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Crowning Jewel: A classic accessory gives baths a new dimension

April 12, 2011 in Baths, Designing by Sejal Bhima | 6 comments

This week is AH&L’s annual contest judging for the “Bath of the Year” competition. With this year’s record number of entries I’m excited to see what emerging trends entrants have incorporated into their designs. But I’m also hoping that my favorite classic oversized accessory—a towering floor mirror—has made it into a few of the baths. Especially if it’s placed behind a dreamy bathtub. swoon. Here are a few of my favorite examples…

via House Beautiful

AH&L July 2009, designed by Amy Morris

via Jordan Guide Design

All of the mirrors serve as stunning focal points, but beyond just their beauty, large mirrors in typically smaller spaces such as baths can visually expand the area. Another thing to note in first two pictures is the use of furniture that looks like it’s been lifted from a bedroom or living room, bringing with it a sense of warmth and coziness.

What’s your bathroom must-have?

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On Our Radar

August 19, 2010 in Designing, Events, Kitchen & Bath by Kate | No comments

A view of the new Elegant Additions showroom

Big news! Atlanta’s newest kitchen and bath showroom, Elegant Additions, is gearing up to launch its latest collections with a grand opening celebration at its new Miami Circle location. The week of August 23 through August 27 will play host to a fabulous lineup of in-house events. All events are open to the public, but many require an R.S.V.P. in advance. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Monday: A presentation by Rocky Mountain Hardware will include a box luncheon from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Seating is limited, so attendees must R.S.V.P. by e-mailing jodii@elegantadditions.net or by calling (770) 945-8088.

Tuesday: Today’s open house will launch a silent auction benefitting DIFFA and offer giveaway items and drinks from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday: An ASID residential roundtable, held from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., will grant guests the opportunity to lunch and learn about local design resources care of local industry leaders. R.S.V.P. to laura@asidga.org.

Thursday: The Soap & Water party, benefitting DIFFA, will feature cocktails, music, an auction and raffle from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enter the raffle for a rare opportunity to design your own cabinet hardware for just $20 per raffle ticket. Plus, the first 100 guests to this fête will receive a swag bag of giveaway goodies.

Friday: The silent auction, featuring products from Burgbad, Gessi, Edgar Berebi, Hamilton Sinkler, Lacava, THG, Valli Valli and more, closes at 2 p.m. Bidders do not have to be present to win.

The new Elegant Additions showroom is located at 674 Miami Circle NE, Atlanta, GA 30324. (877) 542-0088; elegantadditions.net

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