Remodeling is on the rise in 2015 as more and more homeowners are taking the steps to improve one, if not several, spaces in their homes. Careful planning, sticking to a budget and enlisting the help of an interior design, architect and/or remodeling professional will ensure a successful end result. If you are considering embarking on a remodeling project, we want you to be inspired. This special before-and-after section highlights innovation and clever design at its finest.

For our September Before/After issue, we asked local designers and builders if high ceilings are here to stay. Here’s what the professionals had to say.

Classic
“Classic. I don't think 8-foot ceilings will ever be a craze again. I do believe 9-foot ceilings will continue to be classic, mainly considering budget. If the budget can warrant the 10-foot to 12-foot ceiling, I feel they will always be the choice.” Pamela Calvert, Creative Director, ASID.

If you have limited space in the bath, a pedestal sink is an ideal option. The freestanding sinks come in a wide variety of styles and materials for a sleek design statement.

Veneto pedestal sink, by Stone Forest, available at Immerse by ATLAS, Henry Plumbing Kitchen & Bath Galleries and Ferguson.

Create depth and visual interest in your bathroom with geometric tiles.

one: Entourage felicity in vintage mint, by American Olean, available at The Gallery at ISC Surfaces.

two: Devotion lotus in transcend blend, by Oceanside Glasstile, available at The Gallery at ISC Surfaces.

three: Cento "H" of Euro Collection, available at Trends in Tile.

SLHL:  What are the latest trends in bathroom design?
Jennifer: No longer are bathrooms strictly utilitarian, but rather a place of luxury and convenience. Custom showers with steam, body sprays and rain heads have taken the place of the Whirlpool bath. Freestanding tubs, heated floors and crazy, fun new tile designs are the latest trends I see.

Surveying the landscape from his spectacular terrace, the owner of this high-rise condominium in Park East Tower quips, “It’s like having the ultimate model train set. Looking down, you can see everything in miniature.” Behind him, a fountain burbles softly and sunlight sparkles on the surface of his swimming pool… yes, a private pool, hundreds of feet in the air!