but cringe at the feeling of our feet hitting the cold bathroom floor, the dreaded moment when you have to turn the shower off or the dash from the bath to your towel. Winter can have a significate impact on how we enjoy our bathroom and often disrupts the comfort and relaxation of the space. Here are a few suggestions for warming up your bathroom this winter.
Choosing the Perfect Hero Piece for Your Bathroom
Give your bathroom the wow-factor by choosing the perfect hero piece. This will be the focal point of the room; tying together design elements and setting the overall tone of the bathroom. There are a range of options to choose from so we’ve put together a list of our go-to hero pieces for any bathroom design.
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Choosing Stand-Out Bathroom Decor
If you have recently renovated and need some design inspiration or just want to add some ‘wow’ to the room, bathroom decor can help complement any bathroom. The right decor can completely transform the room, add a pop of colour and spice up the overall look and feel. We’ve put together our three favourite items that are sure to catch your eye.
Design an easy-to-clean bathroom
If you’re designing a new bathroom or renovating your old one, the ease of cleaning can often be an afterthought when it comes to the overall design. To minimise hard work in the long-term and save costs on cleaning materials, start by designing the space according to how easy it is to maintain and clean. Coupled with some easy-to-clean fixtures and American Standard’s innovative technology, you can transform your bathroom into a modern haven that is (almost) self-cleaning!
Bathroom Cleaning Made Easy
Used everyday, our basins, showers, bathtubs and toilets often need special cleaning attention to maintain a place of cleanliness and relaxation. With a few handy cleaning tips, combined with American Standard’s revolutionary technology, the job of cleaning your bathroom has never been easier or more efficient.
Choosing the Best Basin for Your Bathroom
The basin – A key feature in any bathroom, whether you’re planning to make it the hero of the room or tie in seamlessly with existing components, there’s a lot to consider to ensure you make the right decision. The number of choices available when selecting a basin can leave builders and renovators feeling a little dazed when trying to narrow down which basin is the right one for the space?
Our Top Picks for 2018 Bathroom trends
With renovating on the rise, now has never been a better time to reinvent your bathroom! Your bathroom design should complement the rest of your home and add to your overall design concept. Updating a bathroom adds significant value to your home. So, whether you’re living in a tiny terrace or a sprawled-out Queenslander a fresh new bathroom is worth its weight in gold.
What Is A Must Have Item for Japanese Holiday-makers In Their Choice Of Accommodation?
Did you guess right? Shower toilets! The Japanese pay extreme attention to details in all aspects of their lives. From the way a piece of paper is folded to exquisite product packaging, Japan’s sense of excellence lies in every detail. And it is no surprise that their detail-oriented nature extends to even bathrooms.
How to Keep the Zen in Your Bathroom
Your bathroom should be a place for long showers and warm bubble baths, a place where you can relax. With these simple tips, you can ensure your bathroom is always your space to unwind and de-stress after a long day.
What Will A Dream Destination Bathroom Look Like?
An unforgettable home away from home can take the form of plush beddings, infinity pools, gourmet food options and impeccable customer service. What about the bathroom? Have you ever wondered what a dream destination bathroom will look like?
Tips for Designing a Clutter Free Bathroom
Bathrooms are a place of relaxation, where you start and finish your busy day. This haven can quickly lose its tranquillity if not correctly designed, organised and maintained. We’ve put together five tips to help declutter your bathroom so you can enjoy this space the way it should be! Remove your bathroom relics
5 Tips for Designing a Clutter Free Bathroom
Bathrooms are a place of relaxation, where you start and finish your busy day. This haven can quickly lose its tranquillity if not correctly designed, organised and maintained. We’ve put together five tips to help declutter your bathroom so you can enjoy this space the way it should be!
Tips to Keeping Your Bathroom Renovation on Track
Designing your dream bathroom is exciting but the actual renovation can be costly, time consuming and stressful. It might be the smallest room in the house but it can often cause the biggest headaches! To keep your bathroom reno on track we’ve put together a list of tips to streamline your bathroom project to avoid delays.
Our Top Picks for Modern Bathrooms
You’re finally ready to start renovating the bathroom but still struggling to nail down the final design! To spark your creativity, we’ve put together a list of our top picks for a modern bathroom design.
3 important elements of a modern bathroom
In 2018 bathroom renovations are rife with modern design. While it may be hard to choose what bathroom design is best for your home, here at American Standard we look for three very important design elements. We’ve taken the guesswork out of bathroom design and listed the most important elements to look for in your new bathroom.
4 Features Making Cleaning Toilets a Breeze
Cleaning your toilet is never on the top of the to-do list – It can be messy, awkward and is often the first thing to be used straight after you’ve cleaned it! American Standard’s Acacia Evolution Collection is taking the hard work out of cleaning toilets through modern designs and revolutionary technology.
