Modern Bathroom Ideas For Your New Construction Home

a beautiful bathroom in a new construction home Oh, the possibilities! So you’ve worked really hard and you’ve finally arrived at the point where you are ready to buy your new construction home. It can be a little nerve-wracking, we know. After all, it’s a big investment! And there is a lot to think about. It’s also a really exciting time: not only do you get to watch your house be built from the ground up, but you get to be on the front row making major decisions about what it should look like. We know there is a lot to consider about a home. The bathroom is one of the rooms people spend a lot of time thinking about. There are plenty of options. We thought we’d take a look at some of the features of today’s modern bathrooms.

Back in the Day…

People didn’t have the luxury of privacy and sanitation. Today’s bathrooms are all about style and layout but they weren’t always that way and people didn’t always have the ability to do their business in a private bathroom with running water, heater, and shower. The bathroom started in public bathhouses in ancient civilizations. England in the Middle Ages loved the concept of steam baths and were, many times, the center of social activities.

In 1927, Bermondsey Public Baths opened up in London. At that point, only about one out of every 500 houses in this London borough had a bathroom. This meant that many working-class people congregated in these bathhouses in order to keep clean. When the flushing lavatory came into play, that also changed the way that bathrooms were built in many homes. Advancements in plumbing and sewer systems also played a role in the integration of the bathroom in every home. This began the movement towards the privacy that we know and cherish today in our bathrooms.

Today, the bathroom is an opportunity to create a room in your home that is another sanctuary, as the bathroom has evolved into more than just a functional necessity but often a sensual and luxurious home spa.

What is a Modern-Style Bathroom?

When you think of the words ‘modern-style’ or ‘contemporary’ bathroom, there are likely a few characteristics that come to mind. Even if it’s hard to articulate, you likely know what a modern bathroom looks like. So what are some of today’s most desired bathroom designs?

Modern-style can mean different things to different people. Some of the overarching themes might include:

Simplicity and Minimalism

The concept of a minimalist approach has been in vogue in many modern homes for some time now. Sometimes, as they say, less is more. Keeping the design simple and with minimal adornments, can make your bathroom shine with modern style. For example a simple pattern of geometric shapes, one or two colors throughout the bathroom at most. Some popular colors include white with a little neutral gray and very little decoration.

The Open-Plan

Just like in the kitchen and living areas, modern homes showcase an open layout, a bathroom can also have a more open layout. Your new construction home is up to you and you can ultimately decide how much space you want. This type of layout refers to a bathroom that is designed with open space, without being over compartmentalized. Often this means transparent glass walls around showers. The color scheme is simple, sometimes monochrome to add that sleek feel. It’s a great way to maximize space and give the bathroom an air of openness.

A Warm Old Fashioned Feel

If you are not really into the modern sleek look and want something a little warmer that feels more rustic, then you can play around with the colors and the layout as well. You can create a welcoming, warm, and inviting space by including a few details. Consider geometric shapes for the sink and tub, a simple and warm color scheme (brown hues and warm neutrals work best).

Mid-Century Modern

The name says it all. This design takes elements of the mid 20th century and enhances them with modern elements. The architectural, furniture, and graphic design of the mid-twentieth century. This is characterized by geometric shapes, natural colors, and straight lines, as well as ornate bathroom fixtures. Freestanding tubs are often a popular feature of many modern designs.

Pretty and Simple

Your bathroom doesn’t have to be anything too unorthodox or wild. Simplicity often wins the race and people choose to keep it simple with a splash of modern. Neutral color schemes with grays and whites.

Today’s bathroom utilizes a lot of:

Modern light
Natural light
Simple light fixtures
Freestanding tubs

Build Your New Construction Homes With a Trusted Builder

As El Paso’s new construction home builder, Padilla Homes can help you design the bathroom of your dreams. Perhaps you want a modern feel but are not sure how to make it cohesive with the rest of your design ideas. We are here to help. With our many previous floor plans and 3D models, envisioning what an idea looks like is easy. We can work through your ideas until we get it right. Call us today and build your dream today.

