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A Splash of Luxury Dressing your home is similar to dressing yourself. You have to fall in love with the look. But interior design reflects more. When styling your home, a timeless and classic look should be emphasized while also factoring comfort, energy, and function.
Whether you are planning to outfit a new bathroom or gift yourself the dream kitchen you’ve always wanted, Splash offers more than luxury for your home. The gracious curve of a faucet spout, claw feet on a vintage-style tub, molding on a custom cabinet or just the right knob to open it with are just a few of the accents Splash offers to add that special touch to your home. Maybe you’ve been longing to add a master bath suite, freshen up your powder room, install a wine cellar, or maybe even expand your kitchen. Whatever you are touching up, Splash shows a fresh inspiration and an extensive series of product choices. From fabulous faucets and fixtures to tantalizing tiles and tops, custom cabinetry and gracious hardware, Splash 30
has a comprehensive collection of home necessities for kitchen, bath, and bar. They captivate a combination of function and aesthetics and deliver a home space that is efficient and relaxing. I had the opportunity to chat with Splash Showroom Manager and Interior Designer Brent Hugus. Brent has worked with Splash for five years, is on the National Kitchen & Bath Association, and consistently travels to conventions throughout the US and overseas to gather interior updates. Brent took the time to share a few of his design tricks, tips, and inspirations; plus what to look for next season! MANIAC: Describe the design process with Splash. Brent Hugus: The design process at Splash
is very flexible. After meeting with a client and accessing their goals, we create a plan that encompasses their dream space. M: Where do you seek current design trends? BH: We are fortunate to be in an industry that is driven by global fashion. The manufacturers we work with drive trends that are on the cutting edge. M: What makes Splash different from other companies? BH: The breadth of products we carry facilitates the design process, thus creating the client’s dream space (tile, plumbing, fixtures, lighting, custom cabinets, hardware). M: What are your current interior inspirations? BH: My inspirations come from traveling to different states and countries. I am able to see, first hand, design trends that I can relate back to my sale staff and customers. M: What would you suggest to customers looking to add a bit of luxury to their homes, whether kitchen or bath? BH: Invest in items that get the most use, like a pot filler or steam in your shower. You will enjoy the functionality of those luxury items in your home, while adding value for future return on investment when selling. M: When it comes to bathrooms, Splash is able to create hydrotherapy at home, giving
home bathrooms a spa-like effect. Describe the creating process. BH: The products we have available make it easy to achieve the spa-like effect in the home. Various tub lines have hydrotherapy, chromatherapy, heated back rest, and aromatherapy all in one (Bain Ultra). In addition, the client can create a shower with chromatherapy, steam, and sound with the Thermasol line. M: What home investments would you recommend to customers? BH: Invest in a higher quality kitchen or bath so you are able to enjoy the luxury every day. M: Kitchen trends are also constantly changing, what are a few popular kitchen looks right now? BH: Transitional looks with white marbles, polished nickel/chrome, white and grays are increasingly popular today. M: When designing a showroom, what’s the most important aspect you want to stand out to customers? BH: The showroom should not overwhelm the customer, but instead inspire them with innovative ideas. Updating displays consistently helps to stay up to date on trends in the industry. M: Splash definitely puts emphasis on the details in a home. Whether it be molding, hardwood, the perfect knob, or claw feet
on your fabulous vintage tubs, details really do set the bar. What are a few popular accessories in design right now? BH: Accessories such as towel warmers, rain shower heads, and crystal knobs are a perfect detail in achieving style in your home. Accessories can take the bath or kitchen to the next level. M: What looks should we expect to see more of in homes? BH: Cleaner designs, whites, grays, glass, floating cabinets, and wall mount toilets will be seen more in the future. M: When setting the scene at home, what do you think is the most important aspect to the image? BH: All aspects are important. The space needs to be well thought out and put together using the home owner’s wants and needs. To make a trip to a Splash Pittsburgh showroom visit www.exploresplash.com for locations. As for the MANIAC team, we may need one of those Spa-effect showers, or a vintage claw foot tub!
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