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A day at a spa brings peace, relaxation and rejuvena- tion. Homeowners now strive to have bathrooms that generate those feelings in the comfort of their own homes. Spa-style bathrooms with plenty of amenities that mimic what people see on televi- sion or experience when they travel are in high demand, though the specif- ics vary depending on the lifestyle and taste of the individual user. To begin, the space needs to pro- mote a calm simplicity, even when flled with the details that conjure the exact atmosphere each homeowner wants. "A spa-style bathroom evokes the feeling of relaxation and serenity," says Janice Teague, CKD, CBD, CGB, senior designer for Drury Design in Glen Ellyn, IL. Unlike a powder room, which may be designed for the "wow" factor, the spa bathroom is an opportunity for homeowners to create a private ref- uge for themselves, a place to relax and forget the outside world. "Most of our clients come to us at a stage in their lives when they're ready to build their "dream home," and they've saved up all of their favorite clippings and bookmarked their favorite spaces," says Ivonne Ronderos, a representa- tive from the DKOR Interiors team in Aventura, FL. "What better way to spend each morning or evening than in a beautiful, soothing bath that they can consider their own individual spa," she adds. There's a defnite correlation be- tween the hospitality industry and the looks people want to create in their own homes, according to Josh Blum- er of AB design studio, inc. in Santa Barbara, CA. As the hospitality indus- try took cues from what people of wealth were doing in their homes and began ofering that experience to their guests, more consumers were exposed to the idea of a master suite. When they return from traveling, they seek to create the same sense of sanctuary in their own homes, Blumer says. "The bathroom has emerged as a place to create harmony and workability for a couple or an individual," he explains. PURPOSEFUL LAYOUT The desire for a luxurious, serene en- vironment isn't limited to just those Private 36 | Kitchen & Bath Design News December 2014 By Elizabeth Richards Calming colors, natural materials, personalized luxuries and a well-thought-out layout all contribute to creating the perfect spa-style bath. • Everything from the nature-inspired materials to the flow of the water contributes to this zen-like escape, created by AB design studio. • AB design studio used contrasting colors and rich texture to add warmth to this spa-like bath. Spa Bath Trends Refuge Instead of bringing the outdoors in, create an outdoor spa, as seen in this design by AB design studio. A luxury shower with bench seating, a hand- held showerhead, multiple jets and a rain shower create a wonderfully luxurious water experience, as seen in this bath by AB design studio. Photo: Ciro Cohelo Photo: Ciro Cohelo Photo: Ciro Cohelo Photo: Ciro Cohelo