BATHROOM LIGHTING TIPS
Reference shaving and using the basin: " Ideally, the light should be directed at the person and not reflected off the mirror. This can be achieved by positioning the two lighting fixtures in opposite directions so that light is reflected on the face from both sides. Lighting fixtures can also be placed on the wall directly over the basin, at a distance of at least 2 feet from the basin.

To avoid severe shadows it is best to steer clear of reflectors. Bathroom fixtures can also be used inside cabinets or on the ceiling over baths or bath enclosures. The right lighting fixture is essential achieving the desired light effect and avoiding a glare or shadow. There are various kinds of bathroom lighting fixtures. Bar lights house tiny trochees mounted on metal bars, of various designs and shape. These bars are fixed to the walls or counters. They provide for either up lighting (to allow light to gush down on mirror cabinets) or down lighting (to bounce light off the ceiling).

Certain bar lights with two to six shades can be used above double basins. Long bar lights eliminate the requirement for separate fixtures. The lampshades can be of white frosted glass or glass which is translucent. The metal portion can be chrome-plated, polished brass, or some antique finish. Vanity bulbs are another type of bathroom lighting with rounded white glass enclosures for encasing light bulbs. These lights are used for providing a strong diffused lighting effect appropriate for close-up jobs. These lighting fixtures should be ideally placed over narrow basins.

Wall sconces can also be used as bathroom lighting fixture. They are generally not fixed near basins and can be put up to light cupboards. Recessed lights are most suitable as bathroom lighting fixtures. These bathroom lighting fixtures give respite from deposited moisture and soapy condensations deposited on bathroom fixtures, as the actual fixtures are recessed inside the ceiling. However, their installation and wiring is expensive."
Taken fom an article by Jason Gluckman

RISE OF THE SUPER BATHROOM
by Wendy Sloane. Sunday Times February 27th 2008
"Why spend time running to a health club, or money on salon pampering, when you can relax in your own steam room and spa bath, complete with chromotherapy mood lighting — based on the theory that colour and light affect energy levels — aromatherapy water, and a designer sound system? "

"Matthew Abernethy, associate at Savills estate agency in Hampstead, north London, says potential purchasers should not be put off by the prices of such luxuries."

“Installing a super bathroom can add value to a property,” he says. “In certain levels of the market, people have come to expect them, especially recently.

“If the rest of the house is of a similar calibre, it would make sense to install a great bathroom before you sell.”

Excerpt from the Sunday Times February 25th 2008

"COMBINING KEY CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS in your bathroom could make it feel even more of a haven than your living room, says Victoria O'Brien", Sunday Times, July 10th 2005

Treat your bathroom like any other living area and provide seating, cabinets and shelves. Sitting on the edge of your bath drying your toes is uncomfortable and unecessary when free-standing seating is available. The latest designs of radiator allow for inbuilt mirrors or seating.

"Contemporary bathroom designers and manufacturers are coming up with all sorts of ideas for bathroom seating, freestanding cabinets, trollies and “bookcases”. " says Vicoria O'Brien.
Bathroom Seating & Radiators (also conservatories) courtesy of Brighton Designer Radiators.