Top 5 Must-Haves for a Dream Destination
We all get bitten by the travel bug, but not everyone has the same definition of a dream travel destination. Conquering a mountain’s summit in the Everest may be a dream destination for some, while enjoying the sun, sand and sea on a hammock in Maldives may be paradise for another. Then again, sometimes, the most unusual experience can make the best travel memory.
Top 6 Misconceptions About Bidets & Shower Toilets, Debunked
It’s a long-standing argument that has been going back and forth in the name of hygiene: Should we wipe or wash after using the toilet?
This isn’t the easiest conversation to have since not many are comfortable revealing their toilet habits. However, the sticky nature of the issue makes it necessary to do an audit on our bathroom habits.
LIXIL wins big with 21 Red Dot Design Awards for ground-breaking innovations
Tokyo, Japan – The Red Dot Design Awards has awarded LIXIL, maker of pioneering water and housing products, with 21 honors this year. The awards, which celebrate exceptional design performance, recognized six of the company’s product brands: INAX, GROHE, American Standard, LIXIL, DXV, and SATO. The winning entries feature designs for all lifestyles, intuitive functionality, and innovative technology that make better homes a reality for people everywhere.
The Timeless Bathroom
Just like fashion trends, bathroom trends have the danger of coming and going which is why when you are creating your dream space it’s important to keep one thought in mind. How do I create a personal but timeless bathroom? After investing money, time and love into coordinating your bathroom you don’t want to later regret design choices, which is why we are here to offer advice on some of the best ways to reflect your own style in ways that will remain timeless.
An Evolution in Bathrooms
You want your bathroom to be the perfect balance of functionality and pleasing aesthetics, of practicality and breathtaking design. In order to achieve this, costs can often be high and products sometimes still don’t seem to deliver all they’ve promised.
How To Maximize Space In Small Bathrooms
With the current trend of smaller living spaces, one of the objectives in interior décor is to maximize the space we are getting out of every room in the home. In this instance, the bathroom. How can we save ample space in the bathroom to give it a bigger, fresher and livelier look? Can petite bathrooms really be a viable place to wind down after a long day?
Collection Spotlight: Acacia Evolution
Aesthetically pleasing and intuitive, the Acacia Evolution Collection reflects an inherent understanding of form and function. Acacia Evolution’s modern design is expressed in soft lines and balanced proportions which create a sense of tranquility and calm.
Bathroom Maintenance
Bathroom Maintenance. Bathrooms are a place of cleanliness, a space where we prepare for the day or wash the worries of one that is over away. Nothing makes this experience more enjoyable than a fresh, clean and sparkling environment. Unfortunately, that goes hand in hand with bathroom maintenance. By following these simple tips you can make the job of cleaning your bathroom less of an ordeal, meaning you can fully enjoy all of the leisure and relaxation that the space can offer you.
Why You Should Go Big On Small Bathrooms
Who doesn’t dream of a big luxurious bathroom? The thought of a spacious bathroom almost immediately relaxes one’s state of mind. However, with the growing trend of small apartments, many homeowners find that the size of bathrooms are also fast diminishing. Most homeowners now face the challenge of trying to fit wares and fittings into small, even tiny bathroom spaces.
3 More Ways To Create a Family-Friendly Bathroom Without Sacrificing Style
Who doesn’t dream of a big luxurious bathroom? The thought of a spacious bathroom almost immediately relaxes one’s state of mind. However, with the growing trend of small apartments, many homeowners find that the size of bathrooms are also fast diminishing. Most homeowners now face the challenge of trying to fit wares and fittings into small, even tiny bathroom spaces.
Bathroom Trends: Then & Now
We are going to look back at some of the questionable trends that have graced bathrooms throughout the decades and how modern bathrooms have improved upon these moments in design history.
How to Build Your Dream Bathroom
Don’t know how to design a dream bathroom? Here are some useful tips from American Standard’s VP of Design, Antoine Besseyre des Horts. The blueprint for a dream home will always come with a perfect bathroom. Bathrooms no longer just function as a shower space, they have since evolved to become living spaces. In today’s often stressful and chaotic lives, the bathroom plays a very important role. It has turned into the only space in the household where you can indulge in some personal time to relax, rejuvenate, and re-energize.
How To Create The Perfect ‘His-and-Hers’ Bathroom
While the bathroom has evolved over time to become a sanctuary for singles and families, it has also become a special place for couples. With comfort and ergonomics as the usual priorities in most bathrooms, there is much room to explore in the aesthetics aspect – for a gender-friendly bathroom.
