Reading Bathrooms & Kitchens Ltd

The kitchen has long been the heart of the home, and in 2024, it’s also a showcase for innovation and style. This year’s top kitchen design trends highlight sustainable materials, functional elegance, and a focus on comfort. Whether you’re planning a full kitchen refurbishment or simply refreshing your space, here are five trends making waves in kitchens and inspiring upgrades.

Experts agree, a well appointed bathroom upgrade can add significant value to your property.

How much value can be added will depend on the condition and suitability of your existing facilities and to what extent (if any) they fall short of reasonable buyer expectation. Local Estate Agents are usually very helpful in this regard.

Key considerations:

Are existing facilities adequate for the size of your property? i.e. A single bath and toilet might be considered inadequate for 3 bedrooms.

Are you making the most of your available space? There are many excellent design options for maximising space and adding extra convenience and features. i.e. move the boiler into the loft to make room for a smart new shower, en-suite or a additional toilet.

Does your bathroom compliment the rest of the property? A design upgrade could transform your bathroom into a light and airy (mould free) space, with a bit of “wow”.

If a new bathroom is high on your to-do list for the coming year, then Reading Bathrooms and Kitchens can help with a great selection of high-quality bathroom suites. But our assistance doesn’t end there. If you’ve recently remodelled your bathroom or intend to, and you need inspiration on how to accessorise, just read on.

Use mirrors creatively and practically

If you have a small bathroom, then installing a floor-to-ceiling mirror can create an extra dimension of space in the room. Larger bathrooms will benefit from multiple mirrors of varying sizes. Mirrors are synonymous with bathrooms, but contemporary mirrors are now equipped with USB charging, LED lighting and speakers that allow you to stream your favourite music or listen to the radio while you bathe.

Ambient light

Bathrooms serve dual functions; as a place to ready ourselves for the day and a haven at night to unwind. Therefore it’s wise to use dimmer switches or LED floor lighting so you can adapt the lighting to suit the time of day.

Be versatile with your towels and bath mats

No bathroom can be complete without a matching set of towels, but you should always choose colours or patterns to match the existing design and colour scheme. Selecting two towel and bath mat sets with subtle differences in shade will enable you to recast the look whenever the mood takes you.

Well ordered storage solutions

Everyone needs a way to store toiletries and bath towels, but slim storage caddies are a fantastic way to keep the bathroom surfaces clear while looking neat and attractive.