Watermark Blog

August 12th, 2019

26 Instagram-Worthy High-End Bathroom Design Ideas

Your bathroom should be a retreat, a respite from the day, where you can recharge and rejuvenate. Does yours make the cut?

July 29th, 2019

24 Instagram-Worthy Luxury Kitchen Design Ideas

Dying to make your own kitchen Instagram-worthy? We’ve curated 24 luxury kitchen design ideas fit for Instagram, all highlighting our Watermark Designs fixtures which act as either a perfect accent or as the star of the show.

July 18th, 2019

Working to Deliver Fresh Water to Schools Across the World

Watering Minds is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping bring clean, safe water to schools across the globe, and Watermark Designs is so proud to partner with them.

July 15th, 2019

How Watermark Creates an Antique Finish

All designers want results that stand out, but with a look that will stand the test of time. Despite evolving trends, an antique finish is still one of the most popular design finishes used in projects today.

July 1st, 2019

The Benefits of Adding a Steam Shower to Your Bathroom Design

As the demand for luxury and spa bathrooms continues to grow, it’s important to keep options open for homeowners. For clients with limited space, steam showers can be a viable (and cost-effective) alternative to both jetted tubs and performance showers.

June 28th, 2019

Watermark Designs’ President Avi Abel Interviewed on Smarter Building Materials Marketing Podcast

Avi Abel, President of Watermark Designs, was recently interviewed on the Smarter Building Materials Marketing podcast where he talked about how Watermark has made the jump from commodity to a sought-after brand.

June 21st, 2019

Watermark Participates in 2019 Spring One Room Challenge

Watermark is pleased to announce their participation in the 2019 Spring One Room Challenge, a biannual challenge aimed at providing participants with a supportive, enthusiastic forum in which to share the process of transforming a room and to be a celebration of creativity, inspiration and original ideas.

June 17th, 2019

18 Powder Room Design Ideas: From Edgy to Traditional, Inspiration for All Styles

A powder room or half bath – which consists of a toilet and a sink – provides a great opportunity to pack tons of style into a small space. Dream big and give your guests a treat with a beautiful powder room design.

June 10th, 2019

We Went to ICFF 2019: Trends and Takeaways

Held at the Javits Center in NYC, the 2019 ICFF show was a huge success. We are so excited by what we saw premiered at ICFF this year, and we can’t wait to see how these trends play out in the industry, not only this year but in years to come.

June 3rd, 2019

15 Modern Wall-Mounted Faucet Design Ideas to Complete Your Bathroom

If you’re looking to add a modern touch to your master bath, guest bath or half bath, a wall-mounted faucet can lend an upscale, streamlined look to your vanity.

May 17th, 2019

Watermark to Release New Product Lines at ICFF 2019

Watermark Designs is pleased to be attending ICFF 2019 from May 19 - 22. This year, Watermark will be showcasing five new products, plus updates to four existing product collections.

May 15th, 2019

Design That Speaks for Itself: Two New Watermark Collections

To help designers take their projects to the next level, Watermark Designs has released two new collections: the Rainey and the Lily. Working with engineers and utilizing new machining techniques, Watermark is helping their clients stay ahead of current trends and fads, creating spaces that will last a lifetime.

May 6th, 2019

New Product Deep Dive: Automatic Faucets

Our new automatic faucet option gives users the convenience of automatic faucet control, while also offering access to the complete range of Watermark’s luxury kitchen and bathroom faucets. Nearly all of our deck- and wall-mounted faucets can be turned into an automatic faucet during installation.

April 29th, 2019

8 Decorative Shower Heads You’ll Love

The shower head may not be the biggest addition to your bathroom design, but it is one of the most important. Shower heads are integral to every full bathroom, whether you have a traditional shower head, a handheld shower or a rain shower head. And while all shower heads serve the same purpose, they can come in a range of styles.

April 22nd, 2019

Watermark’s Outstanding Designer Series: Rob Diaz

What makes a designer great? What makes clients pay upwards of $1,300 per square foot for a home? Just ask Rob Diaz, owner of The Rob Diaz Group and partner of Peter Lorimer Group Estates, Inc.

April 15th, 2019

The Watermark Mini Thermostatic Valve

Mini Thermostatic Valves are not only functional, but will enhance the flow of the room, without interruption from large, clunky fixtures

April 1st, 2019

Watermark Announces New Product Line

Watermark Designs is excited to announce a new product line, available later this month. The Total Eclipse of the Arc is a beautiful, 80s glam themed faucet line with several innovative new features.

March 29th, 2019

Shower Drain Options for Your Designer Bathroom

Shower drains are a detail that often gets overlooked in a bathroom project, but they can act as an opportunity to provide that something extra, elevating the look and feel of a space with added craftsmanship and customization.

