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Modern Bathroom Designs for Studio Apartments

URBANIO VIBHAVADI CHAENGWATTANA

URBANIO’s urban design seamlessly integrates beauty with functionality, luxury with simplicity, city living with privacy. URBANIO’s prime location, investment value and comprehensive facilities enable clients to realise their unique vision meeting all lifestyle needs. This premium townhouse project by Ananda Development is a winner in the coveted Asia Pacific Property Awards 2020 for “Architecture Multiple Residence Thailand”.

THE PREMIER CENTRE SEN SOK

The Premier Centre Sensok, is a luxury decorative event hall in Phnom Penh. It can host and serve more than a hundred thousand guests for any single event like weddings, company celebrations or product launch ceremonies.

SHERATON YANGON HOTEL

The Sheraton Yangon Hotel operates over 300 rooms catering to visitors who are keen to explore the colonial history of this fascinating destination from the comfort of an appealing downtown location, close to Kandawgyi Lake. All spaces are equipped with modern conference technology, and a professional team will attentively cater to your specific needs and ensure the success of your event.

PULLMAN YANGON CENTREPOINT HOTEL

Pullman Yangon Centrepoint is located in the beautiful downtown Colonial Quarter overlooking Maha Bandoola Park, City Hall and the unique Sule Pagoda, with views to the Yangon River, Shwedagon Pagoda and Yangon City. The hotel’s contemporary, spacious rooms offer a mix of homely comfort and stylish amenities. Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar.

PARC BOTANIA

Inspired by nature, Parc Botannia exudes idyllic tranquility in a stunning yet timeless design. The project is a botanical oasis surrounded by the best of nature-parklands, wetlands, meandering rivers and an idyllic coastline.

Parc Botannia offers 735 exclusive apartments ranging from 1 Bedroom up to 5 Bedroom options, thoughtfully designed for utmost luxury and comfort of all residents.

GRAND MYAKANTHAR CONDOMINIUM

Grand Myakanthar condominium is a luxury condominium aimed at families who appreciate peace and tranquility in the midst of city living. Apartments at the Grand Myakanthar are larger than the normal in Yangon, with 8 different layouts ranging from 980 sqft to 2,295 sqft. Each luxurious apartment makes full use of space with airy bedrooms with adjoining verandahs.

Exchange 106

Exchange 106 is the centerpiece and tallest building of the Tun Razak Exchange, Kuala Lumpur’s new financial district. Its striking architecture comprises 106 levels of expansive column-free floorplates, with interiors of exquisite luxury. With a sustainability focused design, this building has a GBI Gold Certification.

AMARI VANG VIENG HOTEL

The Amari Vang Vieng is nestled in a tranquil setting amid majestic mountains and along the banks of the Nam Song River. It offers a home-from-home warmth, inspired by Laotian culture. All rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that let in an abundance of natural daylight to brighten your world.

Bathroom Tips: Get Ready to Kickstart Your Day!

Transform your bathroom into a personal sanctuary with DIY air fresheners to create a pleasant atmosphere and enthusiasm for starting your day. Follow these tips to always feel comfortable in the bathroom.

Small Bathroom Space Inspiration: Compact Yet Spacious, Here Are the Tips!

A compact bathroom is not a barrier to creating a comfortable space that feels spacious. Follow these easy tips and tricks to make your bathroom feel more open and aesthetic.

Aesthetics and Comfort in Bathroom Design for Arief Muhammad’s ‘Rumah-dalam-Mall’

Inspirasi Desain Kamar Mandi Nuansa Hangat dari Instalasi Rumah-Dalam-Mall Arief Muhammad

American Standard Design Award celebrates ‘Home Away from Home’ student designer winners from across Asia Pacific

Honoring Property Industry Excellence: LIXIL’s American Standard and GROHE Proudly Support the Asia Pacific International Property & Hotel Awards 2024-25

American Standard Design Award 2023 (ASDA) celebrated winners of the competition

LIXIL’s GROHE and American Standard celebrate property industry excellence at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2023-24

The beauty behind the ceramic throne

Turn Your Bathroom into a Relaxing Retreat

Convert it into a place where you can soothe your senses after a hard day’s work.

American Standard launches the American Standard Design Award (ASDA) Competition for tertiary design students in Asia-Pacific

GROHE and American Standard announce winners of the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021-22

LIXIL showcases its four power brands at the 26th Kitchen & Bath China 2021, Shanghai

LIXIL announces winners for Asia Pacific Property Awards 2020-21

What is a Bidet Seat?

Bidet Seats deliver the functionality of a bidet, fixed onto an existing toilet. This will replace the toilet seat with a bidet seat which is hooked onto you existing water connection. The electronic bidets or E-Bidets meanwhile would require a power connection.

How safe is your bathroom?

