Bathrooms can be a challenge to decorate or redecorate for many of us. Perhaps it's because of the function, or the size (generally these are some of the smaller rooms in our homes), or possibly the shape. Here are some great bathroom design ideas and tips for bathroom remodel projects, bathroom redecorating or bathroom design. There are some fundamental design decisions that apply to any home decor project, bathrooms included.

First, do you know what your decorating style is? While not a show-stopper, it sure helps to have a plan and be consistent from room to room in your home. Take this interior decorating style quiz now, and then come back when you're finished.

Second, how about your color palette? Again, it makes your interior decorating decisions so much simpler when there is a consistent plan. Read about Color Personality...then come back here to continue the discussion about bathroom design ideas!

Follow these Design Guidelines and bathroom design ideas, and you will have a great plan for your bathroom redecorating project!

1. First, you need to decide what it is you are going to do with your bathroom. So, start by taking an inventory of what you are working with and make a list. For example, write down the type of fixtures that are currently in the bathroom and indicate if they will remain as is or be changed. Or, the item might be something you currently don't have, such as a towel bar, and needs to be purchased. Do the same for the walls,floors, etc., right down to the towels and toilet paper holder.

This is your Master List - make sure you put this in writing, as it will remain an important reference tool in your bathroom decorating and design.

2. Now that your Master List is in your hand, before you do anything else or come up with any other great bathroom design ideas, decide what your bottom line budget is going to be.

It's important to be realistic now rather than halfway through the bathroom redecorating project and suddenly find yourself with no more budget left! This is true whether your budget is $20,000, $5,000 or $500. If the amount spent is not a concern then this decision will not hold as much relevance. But it is always wise to establish a spending goal with a home decor project.

If you're not sure about the cost of something, particularly if it is a remodel project, estimate on the high side to be safe. For smaller purchases such as accessories and lighting, you can spend as much or as little as the budget will allow, so you can control those expenditures. Give this your best effort and estimate a little high, then pare down if necessary. You might also note which expenditures are 'must do' and which are 'would like to do', so if you need to re-evaluate your budget you'll have a head start.

4. Have you gone through every item on your master list? Got all those bathroom design ideas swirling around in your head and ready to dash out the door to create that beautiful bathroom? Before you make any decisions, do any shopping, paint selections, etc., make sure you have the Master List in your hand.

Why? Well, unless you have a photographic memory, as you are looking at your options, going from store to store, or even shopping online, details have a tendency to blur. It's much less stressful to have everything at your fingertips. You might think about taking some pictures and bring your digital camera (or use your phone) with you to refer to. That helps me tremendously when I am shopping for my clients.

So there you have the Design Guidelines for creating beautiful bathrooms, or any other room in your home when it comes to home decorating!

You are now prepared to make great purchase and decor decisions!

As you are shopping and making selections, keep some important bathroom design ideas in mind:

• Most decorating styles work best with consistent material selection. For example, if your faucet is brushed nickel finish, it's a good idea to use that same finish, or one very similar, on the towel bars, as opposed to shiny gold.
• Follow your interior decor style in the bathroom, as in other rooms of your home. If your home is traditional decor, trim the windows and door(s) with decorative molding, and use crown molding at the ceiling and across the tops of the windows, for example.
• Before you choose a color specific tile for the floor (let's use teal for example), make sure you really, really love this color, because you'll be looking at it for a long time! It might be wiser to select a neutral color for the tile and use teal as an accent or wall color.
• Consistency in your color palette is also a good thing. It's fun to venture into a new color in the bathroom, but be sure to pull in at least one accent color that appears in the rest of your home.

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