Your bathroom is your place to get ornate. Choose flooring, accents, and shower material that excites you and shows off your immaculate style. Having been in the industry, InDesign sees firsthand that choosing product you want to represent that style can be hard, and we want to change that. We partnered with premier tile brands both in the Alpharetta area and abroad to give our customers styles that come from everywhere in the world. We also have a professional design servicing team that can help you with any consulting you may need on your bathroom ideas. We carefully gathered the best tile choices for bathrooms and discuss it in detail here.

Floor tile

Tile is the most popular choice among bathroom flooring options. It’s durable, easy to clean and comes in a variety of styles, colors, shapes, and sizes. Two popular styles right now are using large format tiles, 24×48 or larger, as well as using patterns like herringbone or chevron. Large format tiles cover more surface area, so you don’t see as many grout lines. Patterned tiling shows more grout but is very visually appealing, offering a work of art on your floors that makes you forget all the grout you’re seeing. The most common floor tile material is porcelain, and on occasion ceramic. Ceramic flooring isn’t too popular in bathrooms as it retains moisture more so than porcelain. Stone look is very common but is often just porcelain impersonating.

• Ceramic–Ceramic is usually less expensive than porcelain or stone but may not be as durable over time if exposed to moisture often enough that it could break down over time; moisture can get trapped between and within this material causing damage down the road (and possibly mold growth). Sealing ceramic tile negates this effect, however it is an extra step that will take more time during bathroom renovation. Ceramic is more DIY-friendly, as you need only a tile cutter whereas porcelain requires a wet saw.
• Porcelain–This material comes in both glazed and matte versions. Glazed or “polished” porcelain has a clean, glossy, almost reflective finish. Matte has more non-slip qualities and is more affordable. Porcelain is impermeable to water, denser than ceramic, and more durable. Porcelain also has more style options, with marble looks, stone looks, wood looks, where ceramic is more limited to a smaller number of patterns.

Wall Tile

Wall tile is a great way to add color and character to your bathroom. Much of the same material you use on your flooring can be carried up the wall too, adding elements to your bathroom that are not often seen. Accent walls are becoming increasingly common, typically using 12×24 or 24×48 tiles to highlight a bare wall in your bathroom or create a skirt around the perimeter of the room. Wall tile can be used behind mirrors too. If you have a vanity on a large wall with nothing but a mirror and a light, consider adding a feature wall that grabs your attention every time you enter the bathroom.

Shower Tile

Shower tile is arguably the most important part of your bathroom. It’s what everyone looks to change first when considering a bathroom remodel. This is for several reasons; one is that styles change so frequently that you can feel burnt out on a shower tile you originally liked after a few years, and two is that the shower is one of the most used spaces in any home, so discontent can grow fairly quickly if it’s not up to your standards, and rightfully so.

Acrylic, porcelain, and glass are local favorites to use for shower walls based on past renovations. Paneling is another option, and InDesign offers paneling in showers that have stone, gloss, subway, wavy, and shiplap styles. Glass can come in many patterns, including subway, arabesque, and picket, and can also incorporate other materials like metal or glass into its design. Acrylic normally comes in full format sheets like panels, and porcelain is available in large format tiles to keep lines to a minimum.

Mosaic Tile

Mosaic tile is the key to having a luxurious bathroom. Mosaic tile’s purpose is to accentuate the already beautiful tile you have anywhere in your bathroom. Put it on shower floors to have an eye catching and dependable surface to stand on, add a mosaic strip to your shower walls, or use it exactly how you would use a vibrant wall tile. Mosaics look gorgeous as flooring, too. Basketweave, hexagon, and pinwheel are just a few of the mosaic tile shapes with timeless looks that work in any house.