HygieneClean by American Standard: No dirt, No stains, No bacteria, No Worries. We polled close to 5000 of our customers across the globe for their cleaning habits and without a doubt, the bathroom is the most important, yet the most difficult of rooms to keep clean. American Standard meanwhile strives to make the standard of living purposeful and safe for everyone by bringing cleaner and more hygienic technologies to the toilet, a hotbed of disease within the bathroom.

LIXIL Asia Continues its Partnership with The Asia Pacific Property Awards as a Headline Sponsor

Transform Your Bathroom into A Wellness Retreat for Body and Mind

When you think of your bathroom, what comes to mind? A place you’re in and out of quickly while getting ready for the day or winding down for the night? Your bathroom can be more than just a utilitarian space. By adding certain bathroom amenities, you can transform your bathroom into a calming oasis that serves as a retreat from everyday stressors. Consider these five ideas that provide a spa-inspired experience in the comfort of your own home:

A shower for every personality

Ever had a bad shower, and felt really unsatisfied by the experience? Perhaps because the water pressure was just not right, or the jets of water were too sparse? Or perhaps the water temperature kept fluctuating so you kept either getting a cold shock or scalded?

4 Innovative Touches for a Rejuvenating Bathroom Experience

The home is a welcoming oasis that offers respite from the harried pace of life. Also, the simple and practical act of taking a shower can be imbued with comfort and relaxation — with the right selection of smart shower solutions. Now, take shower time to the next level with innovative touches, designed to restore, revive and rejuvenate the senses — all while preserving the safety and comfort of every member in the family.

4 Home Hacks You Need to Know for a Better Summer!

Beach and swimsuit days aside, summer can get overwhelmingly hot, humid and just plain unbearable after a few months. From taking 3 to 4 showers to cranking up the air-conditioning 24 hours a day, the summer heat and humidity can affect even the best of us. Here are 4 home hacks you can make your summer a little easier.

How to Plan a Bathroom Renovation

Looking to plan bathroom renovation? The bathroom is simply the most heavily used area in your home. Therefore, it is essential to renovate the bathroom from time to time to keep the place Beautiful, Purposeful and Safe.

Looking To Customize Your Bathroom? Here Are A Few Ideas On How.

Whenever thinking about designing or customizing your home, your first thought might be to doll up your living room so it makes a good first impression on anyone who walks in the door, or your bedroom so it can be the most comfortable space for you. But how often does it occur to us to customize the bathroom as well?

Spruce Up Your Bathroom With These Three Latest Trends

When it comes to home renovation, communal spaces like the living room, dining area and kitchen often take center stage. Instead of fussing over multi-use kitchen islands and bespoke bar counters, why not put in a little more thought to the tranquil sanctuary that’s the bathroom?

4 Rules to Ace Timeless Home Decor

While urbanites are on the constant hunt for the latest status purse, or perennially upgrade their gadgets for the snazziest model, a beautifully designed home should always stand the test of time. After all, what most homeowners desire is fairly straightforward – an uncluttered house that spells modern elegance, but classic enough so it doesn’t quickly go out of style. In order to attain that timeless look, it’s important to look for elements – whether it comes to paint colors, decorative items, or even functional pieces of furniture – that combine contemporary elements with a refined sensibility.

Spring into a New Season with a Bathroom Refresh

What comes to mind when you think of Spring? Fresh greenery, colorful flowers, nature and lots of warm sunshine? This sense of new energy and vibrancy is something you will appreciate daily, and thus an ideal inspiration for your home decor.

Take your bathroom into the future with these 4 smart features

These days, it’s no surprise how smart home technology has increasingly become the latest obsession of any modern homeowner, especially given the growing accessibility to things like smart lights, smart doorbells, smart video surveillance and the latest Google Home systems, which have all proven to instantly elevate our lifestyle. So it’s only natural that this desire extends to the bathroom as well – a place where we spend a huge chunk of our time, and want to be as comfortable and luxurious as possible. Jazzing up this space can actually have an obvious and positive impact on our lives. Plus, why not save water and energy in the process?

5 Timeless and Trendy House Design Elements

No thanks to the busy lives we lead – as we hustle to get through our hectic schedules and barely set aside any “me time” – our homes naturally need to be a sanctuary of peace and quiet at the end of a manic work day. And nothing whispers “calm” and “comfort” better than a minimalist, timeless decor scheme. While a major overhaul of a living space may not be a realistic option for most, it might be worth incorporating soothing design elements that withstand the test of trends and lifestyle changes. With that in mind, here are some classic touches that will help keep your house’s design and functionality relevant through the years.

Transform Your Bathroom into a Romantic Sanctuary

Anyone would agree that most of us lead busy, stress-filled lives, and we could all use some relaxation and self-pampering. Unfortunately, the reality is that it’s not always possible to squeeze a getaway into our hectic schedules.

AMERICAN STANDARD KASTELLO COLLECTION: LIKE NO OTHER.

