Is Your Bathroom Your Oasis?

It’s possible to achieve spa-quality pampering from your own home. Here’s how!

Using your bathroom is more than a part of your daily routine. It’s an act of self-care. After all, it’s really only there that you’ll find a few moments a day where you can relax and find some true alone time.

But what if your bathroom could serve as more than just a place to get ready for the day – what if it was a place that could become a true escape, with spa-like features that make you feel relaxed and rejuvenated each time you entered the room?

In this day and age, homeowners are opting for luxurious, yet simple, bathroom features to give themselves a relaxing respite in their own corner of the world.

Here are five major trends we’ve seen in our latest Benson Homes bathroom remodels to consider for your home:

1.     For the Shower

First and foremost, homeowners are indulging in some special extras for the shower. They can opt for shower heads that come complete with natural scented oils to enhance their relaxation and indulge in a little aromatherapy while they clean. Additionally, open concepts for showers are on the rise.

2.     Backlit mirrors and medicine cabinets

To add a touch of glam to your daily routine, consider optimum, LED backlighting for your mirrors and cabinets. Not only does it add a sense of calming ambience to the room, it’s also quite practical for makeup application, shaving and hair styling.

3.     Space-conscious soaking tubs

It’s time to celebrate the tiny tub. More and more, homeowners are getting rid of bulky jacuzzi bathtubs, which are classically difficult to clean and take up a huge amount of real estate in the bathroom. Smaller soaking tubs paired with a separate shower make for both optimum tranquility as well as functionality.

4.     Adding a touch of nature

Incorporating materials such as hardwoods, stone, bamboo, plant life and other natural occurring elements to your bathroom remodel can add a splash of Zen to any space. Keeping up with the trend, homeowners are opting for countertops made of quartz to tie the look and feel of the room together.

5.     Smart fixtures

The simplest changes to beautify or enhance the quality of your bathroom can stem from updates to your fixtures. Smart toilets, heated flooring, digital faucets, and even shower heads with Bluetooth connections can add a touch of luxury without major renovation overhauls.

Even the smallest changes or updates to your home bathroom can make the biggest impact when it comes to having a secluded and private place to relax.  

Are you ready to practice self-care from the comfort of your own home? Give us a call at 757.689.3465 or send us an email at info@bensonhomes.com!

Benson Homes in Houzz Spotlight: Uncovering Hidden Potential

Benson Homes has a new feature article on Houzz and we are excited to share it with you! Jim spoke with Houzz about how he got started in the remodeling business, what he loves most about it, and shared three tips on how our team helps homeowners to uncover the hidden potential in their own home.  The feature highlights how our design team has implemented each of those tips in recent remodels with insights on the projects from Jim as well as links to see more photos and detailed descriptions.

You can read the Houzz Spotlight by clicking the link below. We hope you enjoy it!

Benson Home’s Houzz Pro Spotlight.

Benson Homes, a distinguished name in the remodeling business, recently illuminated its philosophy and success stories in an engaging Houzz Pro Spotlight feature. Founded by Jim Benson, the company prides itself on transforming homes by unveiling their hidden potential, a journey that began with Jim's passion for remodeling and a keen eye for design. This feature delves into the essence of what makes Benson Homes a beacon of innovation in the realm of home transformation.

The Art of Unveiling Hidden Potential

Benson Homes operates on the principle that every home holds untapped potential waiting to be discovered. Through a detailed conversation with Houzz, Jim Benson shares invaluable insights into the process of identifying and harnessing this potential, turning ordinary spaces into extraordinary places. This philosophy is not just about aesthetics but also about enhancing the functionality and livability of a home, ensuring that each remodeling project is as practical as it is beautiful.

Three Pillars of Transformation

In the Houzz Pro Spotlight, Jim Benson articulates three core tips that stand as the pillars of their remodeling approach:

Deep Dive into the Homeowner’s Vision: Understanding the homeowner's needs and desires is the first step in the transformation process. This deep dive into the client's vision ensures that the end result not only meets but exceeds expectations.