Tile has everything you need

When you’re looking to remodel your bathroom, there are countless ways to go with tile. All you need is to commit to a style. You can sprinkle it into your bathroom through just accent strips in your shower or go full bathroom renaissance and use it as wainscoting to skirt your walls. We discussed many tile options today, with porcelain making a case as the standout material of the bunch. Porcelain tile has become very popular for all the reasons we listed, plus its ability to be used anywhere, including outside. This is not to say other materials are inferior, as there’s pros and cons to using any material over porcelain. Browsing home improvement apps to get a taste of what you want changed in your bathroom is a great way to open yourself up to the possibilities of what your bathroom can be, and InDesign can help turn your idea book into reality with excellent designers and a team of professional craftsmen. Your bathroom is one of the most commonly used spaces in your house, you should love it every time you walk in.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

Choosing a new sink can be a very exciting but daunting adventure. There are so many choices available that finding the right one can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. InDesign saw this problem amongst our customers and decided to gather a select group of sink brands to do business with based on the craftsmanship, rarity, and relevance we feel their products possess. Here we’ll discuss considerations we think are important to keep in mind before choosing a new sink, as well as features that we love about our vendors.

What to consider?

1. Get measurements. Measure the length, width, and height of your available sink area to see what you’re able to work with.

2. Figure out your style and material. We have access to top mount, undermount, double basin, single basin, farmhouse, drainboard, prep sink, virtually any style available. Our brands also offer sinks in popular materials like stainless steel, fireclay, porcelain, and cast iron.

3. Assess your countertop and decide if you want a lip on your sink or if you want an undermounted bowl. Some kitchens need the extra countertop space on their island or main countertop and can’t afford to lose it to a sink lip.

Which brand is best for my kitchen sink?

While our brands do offer the best of traditional options for different types of sinks, they’re far from typical in terms of style and material. Thompson Traders has many types of styles that work with any kitchen. They include colors like aged copper, semi-satin brass, nickel, and matte black. They also have a “tailor-made” category, letting you design a sink of any size, dimension, or shape and they bring it to life in a finish you love.

Bocchi is another select brand InDesign carries, with sink styles and colors that are incredibly popular with our Alpharetta customers. Fireclay sinks are their most popular as of late, a material that is 100% organic and recycled material used by the best craftsmen for centuries. Fireclay is melded and hardened under 2000°F temperatures, creating the most durable material used in today’s kitchens. Dealing with extreme heat coming from pots and pans is no problem at all. Due to their special glaze coating fused into the fireclay body, these sinks are non-porous with a uniform, scratch, and stain resistant surface. Bocchi also makes granite sinks crafted in Italy that are anti-bacterial, odor neutralizing, as well as impact and scratch proof. Our Johns creek showroom has an assortment of different sinks that we dubbed the “Alpharetta Collection”, a display highlighting all of the different finishes and sizes customers in our area have been raving about.

Island sinks

Island sinks are gaining popularity quickly in southern homes. Typically used as for prep or aesthetic, island sinks often have a filtration system to get access to cleaner water for washing vegetables or freshening up before dinner, letting your main kitchen sink be an active workstation during cooking. Because of this, trends for what sinks styles to choose tend to differ with islands. Our customers are infatuated with Thompson Trader sinks, as the ornate finishes they come in give a vibrant pop of color to any kitchen. Aged copper and satin brass are among the many red-hot finishes currently. These look like stolen artifacts from different eras, and they present all the charm and glamour you’d expect in your home.

Bathroom Sinks

Bathroom sink styles differ slightly from kitchens and elsewhere. Most prefer an undermount sink with a smaller bowl, however everyone’s style is different, and going with a lipped bathroom sink is certainly not out of the ordinary. Thompson Traders bathroom sinks collection includes freestanding and vessel mount sinks, meaning both the inside and outside of the bowl are intended to be seen and decorated. If you love bold styles that will make a statement in your bathroom, these sinks are for you. You won’t find a mixture of look, finish, and quality anywhere else on the market. If you prefer a more traditional looking sink in your bathroom, then Bocchi has options tailored more towards your style. Bocchi bathroom sinks still have pedestal and vessel styles as well as their undermount options, and the fireclay material looks like porcelain. These sinks show flair with alluring lines and rounded edges rather than color or shape.

Bar sinks

A bar sink can be the most ornate object in your home as well as the most utilitarian. Fortunately, we have options for both. Large sinks are not commonly used for bars, as their typical purpose is to solely provide a station to cut, mix and get messy. Average width for sinks in this category is around 15?. Bocchi has workstations sinks with interior edges to let a cutting board sit firmly over the sink while you work. There is a colander option too, if you’re ever bartender for the night and need a place to keep rinsed garnishes like limes or fruit wedges.