March 18th, 2019

Add Character to Your Bathroom With Rustic Faucets

For bathrooms that need something off the beaten path or where the designer is looking for something truly unique, a rustic-style faucet can be the perfect accessory. Rustic faucets have character, dimension and interest totally apart from their function.

March 11th, 2019

13 Upscale Faucets for Kitchen Inspiration

Kitchen faucets of the past were utilitarian. Faucets today come in a vast array of styles and finishes allowing designers artistic flexibility.

March 4th, 2019

Doing It Right: Designing With Color and Patterns

A bathroom is often the smallest room in your house, but it doesn’t have to be the plainest. You can utilize bright colors and interesting patterns to make a memorable design, but it can be tricky to do.

February 27th, 2019

Watermark Designs Unveils New Website

Watermark Designs, headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, recently unveiled their new website featuring the same aesthetic that embodies their designs: bold, creative and incredibly beautiful.

February 25th, 2019

How to Make a Big Statement in a Small Bathroom

With a little creativity and some carefully-chosen elements, you can transform a tiny bathroom into a beautifully designed masterpiece.

February 21st, 2019

Building a Sustainable Container Home With an Award-Winning Design

Learn how Watermark worked with Stone’s Throw Builders and Fredman Design Group to help homeowners design their dream home, down to the last design detail.

February 18th, 2019

Create Your Dream Vintage Bathroom

Exposed pipe tub and shower fillers, stylish faucets and sink fixtures fit perfectly into the vintage aesthetic. Combine them, and they can help you complete the vintage bathroom look you've always wanted.

February 12th, 2019

Top 7 Bathroom Design Trends for 2019

Bathroom trends are constantly moving toward that perfect mix of form and function. These seven bathroom trends for 2019 show that balance off to perfection.

February 11th, 2019

Details We Adore: 6 Luxury Bathroom Designs

These luxury designs will give you the inspiration you need to finally pull the trigger on the bathroom you’ve always wanted.

February 4th, 2019

Jack London Kitchen & Bath Brings Showrooms to Another Level

Jack London Kitchen & Bath Brings Showrooms to Another Level

February 4th, 2019

13 Contemporary Bathroom Faucet Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation

Finding a bathroom faucet that will match your décor or personal style may seem daunting, but don’t worry! Watermark Designs has been pairing individuals with the perfect fittings for decades!

January 31st, 2019

Down to the Last Detail: How Grab Bars Can Elevate Bathroom Design

Using a designer grab bar helps complete the look of the room, while still adding the function and accessibility that your clients need.

January 28th, 2019

6 Steps to a Perfect Home Spa Retreat

Imagine a spa designed around your needs, open 24/7, that can fit you in at a moment’s notice, and is just steps away from your bedroom. When something as standard as a bathroom is transformed into a luxury spa retreat, you get all that and more.

January 21st, 2019

5 Unique Split-Finish Bathroom Faucets

Split finishes for faucets and other hardware isn’t new, but the trend has begun to grow in the last few years. A split finish allows you to introduce more than one color into the color palette of a space for a versatile and dynamic style.

January 11th, 2019

How Watermark Makes Every Installation Easier

From missing parts to measurements that are slightly off, there’s a lot of potential for delays in a project. Working with the right manufacturer can help to guarantee the success of your project.

December 6th, 2018

8 Industrial Bathroom Design Ideas for Your Space

The key to making industrial really work in any home is extending it to every inch of the room. This includes the decor and the fittings that go into it.

November 14th, 2018

How INC Architecture & Design Elevated Brooklyn’s “Contemporary Identity”

Watermark worked with INC Architecture & Design to integrate Brooklyn's contemporary identity with the waterfront's historic, hardworking roots.

November 12th, 2018

Watermark Designs Names Kelly DeSola National Sales and Customer Service Manager

Watermark Designs is pleased to announce that Kelly DeSola has been promoted to the role of National Sales and Customer Service Manager

November 7th, 2018

Be Original: The Significance of Authentic Faucet Design

Watermark Designs is so committed to original, elegant design that they partnered with Be Original Americas, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting and celebrating original design creations.

October 31st, 2018

How The Sutton Brought its Modern Vintage Look Inside

Watermark Designs worked with INC Architecture and Design to help create the Sutton Place neighborhood's blend of modern design and vintage architecture.

October 1st, 2018

Brooklyn-Based Watermark Designs Pivots to Meet Designer Demand

By editing down the number of finishes it offers, Watermark Designs will be able to offer shorter lead times and improve on its already stellar customer service.

September 27th, 2018

Watermark Designs Joins the SSA Design Center to Support Atlanta A&D Community

Watermark Designs is thrilled to be a part of Stover Sales & Associates’ newest launch: the SSA Design Center.

September 20th, 2018

Watermark Designs Now Offers Expedited Ordering

Due to continued investments over the past two years, Watermark has lowered their lead times substantially.