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Bathroom Remodel Company Creates Home Sanctuaries

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These days people are spending more time than ever at home. Whether you are working for home or confined under a stay-at-home order, “home” has a whole new meaning. In Orange County, Inspired Remodels, a bathroom remodel company, is turning homes into sanctuaries.

The Concept of Sanctuary

A sanctuary is a place of refuge or safety. Traditionally, it is a holy place. When you are threatened, fearful, or in danger, you turn to a sanctuary to protect you.

During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, home has become sanctuary. When the government tells you to shelter in place, it’s the place you want to be.

So, in a way, your home is already a sanctuary.

Why shouldn’t it feel like one?

Inspired Remodels believes that in all times (good and bad) your home is a place of refuge and every room should feel like a sanctuary, especially the bathroom.

Spa Sanctuary

Some bathrooms feel like a spa sanctuary. When you’ve had enough of flattening the curve, economic shutdown, and Dr. Fauchi it’s time to retreat.

Draw a hot or warm bath and soak. Relax surrounded by peaceful, neutral colors and finishes from nature.

While the current circumstances aren’t exactly what the bathroom remodel company had in mind when creating this bathroom, it was designed to be a place to relax and unwind. A refuge of a sort. A bathroom sanctuary with a spa feel.

Natural light floods the room from the top half of the window while the bottom is shaded for privacy.

From the tile mosaic that starts as a backsplash and continues at chair rail height to add visual interest to the cool stone floors and vanity top, nature is all around you.

The soaking tub beckons you to slip off your clothes and slip into soothing, calming waters.

The simplicity of the shaker style cabinetry and the clean lines of the dual mirrors complete the look.

Of course the seashell accent finishes the look.

Who wouldn’t want to forget about viruses, face masks, and social distancing in this room?

Roman Sanctuary

Not looking for sanctuary in an Asian-inspired spa experience? How about an Italian escape? This bathroom remodel is heavily influenced by a rustic Roman aesthetic.

Mix natural stone with man-made tile for contrast. Use oiled bronze faucets to achieve a rustic farmhouse feel.

No simple shaker cabinetry here. This vanity is replete with moldings that border on Baroque.

Frosted glass tempers the light in the room.

Close your eyes and you could be in Italy.

The craftsman’s attention to detail is clear in the shower. A simple space for performing routine hygiene is a work of art. A niche provides convenience. The built in bench beckons you to linger in this bathroom sanctuary.

Inspired Remodels is the Premier Bathroom Remodel Company

Time to turn your home into a sanctuary? Call Inspired Remodels. Brothers Jason and Joe Mueller are the Orange County design/build remodelers that turn houses into places of rest and refuge.

Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us online. Check out the bathroom remodel portfolio for inspiration. Make your home your sanctuary.

Fresh Shower Remodel Idea: Tub in Shower

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Looking to get the most of your shower remodel? Take a look at this year’s hottest trend: the freestanding tub in the shower. It actually saves room and maintenance time and money. Here’s why:

Shower Remodel Creates a Wet Room

So tubs and showers both require water. And the people that use them tend to get this water everywhere. Water is necessary in the bathroom. That means controlling water is necessary too.

By placing your freestanding tub in an enclosed shower, you create a “wet” room. Behind the glass, water can flow freely. Whether its in the tub or shower. When you step out of the tub, you are still in a “wet” area. When you turn off the shower, you are still in the “wet” area.

You don’t leave the “wet” area until you are ready to be dry. These wet areas are not only practical, they give the space a real spa-like feel.

This Aliso Viejo shower remodel created a luxurious wet area that keeps the water contained. Dual shower areas and a freestanding tub accommodate a variety of bathing preferences. From rain shower to a good long soak, the owner’s can indulge without creating a flood. They can even give the kids the splashiest of baths without water worries. Nice.

Simplified Design Saves

A shower remodel that puts the tub in the shower can actually simplify the design. You may even find that you save money. A dedicated wet area creates more of a blank slate. Get more flexibility in placing fixtures. Flexibility usually makes plumbing easier and less costly. You may find that a shower door isn’t necessary. Simplified glass design reduces glass costs.

When you create dry areas in the wet area, you get everything you need at your fingertips. Now that is a simplified design for simplified use. This towel bar is installed inside the wet area. It’s location will keep towels dry, keep them easily accessible and free up wall space in the dry area.