Five tips for Keeping your Bathroom Bacteria-free this Holiday

With the festive season here, it is necessary to do a quick spring clean before guests arrive for your annual house gathering.But aside from fluffing up the throw pillows or trimming the tree, there’s one other important room that every guest would notice – the bathroom.

AMERICAN STANDARD ‘SHOWER FOR GOOD’ BENEFIT SALE

How To Choose The Perfect Bathroom Towels

Towels are an absolute necessity for your bathroom routine, so we tend to just use any old towel without much thought! But, now is the time to put a little consideration into the towels you choose to ensure that it meets both your purpose and style needs!

Our best tips to keep your towels fresher for longer!

Many of us just throw our dirty towels in the wash without much care, but this is not sustainable maintaining their original fluffiness and making them last years. However, with a careful washing routine, you can keep your bathroom towels in fresh, quality condition for longer – read our best tips on how to!

The Best Christmas Gift Ideas For The Bathroom

Decorative Ideas For Your Bathroom This Christmas

Is Your Bathroom Really As Clean As You Think?

Visiting the bathroom is an everyday matter and being careless about bathroom hygiene may be hazardous to health. From the bacteria lurking on door knobs, basins to the toilet interior and seat itself, a bathroom visit can be quite a hygienic challenge – and falling sick is never fun.

How To Create A Safe Bathroom Perfect For The Elderly

3 Tips To Help You Create The Perfect Couple Friendly Bathroom

Whether you’ve chosen to move in together or your partner visits regularly, the choice to create a more couple friendly bathroom can be key to a healthy and happy relationship. Here are our top tips to create a bathroom that pleases both you and your partner!

4 Common Bathroom Habits And Their Gross/Unhygienic Reality

3 More Ways To Create a Family-Friendly Bathroom Without Sacrificing Style

Having a bathroom that is both stylish and secure space for your children is what every family bathroom needs. This blog carries on from our first family bathroom blog to give you 3 more ways to create a family friendly bathroom without sacrificing style.

Top Tips To Unclog Your Bathroom Drains

Are your bathroom drains not doing the job properly? Perhaps they are awfully slow, or maybe that gurgling noise has amplified and all your childhood fears of what’s living down the drain have re-emerged? Now, we can assure you that there aren’t any monsters hiding in the drain, but it could indicate that they are clogged and in desperate need of a clean! Follow along to find out our top tips to unclog your bathroom drains and make sure they stay that way!

3 Beautiful Ways To Add Marble To Your Bathroom

If you’re looking to add a sense of style, elegance and sophistication to your bathroom, introducing marble is a perfect choice! Marble has been used in design to signify wealth and high social status since ancient times and has continued to be a timeless material ever since. Here are our top 3 ideas for adding marble into your bathroom.

WINTER PROMOTION 2018

Promotion period: 8th October 2018 – 31th December 2018 Enjoy irresistible promotion for bathroom products by American Standard – Up to 50% for all bundles including smart washers, saving packages, top-selling and new products!

Transform Your Bathroom Into A Tropical Oasis

When you think of the beach, what do you imagine? A tranquil atmosphere? Cool, rolling waves? Sunshine? The crisp air? Well, now you can invoke all these positive feelings in your bathroom with our top four tips to transform your bathroom into a tropical-themed paradise.

More pleasure in your shower regardless of pressure with Genie by American Standard

LIXIL’s Brands Receive 11 Good Design Awards in 2018

HygieneClean System by American Standard: No dirt. No stains. No bacteria. No worries.

Elegant Ways To Add Black In Your Bathroom

3 Ways To Create A Well Ventilated Bathroom

One of the biggest challenges of owning a bathroom is making sure that you have a well ventilated, comfortable bathroom. A stale, muggy atmosphere can hinder your bathroom experience and can cause long-term damage. Poor ventilation results in a build up of condensation and excess moisture, causing damage to fixtures, fosters mildew and erodes the surfaces of your walls and ceiling.

4 Elegant Ways To Add Black In Your Bathroom

If you’re looking to give your bathroom a unique and bold new look that separates it from traditional designs, then perhaps it’s time to consider adopting a darker aesthetic. Adding black to your bathroom is a popular trend that is both daring and elegant. Here are four ways to help you embrace the darker side of bathroom design.

Top Tips To Create A Bathroom Buyers Will Love

Selling your home is an important decision, and we believe you should feel proud and confident about what your home has to offer. For prospective buyers, the bathroom is a necessary feature of the property. If you have concerns about the layout or atmosphere of your bathroom, here are some tips to create a space to attract buyers.

Unveiling a New Brand, Raising Standards of Bathrooms

3 Ways To Add A Rustic Charm To Your Bathroom

The charming and welcoming nature of rustic bathrooms has inspired homeowners and interior designers for decades. The modern rustic bathroom look includes elements of raw wooden surfaces and natural stone combined with contemporary touches to deliver a new style of unpolished elegance. Here are three ways to add a rustic, timeless appeal to your bathroom.