Many of our Alpharetta Collection options for bar sinks are sinks with a lipped edge. This detailing catches eyes of customers when they see it displayed, as the skirt gives a glimpse of the gorgeous finish your sink possesses and complementing countertops well.

For anyone looking to replace their sink, we hope that this article has helped you figure out what type of sink is best for your kitchen, bathroom, or bar area. These sinks are trending higher as of late, and it’s no secret as to why. They’re handcrafted, look beautiful, and last longer than store-bought brands. There are so many choices available today, it can seem overwhelming when trying to decide what would work best in your bathroom or kitchen. We want our customers to know that we are here to help them find the perfect piece at an affordable price! Come see us at any of our InDesign showroom locations to get quality service for all your remodeling needs.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

Tile is typically an overlooked material by homeowners when choosing to remodel. There’s a stigma surrounding it, with lots of people assuming it’s more expensive than it is. Builders also often shy away from using tile in homes due to the recent labor shortage. Tile adds fine detail to your home that other materials just can’t offer, and here we’ll discuss what trends are the hottest for making your home unique in 2023.

Bookmatch tile

Bookmatch tile is the newest way to make a statement and create visual interest in your home. This tile installation involves mirroring the pattern so that it looks like one continuous slab. This completely changes the game for tiling your home, as you now have the option to make it look like you have a one-of-a-kind slab of gorgeous stone to call your own. Book matching tile is great for those with a large area between cabinets that regular backsplash wouldn’t do justice. It can also be a statement piece in your bathroom or the primary material for a fireplace. Book matching will make its destination look like a work of art, so use with the intention of dropping jaws.

24×48 Tile

24×48 tile is a popular choice because it’s a good size for flooring and walls. It’s also a great option for large rooms, as it covers more space than traditional tile and gives less breaks in the pattern with fewer grout lines. Fewer grout lines also make the idea of cleaning less daunting. 24×48 comes in a polished and matte variety with countless looks, from large, gorgeous veins running throughout, to cloudy neutral colors that offer more subtlety. There are also stone and metal look designs, meaning you have styles to match if you want these tiles in a living room or basement.

Tiling on fireplace

Porcelain is a great material for the fireplace, something we at InDesign and homeowners all over Alpharetta are discovering more every day in 2023. It comes in a wide range of designs and colors, so you can easily find one that matches your home decor. If you’re looking for something with less texture and a look that always looks clean and dazzling, Italian porcelain is an excellent option–but if you want something that puts your fireplace into a class by itself, go for a mosaic tile. Having a pattern, you’d only see as a backsplash anywhere else on your fireplace is sure to be a showstopper.

Mosaic accent tile in bathroom

Mosaic accent tile is a long-time trend to add color and texture to a bathroom. It also draws attention, which means you can use it anywhere you want eyes on your space. What part of your bathroom do your eyes go first? Is it the large shower with very uniform subway, begging for some flair? You can add mosaic tile down the middle of your wall or on the floor of your shower. New vanity, but still don’t think it’s the center of attention? Put a mosaic backsplash behind your mirror with the same width as your vanity and going all the way up to ceiling. Have an elegant tub and want to capitalize its presence even more? Put an accent wall of your favorite tile that complements the tub directly behind it, so that you and anyone else that walks into your bathroom see its glory on full display.

Mosaic tile flooring

Mosaic tile flooring is a new and eccentric way to add interest and color to a bathroom or kitchen. Another popular trend in flooring is to have a colorful glass or other mosaic flooring in your entrance foyer to give appeal right when you walk in the door. Many creative innovators have tried this with massive success, making a foyer you’d see out of a Frank Lloyd Wright magazine. Mosaic tiles come in many colors and styles, so there will be options for any style your kitchen or foyer employs. Choosing a mosaic porcelain tile for your kitchen or bathroom gives a very unique sense of character to the room and will shoot down any “cookie cutter” thoughts you may have about your floorplan.

