Award winning home hits market in Bellaire

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From its sleek lines to its wide open spaces, this modern award-winning home could be yours if the price is right.

4931 Willow Street has everything you could want in a home and more. The 5,671 square foot, five bedroom, six full and one-half bath home features an open concept feel, perfect for the person looking for all the bells and whistles, to the family looking for a home to grow into.

The wide open entry with an office to the left and serving bar directly ahead makes this the perfect space for entertaining. Just past the bar is an incredible kitchen with all custom appliances and opens up to a large living area.

Just beyond the kitchen to the left is a hidden media room and to the right your own outdoor patio with summer kitchen and fire place. The back yard even has space to put in a pool if you would like.

All the bedrooms are upstairs including the master suite which has its own balcony overlooking the front yard. The master bath models the rest of the home with a large seamless glass shower with multiple shower heads, dual sinks with sitting area in the middle and stand alone soaking tub, perfect for relaxing after a long day at the office.

The master closet has all the extras including built-ins and plenty of space to store all your fabulous clothes.

All of this luxury will run you $2,298,000.

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Making fitness spaces functional and friendly

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By MarthaFitAt55

I started swimming again last week. The new recreation centre finally opened in my neighbourhood and after three swims, I’m hooked.

I like swimming and was lucky to have a mom who believed we should all know how to swim, given we live on an island and have inland areas dotted extensively with ponds and lakes.

So I can swim and like it, but I didn’t always get to a pool because it was not a simple thing for me to manage.

Most of the time it was because the change rooms were poorly designed. There was no space to hang your towels while you showered so everything got wet. Or the lockers were too far away and you dripped water coming and going post swim.

Or the spaces were too small and there was too many people to manage the washing, dressing, drying etc. Or the spaces catered too much to people who fit more culturally accepted norms for body types and sizes.

The new pool is a dream come true. Surrounded by windows, the pool centre is bright and airy and features a splash pad, a physio area, and a hot tub and water walking combo.

But what really makes this place special for me is that it’s obvious people put thought into the planning the change areas and the details to make the space functional.

Each area has a dedicated change cubicle and a shower cubicle that is wheel chair accessible. Regardless of the label, the showers in all the cubicles work on a push button mechanism. No twisting and no turning. The soap dispensers have a lever you push. The temperature is also set so you neither freeze nor boil.

As you approach the pool area, the pre-swim showers also operate with a simple push button. You can either use a set of wide steps or a ramp to get in the pool. If you use a wheelchair, there’s also a lift.

So it’s obvious that universal design principles have been built in. But there are other things here that make the space accessible in ways other places do not.

The pool centre has made the women’s change area three times larger than the men’s. There are gender neutral bathrooms on the outside of the gender defined change areas.

Unlike other pool centres I have been to, everyone has space they can use as they need. The private cubicles can hold at least two people so if you had a child, you could manage to corral child(ren), wash and dress all in a contained area.

In fact, the only open areas are for hair drying/combing.. Whatever your reason, if you needed a private space to change, wash, and get dressed, you have one. Some people, regardless of gender, are comfortable in open change spaces. Others are not. The new pool centre meets those needs and then some.

What I can tell you is that I have seen more senior women and more women with diverse body shapes/ sizes, etc in the pool than anywhere else I have been. By building in functionality, privacy and comfort, more doors are open for accessibility and for inclusion.

I’m interested in hearing if these sorts of things matter for you and what does it look like. And not just pools. I know gyms are also looking at how they can be inclusive and respectful of all kinds of needs. My training space for example has wide doors, a street level entrance and extra large bathrooms that can hold a wheel chair or a walker. Please share in the comments. I look forward to hearing from you!

— Martha is delighted to be back in the water and her hips and knees love it too.

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45 Modern Bathroom Interior Design Ideas

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Welcome to our gallery showcasing an extensive collection of modern bathroom interior ideas.

The wide range of styles and materials featured here grant us a glimpse of the possibilities available when designing a modern bathroom.

They show us that convenience and function does not have to be sacrificed for style and comfort.