3 Reasons Why Your Bathroom Needs A Frameless Shower

Whether you’re renovating your entire bathroom or just want to upgrade your shower area, consider a frameless design. From the look to functionality, we have three reasons why you should ditch the bulky, traditional stall.

Choosing The Perfect Flooring For Your Bathroom Style

The flooring you choose for your bathroom can either make or break the space, so it is important to investigate your options – and, there are a lot of alternatives out there! The right flooring not only provides a functional purpose, but it can tie the whole look of your bathroom together. We have highlighted four different alternatives to suit your style of bathroom.

5 Unpredictable Toilet Situations People Get Themselves Into

Toilet humor might be staple material for less creative comics, but awkward situations in the bathroom are usually anything but funny in reality. Say hello to the next era of derrière self-care: American Standard leverages on over 50 years of shower toilet expertise from one of LIXIL’s portfolio of brands – INAX, offering a range of Spalet products – shower toilets, e-bidets and manual bidets, providing an ultimate peace of mind when it comes to unexpected toilet situations. Scroll on to see how these toilet emergencies will be things of the past with pampering solutions.

The New Standard of Bathroom Safety

In today’s digital world, technology touches all aspects of life – even our bathrooms. With the automation of homes, smart toilets have become increasingly common. But by having electrical components in the bathroom, one may wonder: is it safe?

How To Create the Perfect Hampton Style Bathroom

The Hamptons style is synonymous with elegance and coastal charm through the blend of both traditional and modern elements. This classic bathroom look creates a relaxed and homely retreat to escape busy lifestyles using four essential features.

Useful Ways To Save For Your Bathroom Renovation

4 Useful Ways To Save For Your Bathroom Renovation

There are so many tips out there on how to cut costs and save money while the renovation is underway, but what about when the update is just a dream at this stage? It’s no surprise that a bathroom renovation is an expensive (yet worthwhile!) investment, but with a little budgeting, your dream will be in reach much sooner than you think.

The Victorian Bathroom: A Timeless Design

The Victorian era revolutionised the way modern homes are designed through the introduction of a formal bathroom. Prior to the 1850s, the concept of a single, compact space to both cleanse and relax was not common to most. The Victorian era was certainly a turning point in bathroom history has continued to influence the modern bathroom.

Is Your Bathroom A Time Machine?

We use our bathrooms constantly and over-time can become accustomed to its features, making it super easy to overlook the elements desperately needing an update. Perhaps, the toilet isn’t flushing as efficiently as it once was or maybe the decor is a bit last-season. It’s time to take a step back, have a good look and question whether your bathroom could use a makeover. We have put together five top signs to consider when evaluating the space!

Protect Your Bathroom From Mould

How To Protect Your Bathroom From Mould

The bathroom is an absolute goldmine for mould to accumulate and grow due to constant heat and moisture levels. As well as affecting the appearance of your bathroom, it is also hazardous for your health. Therefore, it is important to restrain mould infestations through adequate ventilation, moisture prevention and regular cleaning:

Building Purposeful And Safe Bathrooms For Families

Building the perfect bathroom that caters to everyone in the home is no longer just about mulling over themes, colours, or lighting styles. Especially for shared bathroom situations, it needs to be a room that both the young and old can enjoy. The right design can bring a soothing spa-like experience to the bathroom, and essentially safety.

Are You Using Your Spalet Correctly?

Why wipe when you can wash? When it comes to a real cleanse, the pristine way to cleanse is definitely to wash rather than to wipe. And that holds true for bathroom hygiene, especially after a visit to the loo. Imagine this: A wipe is like spreading dirt around till the last smear gets wiped off – not a nice thought especially when it comes to your personal hygiene.

4 Hidden Tips For Creating The Perfect Family Bathroom

Although they are used on a daily basis, bathrooms are the most underrated spaces in homes. Whether the kids are fighting over space at the sink before school, or you’re preparing a bath for them at night, having a calm, structured layout is essential to a happy and functional bathroom. Regardless of your bathroom size, we’ve got four tips to help you create an efficient bathroom for you and your family.

Chrome Tapware: The Timeless Pioneer

Chrome – we love it. From the classic bathroom to contemporary and modern designs, you can never go wrong with chrome because it’s just so versatile. But, it doesn’t stop at the bathroom – it’s still a popular choice for the kitchen and laundry to create a cohesive design that complements the entire home.

UNICEF and LIXIL to “Make a Splash” and Help Bring Sanitation to Children Around the World

Top Architects, Designers, Developers and Media converged at the first-ever LIXIL Spalet Iconic Tour 2018 in Nagoya, Japan – the birth place of Spalets and Ceramics.

