| Mass bathing is not exactly the modern idea of | | | | Create seclusion by decorating with potted plants |
| fun. Why then should you consider implementing | | | | of all sizes. This technique will truly make you feel |
| the Greek and Roman traditional bath houses into | | | | as if you are in an outdoor bath house. Next use |
| your home? The aesthetic appeal provided by this | | | | soft white linens for any curtains that may be |
| design is just one reason. Another reason is the | | | | necessary. Make sure these are loose and flowing. |
| ultimate relaxation that will come from the added | | | | A design like this will be relaxing and adds a natural |
| space and beautiful décor. Swimming pools | | | | feel to the room. |
| are not a plausible feature for every private | | | | To add a bit of color, use an area rug. Traditional |
| residence, so consider turning your bathroom into | | | | Greek and Roman patterns can be found in a local |
| a traditional Mediterranean Thermae. To design a | | | | rug shop. This will strengthen your theme while |
| bathroom fit for the noblest Roman Emperor just | | | | adding comfort and color. Your rug should contain |
| follow these simple steps. | | | | the colors of both the plants used in the room as |
| Begin by adding space to your bathroom. My | | | | well as any decorative items. |
| suggestion is to open up your bathroom by adding | | | | For décor I suggest urns and decorative |
| an attached sun room. Be sure that your | | | | bottles. These items will be dual purpose. Use the |
| bathroom has ample protection from view by | | | | urns to hold plants or towels and other bathroom |
| using one way glass. Also be sure the widows are | | | | necessities. The bottles will look even more |
| well insulated. Install an oversized garden tub in | | | | decorative when filled with bath salts or oils. To |
| this open area. Be sure that your flooring and | | | | prevent clutter group these in design clusters in |
| fixtures are marble done in classic Roman cuts. | | | | the corners of the rooms or around the walls and |
| There is no need to have these highly polished | | | | columns. |
| remember your theme and choose pieces that | | | | While you may not practice the mass bathing |
| will look age worn. Consider adding columns that | | | | common in the Greek or Roman Thermae (bath |
| open to add both ambiance and storage. For | | | | houses), you will appreciate the elegance and |
| faucets and handles use copper implements. This | | | | romance that installing your own miniature bath |
| uncommon metal will cost less than the common | | | | house will bring to your life. The oversized garden |
| golden fixtures, while adding just as much color | | | | tub can be enjoyed by one or even two. The |
| and being theme appropriate. Install these during | | | | functional and beautiful décor will make |
| your construction phase so that other accessories | | | | your style the envy of all your friends and family. |
| chosen later are sure to match. Once construction | | | | Unusual fixtures will add to the distinction of your |
| and installation is complete you may begin to | | | | design. This room will be the perfect definition of |
| select accessories. | | | | originality. |