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manufacturers have cre- ated wall mounts that address one of the LCD’s most common issues - viewability from an angle. Adjustable wall mounts, many of them motorized, make it possible to adjust the TV for viewing from several points in a room - whether it’s the soaking tub or the shower.


Lovely Lavatories Even one of the most


utilitarian items in the bathroom can enhance the overall luxury of the setting. One of the hot- test trends in lavatories is to go beyond commonly used materials. Kohler’s


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Nature’s Chemistry and Artist Editions collections incorporate glass and bronze to create a more dazzling marriage of form and function. Materials and design touches are all intended to evoke a sense of grace, luxury and harmony with the natural world.


Showers That Show Off


People spend, on aver-


age, 10 minutes a day in the shower, according to one study conducted in the United Kingdom. In America, especially, showering isn’t just about getting clean. The shower is also a favorite spot to


relax, decompress and perhaps even practice your karaoke style. Multi-jet showers and multiple showerheads are becoming sought-after improvements in upscale baths. Steam showers are another popular trend. A self-enclosed unit uses a steam generator to turn the water from the tap into steam. Occupying about the same size as a traditional shower, steam showers allow you to con- trol the temperature of the steam and often come with a range of upscale features, including mas- sage jets and voice activa- tion.


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Bathroom remodels traditionally return more on investment at resale time - often 70 or 80 percent, or even more.


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just a way to get some water for washing your hands or brushing your teeth. Today, they’re a style statement, as well. Whether you opt for tradi- tional or modern, classic or contemporary, two- handled or hands-free, you can find a faucet de- sign to fit virtually any decor. And manufacturers continue to expand the range of options avail- able, introducing new de- signs and extra touches. Kohler’s new Stance fau-


cets feature refined angles and edges with a softened cubic flare to create func- tional faucets that also look beautiful in contem- porary baths.


While it may be your dream to incorporate ev- ery upscale touch possible into your bathroom de- sign, if your budget allows for only one or two, you can still greatly enhance the room’s luxury by add- ing elements that offer the most enjoyment and value for your investment.


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