Over 50 of Asia’s top designers, architects, developers and media were invited to the first-ever LIXIL Spalet Iconic Tour 2018 in Nagoya, Japan where the highlight of the tour was the Dream Spalet Destination Competition 2018.

5 Tips To Make Your Morning Shower More Relaxing

We are often rushed on a work morning to get out the door on time, leaving little time for a pampered and relaxed experience in the bathroom – it’s all go, go, go! But it doesn’t have to be a stressful task! With a little preparation and organisation, you can turn your morning shower into 5 minutes of ‘me-time’ to set yourself up for the long day ahead. Keep reading for our handy tips to make your showertime more relaxing!

LIXIL WELCOMED ASIA’S TOP ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS TO THE FIRST- EVER LIXIL SPALET ICONIC TOUR 2018.

How To Clean Your Bathroom The Green Way

Let’s face it, cleaning the bathroom is not high on anyone’s list of enjoyable things to do. What makes it even more unpleasant is having to use chemical products packed with harmful toxins. Not only do these affect our respiratory system and skin, but also our surrounding environment. That’s why many are switching to green cleaning methods to reduce their impact, and so can you with the right alternatives. We have put together our top green tips to help leave your bathroom pristine and hygienic in the safest way.

Designing A Fun And Safe Kids Bathroom

Many modern family homes not only have a master bathroom but a separate one for children to share. When designing these bathrooms, it is important to consider their individual needs and wants as elements will differ from those found in adult suites. From fun themes to safety-first fixtures, read along with our top tips to help you design the perfect bathroom for your little one’s!

3 Tiling Tips For Small Bathrooms

The colour, size and way in which you arrange tiles has a dramatic effect on the overall look and mood of your modern bathroom. Certain tiles can create a luxurious haven by expanding the look of the room, while others can make the space look gloomy and cramped; therefore, choosing the best tiles for a smaller bathroom requires careful planning, accurate measurement of the space and considered design decisions. Although the choice of tiling is subjective to different tastes and desires, these are the key factors to keep in mind to enhance the look and feel of a tiny bathroom.

Cultural Practices in Japan That Have Inspired Modern Day Toilet Technologies

Without a doubt, the world’s admiration for Japanese technology is noteworthy. Most people know about Japan’s revolutionary toilets. While fairly common in Japan, shower toilets still garner ‘oohs’ and ‘wows’ in many parts of the world.

How To Put A Little Retro Into Your Bathroom

There’s no reason why the modern bathroom can’t receive a little retro or classical makeover (of the tasteful kind)! We have highlighted three key elements including the use of colour, texture and shape to help you create a bathroom contemporary bathroom with a touch of character and charm that’ll never go out of style!

Introduce Colour Into Your Bathroom

Our bathroom is a private sanctuary to refresh ourselves for the day, relax and unwind, so it is important to think about the right colours to create a desired mood. While most bathrooms have a neutral or white theme, a pop of colour can put a little character into the room to reflect our personal style. Here are four tips on how to add that touch of colour that your bathroom needs!

First Home Buyers Guide To Transform Small Bathrooms

We all dream of having a spacious and luxurious bathroom, but for the first home buyer this is often out of reach. For many, buying a budget-friendly home or apartment with a decent sized bathroom that requires minimal renovation is a rarity – and so, a small and restrictive bathroom is usually settled for. Don’t stress though, it is possible to make your tiny bathroom look and feel spacious. We have highlighted the top four tips and to help you achieve your dream bathroom, while simultaneously increasing the value of your first home!

Transform Your Bathroom With The Right Lighting

The right source and amount of light will have a dramatic effect on your bathroom in terms of both mood and functionality. You can transform a cold and dark space into a light-filled, luxurious haven – perfect for preparing yourself for the day and unwinding at night. There are four lighting techniques designed to support different elements of the bathroom, while working in unison to enhance the overall design and functionality:

4 Bathroom Styling Tips On A Budget

A bathroom renovation is an expensive project, and when it comes to styling and décor the budget can easily exceed. But, creating a modern and luxe bathroom is certainly achievable on a tight budget. We have highlighted four styling tips that are affordable, functional and stylish to help you along the way!

3 Reasons To Decorate Your Bathroom With Plants

There is no doubt that plants are a trendy way to spruce up your bathroom as they suit both modern and traditional styles – making them extremely versatile. As an inexpensive and fresh addition to the space, here are three reasons why you should deck your bathroom with some foliage!

5 Ensuite Renovation Tips and ideas

An ensuite renovation can be an expensive project, but is an extremely worthwhile investment in creating your own personalised haven – with superior functionality. A well-designed and executed ensuite adds value to the master suite, and the overall property. Here are 5 renovation tips and ideas to help ensure you receive the ensuite of your dreams:

3 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Toilet

As toilets have evolved, so has the emphasis on style, comfort level, shape and water efficiency to Raise the Standard of living. To ensure the perfect fit and to make your toilet the hero piece of the bathroom, keep in mind these 3 tips for your next renovation:

Why You Should Choose An In-Wall Cistern

When designing or renovating a bathroom, choosing the right toilet can be so important for the design and functionality of the room. With ever changing and developing technology there is so much to consider when choosing the right toilet for your bathroom. In-wall cisterns are a hot bathroom trend, here’s a look at why you should consider it in your next design.

