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Contemporary Bathroom Vanities and Accessories

By Julia Ritzenthaler

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Contemporary bathroom vanities are typically available in modern finishes like brushed nickel and chrome, and often come with less ornate decorative features. The outcome can be a unique combination of beauty and strength. A contemporary look does not leave out natural woods or stone materials. Natural materials give an enduring and timeless style, and since they are durable enough to withstand daily wear and tear, they will stay aesthetically pleasing for several years.

Putting together fixtures according to a contemporary aesthetic is not a hard job to do if you consider just a few basic concepts. With contemporary bathroom vanities, the mirror is usually frameless or minimal, the sink is atypical in design, and the cabinet has clean lines, such as one with flat panel doors. There are several choices when it comes to choosing materials for a contemporary bathroom vanity, including brushed chrome, stainless steel, glass, transparent acrylic and unadorned unstained wood.

The usual accessories for contemporary designs include a stainless steel towel rail and a uniquely designed trap, and soft lighting. The lighting in this case can be comparatively more affordable, as there is a wide range of stylish and trendy contemporary and modern lighting available.

The materials should be one of the first things to consider; ask yourself a few basic questions; do you prefer the appearance of woods or chrome and metal? Are you drawn to earth tones or a brighter palette? Usually, contemporary bathroom vanities incorporate a variety of materials that are clean-lined and minimalist in style. You have a lot of choice when it comes to color with contemporary design, since its simplicity provides more room for color pops. You may also use lighting to enhance the color scheme of your bathroom, accentuate the bathroom vanity and set the ambience you want.

Next move on to storage; contemporary vanities often focus on practicality. Most contemporary vanities are designed with built-in storage systems so you can maximize the space in your bathroom. Try looking into vanities with a sink that comes with cabinet and drawers, and mounted cabinets with a mirror and even lighting fixtures.

Once you have a vanity picked out, move on to the vanity mirror. These days mirrors aren't just a plain piece of silvered glass; mirrors generally come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Their designs and frame selections also vary widely. Most contemporary wall mounts and mirrors come with lighting as part of their design. Thus, form and function are combined to create a beautiful and elegant appearance. There are five major shapes for your mirror: oval, round square, rectangular, and arch.

With the rise in loft style living, the contemporary door style has become extremely popular today. Contemporary doors typically have a very sleek appearance and are complimented with a wide range of timbers and many other materials such as glass and stainless steel. When choosing flat panel doors make sure they have good quality. Since they have a relatively simple design, any chip or dent on the material will not be a pleasing sight.

Contemporary bathroom vanities are not difficult to work with. Simply think about form and function. The design will balance nicely in the space.

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