In fact, the best of these designs manage to inextricably link function and form in a manner than enhances both sides of the coin.

Within this collection, you’ll see certain materials making an appearance in dozens of fresh guises.

Beige tiling can seem like an overly common element until you realize the extreme variation that creative design can produce.

Stained wood cabinetry and wall paneling can evoke everything from traditional styling to the height of modern aesthetics.

Glass is perhaps the most innovative and varied material employed by these wide ranging bathrooms.

From curved glass shower enclosures to uniquely cut window panes to completely glass pedestal tubs, this material is never left wanting for fresh ideas.

Keep your eyes out for the truly novel designs, incorporating skylights, hidden water closets, striking tile patterns, and futuristic vanity constructs.

You’ll see ceiling-mounted, swivel mirrors, wall-cut shelving enclosures, faucets in a galaxy of shapes and mountings, innovative bathroom storage options and more.

These are but a few of the interesting stylistic twists incorporated into the beautiful bathrooms we’ve gathered for your pleasure and inspiration.

Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows." alt="Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Deep black tiles and stained wood cabinetry on the lower half of this bathroom contrast with the bright white wall tiles and ceiling on top. Lengthy mirror stands over dual vanity, with large soaking tub at far end, beneath a pair of windows.

Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure." alt="Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure." width="850" height="565" src="src" />

Warm natural wood cabinetry and large mirror frame livens up this beige tile bathroom, with two rectangular vessel sinks on the vanity, next to a large wall-wide glass shower enclosure.

Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet." alt="Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Muted tones inform this ultra-minimalist bathroom. Striking, all-glass free standing tub stands before a wall-size window, while floating white vanity hangs below a sliding mirror cabinet.

Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall." alt="Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Natural wood floating cabinetry hangs over tile flooring in this large, vaulted ceiling bathroom. White countertops pair with walls and ceiling, while immense glass framed shower holds the entire far wall.

natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room." alt="Sparkling mixture of bright marble and natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room." width="1024" height="681" src="src" />

Sparkling mixture of bright marble and natural wood tones throughout this lengthy bathroom. Dual vanity with marble backsplash over floating cabinetry places mirrors between lengths of window, while all glass shower takes up end of the room. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure." alt="Ultra-modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Ultra-modern bathroom features space age-look rounded white cabinetry with immense vessel sink, with rich wood paneling paired with beige tiling throughout. Pedestal tub is paired with all-glass shower enclosure.

cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space." alt="This cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

This cozy bathroom makes innovative and extensive use of small tiling throughout, with beige toned application surrounding the natural wood trim tub enclosure, while a curved red tile wall surrounds the shower space.

modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner." alt="Another ultra-modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Another ultra-modern bathroom replete with traditional materials in novel configurations: dark tile flooring and backsplash pair with glossy white panels throughout, while dark hardwood door features glass slats, and curved glass shower commands attention in the corner.

large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure." alt="Lavish, large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure." width="1024" height="768" src="src" />

Lavish, large open bathroom design features a free-standing vanity at center, with pivoting circular mirrors hung from the ceiling. Hardwood flooring anchors the light toned design, while patterned beige tile decorates the large glass shower enclosure. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows." alt="Modern bathroom wrapped in concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows." width="1000" height="657" src="src" />

Modern bathroom wrapped in concrete walls features a raised natural wood platform with lengthy jacuzzi tub, while central double vanity holds white vessel sinks next to a pair of floor to ceiling windows.

luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations." alt="Ultra-luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations." width="800" height="600" src="src" />

Ultra-luxurious bathroom wraps rich wood paneling around a marble floor, with grand circular soaking tub at center. Embedded floor lighting highlights the tub, while gas fireplace is flanked by four full vanity stations. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color." alt="Black floor tile contrasts with white countertop and large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color." width="1000" height="751" src="src" />

Black floor tile contrasts with white countertop and large soaking tub in this bathroom. Mosaic tile wall defines the space, while salmon toned ceiling adds splash of color.

features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions." alt="Perfect bathroom for two features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Perfect bathroom for two features light hardwood dual vanity cabinetry across from a large jacuzzi tub, with glass panels enclosing both shower and water closet functions.

Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry." alt="Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry." width="1024" height="683" src="src" />

Seaside bathroom features full height sliding glass patio access, with wall-mounted waterfall faucet above large soaking tub standing across a marble tile floor from immense dual vanity, wrapped in glossy white cabinetry. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls." alt="Striking, ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls." width="1000" height="737" src="src" />

Striking, ultra modern design bathroom features an array of unique elements, including rainbow-tiled jacuzzi tub surround, curved glass shower enclosure, and floating white semicircular vanity. Raised bath space is defined by curved tile ledge, while intricate gold-hardware and glass shelving hangs on walls.

White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black." alt="Here's a second angle on the prior bathroom. White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black." width="1000" height="479" src="src" />

Here’s a second angle on the prior bathroom. White water closet wall features built-in shelving with more rainbow tile, next to a blue smoked glass door framed in black.

Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack." alt="Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack." width="1000" height="703" src="src" />

Stone tile bathroom cuts a long, narrow path in this home. Floating dark wood and white panel vanity with dual vessel sinks stands below ceiling-level horizontal windows, while soaking tub fills the end of the space below a white drying rack.

Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower." alt="Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower." width="1000" height="666" src="src" />

Lush white wood panel walls and vanity sandwich granite countertops and rectangular vessel sinks, hanging over a floor comprised of dark stained hardwood and beige tile in the bath area. Pedestal tub sits below large windows, next to glass panel shower.

Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views." alt="Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views." width="1024" height="680" src="src" />

Massive bedroom suite opens into this modern bathroom featuring dark wood cabinetry and vanity with lower makeup space. Large pedestal tub stands before an array of full height windows with mountain views. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space." alt="Vaulted ceiling, beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Vaulted ceiling, beige tile bathroom features a luxurious layout, pairing a window seat bathtub with glass frame shower, dual marble topped vanities, and private water closet space.

Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite." alt="Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Rich beige soaked bathroom squeezes immense detail in a cozy space. Dark wood surrounds a lengthy tub and comprises the vanity cabinetry, while glass shower stands in corner beside sliding panel to bedroom suite.

private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center." alt="Taking the opposite view of the prior room, we see the private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Taking the opposite view of the prior room, we see the private water closet space around a corner at the far end, next to a marbled detail wall glowing at center.

vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end." alt="Ultra-modern bathroom under vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end." width="940" height="705" src="src" />

Ultra-modern bathroom under vaulted ceiling holds an intricate array of textures and materials. Large glass shower enclosure holds a pedestal tub, while carved and painted wood vanity holds pedestal sink at left. Mirroed tile coats the central wall and ceiling surfaces, while rich wood stairs and raised platform stand at far end. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window." alt="Marble wrapped bathroom stands muted blue cabinetry over rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Marble wrapped bathroom stands muted blue cabinetry over rich dark wood flooring. Dual vanity stands beneath full height mirror, while glass shower enclosure abuts a large jacuzzi tub beneath smoked glass window.

luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch." alt="Immense, luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Immense, luxurious bathroom spreads marble tiling beneath a white vaulted ceiling. Full height mirrors on two walls add visual space, while natural wood cabinetry adds a traditional touch.

Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space." alt="Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space." width="960" height="640" src="src" />

Modern white bathroom features an immense all-glass shower next to white pedestal tub, with natural light spilling through the nearly all-glass external wall, with views of a private patio space. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors." alt="Sprawling marble floor bathroom features full separate vanity and makeup stations, all in dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Sprawling marble floor bathroom features full separate vanity and makeup stations, all in dark stained wood cabinetry. Large mirror hangs on central marble shower enclosure with smoked glass doors.

Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner." alt="Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Dark brown tiles and matching wood cabinetry and bath enclosure pair with massive dual sink vanity surface in this beige bathroom. Wall tiles are interlaced with metal strips for detail, while large glass wall shower stands in corner.

Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry." alt="Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Warm beige tones permeate this cozy bathroom, with massive glass enclosed shower at center. Lengthy soaking tub beneath window is wrapped in dark wood paneling, matching the vanity cabinetry.

large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look." alt="Angled ceiling with a pair of skylights hangs over large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look." width="1000" height="667" src="src" />

Angled ceiling with a pair of skylights hangs over large free standing soaking tub wrapped in tile. Natural wood panels cut through white tile flooring for unique look.

Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure." alt="Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure." width="847" height="567" src="src" />

Cozy bathroom features rich textured walls, with dark copper tile backsplash and all-glass shower enclosure.

Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench." alt="Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench." width="850" height="565" src="src" />

Master bedroom suite opens from two angles toward this lush bathroom featuring rich wood trim over tile flooring. Large central glass wrapped shower holds brick tile walls and small wood bench.

Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing." alt="Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing." width="858" height="559" src="src" />

Warm beige marble flooring and walls wrap this bathroom, featuring floating dark wood vanity across from white pedestal tub, with glass shower stall in corner. Built-in wall coves are internally lit, with patterned tile backing.  See 32 more pictures of incredible bathrooms by many top designers.

Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite." alt="Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite." width="1000" height="675" src="src" />

Bright beige tones warm this open bathroom, surrounding a large oval pedestal tub and central all-glass shower. Small television is built into wall while chrome drying rack stands opposite.

tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery." alt="This bright, tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery." width="512" height="768" src="src" />

This bright, tropical themed bathroom holds a large ring-style chandelier over oblong pedestal tub, with open design shower in foreground surrounded by greenery. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left." alt="Bathroom with a patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left." width="1000" height="691" src="src" />

Bathroom with a patio connection features rich array of materials, from marble flooring, wall, and bath surround, to dark wood cabinetry below a glass topped, stone-filled vanity countertop. Vessel sinks stand under wall-mounted faucets, while gas fireplace hangs above bathtub at left.

open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout." alt="Light, open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout." width="849" height="565" src="src" />

Light, open design bathroom features a unique garden spa space, with vegetation surrounding a tub beneath lattice wood shelter, allowing sunlight and fresh air throughout.

Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood - from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets - and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space." alt="Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood - from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets - and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space." width="1000" height="680" src="src" />

Modern bathroom features a bold mixture of bright natural wood – from flooring tiles to floating vanity cabinets – and dark brown tile on all walls. Pedestal tub stands beneath a window at the end, while sliding door conceals water closet space.

airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout." alt="Bright, airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout." width="550" height="734" src="src" />

Bright, airy bathroom design features rich hardwood flooring, dark wood dual vanity, and white lengthy tub and glass shower enclosure. Full height windows allow for sunlight throughout. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views." alt="Tropical styled, open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views." width="851" height="564" src="src" />

Tropical styled, open bathroom holds a pair of discrete vanities in wood framed wall cutouts, while white pedestal tub stands before a massive wall-size window with ocean views.

natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall." alt="Unique styling informs this modern bathroom, with natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall." width="849" height="565" src="src" />

Unique styling informs this modern bathroom, with natural wood wall accent holding large mirror over a floating sink vanity. Pedestal tub at right stands on metal frame over wood plank base, before a detailed micro-tile wall.

Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across." alt="Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across." width="874" height="549" src="src" />

Modern minimalist design permeates this natural wood bathroom, with matching floor and wall panels and floating dual vanity. Immense jacuzzi tub stands at right, while wall mounted shelving and drying racks stand across.

open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window." alt="This open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window." width="900" height="675" src="src" />

This open design bedroom bathroom suite holds a striking mixture of blue and beige marble, wrapped in curved shapes dividing the spaces. Large tub is wrapped in blue marble as well, while floating natural wood cabinetry holds dual vanities in front of a large bay window. Source: Zillow Digs^TM

design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look." alt="Rich textures abound in this modern bathroom: beige tile on lower walls and floor paired with white chevron-design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look." width="1000" height="750" src="src" />

Rich textures abound in this modern bathroom: beige tile on lower walls and floor paired with white chevron-design upper walls, while floating wood cabinetry is topped by brown marble beneath a large vanity window. Glass shower and bathtub enclosures complete the look.