BEAUTIFUL. PURPOSEFUL. SAFE. FOR EVERYONE. AMERICAN STANDARD UNVEILS EXCITING INNOVATIONS AT KITCHEN & BATH CHINA 2018

Dream Destinations: You’ll Find Them Where a Spalet Is

The season for travel is almost here. Are you planning a trip to your dream holiday destination? Whether fantasies are revolving around picturesque views, an adventurous trip or mouth-watering local delicacies, the holiday accommodation is as important as the actual itinerary in completing the perfect dream destination experience.

The Heritage And Evolution of Spalets

Japan is undoubtedly one of the most visited countries in the world. Did you know that besides its beautiful landscapes and greatly sought-after Japanese cuisine, Japan’s high level of hygiene standards are also globally recognized? Traditional Japanese bathroom cultures have inspired today’s clean, ultra-comfortable bathrooms that you see in luxury hotels, private resorts and even urban residential apartments.

Warm Up Your Bathroom This Winter

When we think of winter we can’t help but cringe at the feeling of our feet hitting the cold bathroom floor, the dreaded moment when you have to turn the shower off or the dash from the bath to your towel. Winter can have a significate impact on how we enjoy our bathroom and often disrupts the comfort and relaxation of the space. Here are a few suggestions for warming up your bathroom this winter.

Choosing the Perfect Hero Piece for Your Bathroom

Give your bathroom the wow-factor by choosing the perfect hero piece. This will be the focal point of the room; tying together design elements and setting the overall tone of the bathroom. There are a range of options to choose from so we’ve put together a list of our go-to hero pieces for any bathroom design.

Choosing Stand-Out Bathroom Decor

If you have recently renovated and need some design inspiration or just want to add some ‘wow’ to the room, bathroom decor can help complement any bathroom. The right decor can completely transform the room, add a pop of colour and spice up the overall look and feel. We’ve put together our three favourite items that are sure to catch your eye.

Design an easy-to-clean bathroom

If you’re designing a new bathroom or renovating your old one, the ease of cleaning can often be an afterthought when it comes to the overall design. To minimise hard work in the long-term and save costs on cleaning materials, start by designing the space according to how easy it is to maintain and clean. Coupled with some easy-to-clean fixtures and American Standard’s innovative technology, you can transform your bathroom into a modern haven that is (almost) self-cleaning!

Bathroom Cleaning Made Easy

Used everyday, our basins, showers, bathtubs and toilets often need special cleaning attention to maintain a place of cleanliness and relaxation. With a few handy cleaning tips, combined with American Standard’s revolutionary technology, the job of cleaning your bathroom has never been easier or more efficient.

Choosing the Best Basin for Your Bathroom

The basin – A key feature in any bathroom, whether you’re planning to make it the hero of the room or tie in seamlessly with existing components, there’s a lot to consider to ensure you make the right decision. The number of choices available when selecting a basin can leave builders and renovators feeling a little dazed when trying to narrow down which basin is the right one for the space?

Our Top Picks for 2018 Bathroom trends

With renovating on the rise, now has never been a better time to reinvent your bathroom! Your bathroom design should complement the rest of your home and add to your overall design concept. Updating a bathroom adds significant value to your home. So, whether you’re living in a tiny terrace or a sprawled-out Queenslander a fresh new bathroom is worth its weight in gold.

What Is A Must Have Item for Japanese Holiday-makers In Their Choice Of Accommodation?

Did you guess right? Shower toilets! The Japanese pay extreme attention to details in all aspects of their lives. From the way a piece of paper is folded to exquisite product packaging, Japan’s sense of excellence lies in every detail. And it is no surprise that their detail-oriented nature extends to even bathrooms.

How to Keep the Zen in Your Bathroom

Your bathroom should be a place for long showers and warm bubble baths, a place where you can relax. With these simple tips, you can ensure your bathroom is always your space to unwind and de-stress after a long day.

What Will A Dream Destination Bathroom Look Like?

An unforgettable home away from home can take the form of plush beddings, infinity pools, gourmet food options and impeccable customer service. What about the bathroom? Have you ever wondered what a dream destination bathroom will look like?

Tips for Designing a Clutter Free Bathroom

5 Tips for Designing a Clutter Free Bathroom

Bathrooms are a place of relaxation, where you start and finish your busy day. This haven can quickly lose its tranquillity if not correctly designed, organised and maintained. We’ve put together five tips to help declutter your bathroom so you can enjoy this space the way it should be!

