JSI Raves: Getting Steamy with Mr. Steam!
If you're contemplating a bathroom renovation or planning a new construction project, you definitely need to consider adding a steam shower! Learn about the benefits of steam and all of the latest and greatest innovations from Mr. Steam!
I recently had the privilege to travel to the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Orlando as part of the Modenus Blogtour team. As a member of this team, I was introduced to some fabulous vendors with new product introductions that blew me away. I came back inspired with new visions for ongoing and future projects and I'm really excited to share these discoveries with anyone who will listen to me. One terrific surprise was getting to know Mr. Steam and the people behind this terrific company.
If you're considering a bathroom renovation or planning a new construction project, you definitely need to consider adding a steam shower! My next bathroom will most assuredly have one. Most people know the benefits that steam has on your respiratory system but I was floored to learn of all of the other great benefits. Learn more of the benefits of steam therapy by clicking this link!
KBIS was all about smart technology this year and Mr. Steam was right on point with their new iSteam®3. Delivering unsurpassed swipe-touch functionality and sleek, contemporary styling, the iSteam®3 control from Mr. Steam offers a variety of exciting new options designed to perfectly adapt to the preferences of every bather, seamlessly personalizing the steam shower environment.
Now available in black and white finishes, iSteam3 now provides the option to choose a black or white display screen mode, fully accommodating the user’s tastes and steam shower design. Designed for exceptional performance in the hot and humid environment of a home steam shower, the iSteam3 control offers a superb user experience and intuitive navigation. The bather can control a wide array of features with the simple touch of a finger, including temperature, duration, AromaSteam, ChromaSteam®3 and AudioSteam®3. Additionally, users can control functions of the steam shower on the go with the free SteamLinx App from their smartphone or mobile device. The iSteam3 is design-matched to the high-grade AromaSteam SteamHeads and pairs seamlessly with the industry-leading Mr. Steam E Series Residential Steam Generators.
And after you've luxuriated in your new steam bath, you'll definitely want to grab a nice warm towel. Mr. Steam introduced their new Lexington Collection of towel warmers. With wider bars to extend the warmth on towels, the Lexington Collection towel warmers are perfect enhancements for contemporary spa bathrooms. Made of high-quality stainless steel in polished or brushed stainless finishes, the five wall-mounted models of the Lexington Collection come standard with a digital timer allowing for convenient pre-start and automatic shutoff.
Ready to update your bathroom and garner all of the wonderful health benefits of steam bathing? Give us a call and we'll introduce you to all of the wonderful customizable steam experiences that Mr. Steam has to offer!
Please note: According to FTC rules, I need to disclose that my trip to KBIS was sponsored. While I did not get paid for my time at KBIS, my hotel, airfare and some meals were covered. As I write about our sponsors I wish for you to know that I do not receive any additional monetary compensation for doing so. And please note, the views expressed in this blog are totally mine!
JSI Raves: Thinking About Renovating? Wilsonart Can Make Your LIfe Easier!
Thinking About Renovating? Wilsonart has solutions not just for your countertops, but for your walls, floors, showers and much more! Check out their new matte black finish which is impervious to fingerprints and scratches. And their new wet walls system makes bathroom renovations a snap!
Are you considering a kitchen or bath remodel in 2018? Or are you building a new house? In the Virginia area, one word that's been left out of the renovation discussion for the past several years is laminate, unless you're talking about taking it out. But, Wilsonart did a terrific job of educating me at the 2018 KBIS show in Orlando. These new laminates are not your Grandmother's old laminate!
Photo courtesy of Christine Kohut of Christine Kohut Interiors
We were treated to a presentation by Danny Seo, Wilsonart’s spokesperson and host of NBC’s Naturally Danny, to showcase Wilsonart’s latest innovations. This beautiful kitchen vignette featured the new Soft Silk (-21) laminate finish which is a stunning ultra-matte surface. This new finish is incredibly soft and smooth with a silky touch. Visit www.wilsonart.com/finish-options to learn more this spring.
One of the big trends that we saw throughout KBIS this year was the matte black finish. It was featured heavily by the plumbing showrooms in their fixtures, but also by a lot of cabinetry lines. While I love black cabinets, one drawback has always been that they show fingerprints and scratches. But with this new Soft Silk Finish featuring AEON™ Enhanced Scratch & Scuff Resistance Technology, fingerprints and scratches are a thing of the past!