Tile trends are changing with the times

Tile trends are changing with the times. While tile has been an important part of bathroom design for decades, its prevalence in kitchens and other living spaces is increasing as well. Tile is a good investment, as it will last a long time and can be easily replaced if necessary. Tile comes in many styles and colors now–from traditional to modern, there’s something for every taste! You can find tiles that match your existing decor or create an entirely new look for your space by choosing something completely different than what you have now. So go ahead and explore all the tile we have to offer; we at InDesign are sure you’ll love what you find!

We hope you enjoyed learning about tile trends for 2023. Tile is one of the most versatile and long-lasting materials for home decorating, and it’s easy to see why this trend will continue into the future. We can help you define your taste to choose what’s right for you, or help you find a brand-new look!

Visit our Alpharetta showroom for tile inspirations. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

It’s not a secret that the look of your kitchen can have a major impact on the overall value of your home. For many, renovating the entire kitchen may not be in the cards. But what if you didn’t have to change your whole kitchen, just change the way you see it? Practical lighting matters in your kitchen, but not all kitchens are built the same. Some have so many windows and skylights that you can forget you even have a light switch, others…not so much. But even the sun sets on those kitchens, and how you light yours matters more than you may think. Today’s homeowners are looking for ways to make their homes more valuable, and one way is through high-end design elements like chandeliers, statement pendants, and undermount cabinet lighting. All these options instantly show different moods and sides of your kitchen that you’ve likely never seen before. Let’s jump into the magic of kitchen lighting.

Types of Lighting

A well-lit kitchen is essential for a comfortable, inviting space that serves its function. An added function that most don’t consider however is your kitchen’s ability to adjust its mood throughout the day or for different types of social gatherings. This is where contrast comes into play. Having a dimmable switch, undermount lighting, or a beautiful pendant to showcase your kitchen gives your kitchen range for all the different occasions you host within it, such as having friends over for dinner later in the evening, just waking up, cooking after dark. You don’t want the same glaring overhead LEDs to always highlight your kitchen.

The lighting in your kitchen needs to be functional, but it can also help set the mood for your space. Think about how you want people to feel when they come into your kitchen and then use lighting to create that feeling. The best way to do this is by using different types of light around the room: general, task, accent and decorative. Each concept has a role in making your kitchen stand out. An example of general lighting is the overhead lights every kitchen has that play a vital role in illuminating the whole room but come up short when you want light to capture the beauty your kitchen possesses. Task lighting is undermount cabinet lights, highlighting your countertops for when you’re eating or making dinner. Task lighting is great at mood setting for times when overhead lights aren’t needed, but you still want to show your kitchen off. Accent lights are the most creative of the bunch, being found in most every space imaginable in your kitchen. Most commonly seen as sconces around a beautiful hood or inside glass cabinets, accent lights can also be above your cabinetry, at the base, underneath countertops, or along the inside of a waterfall island. Decorative lighting is your chandeliers and pendants. Perfect for entertaining, these lights are above eating areas, offering the perfect amount of light to entertain as well as a conversation piece.

Make a statement with lighting

Your kitchen is a place for family meals and social gatherings. It’s also where you cook, clean and do your chores. You want to make sure that your kitchen always looks its best, even if you’re just doing laundry or enjoying a cup of coffee.

What should you keep in mind when it comes to lighting? Ambience can be created by using different types of lights (such as pendant lights) throughout the room–and this will help set the mood for any type of activity that takes place there! For example: If someone were serving dinner parties regularly in their home then they might want to use dimmer switches so everything feels more intimate; but if they’re mostly cooking meals for themselves then bright overhead lights may be more appropriate because this makes everything easier on their eyes when trying not only read recipes but also see where ingredients are whilst preparing a meal.

Lighting can also be used to give your kitchen a high-end look.

While it’s true that lighting is often used to make a kitchen more functional and efficient, it can also be used to give your kitchen a high-end look. The right lighting will highlight the best features of your space, like countertops and cabinets. This can be done by using contrast–highlighting certain areas with bright lights that draw attention away from other parts of the room. Many people have strayed away from using darker colors for their cabinets because of the lack of natural light or out of fear that it would be too dim at night. By correctly utilizing the lighting in your kitchen, these problems vanish. When properly lit and showcased, darker cabinets arguably look better at night than they do in the day because of the ability to align with the surrounding mood.