Tips to Keeping Your Bathroom Renovation on Track

Designing your dream bathroom is exciting but the actual renovation can be costly, time consuming and stressful. It might be the smallest room in the house but it can often cause the biggest headaches! To keep your bathroom reno on track we’ve put together a list of tips to streamline your bathroom project to avoid delays.

Our Top Picks for Modern Bathrooms

You’re finally ready to start renovating the bathroom but still struggling to nail down the final design! To spark your creativity, we’ve put together a list of our top picks for a modern bathroom design.

3 important elements of a modern bathroom

In 2018 bathroom renovations are rife with modern design. While it may be hard to choose what bathroom design is best for your home, here at American Standard we look for three very important design elements. We’ve taken the guesswork out of bathroom design and listed the most important elements to look for in your new bathroom.

4 Features Making Cleaning Toilets a Breeze

Cleaning your toilet is never on the top of the to-do list – It can be messy, awkward and is often the first thing to be used straight after you’ve cleaned it! American Standard’s Acacia Evolution Collection is taking the hard work out of cleaning toilets through modern designs and revolutionary technology.

Top 5 Must-Haves for a Dream Destination

We all get bitten by the travel bug, but not everyone has the same definition of a dream travel destination. Conquering a mountain’s summit in the Everest may be a dream destination for some, while enjoying the sun, sand and sea on a hammock in Maldives may be paradise for another. Then again, sometimes, the most unusual experience can make the best travel memory.

Top 6 Misconceptions About Bidets & Shower Toilets, Debunked

It’s a long-standing argument that has been going back and forth in the name of hygiene: Should we wipe or wash after using the toilet? This isn’t the easiest conversation to have since not many are comfortable revealing their toilet habits. However, the sticky nature of the issue makes it necessary to do an audit on our bathroom habits.

LIXIL wins big with 21 Red Dot Design Awards for ground-breaking innovations

The Timeless Bathroom

Just like fashion trends, bathroom trends have the danger of coming and going which is why when you are creating your dream space it’s important to keep one thought in mind. How do I create a personal but timeless bathroom? After investing money, time and love into coordinating your bathroom you don’t want to later regret design choices, which is why we are here to offer advice on some of the best ways to reflect your own style in ways that will remain timeless.

An Evolution in Bathrooms

You want your bathroom to be the perfect balance of functionality and pleasing aesthetics, of practicality and breathtaking design. In order to achieve this, costs can often be high and products sometimes still don’t seem to deliver all they’ve promised.

How To Maximize Space In Small Bathrooms

With the current trend of smaller living spaces, one of the objectives in interior décor is to maximize the space we are getting out of every room in the home. In this instance, the bathroom. How can we save ample space in the bathroom to give it a bigger, fresher and livelier look? Can petite bathrooms really be a viable place to wind down after a long day?

Collection Spotlight: Acacia Evolution

Aesthetically pleasing and intuitive, the Acacia Evolution Collection reflects an inherent understanding of form and function. Acacia Evolution’s modern design is expressed in soft lines and balanced proportions which create a sense of tranquility and calm.

Bathroom Maintenance

Bathroom Maintenance. Bathrooms are a place of cleanliness, a space where we prepare for the day or wash the worries of one that is over away. Nothing makes this experience more enjoyable than a fresh, clean and sparkling environment. Unfortunately, that goes hand in hand with bathroom maintenance. By following these simple tips you can make the job of cleaning your bathroom less of an ordeal, meaning you can fully enjoy all of the leisure and relaxation that the space can offer you.

Why You Should Go Big On Small Bathrooms

Who doesn’t dream of a big luxurious bathroom? The thought of a spacious bathroom almost immediately relaxes one’s state of mind. However, with the growing trend of small apartments, many homeowners find that the size of bathrooms are also fast diminishing. Most homeowners now face the challenge of trying to fit wares and fittings into small, even tiny bathroom spaces.

3 More Ways To Create a Family-Friendly Bathroom Without Sacrificing Style

Who doesn’t dream of a big luxurious bathroom? The thought of a spacious bathroom almost immediately relaxes one’s state of mind. However, with the growing trend of small apartments, many homeowners find that the size of bathrooms are also fast diminishing. Most homeowners now face the challenge of trying to fit wares and fittings into small, even tiny bathroom spaces.

Bathroom Trends: Then & Now

We are going to look back at some of the questionable trends that have graced bathrooms throughout the decades and how modern bathrooms have improved upon these moments in design history.

How to Build Your Dream Bathroom

Don’t know how to design a dream bathroom? Here are some useful tips from American Standard’s VP of Design, Antoine Besseyre des Horts. The blueprint for a dream home will always come with a perfect bathroom. Bathrooms no longer just function as a shower space, they have since evolved to become living spaces. In today’s often stressful and chaotic lives, the bathroom plays a very important role. It has turned into the only space in the household where you can indulge in some personal time to relax, rejuvenate, and re-energize.

