Edelman News — Design and Trends

Waterworks[/caption] Whenever a new trend hits the kitchen & bath industry, we can’t help but geek out. The latest and greatest is industrial-inspired design, pushing the limits on integrating industrial style into residential spaces. Several manufacturers are offering their take on the trend, and we’re assuming there will be more to come. Here are a few of our favorite concepts and pieces we've found so far: Exposed Plumbing and Industrial Style Vanities - The sink area is a great place in the bathroom to showcase the industrial design trend. You can achieve this look by incorporating trough sinks, exposed plumbing, unique lighting, or a vanity...

1. Freshen your walls with a new coat of paint. Traditional Bathroom by Minneapolis Interior Designers & Decorators Eminent Interior Design 2. Swap out your bathroom cabinet hardware. Contemporary Bathroom by Saskatoon Interior Designers & Decorators Atmosphere Interior Design Inc. 3. Introduce a pop of color with new towels. Traditional Bathroom by Brevard Architects & Designers Platt Architecture, PA 4. Add a bouquet of flowers. Contemporary Bathroom by Toronto Interior Designers & Decorators AM Dolce Vita 5. Swap out a basic mirror with a stylish one. Traditional Bathroom by Mill Valley Interior Designers & Decorators Jute Interior Design 6. Enjoy...

2013 design trends have once again embraced a neutral pallet. We welcome the variety of grey tones to any décor. It’s more modern than beige, but not as dramatic as black. It works as a complement to neon colors or as an accent in classic all-white monochromatic schemes. Try experimenting with neutral pallets that embrace texture for a warmer feel. 1. Stone Forest, Wave pedestal in honed basalt 2. Duravit, Happy D vanity in linen 3. Schaub Positano pull in smoke 4. Wetstyle, towel holder in oak hemp 5. KWC, Ely handshower in chrome/grey 6. Corbett Lighting, Method sconce in...

Let the colors of the season inspire your home. See our top 10 favorite cool products for the bathroom and kitchen that follow winter’s white and silver palette. 1. Lacava, Trenta 2. Hansgrohe, Puravida handheld 3. Corbett Lighting, Inerta 4. Atlas, Zanzibar pull 5. Newport Brass, Vespera 6. Wetstyle, Cube bench 7. THG, Paris Faubourg 8. Linkasink, jeweled sink 9. Bertazzoni, 48” Professional Range in white 10. Waterworks, Margaux

Less is more. Contemporary bathrooms are all about clean lines, smooth surfaces, and smart storage to create a clutter-free, open space. Try mixing polished surfaces such as glass, chrome, tile and stainless steel with matte surfaces to create contrast and depth. Incorporate wall-mounted vanities and other sleek bathroom furniture. Generally, neutral colors like white, grey, beige, tan, and black work well for a contemporary palette. Here are some of our sleekest contemporary pieces. 1. WETSTYLE, Frame vanity 2. Hudson Valley Lighting, Thompson sconce 3. WETSTYLE, M Collection towel holder 4. Electric Mirror, Integrity TV mirror 5. Schaub, Classico pull 6....