You might think designing a bathroom is a piece of cake—just pick some tile and fixtures, and you’re good to go, right? If only it were that easy. Because designing one of the smallest rooms in your home can quickly turn into a wild decision-making marathon (even for a bathroom interior designer). Let’s break it down and take a closer look at the vanity—because, trust me, it’s a lot more than just “pick and choose.”
- First off, are we going for a completely custom-built vanity or something ready-made?
- Will it be freestanding or built-in?
- Floor or wall-mounted?
- What type of finish for the faucet? Polished nickel? Satin nickel? Chrome? Stainless steel? Oh, you want brass? Well, is that unlacquered, polished, satin, or antique? Spoiler: it matters.
- Now, do you want the faucet wall-mounted or deck-mounted?
- And what about the faucet handles? Widespread, center-set, or a single lever?
- Is the sink drop-in or under-mount? And for the drain, do we want a pop-up or a twist stop?
Is your head spinning yet? Well, sorry, cause we gotta make some choices for the countertops!
- Marble, quartz, concrete, soapstone, or tile?
- And how do you want that finish—polished or honed?
- What about the edge detail? Bullnose, ogee, crescent, quarter round? Seriously, there are over 20 options, and they can completely change the look of the entire bathroom!
- How thick should those countertops be? And how far should they hang over the cabinet edge?
I mean, who knew bathroom design could feel like a full-blown math exam, right?
Alright, alright, I promise I’ll stop torturing you. Because here’s the real deal: hiring an interior designer for your bathroom renovation (or any renovation, really) is a total game-changer. Let’s make this fun and, most importantly, stress-free. Here’s why hiring an interior designer for your bathroom renovation (or any renovation!) is a game-changer.
Hiring an Interior Designer for Your Bathroom Reno Gives You More Time for What Matters
Obviously, bathroom renovations take lots of time. Time for planning. Time and energy coordinating with painters, plumbers, tile workers, etc. Juggling logistics like, which task should come first? Should the tile work get done before the painting? It’s a lot to manage on top of everything you’ve already got going on in life. Hiring a designer to handle the logistics means you have more time for what you enjoy. It means more time for coffee (or wine, or tequila!) with friends, picturesque family outings where everyone gets along—cause that’s how they always turn out, right?!—, binging the latest Netflix top 10, or indulging in some “self-care” with a secret stash of Oreos hidden deep in your closet (I’ve definitely never done that).
Hiring an Interior Designer for Your Bathroom Reno Prevents Costly Mistakes
Installing a shower fixture that your home’s water heater can’t even support? It’s happened, and I hear it’s not a fun experience when your multiple shower heads and body sprays turn freezing cold in the middle of your shower. Guess who has your back against these totally avoidable, money-draining mistakes? That’s right! An interior designer (like me! wink wink). It’s my job to make sure every choice is a smart one and won’t haunt you later in the form of pricey fixes and unintended cold plunges.
No Second-Guessing
Imagine this…you’re in a tile shop, looking for the perfect tile, but feeling totally lost in the sea of options. Your contractor is waiting on your decision, and you’re running out of time. It’s overwhelming and stressful to feel like you have to make that decision under pressure. And then, when you finally choose something, the dreaded second-guessing kicks in. Did you just make a huge mistake?! When you work with a designer, you can leave those uncertain feelings behind. With their expertise, you’ll feel confident in every decision you make, knowing that every detail was carefully selected to transform your bathroom into a space you’ll never want to leave.
A Stress-Free Experience
Another great part about having a professional on board (ahem, that’s me!) is that you get to take a breather from all the stress of managing a bathroom project. An interior designer has got it all figured out, from the very first spark of an idea to the big reveal, with systems and processes in place that keep everything running like clockwork. So, instead of feeling like you’ve been cast in some never-ending home improvement show, you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the whole renovation experience.
Renovating your bathroom doesn’t have to be a daunting task with endless decisions and sleepless nights. With the expertise of a skilled designer, you can turn your bathroom into a stunner without the Xanax prescription;)
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