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Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort Opens

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Opening sets new standard of luxury for Sanya Island in China

February 02, 2015 // Franchising.com // CHICAGO – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort in Sanya on Hainan Island, China’s southernmost province widely known as "the Hawaii of China." The hotel marks the fifth Park Hyatt hotel in China, as well as the 35th Park Hyatt hotel in the world.

Situated on a stunning inlet and featuring a private lake and white-sand beach, Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort combines the luxury of privacy and exclusivity with accessibility, being a mere three mile drive from Yalong Bay, the island’s most popular tourist destination.

"We are delighted to introduce the Park Hyatt brand to Sanya," said David Udell, Group President, Asia Pacific, Hyatt Hotels Corporation. "This opening is a testament to our commitment to strategic, thoughtful and purposeful growth in China. The tourism and hospitality industry in Sanya has been booming in recent years, and we are proud that the Park Hyatt brand can be part of that growth. We look forward to welcoming travelers to our most premium brand, where we create sophisticated and enriching experiences."

"It is extremely exciting for us to open our doors in this incredibly unique location -- a place where our guests can enjoy privacy and exclusive access to our beautiful bay and beach overlooking some of the most breathtaking views in Sanya, all while remaining close to the vibrant Yalong Bay only minutes away," said Nicholas Lacey, General Manager, Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort. "Topped off with the elegantly designed spaces and personalized service that Park Hyatt hotels are known for, Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort will be a sanctuary for our many guests from around the world."

Design and Guestrooms

Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort was created by the award-winning Belgian architect, Jean-Michel Gathy of the renowned design-consultancy firm, Denniston. The strikingly modernist development comprises six standalone, arch-shaped buildings designed to allow chi, the traditional Chinese notion of energy, to flow unhindered between ocean and mountains. Set amid the lush landscape next to the beautiful Nan Hu Lake, the placement of every building and internal space has been carefully considered to maximize guests’ enjoyment of the breathtaking view. The six buildings are linked by wide walkways and are decorated with paintings and sculptures to create a tranquil and rarefied art-walk experience.

Designed to replicate the feeling of living in a private mansion by the sea, the sophisticated, elegant interiors are residential in style with a subtle Chinese sensibility. As in private homes, the spaces are wholly flexible. Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort features 207 luxurious guestrooms, including 26 suites and 17 villas. At almost 700 square feet, the standard rooms are among the largest on the island, and almost all of the guestrooms enjoy unadulterated views of the South China Sea.

Drinking and Dining

The ethos of the international culinary team at Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort is to offer a range of authentic Chinese and Western dishes that incorporate ingredients of the highest quality, sourced locally wherever possible. In keeping with the residential concept and ambience of a resort setting, guests are welcome to order from the menu or request bespoke dishes as relaxed and freely as they might do at home. The culinary team is primed to create unique and memorable dining experiences for guests, whether it is a champagne breakfast on the beach, a family barbecue in the villa, or a sunset supper on a yacht.

There are eight main drinking and dining venues: Dining Room, Cellar, Pool House, Pool Bar, Bath House, Library, Terrace and Tea House, following the notion of rooms within a large residence. At each establishment, guests can order from the menus of any of the other dining venues.

Dining Room is the main residential-style dining space offering Chinese cuisine focusing on seafood and steaks. Cellar is a cozy extension of the Dining Room, offering private dining in an intimate setting.

Next to Cellar, in a traditional Chinese-style building topped with ceramic-roof tiles, is Tea House. The impressive, light-filled space, featuring a mezzanine floor and a 30-foot high ceiling strung with myriad birdcages, will serve a premium selection of Chinese teas, an afternoon tea menu, and regional Chinese cuisine.

Guests can also enjoy Western and Chinese comfort food such as pizza, burgers or chilled noodles, either at Pool House, Pool Bar, or Bath House alongside the pools. Library and Terrace are also great choices for guests who want to relax and read a good book – or take in the ocean views – while sipping on a cold drink or a premium cocktail.

