Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

Shower design is rooted in the way that each surface is handled and how it conveys the style and tone of the bathroom. A well-design shower is one that combines the various components, usually tile or stone, in a way that helps the space feel welcoming and comfortable. Pairing different materials in different scales, colors, or in different configurations, will dramatically change the overall look of a shower. Here are several custom walk-in shower design ideas that show how these design concepts work in action.

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Sharing the room with someone else can add unique considerations to your master bathroom project. The most important will be how comfortable each of your design decisions are for both of you. Your designer can help you find the right fixtures and materials to create a beautiful space you can agree on, but before that even happens, it's crucial that you're both on the same page about a few design decisions that will help bring your shared master bathroom dreams together.

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Black and brown can be a powerful combination when used in the right balance. These two neutrals lend themselves well to contemporary or transitional spaces and can add a masculine touch. Black is a bold color to use in any space, so it is the role of brown to soften the contrast. In these four bathrooms, you'll see some consistency in the use of brown in the cabinetry, but in each case, the shade of brown tailors the overall style into a specific look. 

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Five Ideas for Adding Tile Accents to Your Shower

With the sheer number and variety of shower tile options available, custom shower walls can become a canvas— full of possibilities. Though it's not a bad choice to stick with a single tile for a classic and minimalist look, there's also the chance to add character, color, and interest with the addition of accent tiles. This can often help a shower stand out and feel like a feature in the bathroom. Accent tiles are also a great design addition if there are tiles you really like that might blow your budget if you used more than a few dozen. Here are five ideas for accent tiles in the shower.

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