Highlighting your backsplash

Is it difficult for you to find where you could highlight in your kitchen? Well, an underrated plus with undermount lighting is that you can change where the eyes look first. Maybe your cabinets are a little outdated, but they still fit the style of your kitchen and you can’t afford to replace them. You can renovate your backsplash and/or countertop for a fraction of what it would cost to replace your cabinets. With the help of undermount lighting, your cabinets are no longer the main character of your kitchen. The right backsplash light can make your kitchen look like you have a brand-new kitchen by only highlighting the parts of it that you love.

Showing off your island

The island is the focal point of your kitchen, so it’s important to highlight it. You can do this by using lighting that shows off its beauty. Kitchen Pendant lights are perfect for showcasing an island because they hang above it and cast light on all sides of it. You can choose a chandelier based on how you want your kitchen to look or go with a modern pendant light if you want something more contemporary-looking. Chandeliers are also an excellent and elegant way to add personality to your kitchen. These fixtures can be used as a focal point in your space, or they can serve as a statement piece that adds character. Chandeliers are also versatile; they can be romantic and elegant, but they also work well with modern styles and designs.

When it comes to your kitchen, the right lighting can make all the difference. You don’t need a big renovation or a wall of windows to have your kitchen look the way you want it to. Find what you like and what you dislike, see what you can do to change it, then put it in the spotlight. InDesign can help you find exactly what it is to give you the kitchen of your dreams. Visit our Alpharetta showroom to get inspired or call us at 678.607.2935.

Pets are beloved members of the family yet are still animals which means that they will be affected by the flooring options chosen in your home. Some pets have claws that can permanently damage certain types of flooring so let’s discuss pet-friendly, durable flooring options to ensure your pet has a happy home! Consider these four types:

Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring is a great choice for any home, but it’s especially useful in homes with pets. Vinyl flooring is easy to clean, which means you can keep your floors looking their best with minimal effort. Plus, it’s durable enough to withstand the wear and tear that comes from having a pet—and unlike wood floors, it won’t scratch or dent easily.

Vinyl flooring also comes in a variety of colors and textures that you can choose from that’ll match your design aesthetic. Whether you need something traditional or modern, neutral or bold, there’s sure to be something on our website or in our showroom that will fit your needs!

Hardwood Flooring

There are several reasons why hardwood flooring is a great option for pet owners:

-Easy to clean – Hardwood floors are easier to clean than carpet and other types of flooring. They can be cleaned with a damp mop or by sweeping and vacuuming them on a regular basis.

-Durable – Hardwood floors are also durable than many other types of flooring materials, so they’re less likely to show wear and tear over time.

-Low maintenance – With regular cleaning and care, hardwood floors can last a lifetime without needing any major repairs or replacements.

Stone, Tile and Concrete Flooring

These flooring materials are an excellent choice for dog owners. Scratches and stains don’t stand much of a chance! These surfaces are extremely hard, easy to clean, durable, and long-lasting. Clean-up is a breeze, even if you don’t get to the spill right away.

Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a popular choice for homeowners who have pets, as it is a durable and easy-to-care-for option that can withstand the wear and tear of household pets. It’s important to note that laminate flooring is not a magic solution: if you have a pet that spends most of its time indoors, such as a cat or dog, you will still need to do regular cleaning and maintenance on your laminate flooring. Additionally, laminate flooring is often considered in high-traffic areas because it does not require glue joints like wood flooring. However, this also means that there are no places where dirt can collect and build up over time which makes cleaning up after pets easier than some other options!

We offer a variety of different types of flooring that will work great with your pets and make your home a perfect place for them to live. We are here to help you find the right type of flooring for your pets so that you can have a safe and healthy environment for them to live in.

If you need help in updating your backsplash, you call us at 678.607.2935 or visit our website at https://www.indesignkitchenandbath.com/ to schedule your complimentary in-home consultation today.