Maximize Dry Areas

By utilizing the “wet area” concept in this bathroom remodel, it was easier to maximize the use of the remaining dry area. Double sinks were easier to install. Instead of one large double sink vanity, the His and Her concept is pulled off with two single sinks on opposite walls.

Two people can easily use the sinks at the same time without creating a traffic jam. This bathroom remodel created a space that is beautiful and performs beautifully as well. Isn’t that what you want in a bathroom?

Inspired Shower Remodels

For truly inspired shower remodels, start with Inspired Remodels. Get amazing options for your remodel from the most amazing Orange County remodeling contractor.

Whether you want a tub in the shower area, a traditional shower/tub combo, or soaking tubs and steam showers, start with Inspired Remodels. We design and build. You work with one firm from start to finish and have a dedicated point of contact.

Inspired shower remodels start at Inspired Remodels. Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us online today.

Does a Shower Remodel Add Value to Your House?

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Are you thinking about selling your house? Do you want to remodel the bathroom but aren’t sure if you’ll see a return on your investment? Good news! Updating the bathroom is a great way to get the house ready to sell. Whether you completely redo the entire room or just do a simple shower remodel, you’re making your home easier to sell. And you’ll see the difference in the value on your home.

What’s a Bathroom Remodel Cost?

The cost of a bathroom remodel depends on how much work you do. That just makes sense. For our purposes, we’ll define a bathroom remodel as completely updating an existing 5 x 7 bathroom. On average that includes replacing the fixtures, including a new tub. Installing new ceramic tile around the tub and on the floor, replacing the countertop and sink, and updating the lighting. A basic bathroom remodel in the Pacific area costs an average of $21,855 according to the Remodeling 2018 Cost vs Value Report and you will recoup about 87.7% of that amount when you sell the house.

When prospective buyers look at your house, one of their key concerns are the bathroom and the kitchen. If you don’t want to remodel the entire bathroom, a shower remodel and updating the countertops makes the room look new and fresh and saves on the cost of the remodel.

What to Include in the Shower Remodel

Include features buyers want in your shower remodel. Fabulous showers include plenty of built-in storage space. Use niches to store personal care and hygiene items close at hand in the shower. Today, niches replace old, dated soap holders. Plus, they provide room for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and whatever else you want close at hand.

Upgrade the shower head too. Buyers love multiple shower heads, rain shower heads, and handheld shower heads. Give them what they want! You’ll enjoy the upgrade too.

Roman Shower is Easy to Care Option for Shower Remodel

Glass shower enclosures may be a chore to keep clean and sparkling, but buyers love the look. A Roman shower is a great alternative. It uses less glass, so it’s easier to keep clean. It works well with any open design.

Don’t forget a seat. A seat is practical and adds safety.

What to Include in a Bathroom Remodel

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Double Vanities are a Must Have for Master Bathroom

If you are remodeling the entire bathroom, you’ll want to follow the most current design trends. Replace that large jetted tub with a soaking tub. Use wood-look ceramic tile whether you want a spa-look or a more traditional design. Wood-look ceramic tile gives you the warmth of wood with the easy care and practicality of tile. It’s the look to have.

Update the lighting to include a mix of natural light (if possible) as well as task and mood lighting. Review our tips on lighting at our General Contractors Guide to Functional Bathrooms.

In a master bathroom, double sinks can be a make or break feature for many buyers. If you have the space for two separate vanities, splurge. If you don’t, install double sinks with plenty of room for two people.

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Cost versus Value

Whether you are selling your house or staying for 10, 15, or 20 years or more, the value of your shower remodel or complete bathroom makeover is important.

Realistically, very few home improvements add more value than their cost. Only replacing a garage door or a manufactured stone veneer recoups more than the cost in the Pacific region of the US. However, an old bathroom may keep buyers from making an offer on your home. Or worse, offers may come in for much less than you ask. Updating the bathroom or kitchen makes the home show better and increases the chances of receiving more offers.

If you plan on staying in your home, a shower remodel or bathroom upgrade will provide you with years of enjoyment. A bathroom that is functional and beautiful is priceless.

Want more information about a shower remodel, whole bathroom update or other remodeling? Call Inspired Remodels at (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us online.