Home & Living February 23rd 2018

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elcome to February’s Home and Living! Is this winter ever going to end? My retail therapy seems to be working really well though!

From pinch pots to cushions, if the weather doesn’t improve there will be no room for any of us on the sofa.

This month we’re looking at bathrooms so if you’re thinking of changing the most important room in the house, check out our top trends for bathrooms 2018.

There is so much choice out there now it’s fantastic.

We’ve picked out some of our favorites.

Our house this month is a lesson in colour from Kadri Bormeister, colour consultant. We love the bold choice of colours in this house and a special thanks to the lovely homeowner who welcomed us into her amazing home.

Home and Living is now on Instagram so if you’re looking for some interior inspiration give us a follow @ homeandliving_kadvertiser. We’re all about millennial pink this month, and keep an eye out for some upcoming competitions!

Noelle Casey

and the Killarney Advertiser Team

Directory Corcoran's Furniture & Carpets Ltd. Hal-Lou Furnishings Sliding Wardrobes Maurice Prendiville Acme Blinds Factory Carpets Direct Ardfert Furniture Cremur Moriartys of Killorglin McElligotts Killarney Furniture & Carpet Centre Kadri Bormeiter Lots Ted Healy M.D. O'Shea Boyles The White Room

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Notebook Want to recreate the very on-trend spa bathroom look? We’ve put together our top pieces to help you out. We all want to paint our bathrooms Jack Black now!

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Home & Living - February 23, 2018

HOUSE MONTH OF THE

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The owners wanted to create a timeless home that would age well, the couple had gathered lots of pieces of furniture over the years. It was only a matter of moving things around or finding a new place in another part of the Home, to improve the flow. The interior design scheme was chosen to bring out the character of the home, choosing materials suited to the existing interior decor and furniture and also with the introduction of new design elements.

Space planning and room layouts are often areas that are over-looked and neglected, but it is one of the key components of an interior design project as seen on this job. The correct colour scheme and selection of fabrics helps to bring everything together and disguise any mistakes.

SITTING ROOM''THE THINKING ROOM'' It was just a question of making better use of the space, the previous layout

of the room was not working. Changing this was crucial in order to make the room flow, it changed the whole look of the space and made it more functional.

The next step was finding a place for the paintings. A gallery wall was created to display all the beautiful art the owners had collected over the years

METALLIC ELEMENTS COMBINED WITH EARTHY COLOURS The metallic theme runs through the building. The master bedroom was made richer and intimate looking by introducing a metallic sheen fabric from Belgium and textured wallpaper from the US.

SPA LOOK BATHROOM The main bathroom has been turned into a private spa by putting in the high panelling and a funky wallpaper. The idea here is to take the mind off the everyday thoughts and bring you to a place that feels different and helps you to relax.

THEMED BEDROOMS All the upstairs bedrooms are designed differently in order to give each area a theme. This helps to make the overall interior design scheme visually more attractive.

The long boys bedroom was made cosier by adding a custom built bed and beams, done by a local carpenter.

The old wardrobes were painted the same as the walls to bring them up to date.

DINING AREA The curtain fabric of the dining area helps to bring the outside in. The mauve stripe material was a special order as well as the roman blinds. The cashmere colour roman blinds have a herringbone design. This connects well with the wallpaper pattern. Layering different textures, fabrics and colours has helped to create a sense of luxury, warmth and making this house into family home.

Interior design by

KADRI BORMEISTER

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TRENDS FOR 2018 ADD COLOUR TO BATHROOM DÉCOR “Colour in the bathroom is an upcoming trend – or rather a revival,” according to Marlene Presa, UK marketing manager of Villeroy & Boch.

Colour is definitely sneaking back into our lives and our interiors which living with our grey skies can only be a good thing. Colour and texture can be introduced in a number of ways, from geometric tiles to coloured shower panels, vanity tops and basins, or even with accessories.

LUXURY STANDALONE BATHS The star of many contemporary schemes is the freestanding tub. If you’re short on space, designers have created options that work in small spaces. It’s possible to choose anything from a compact slipper bath to more luxurious bateau or roll top.

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From mixing metals to black and white and spa bathrooms, if you're planning a bathroom renovation for the New Year make sure you take heed of these luxury bathroom design ideas for 2018.

Home & Living - February 23, 2018

THE LATEST STYLISH

BATHROOM TRENDS FOR 2018 SLEEK WOOD EFFECTS Everything from Scandi design influences to the trend for natural materials has driven the popularity of sleek wood. Timber’s versatility has been another driving force, with pale planks creating a light, airy look, knotted and gnarled woods bringing a rustic feel and darker tones being used to add a shot of drama. It brings warmth to a contemporary scheme, and authenticity to a traditional bathroom. With tiles looking more and more like the real thing you can have the best of both worlds.

GO BLACK AND WHITE It’s time to fall back in love with monochrome. Edgy black bathrooms are all over Instagram but the black and white theme lets you embrace this trend without going the full hog! Used for accents,

surfaces and focal-point pieces, they’re the perfect way to introduce moody tones without sacrificing light from a space.

SPA BATHROOMS Design experts agree there has been a shift in the role of the bathroom from practical room to additional living area.

As it has become a place to spend more time relaxing, its decor has changed, too.

Soft furnishings, storage that resembles furniture and chic lighting fixtures are now the norm alongside indulgent rainfall showers, recessed mirrors and open shelving.

The bathroom is no longer just a small room to wash in, with increasingly busy lives it has become a retreat, so it makes sense to include an indulgent drench shower or spa-style bath.

MIX MATERIALS Bathrooms are the perfect space to explore the use of mixed materials, with taps and accessories for the bathroom now in every colour metal you can imagine, and the use of mirrors as a feature is a great chance to apply the trend of mixed metals.

JACK AND JILL BATHROOMS Twin features, such as his and hers basins, double-ended baths and pairs of cabinets are a nod to the styling seen in boutique hotels. As well as being practical, these also appeal to our symmetrical selves. As we all know, every minute counts in the morning

and although we may all crave his and hers bathrooms for the sake of our marriages, its not really an option for most of us. The Jack and Jill sinks are the next best thing.

INSTALL A WET ROOM Opting for a wet room in place of a shower enclosure continues to be a big trend, but there’s a move to add more features and make it less of a plain space, add some storage space and a feature with some recessed selves. There’s also an emphasis on unique glass effects that provide extra character and style.