Home Fashion Forecast - Spring 2008 - (Page 8) style poınts spa factors slim & trim Even small bathrooms can benefit from the functionality and elegance of an etagere, like A.A. Importing Co.’s #47241 etegere. Despite its compact size—it measures 54 inches tall, 17.5 inches wide and 14 inches deep—the piece has three shelves roomy enough to hold multiple towels and bath products and a drawer for storing personal items. It’s shown in an antique white finish, currently a popular finish color for accent pieces. #47241 etagere by A.A. Importing Co. Now that most new, single-family homes have two or more bathrooms, it’s not surprising that consumers are seeking out upscale fixtures to turn one of these rooms into a relaxing adult retreat. Whirlpools with chromatherapy are replacing bathtubs, and showerheads are giving way to bodysprays. Kohler Co.’s Yin-Yang Wading Pool™ lavatory, for instance, is made from vitreous china shaped to resemble the iconic symbol describing the two opposing but complementary forces in Chinese philosophy. The center of the basin is subtly convex, so water flows outward, then swirls around to the offset drain. The faucet deck accommodates a range of faucet types and provides space for soaps and toiletries. YinYang is available in 17 Kohler colors. soulful cleansing Copyright © Kohler Co. Used by permission. Yin-Yang Wading Pool™ lavatory by Kohler Co. in the corner Deborah corner tub by MTI Whirlpools. Adding upscale features to existing and smaller bathrooms has gotten easier over the years, thanks to svelte sinks and toilets, glass shower enclosures and built-in cabinetry. MTI Whirlpools’ Deborah corner tub now makes it possible for homeowners to bring the therapeutic benefits of a whirlpool tub into a less-thanpalatial bathroom. The compact, yet spacious, tub has a clean, angular shape that parallels the area it occupies. It can be corner-mounted, stand alone, adjoin vanities and other cabinetry, or be installed beneath a window. It’s available as a soaker or whirlpool, in a variety of colors and with numerous features, such as an invisible audio system. 8 HOME fashion forecast
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