What designs and styles are going to be big in the bathroom
Next year is all about texture when it comes to bathroom design, with clean simple lines being complimented by soft textures and natural forms. The next generation of textured wall tiles offers more than just a ripple or wave effect on a plain tile. Instead, we will see stone effects and printed tiles combined with 3D textures to create tiles that deliver on visual interest and intrigue. Marble is a luxurious look that is here to stay in the bathroom.
Offering a sense of opulence, this natural material comes at a higher cost which is why ceramic effect tiles are set to be popular next year. Offering the authentically beautiful look of marble, the ceramic alterna- tive is durable and easy to maintain, perfect for new build projects. The tiles can be used to transform even the smallest of bathrooms into stylish and sophisticated spaces. ‘Oily’ marble effects will be in demand, tap- ping into a high-end look which is highly desirable for bathroom design projects within a monochromatic colour scheme.
How important is technology to design
Inkjet printing technology is driving forward innovation and design, cre- ating tile collections that deliver on style and quality. Such is the accu- racy of new printing techniques almost any design can be captured and recreated on a tile.
Where will the trend for patterned tiles go in 2017
The use of pattern in the home is set to be big for next year, allowing homeowners to experiment with their interiors. Consider using patterned
tiles to create a patchwork effect or feature wall, or experiment with plain tiles in a multitude of colours on the floor; there are plenty of cre- ative ways to bring the trend to the home. Patterned tiles are also being seen increasingly from floor to ceiling, resulting in a striking, continuous pattern that offers bags of personality.
Jayne Adamson is marketing manager at British Ceramic Tile
Greenworks sheds light on affordable housing A
s part of its campaign to help Britain build homes more intelligently, Greenworks is following Jan Peters on her jour- ney as she self-builds an affordable home.
The company will be sharing Jan’s journey through its blog and
through stage by stage imagery to help more people understand the complications of building an affordable home. It will also show them ways to avoid costly mistakes. An affordable dwelling comes with many additional specifications
such as the section 106 planning obligation which stipulates numerous legal agreements. These include the maximum value when selling or letting the property, the maximum size and who is able to qualify for the development of an affordable home. Therefore, gaining planning permission can be more difficult than it is with a typical self-build.
The first blog installment sees Jan outline her five top tips for
obtaining planning permission for an affordable dwelling. To read Jan’s entry visit
www.greenworks.co.uk
graven hill Building the dream becomes a reality as more plots released T
he latest self-build plots at Graven Hill, Bicester have gone on sale, just a few weeks after the first phase was released
to the general public. The release comprises 12 plots for five
three-bedroom, five four-bedroom and two five-bedroom homes. Prices for the land range from £148,000 - £260,000 with the
Golden Brick package (substructure, foundations and drainage) priced according to the design of the home. A 10-year structural warranty is also included covering the complete build. Cllr Dan Sames, a non-executive director
with Graven Hill Village Development Company (GHVDC) said: “Buyers are
recognising what a good opportunity Graven Hill presents. We have tried to make the process as simple as possible and by including the Golden Brick package, people – particularly those new to self-build – have confidence in their ability to create their dream home and the ambition to make it happen.”
selfbuilder & homemaker
www.sbhonline.co.uk
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