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iVillage on Aug 10, 2010 at 1:48PM
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iVillage on Aug 10, 2010 at 1:48PM
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iVillage on Aug 10, 2010 at 1:48PM
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Aquatic shades of blue and green make a bathroom feel serene.
Similar sink: Conical Bell Vessels above-counter lavatory at Kohler.
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An eclectic sink area incorporates cork, wood, glass and stainless steel.
Vitra cork stools by Jasper Morrison, $405 at Unica Home. Transglass recycled-glass lidded carafe, $57 at Emmo Home.
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Bathrooms don't need to be limited to bathroom-specific decor; incorporating unexpected accents—like an ornately carved mirror, small wooden side table and Oriental rug—is refreshingly unique.
Similar tub: Custom-painted claw-foot tub (call for price) at Vintage Tub & Bath.
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Placing a low chest of drawers next to the sink is a clever and homey way to create extra counter space.
Similar wallpaper: Chinoiserie Garden Peony wallpaper, $92.40 per roll at Creative Wallcovering.
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A heated rack ensures that warm towels are a daily luxury.
Similar bathtub: Wooden bathtub in Iroko (call for cost) at PSC Bath. Electric wall-mount towel warmer, $157.50 at Faucet.
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Adding a playful shower curtain and brightly colored towels is a simple and inexpensive way to lend personality to a white bathroom.
Circles retro shower curtain, $16.99 at American Chateau. Contemporary Home bath rug in Super Orange, $8.99 at Target.
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A mirrored chest and a pedestal sink boost the glamour of a sleek black-and-white bathroom.
Similar chest: Mirrored lingerie chest, $789.90 at Horchow. Gatco accordian wall mirror in Chrome, $127.92 at CSN Mirrors.
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Pastel blues, scenic toile wallpaper and a delicately carved mirror make for a dainty, feminine bathroom.
Colonial Toile blue-and-white wallpaper, $21.99 per roll at Classic Wallcoverings. Similar mirror: Oval with Bow Mirror II, $304 at The Bella Cottage.
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Plants thrive in sun-soaked, humid places and transform a bathroom into a private spa.
Similar towels: Lawton towel in Grass, $14.99 at Ralph Lauren. Fiberclay plain cylinder, $94.50 at Jayson Home & Garden.
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With limited space and lots of supplies, bathrooms require thoughtful storage solutions. Here, open, built-in shelving means everything is stacked within easy reach.
Large glass apothecary jar with lid, $28 at Save on Crafts.
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A large tub, a window seat strewn with pillows and a pile of fluffy towels make a bathroom a restful sanctuary.
Similar towels: Pure Perfection towel, $5.99 at JCPenney.
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Bamboo blinds, wood paneling and veined-marble countertops offer rich textural elements.
Blinds Galore Natural Woven Shades in Hapuna Falls, $80.25 at Blinds Galore. Similar rug: Persisk rug, $299 at Ikea.
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Wood paneling painted a deep shade of turquoise makes a dramatic impact.
Similar chair: Aunt Millie rocking chair in White, $499.99 at Wicker Furniture.
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Simple freestanding fixtures—like a claw-foot tub and pedestal sink—make this already airy space feel even more open.
Similar sink: Whitehaus China Series bathroom basin with backsplash, $835.33 at Kitchen Source. Three-slat side chair, $450 at The Shaker Shoppe.
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Pink accessories make this Asian-inspired bathroom extra girlie.
Similar tub: Sueoki-type bathtub (call for price) at Bartok Design. Similar mat: Teak bath mat, $79 at Preferred Living. Similar lantern: Red Futa Sari Lantern, $24.95 at Surprise! Surprise! Similar dresser: Mayfair single dresser, $410.95 at Bellacor.
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Rustic touches and unfinished walls and floors will make you feel like you've escaped to a cabin in the woods.
Similar chair: Riverside chair, $79 at Gothic Cabinet Craft.
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For a meticulously styled bathroom, choose a single hue like calming lavender and apply it everywhere—even the soap!
Similar paint: Martha Stewart Living Interior Paint in Lavender Verbena at Home Depot. Relaxing Yuan Zhi Bath & Shower Gel, $28 at Molton Brown.
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A small room is the perfect place to experiment: Pairing a traditional gilt mirror with contemporary nickel hardware works surprisingly well.
Similar mirror: Acanthus Wreath beveled mirror, $309.95 at Bellacor. Kramare wall spotlight, $9.99 at Ikea.
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Wood accents and an eye-popping fuchsia wall create a modern and playful look.
Similar box: Molger box, $3.99 at Ikea.
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Extra counter space and multiple sinks make for less stressful mornings.
Similar runner: Design Trends bamboo runner, $24.99 at Linens 'N Things.
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A simple, neutral pattern applied to walls and floors makes a tight area feel more spacious.
Similar paint: Foggy Day SW6235 at Sherwin-Williams. Tile at Anne Sacks.
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