Photo courtesy of Erica Islas of EMI Interior Design
I also enjoyed seeing their Material Mixology Collection. With social media driving us to always stay ahead of trends and create instagram worthy spaces, Wilsonart has specially curated this collection that is bursting with character. The out-of-the-box laminates in this collection beautifully capture the fluidity of design style and trends between residential and commercial markets, and join hundreds of other one-of-a-kind designs in the Virtual Design Library collection of laminates. Check out the back lit Arctic Dune (#9253CM) laminate that serves as the backsplash in this terrific galley kitchen vignette. And I love the cabinetry by MasterBrand Cabinets featuring this Wilsonart Phantom Charcoal (#8214K-28) laminate.
Photo courtesy of Claire Jefford of Creating Contrast Designs
This was another terrific vignette showcasing how you can get high style with affordable laminates! Love how they were able to incorporate the very trendy waterfall countertop which wraps around the base also. They also have a lot of great wood grained laminates to create a hassle-free and easy to maintain shiplap wall.
Wilsonart does a lot more than just laminate! They have a beautiful collection of quartz products with a wide variety of styles, colors and textures.
Photo courtesy of Claire Jefford of Creating Contrast Designs
They also do some wonderful things with their solid surface collection. Check out their "Wet Walls" system that allows you to install directly over tile for a quick bathroom update.
Wilsonart Wet Wall System – Benjamin Grey 1887K-22 (behind mirror wall), Grey Elm 8201K-12 (shower), Pearl Sequoia 5001K-07 (vanity wrap) and Mangalore Mango 7984-38 (vanity reveal).
These wet walls can simply any bathroom remodel project! So, if you're entertaining the idea of undertaking a kitchen or bath renovation, be sure to think outside the box with your surface solutions. Laminates, quartz and solid surface materials from Wilsonart are for more than just countertop materials. They can provide a chic, yet affordable option for any surface in any space!
Please note: According to FTC rules, I need to disclose that my trip to KBIS was sponsored. While I did not get paid for my time at KBIS, my hotel, airfare and some meals were covered. As I write about our sponsors I wish for you to know that I do not receive any additional monetary compensation for doing so. And please note, the views expressed in this blog are totally mine!
JSI Faves: DXV and Grohe Up Their Luxury Plumbing Game!
Jennifer Stoner Interiors shares the innovative new plumbing products introduced at the KBIS 2018 show from luxury plumbing brands, DXV and Grohe.
Jennifer Stoner Interiors has been heavily involved in a lot of renovation and construction projects for the past several years, with a big emphasis on luxury bathrooms. This year at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Orlando, Florida, all of the plumbing lines had beautiful showrooms with a lot of energy and new introductions. One standout was the Lixil Corporation's showroom with their luxury brands, DXV and Grohe. Each of these lines had some particularly ingenious and beautiful new introductions!
Exhibiting a versatile combination of modern design and functional geometry, the new DXV Modulus collection offers bath fixtures, faucets, furniture and accessories ideal for a luxury bathroom setting in residential and hospitality applications. This assortment expands the DXV Modern Movement, a curated selection of bath collections that celebrate the play of artful lines and flowing forms against contrasting, geometric structures.
Showcasing softly angular lines, the elegantly simple form of these DXV Modulus bathroom lavatories incorporates a sink bowl, a “dry” ledge and a semi-wet, transition zone to gather toiletries and personal accessories for convenient access. A coordinating solid surface accessory tray is designed to integrate perfectly onto the adjoining transition zone. This rectangular tray can easily be moved and stored in the matching wall-mounted DXV Modulus vanity or storage cabinet drawers. This is the perfect example of form meeting function!
And check out this new DXV tub!
The waterfall feature that comes out just below the headrest is inspired by hot springs and is designed to deliver a soft veil of warm water from an elongated spout. I already have one of my clients ready to specify this for the master bathroom in the new home that we're helping to design. I have a feeling that we'll be placing these in a few other client's homes as well. How about yours?
Another star in the Lixil Corporation's portfolio is the German plumbing powerhouse, Grohe. Grohe is the world's leading supplier of luxury plumbing fixtures. Over the past ten years alone, the success of GROHE has been confirmed by more than 240 design and innovation awards. This year at KBIS, Grohe has expanded their Grohe Smart Control shower fixture offerings with their new GrohTherm Smart Control Trim.
