Vegetable Nirvana

Tubs make way for both wet room designs and for aging in place Design adapting to lifestyle Aging homeowners and millennials entering the housing market are removing bathtubs, but for different reasons. That’s one of the predictions for bathroom design from a survey of over 700 designers, architects, contractors, and showroom managers. And all the findings are in the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s latest annual report. Sweeten has seen these same design decisions from renovating homeowners. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors , offering advice, support, and secure payments—for free. An all-in-one bathroom Millennial renovators are removing bathtubs to increase the size of their showers. Spa amenities such as steam showers and multiple showerheads are in demand.  ( Above ) Sweeten homeowners Ylia and...

A family decides on two-toned kitchen cabinets and whether wallpaper in the bathroom is a good idea Homeowners: Allison, a project manager, and Tim, a professional in the solar industry, posted their project on Sweeten Where: Kips Bay neighborhood in Manhattan, New York Primary renovation: Kitchen and bathroom in their 1960s complex designed by architect I.M. Pei Sweeten general contractor Homeowner’s quote: “ It would have taken us a ton of time vetting contractors on our own if we hadn’t used Sweeten. They made it easier to communicate with the ones who were actually interested in a project my size and provide competitive bids.” Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors , offering advice, support, and secure deposits—at no cost to the homeowner. Written in partnership with homeowner Allison. “After” photos by Kate Glicksberg. A renovation date...