Blending Functionality with Aesthetics: Each project undertaken by Benson Homes is a testament to the harmony between form and function. The feature highlights how the team meticulously plans each space to enhance its utility while infusing it with aesthetic appeal.

Attention to Detail: The hallmark of Benson Homes' projects is the unwavering attention to detail. From the choice of materials to the finishing touches, every element is carefully considered to contribute to the overall harmony of the space.

Showcasing Success Stories

The Houzz feature is replete with examples of how these principles have been applied in recent remodels. Each project is a case study in creativity and craftsmanship, with Jim providing insights into the challenges faced and the innovative solutions employed. These narratives are not just stories of renovation but of personal spaces reimagined and revitalized.

Invitation to Explore

For those intrigued by the possibility of uncovering the hidden potential in their own homes, Benson Homes extends an invitation to explore their featured article on Houzz. This spotlight not only showcases the company's expertise but also serves as a source of inspiration for homeowners looking to embark on their own remodeling journeys.

Conclusion

Benson Homes' feature in the Houzz Pro Spotlight is a compelling narrative of passion, innovation, and transformation. It's a testament to the company's commitment to excellence and its ability to see beyond the present state of a space to envision what it could become. Through their focus on understanding client visions, marrying functionality with aesthetics, and an unwavering attention to detail, Benson Homes continues to set the standard for home remodeling, one project at a time. This feature is not just a celebration of the company's achievements but an open invitation to homeowners to dream big and see the hidden potential within their own four walls.

How To Prepare To Make Your Remodeling Selections

Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to remodel your home and bring your dream space to life. One of the early steps during the design phase of your remodel will be making your selections.  Many clients find this to be a very fun and exciting part of the journey, and we do too! The selections are all the materials, fixtures, finishes, appliances, and paint colors that will be used to craft your remodel. These are the details that put your unique thumbprint on the space and create your signature style.

Together, with our design team, you will explore the look and feel that you want for your new spaces, working with you every step of the way to provide suggestions and guidance on the choices that lend themselves best to both your functional and aesthetic preferences.  As we consider the options, you will begin to visualize your new space coming to life. Once your selections are complete, we transform your design sketches into 3D readings that give you a virtual view of your home including those selections! 

Before your design meetings begin, you can get a jump-start on discovering your preferences by doing a little brainstorming on your own.  These activities can be lots of fun and completing them will make you feel very prepared and excited to start making your selections.  

Find your inspiration. 

There are many places to go to find inspiration and we encourage you to check out as many as you wish. 

Our first suggestion is to look online at sites like Houzz, Pinterest, and Instagram.  All three allow you to save your favorite photos; on Houzz you create an Idea book, on Pinterest a Board, and on Instagram you simply click on a heart icon to save a photo you like.  You can also visit Transformations on our website for ideas.  Simply show these to our design team to get things off to a great start. 

Another option is to pick up home and decorating magazines and tear out or earmark pages that inspire you. You can even use a post-it to note what it is about the particular room that you love.  That way, specific selections can be highlighted when working with our design team.

Lastly, we encourage you to find inspiration in your travels and every day life. Perhaps you have a beloved vacation spot where you stayed in an amazing hotel or Airbnb and absolutely fell in love with the bathroom, a tile floor, or light fixture.  Extend that idea to a favorite local restaurant, retail store, or coffee house.  Inspiration can be found all around us! Snap a photo or two or bookmark their website to show to our team.  

Make a Wish List or Must Have List

Many of our clients go into their design meetings with ideas about specific selections that they want to include.  This can be anything from hardwood flooring to a double vanity sink.  Compile a list of your own and identify if they are functional or style (or both) necessities.  

Email your list to our design team. They will discuss each item with you, including the care and maintenance required and the pros and cons of specific material. In some cases, we may have other suggestions that you haven’t even considered and may like even better, so keep an open mind.  We often work with clients who decide to splurge on a must-have material or fixture and balance things out with a more budget-friendly option in another area.  The end goal is to collaborate and find the best options that will bring your vision to life.  

We look forward to working with you on making your selections and creating your dream home. As your remodeling journey continues, the next step will be unveiling your design and selections when we transform your plans into 3D renderings!