Por Marie Roviello within an open space such as a bathroom to f low around and create drama. These centerpieces blend public areas together while keeping private areas separate. Large, expansive windows help bring in more sunlight and blend indoor/outdoor boundaries and allows the outside in so we feel more connected to our environment. Open plans can also be vertical. Think about creating an indoor garden, enclosed in glass and open above to the elements above. Now imagine your shower inside this private indoor garden connecting you to the environment. Either way, having an indoor garden or getting ready in the open air is awesome!
Magazine Chihuahua
Julio - Agosto 2019
Open spaces are a sophisticated way of planning. They allow more sunlight, views, freedom and f low. Open plans give you a hint of an adjacent room rather than opening a door to go into each separate room and feeling confined. It’s an old trend that’s new again and it began with Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright as early advocates for open plan designs in houses. Open planned bathrooms are the latest trend for 2019 and the idea is to create f low within a space, increase views and natural light. Modern living is about openness and it’s a great way to make areas seem more spacious and organic. It also requires less building materials and this supports better indoor air quality which is typically 20-30 times more toxic than outdoor air. Centerpieces such as a tub or vanity are strategically placed
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