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7 Stylish New Small Bathrooms

2 weeks ago | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

1. Polished and PracticalDesigners: Naomi Dresser and Caitlin Carter of Fig St. DesignLocation: Santa Cruz, CaliforniaSize: 55 square feet (5.1 square meters)Homeowners’ request. “This space was designed to be a guest bathroom with serene beach vibes and maximize storage opportunities,” designer Naomi Dresser says. “This beach house is super tiny with very little closet space, so the bathroom needed to be able to accommodate space for extra linens, towels and cleaning supplies.”Special features.
5 Welcoming New Kitchens in White and Wood

3 weeks ago | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

1. French Country FeelDesigner: Christina Cruz of Cruz InteriorsLocation: Tampa, Florida Size: 220 square feet (20 square meters)Homeowners’ request. “The young couple desired a bright, airy kitchen that served as the heart of their new home, seamlessly blending modern functionality with the inviting warmth of French country design,” says designer Christina Cruz, whose clients found her through Houzz.
10 Big-Picture Home Remodeling Trends to Consider in 2025

1 month ago | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker |Kaplan Thompson Architects |Amy Storm

1. Guest Bathrooms Catch Up to Kitchens in PopularityKitchen projects historically have been the most popular type of renovation project. But in 2024, the same share of renovating homeowners (24%) remodeled a guest bathroom as remodeled the kitchen, marking a notable shift. Additionally, an equal share of homeowners built an addition to the kitchen as built an addition to the bathroom (2% each) to accommodate upgrades.
5 Luxury Wellness Features for 2025

2 months ago | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

Play VideoPlayNon-Fullscreen Home wellness features have been taking off in recent years, but it seems lately they have reached escape velocity. To see the latest features and products, check out this highlight of five exciting new luxury home wellness features seen at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2025. Read more and save photos
6 Cool Trends in New Countertops and Other Surfaces in 2025

2 months ago | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

1. Thin Means Versatile A peculiar thing is happening with countertops. They’re showing up on floors, walls, ceilings, range hoods, fireplaces, you name it. That’s because many of the durable engineered surfaces commonly used for countertops are now being made thin enough to mount elsewhere. You’ll find many examples throughout this article. Here, Caesarstone’s new creamy white and seaweed green Ocean Sage style is used in a kitchen for the countertops, backsplash and island cladding.
8 Trends for New Kitchen and Bath Fixtures in 2025

Mar 8, 2025 | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

Save Photo1. Dark ElementsBathrooms traditionally feature many white elements in toilets, sinks and tubs. But dark elements are on the rise, as evident in many of the new moody finishes featured at KBIS. Native Trails debuted its new Arcata trough-style sink in 10 earth-inspired finishes, including Slate, shown here. The sink is made of concrete blended with natural jute fiber for a durable surface that’s resistant to stains, scratches and cracks.
7 Exciting Design Trends for Kitchen and Bath Products in 2025

Mar 1, 2025 | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

1. Wellness FeaturesWellness features have been ascending in recent years, but it seems they have reached escape velocity. You couldn’t walk 10 feet at KBIS without encountering a feature or product intended to pamper, relax, invigorate, rejuvenate or calm. Kohler’s new Invigoration Series steam system epitomizes the approach. The system has steam generators, controls and steam outlets to create a spa-like experience in 60 seconds.
5 Enduring Design Ideas From the Best of Houzz 2025 Awards

Feb 25, 2025 | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

Play VideoPlayNon-Fullscreen Everyone’s dream home looks a little bit different. But there are certain elements most people would agree belong in the perfect house. Here we highlight five enduring home design ideas gathered from some of the Best of Houzz 2025 Design award winners. Watch the video, then click the link to see more design features that will never go out of style. Read more and save photos
5 Enduring Design Ideas From the 2025 Best of Houzz Awards

Feb 23, 2025 | houzz.com | Mitchell Parker

Play VideoPlayNon-Fullscreen Everyone’s dream home looks a little bit different. But there are certain elements most people would agree belong in the perfect house. Here we highlight five enduring home design ideas gathered from some of the 2025 Best of Houzz Design award winners. Watch the video, then click the link to see more design features that will never go out of style. Read more and save photos
5 New Kitchens With Wood Cabinets

Feb 21, 2025 | houzz.com | John Bynum |Mitchell Parker

5 New Kitchens With Wood CabinetsSee how designers play with various wood species, stains and cabinet styles to create spaces full of warmthMitchell Parker45 minutes agoHouzz Editorial Staff. Home design journalist writing about cool spaces, innovative trends, breaking news, industry analysis and humor. A warm and welcoming kitchen is a goal of many homeowners. One of the most reliable ways to achieve that is with wood cabinets. Various species and stains can deliver different looks and feels.