Knowing when and how to remodel your bathroom
Oftentimes, the kitchen is named the heart of the home, but one could argue that it is, in fact, the bathroom. It is a space that uniquely starts and ends your day, doubling as a place of both efficiency and relaxation. The 2024 U.S. Houzz and Home Study states that primary bathroom remodels make up 27% of all home renovations. The study also revealed that the median amount spent on bathroom renovations increased by 11%, reaching $15,000 for bathrooms in 2023, showing their growing popularity. A bathroom remodel gives you the opportunity to reimagine your space, enhancing both its layout and design to make daily routines more efficient and enjoyable.
It is important that your bathroom is suited to your unique needs. Some signs that you may be ready to remodel your bathroom include lack of functionality, outdated decor, plumbing issues, or an expanding family with growing needs. Other aspects to consider are the value a remodel could add, not only to your everyday life but also to your home. According to the RenoFi Renovation Index, even a mid-range bathroom remodel could recoup up to 64% of the total cost on projects of roughly $13,688.
Different ways you can customize your bathroom include adding extra storage space, installing larger showers, choosing tile styles and placements, and varying fixtures. This can also be an opportunity to think about the future and any amenities that may be necessary, such as shower seating and handrails.
The stunning restroom transformation featured here showcases some features that can improve quality of life. The built-in shower seating can help reduce strain on the body and prevent injury. The varied use of tile throughout the project serves both to highlight and decorate the space. Highlighting the luxurious soaking tub is a custom floor tile layout that mirrors that of the shower floor. Mosaic tile is also used in the shower as well as along the top of the wall, tying the peacock motif throughout the space. These touches give the room a unique and personalized life, allowing for better enjoyment.
Bathroom remodeling is the ultimate form of self-care. Depending on the type of enhancements you include, you are not only caring for your current self but your future self as well. Customizing and beautifying your space makes it more engaging, encouraging more use and better efficiency, thus improving your standard of living.