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Elliott Williams

The guest bathroom is more important than you might initially think. While the bedroom reserved for overnight visitors is frequently made warm and inviting, the bath they’ll be using is often neglected. It doesn’t take a lot of time or money, though, to create a welcoming bathroom for guests. But it helps to have some design concepts in mind and to put yourself in the place of a visitor.

What you need to know about design

When you’re exploring modern bathroom designs, you’ll want to focus on the idea of simplicity—partly for the sake of practicality. By choosing a simple bathroom aesthetic, you’ll be able to create a timeless look that can be updated easily. Choose clean lines for your bathroom vanities and a neutral mirror and faucets. This way, you’ll be left with something that’s easy to modernize with just a new shower curtain or towels rather than a complete remodeling

What you need to know about vanities

Bathroom vanities are a great way to welcome your guests without saying a word. Many vanity styles have storage under the sink in the form of drawers and open or closed shelving There, you can leave any necessities your guests might need: no one, after all, appreciates having to ask their host for shampoo, soap, or toilet paper. Be sure to include basic cleaning supplies too (e.g., sponges and cleansers) for everyone’s convenience. Another nice touch is a countertop basket filled with toiletries that you can replenish as needed.

Other things to do for your guests

Guests will also need a clear idea of where to put their towels once they’re dirty. This is where a hamper comes in handy. Today’s marketplace offers such a wide range of styles and price points that you shouldn’t have trouble finding one that matches the look of your bathroom. Just be sure you have enough space for it without cluttering up the room.

And if you want to take that extra step, create a small gift basket filled with bath and shower goodies, candles, and even personal mementos that your guests can carry home with them as a memory of their visit. Besides being fun to put together, it’s a lovely way to acknowledge the bonds between you.

The guest bathroom is truly a reflection of the care and respect you have for your guests. By putting special effort into it, you can make sure that no guest ever feels out of place, or doubts your hospitality and interest in their comfort.

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Elliott Williams is VP of Marketing and Public Relations at Kitchen and Bath Warehouse Publishing. Before coming to K&BW, he had his own home-remodeling business for 15 years. You can learn more about interior decorating and remodeling, particularly kitchen and bathroom design, at: http://www.KitchenAndBathWarehouse.com
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