It is interesting how your design perspective changes with the seasons. This cold snowy weather instantly turns our thoughts to cozy winter fires.  A bubble bath in front of a glowing fire is the ultimate luxury. Imagine soft music, a glass of wine and pure peace and quiet. Bliss.

Of course, if you have the type of bathroom that has space for a fireplace chances are the entire room is really special! Luxurious furnishings go hand in hand with a bathroom grand enough for its own fireplace. Even if you are a poor soul that has to go through life with a fireplace-free bathroom take the time to create luxury in the bath. Fluffy towels, interesting containers for toiletries, beautiful scented candles and the best faucet you can afford all create a room that starts or finishes your day with luxury.

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What do you think? What is more luxurious than a fireside tub?

Earlier this month, Wilson Kelsey Design joined Stone Technologies and Steve Howell for a talk on the latest in new products and technology in home design. Our slide presentation showed some of our favorite new products, and then we showcased them in sketches of  “dream rooms”. It is interesting to see how these new products can actually work within a room. Here is a sketch and some product photos of a bathroom design by John Kelsey.

The sconce pictured below is similar to the one featured in the sketch. LED lighting is the way of the future! Boyd Lighting is available through interior designers and architects.

Boyd Lighting

This tub by Nic Design is inspired by the traditional Japanese soaking tub. These tubs are considered to be very comfortable. If you are looking for an  eco-friendly way to take a soak, this is your tub. The tub doesn’t require much hot water. The styling is absolutely chic.

Nic Design

Livinglass is a laminated architectural glass which captures organic materials between sheets of clear glass. The product is made from 1000% recycled glass. Every panel is a unique work of art.

Livinglass

Thanks to Glen Murray and the rest of the gang at Stone Technologies for hosting the event. You can see photos from the lecture on the Wilson Kelsey Facebook Fan Page. Take a look and become a fan by clicking the “like” button.