Building Outside the Box: Custom Homes for the Modern Family

There is a lot of talk about custom homes. Everywhere you look a new custom home builder pops up out of nowhere claiming they have the magic formula for the perfect dream home. Of course, home building takes time and it’s why Padilla Homes has been in the business for more than thirty years. As the industry has changed and altered, we have changed with it; we’ve improved and enhanced our methods to meet the needs of the contemporary family. So why does custom matter in the 21st century?

When embarking on a custom home building experience, it is important to understand that the process is an important part of the end result. Your home’s longevity and performance will largely depend on the due diligence done during the planning and construction process.

Why the Padilla Homes Process Stands Out

The difference between our process and everyone else is the fact that prospective homeowners are meeting with the Vice President on a one-on-one basis. The vice president of the company has a background in engineering and will provide you with an initial and thorough consultation about what you are envisioning, how we can make it happen, and potential costs.

Experience Matters — Years of Building Put to the Test

The development phase of our building process calls forward hundreds of layouts and floor plans that we have used in the past. With our top-of-the-line technology, we can pull them up and show our clients 3-D models so they can get ideas of what they are looking for.

The Design Process — Hashing Out the Structural Details

This part of the custom build journey includes more conversations about structural aspects, layouts, design aspects and more. Working with an experienced in house designer allows you to really dig deep into every detail and possible choice that you have for your home.

Construction Process and Timeline — Erecting your Dream Home in Just a Few Months

Before a construction project can begin, the site must be prepared and readied for building. This phase of the construction process—though not often the sexiest phase— is essential for the rest of the foundation to be erected properly. So, as we begin work, our contractors prepare the building site.

As the building is ongoing, homeowners are invited for official walkthroughs and observations. This is where you get to see the actual building of your home come to life. You get to see the structural stage, electrical systems stage, and a final walk through and orientation.

The Benefits of Custom Builds — A Home That Lasts Through the Ages

Aside from the unmatched beauty and originality, a custom build carries with it plenty of benefits. Some of these include:

Energy efficiency
Top performance
Energy efficient appliances
Long-lasting foundations
Quality insulation and windows
Little maintenance expense to start off

The Padilla Homes Difference— Experience, Integrity, Efficiency

Our technological capabilities far exceed those of any local homeowners. Our ability to use technology to enhance the process and your ability to visualize your own layouts and design. Visit Padilla Homes for more information about how your home building experience can take you on the journey of a lifetime and build your forever home.

The Best Westside Neighborhoods In El Paso to Build Your Home

This here is a fast-paced-technology-driven world that often drives us to forget the splendor that lies before us in nature and the lands that surround us. Most people think of a desert as barren and dry land, but those that have experienced the wonders of the Southwest know that it is much more than that. There are incredible sites, mountains, people, and culture awaiting your new Padilla Home. We thought we’d take a look at some of the neighborhoods and communities where you can build your next dream home.

Although Padilla Homes can build anywhere or on your property, we also build around some communities in town.

Franklin Hills in El Paso

The Franklin Hills neighborhood is located in West in El Paso and at the edge of the Franklin Mountain State Park. It is a growing and burgeoning community with hundreds of newly built and beautiful homes and plenty of amenities that are likely to suit any and every lifestyle. Whether you have a growing family or are a young couple looking to start your first home, we are here to make sure to build it the way you want it.

The Franklin Hills neighborhood is located within the El Paso Public School District, which houses some of the city’s best public schools. If you have younger children, you can count on them getting a fine education. There are also several Charter schools within the area and a Montessori Academy.

The Westside of El Paso is also seeing fast development and emerging shopping centers, businesses, restaurants, and amusement parks. The West Towne Marketplace is seeing a lot of business as they open popular retailers and stores in one shopping area. At the same time, the Outlet Mall of El Paso also sees plenty of traffic as well-known retailers and stores offer shoppers plenty of choices.

Enchanted Hills Neighborhood

This lovely neighborhood is in the same vicinity as above and located in far west El Paso near I-10 and Loop 375. They enjoy the same vistas as above with the wonderful Franklin Mountains nearby and the many trails and outdoor life it has to offer. At the same time, the neighborhood is close to all the shopping and schools that you could need.

Today, El Paso is seeing a great growth spurt and a lot of development and new infrastructure. This means there are so many options on living a healthy and productive life in the great Sun City. This extends far beyond the west side, of course. Padilla Homes is part of this great expansion by building beautiful unique luxury homes.