How To Create The Perfect ‘His-and-Hers’ Bathroom

While the bathroom has evolved over time to become a sanctuary for singles and families, it has also become a special place for couples. With comfort and ergonomics as the usual priorities in most bathrooms, there is much room to explore in the aesthetics aspect – for a gender-friendly bathroom.

Ergonomics – The Most Overlooked Element In Your Bathroom

Good design evokes images of pleasing aesthetics, although marrying both form and function is de rigueur in space design, particularly in the bathroom. Many of us often disregard one very important element that makes all the difference: Bathroom ergonomics.

Latest Bathroom Trend – Green Is The Way To Go

In recent years, “Going Green” has been an influential aspect to consider when evaluating any interior space designs. Do you realise that bathrooms are by far the main source of water use, despite being the smallest room in a residential or commercial space? The bathroom is the room where we do a variety of cleaning routines with the purpose of keeping us healthy. As such, water-saving and energy-saving features are becoming increasingly popular in bathroom innovations.

5 Reasons Why Holidaymakers are Looking for Accommodation with Bidet Facilities

Holiday accommodation are aplenty these days. Travellers in a foreign city have no doubt rejoiced over budget apartment rentals, homely serviced apartments and high-tech hotel suites. Although it is a case of ‘different folks, different strokes’ when it comes to accommodation preferences, there is something that is sure to please all holiday makers alike: accommodation with bidet facilities. At American Standard, we have a full range of shower toilets, e-bidets and manual bidets or what we fondly call ‘Spalet’ – which means ‘spa in a toilet’.

Spend Lesser Time Cleaning Your Toilet

When it comes to domestic chores, putting on a pair of latex gloves and scrubbing toilets remains low on people’s priority list, as few fancy getting their hands dirty – literally. Could there be a way to automate the process so we have the luxury of time for something more important, like spending time with our family?

These 10 Reasons Will Make You Want A Spalet In Your Toilet Now

It’s no surprise that the place where you answer nature’s call is also the ideal place for bacteria growth. So how can we raise hygiene standards in your bathroom, specifically the toilet bowl? Nailing the three core traits of an all-rounded toilet –hygiene, comfort and convenience—is simply a matter of installing a bidet. You will be surprised at how much innovations go into our Spalet products to make life better for you and your loved ones.

Everything You Need To Know About The Spalet

Q & A: Everything You Need To Know About The Spalet Shower toilets are becoming an increasingly common feature not just in hotel rooms, but are also finding their way into homes. Are you thinking about installing a Spalet in your bathroom, but need answers to help make your decision easier?

What is A Spalet?

Making small changes to upgrade your bathroom in a big way is not difficult. One way is to add a Spalet into your bathroom. You may also know it as the bidet, and they come in many models ranging from manual bidets to electronic bidets which you can conveniently install on existing toilets, or upgrade to a full-service shower toilet. Think of it as a mini spa that replaces your traditional toilet. With technologically advanced features such as posterior and feminine air bubble cleansing nozzles, automated seats, built in air deodorizers, and even music, you will be pleasantly surprised at this innovation and perhaps even wonder why it didn’t find its way into your bathroom earlier.

INAX – 50 Years of Expertise In Shower Toilets

Japan has a reputation for being the leaders of innovation. As a firm established in Japan since 1924, INAX has a deeply ingrained tradition of innovation, leading us to become a recognized name in ceramic tile manufacturing and toilet design. INAX first started gaining traction when our tiles were used in the design of the iconic Imperial Hotel in Tokyo. We proceeded to cement our place in the industry when the first made-in-Japan shower toilet with warm water shower spray and air dryer function was created in 1967. After the breakthrough, consumers came to associate INAX as the toilet innovators with state of the art technology, as well as the advocate for modern Japanese style and comfort.

Your Extreme Enjoyment at Home Starts With a Push & Turn

Your Extreme Enjoyment at Home Starts With a Push & Turn Depending on lifestyle habits, some people don’t put a lot of thought into the bathroom. They see it as a functional space to get the morning routine over and done with, so they can get on with whatever life beckons. But the bathroom can be so much more. It can be a sacred sanctuary. Like a dandy spa, it can give you that extreme enjoyment you crave at the end of an excruciating work day! Imagine that sprightly step when you know you’ll be starting and ending each day right, just by investing a little more attention to the shower.

American Standard VP of Design shares how American Standard is Raising The Standard

Since 1872, American Standard has blazed the trails of innovation in bathrooms, pioneering numerous breakthroughs that have inspired today’s bathroom wares. The iconic brand has been creating dependable sanitary wares and fittings for residential, commercial and hospitality projects, and its legacy continues today in numerous landmark projects, such as the iconic Burj Al Arab in Dubai and Beijing’s National Aquatic Centre (Water Cube), just to name a few.

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