People are doing more research at the library or trade shows to find what they like. A coffeepot steams nearby while you shave or a television blares while you brush your teeth. No, you're in your own bathroom. Designers are accommodating the desires for more natural light and space, plant ledges and flexibility for future modifications. Early trends like carpet in these master baths have now given way to more tile floors.
People seem to want more electric lights, better ventilation and sitting space.
In order to give Joe Homeowner that dream bathroom, designers can give long lists of the products available, which are abundant and have better quality, and assorted designs and colors.