TRUSTED ADVISERS Q&A

Q: What are the top 5 trends for bathrooms from Virginia Tile?

A: 1. Large-format tiles: These tiles (24x24 up to 40x120) help create a seamless and contemporary look.

2. Natural stone: Porcelain tiles that mimic the look of natural stone (marble, travertine or limestone) are in high demand for flooring and shower walls.

3. Textured surfaces: Tiles with textured finishes are gaining popularity in bathrooms. They add depth and interest to walls and floors and create a spa-like atmosphere.

4. Bold colors: While neutral tones are still popular tiles, bold colors (such as deep blues and greens) are becoming more common for accent walls or shower niches and add a touch of luxury to the bathroom.

5. Mosaic accents: Mosaic tiles in a variety of shapes and colors are being used to create eye-catching accent walls in showers and full-wall backsplashes. They can be mixed and matched to create a unique and personalized look.

Virginia Tile Co.

28320 Plymouth Road

Livonia, MI 48150 734-762-2400 VirginiaTile.com

Q: What is YOMI-enabled dental implant surgery and what are the advantages compared to more traditional options?

A: Yomi is the country’s first robotically-assisted dental-surgical system following its clearance by the FDA and is the next generation in implant surgery that gives patients a better experience, expands offerings and boosts efficiency. YOMI provides assistance to the dental surgeon in planning and placing your implants and is the least invasive, yet most precise and accurate method in dental-implant placement. With YOMI, there is no cutting of the gums or bleeding during surgery. There also is little or no pain medication required after the procedure. YOMI combines your surgeon’s skill with the benefits of robotic surgery. The Elite Smile Center in Rochester Hills is one of the few practices in Michigan to offer YOMI-enabled dental implant surgery. There are over 100 practices in the country now using YOMI and that number is growing daily. It’s the future when it comes to implant surgery.

Q: Why is it important to work with a top realtor in a particular area?

A: It happens all the time. A couple shows up to tour a new home on the market only to find out that there are already three or four offers on the table. There is a reason the top agents in a particular area do the volume they do and that’s because they have an inside track for a new listing. If you are looking to buy a home in a community you are not familiar with, it is very important to work with one of the top realtors in that town. Not only do they know the area but, more importantly, they are often first in line when a home goes on the market. It’s also important to be prepared so when that house hits the market, you have your financing in order and are ready to make an offer.

Q: What has the most potential to ruin the design of your home?

A: One of the most common ways is to not have a plan. Think of it as a road map, and the more planning you do at the beginning the better results you will have at the end. Be patient and don’t make impulse decisions because you are going to have to live with the results for years.

What do you want to get out of that room - is it going to be for entertaining or for working or a cozy space to watch a movie. Do some research into finding styles you like to help your designer fulfill your vision. And if you have children or pets, consider fabrics and surfaces that are easy to clean.

Budget is also very important. Know what you can afford before you begin shopping, whether you are doing a whole room or a piece at a time.

Gorman’s is a design showroom that can customize everything to your personal lifestyle to make your house your home.

The Elite Smile Center

Dr. Shakeel Niazi 1390 W Auburn Road Rochester Hills, MI 48309 248-299-8300 elitesmilecenter.com

Kidd & Leavy Real Estate

Patrick Leavy 325 E. Lake St. Petoskey, MI 49770 patleavy.com