The “Push, Turn, Shower” experience has become even more multifaceted, thanks to a new model and combination options being added to this popular line of smart shower controls. The expanded range includes a concealed behind-the-wall model that offers an innovative universal rough-in valve for more efficient installation. This concealed GrohTherm SmartControl trim offers the option of having up to three shower outlets running through a single wall plate. In a shower with multiple showerheads and body jet sprays, this eliminates the need for multiple valves and diverters or "handles" in the shower. With all of the money we can spend on beautiful tile in our showers, this sleek design allows the tile to become the main focal point!
And your plumber will thank you also! Behind the wall powering the GrohTherm SmartControl trim is the new Rapido SmartBox. This innovative valve has some unique features that make installation simple and easy. Water supply inlets are positioned at the bottom of the valve, eliminating the need for additional adaptors and simplifying installation. This pioneering valve also adds no additional depth to the wall trim with its super slim design, maximizing room in the shower for user comfort.
This is the kind of nerdy stuff designers who do a lot of bathroom remodels get excited about! Sometimes it's what's going on behind the wall that really makes all the difference to the final look of your shower. If you're considering a bathroom remodel project, give us a call! We can inspire you with all sorts of great product we found at the 2018 KBIS show.
Please note: According to FTC rules, I need to disclose that my trip to KBIS was sponsored. While I did not get paid for my time at KBIS, my hotel, airfare and some meals were covered. As I write about our sponsors I wish for you to know that I do not receive any additional monetary compensation for doing so. And please note, the views expressed in this blog are totally mine!
JSI Faves: American Standard Introduces the Spectra+ Collection At KBIS
Check out the new touch controlled Spectra+ Collection from American Standard introduced at KBIS 2018! Quick and easy update to any shower!
As part of the Modenus Blog Tour team, we had the opportunity to dive deep into some terrific new bathing options presented by American Standard, my favorite being their new Spectra+ collection. Delivering total control over the showering experience, the new Spectra+ collection offers a comprehensive range of products for savvy homeowners to customize their shower space. The Spectra+Touch showerhead changes spray patterns with a simple touch on the outside ring of the showerhead, making it easy to customize the shower experience, even with wet hands. This pioneering showerhead delivers a luxurious experience with an oversized, multi-function 7-inch showerhead that offers a choice of four 4 spray patterns.
Taking advanced touch technology one step further, the Spectra+ eTouch showerhead includes a remote control to mount on any shower surface, providing a stylish, ergonomically designed solution for users who have difficulty reaching the showerhead due to age, height or mobility restrictions. The Spectra+ eTouch offers users the option of using the showerhead or the remote to enjoy convenient, one-touch operation for change in spray patterns. Both the showerhead and remote are powered by easily accessible batteries in the units.
I found the Spectra+ Touch showerhead available at Home Depot for $69.98 in the chrome finish and $89.98 in the polished nickel finish. Click the links below to upgrade your own shower! Note that I do make a small commission on purchases made through these affiliate links, but the price, service and warranty is the same to you.
The Spectra+ Duo model combines a 9 ½-inch fixed showerhead and 5-inch multi-function hand shower all in one sleek fixture. Designed to deliver a drenching experience through a superior width of water coverage across the user’s body, the Spectra+ Duo shower system offers the widest spray coverage of any two-in-one showerhead on the market. This functional design allows homeowners to enjoy two convenient showering options without breaking any wall tile for remodeling. I don't know about you, but I have to have a hand held showerhead and I love the versatility of this one! I may need to update my shower soon!
Spectra+ Duo Showerhead
All multifunction Spectra+ showerheads and hand showers feature four customized spray styles from five luxurious choices, depending on model: Drench, Sensitive, Jet, Massage and PowerWash. They are offered in a standard 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) model or a WaterSense-certified 1.8 gpm option and feature easy-to-clean spray nozzles to reduce maintenance.
The versatility of this collection and the ease of installation makes this a really attractive option to quickly update your shower without undertaking a full remodel. And at the prices it's offered at, it's a great option to offer your guests a little pampering in your guest bathrooms!
Please note: According to FTC rules, I need to disclose that my trip to KBIS was sponsored. While I did not get paid for my time at KBIS, my hotel, airfare and some meals were covered. As I write about our sponsors I wish for you to know that I do not receive any additional monetary compensation for doing so. And please note, the views expressed in this blog are totally mine!