Meetings and Events

Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort aims to be the most desirable, upscale event venue in Hainan. The hotel features eight unique, residential-style event venues, ranging from 450 square feet to over 3,600 square feet. All venues feature an abundance of natural light, outdoor terraces and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and lighting.

Chamber is the largest indoor event space, measuring just over 3,600 square feet and comprising three separate spaces: a reception area, an open kitchen and a main dining area. Equally unique is Gallery, a long, 3,100 square foot space with paintings and sculptures decorating both sides to resemble an art gallery. The Salons are perfect for smaller, more intimate events. The almost 1,700 square foot Grand Salon with its 36-foot ceiling height and walls lined with wooden lattice, is an ideal venue for a wedding or gala dinner. The 6,500 square foot lawn in front of Pool House is ideal for atmospheric outdoor events.

Recreation and Activities

The recreation team has spent years researching and testing activities to offer guests the most unique and memorable activities during their time at Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort. Five separate pools – a 375 square foot pool, a children’s pool, a family pool, a spa pool and an indoor pool – are available to suit all types of swimmers. While at Camp Hyatt, kids and young adults will be both entertained and educated with activities like cooking classes and eco-activities by availing themselves of the latest toys and video games or simply by reading or resting in the "silent room."

With a focus on local culture, as well as marine and environmental education, the resort offers myriad outdoor activity options for all ages, include hiking, golfing and stargazing, along with tours to nearby attractions such as Butterfly Valley, Nanshan Temple, Yazhou Ancient City and the Ganzaling Nature Reserve. Water sports enthusiasts will be thrilled with Baifu (Fortune) Bay – a private bay right next to Sunny Bay – renowned for offering some of the best diving conditions in China, as well as being an ideal spot for boating and kayaking.

The Spa at Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort is due to open in late 2015. Located by the lake and accessed by buggy, the spacious, light-filled spa will be built in a traditional Chinese style and will feature a main, two-story building and eight freestanding villas around an open-air courtyard. The semi open-air villas will each include a couple’s treatment room, a private foot treatment room, a freestanding tub, a shower, a walk-in wardrobe and an oversized daybed. Meanwhile, the main spa building will feature four additional treatment rooms; three foot-treatment rooms, a TCM consultancy chamber and a lounge on the first floor. The floor below features a gym, a yoga studio and an outdoor infinity pool. Benefit-driven treatments will be carefully conceived to incorporate proven traditional Chinese practices, as well as the very latest in international spa techniques.

For more information on Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort, please visit the hotel’s website.

About Park Hyatt

Park Hyatt hotels provide discerning, affluent business and leisure guests with elegant and luxurious accommodation and offers them highly attentive personal service in an intimate environment. Located in several of the world's premier destinations, each Park Hyatt hotel is custom designed to combine sophistication with a distinctive regional character. Park Hyatt hotels feature well-appointed guestrooms, meeting and special event space for groups, critically acclaimed art, food and beverage programs, and signature restaurants featuring award-winning chefs.

There are currently 35 Park Hyatt hotels in the following locations: Abu Dhabi, Beaver Creek, Beijing, Buenos Aires, Busan, Canberra, Carlsbad, Changbaishan, Chennai, Chicago, Dubai, Goa, Hamburg, Hyderabad, Istanbul, Jeddah, Maldives, Melbourne, Mendoza, Milan, Moscow, New York, Ningbo, Paris, Saigon, Sanya Sunny Bay, Seoul, Shanghai, Siem Reap, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto, Vienna, Washington D.C., and Zurich. www.parkhyatt.com.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company’s subsidiaries develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties, including under the Hyatt, Park Hyatt, Andaz, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Hyatt Zilara, Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Residences and Hyatt Residence Club brand names and have locations on six continents. As of September 30, 2014, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 573 properties in 48 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

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SOURCE Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Contacts:

Lillian Zhang
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts – China
+86 10 5928 1234
lillian.zhang@hyatt.com

Jamie Rothfeld
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts – Corporate
+1 312 780 6070
jamie.rothfeld@hyatt.com

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