Watermark Blog

March 4th, 2021

Designer Spotlight: Sara Simon

Designer Sara Simon has been in the business for several years now. After creating beautiful interiors in multi-million dollar homes and coworking spaces, Sara knows a thing or two about how to make any interior style last for the long run.

February 25th, 2021

9 Unique Industrial Style Bathroom Taps

When it comes to industrial style, "functionality trumps all," and with a minimalist and streamlined aesthetic, industrial style bathroom taps are the perfect addition to your bathroom.

February 18th, 2021

2021 Bathroom Trends: Breathe New Life Into Your Bath Space

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Bathroom styles can range from classic to modern to transitional. There are a few ways to breathe new life into any bathroom design ideas: working with new finishes, pulling ideas from nature and combining modern and traditional details are just a few trends we’re excited to see making a splash this year. Here are a few ways to make those ideas work.

February 9th, 2021

15 Wall Mount Faucet Designs for Your Home

These 15 wall mount faucet designs will inspire you to incorporate one into your next project.

January 20th, 2021

Blending Modern With Traditional: 6 Transitional Finishes to Breathe New Life Into Your Style

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One of the hottest trends, and one that is here to stay, is mixing modern and traditional. Infusing traditional with a splash of modern can take an older design to new heights.

January 7th, 2021

Top 29 Kitchen Design Trends for 2021

When you’re ready to design your kitchen, these top 29 kitchen design trends will give you all the inspiration you need.

December 18th, 2020

14 Beautiful Faucet Finishes to Consider For Your Space

A faucet’s finish can make the faucet a standout feature or guide the design’s aesthetic. If you’re looking for inspiration, look no further than these 14 faucet finishes and design ideas.

December 15th, 2020

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.

December 8th, 2020

Watermark Ripple: Community Support During a Crisis

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Watermark Designs has worked for nearly 50 years to support the architecture and design community, especially in Brooklyn. To address the industry’s skilled labor shortage and provide opportunities for the Brooklyn community, Watermark Designs established Ripple, its nonprofit program, in partnership with several local economic development organizations.

November 20th, 2020

A Look at Different Types of Showerheads

The best showerheads make a statement in the bathroom. Explore a wide range of showerhead styles and finishes to find the perfect fit for your bathroom.

November 12th, 2020

Dealer Spotlight: Ultra Design Center

2020 brought significant shifts for the construction and home improvement industries. According to Travis Bland, Sale Manager for Ultra Design Center, 2020 has been a wild ride, "but a good wild ride." We circled up with Travis to discuss how Ultra’s Design Center’s showroom and customers have been affected by the pandemic and what they’re doing to keep their business healthy and growing.

September 30th, 2020

Watermark Designer Spotlight: Idan Naor

Brooklyn-based designer and architect Idan Naor goes out of his way to find inspiration in the everyday. To bring that inspiration into his design projects, Idan and his team at Idan Naor Workshop have created dozens of successful, endlessly stylish residential and commercial spaces for the last ten years. For this Designer Spotlight, we’re showcasing Idan Naor’s approach to carefully designed spaces and thoughtful functionality.

September 21st, 2020

Upgrade Your Kitchen With a Touchless Kitchen Faucet

As technology has advanced and become more accessible, touchless faucets have become a facet of everyday life. They have even made their way into residential kitchens, and the magic once reserved for commercial bathrooms is now available at home.

August 31st, 2020

12 Unique Bathroom Faucet Handle Designs

Homeowners are choosing unique faucets, bathtubs and sinks to create their dream relaxation space. What could possibly tie these pieces all together in one cohesive theme? The answer is faucet handles.

August 20th, 2020

The Best Faucet for Each Enneagram Type

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We love creative bathroom design ideas and personality tests. That’s why we’ve put together this list with our choices of which Watermark faucets are best for each Enneagram type. What do you think of your type’s faucet?

August 3rd, 2020

Designer Spotlight: Redefining Elegance With Ford Interiors

Christina Shackleford with Ford Interiors is no stranger to elegant and high-end home construction. She’s been designing luxury spaces in southern Florida for more than 15 years now. In this Designer Spotlight series, Watermark Designs spoke with Christina about how elegance is achievable in any home, as long as you have the right details in place.

July 28th, 2020

What to Do If Your Watermark Faucet Gets Damaged

Despite all the care in the world, uncontrollable and unforeseen things can happen, leading to repairs or replacements and leaving us wondering, “what to do if my faucet gets damaged?” Rest assured, there’s a solution.

July 16th, 2020

Farmhouse Kitchen Faucets: 9 Faucets to Complete Your Farmhouse Look

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If you’re looking for farmhouse inspiration, look no further than these nine kitchen faucets to complete your farmhouse look.

July 8th, 2020

Thermostatic Shower Valve Buying Guide | Pressure Balance vs. Thermostatic Shower Valves

Shower valves now have the capability to balance temperature and pressure, allowing you to enjoy your shower in temperature-controlled comfort.

June 16th, 2020

How to Style Your Bathroom to Match Your Client’s Ideal Aesthetic

Besides bedrooms, bathrooms seem to be the most intimate rooms in a home. It’s a place where homeowners can go at the end of a long day to wash away stress and worry. That’s why it’s so important to spend time and thought when contemplating a bathroom remodel: What aesthetic feels most authentic to you or your client?

June 1st, 2020

15 Bathroom Fixtures to Complete Your Design

Bathrooms are quickly becoming the go-to spot in the home where you can put your own, unique design stamp. A far cry from traditional white porcelain sinks and tubs, and stainless steel faucets and fixtures, modern bathrooms are utilizing a variety of textures, materials and design features that create truly one-of-a-kind spaces, deserving of their very own spotlight.

May 14th, 2020

8 Incredible Kitchen Designs That Incorporate Wall-Mounted Pot Fillers

Wall-mounted pot fillers are the ultimate in kitchen convenience. Generally mounted above the stove, they allow you to fill pots as they sit on the burner rather than having to fill the pot at the sink and then carry it (full and splashing) to the stove. A wall-mounted pot filler faucet creates needed convenience in the kitchen, but it can also make a powerful design statement, taking your kitchen from ho-hum to sophisticated and efficient.

April 21st, 2020

Floor-Mounted Bathtub Faucets: The Perfect Addition to a Freestanding Tub

Bathrooms have become much more than a room with a shower or tub and a toilet. In a world that now encourages and prioritizes self-care, they represent a place to retreat into serenity and escape the fast pace of the day. With the ability to be customized to every taste, style and design aesthetic, bathrooms and bathroom fixtures create an area of the home where stress can’t enter and anxiety isn’t welcome.

April 20th, 2020

12 Uncommon Bathroom Designs That Will Make You Look Twice

The most desirable bathroom is a place homeowners want to show with pride while still keeping the serene nature of their unique space. But how do you create a bathroom that stands out? Thankfully, there is a wealth of bathroom designs available to get inspired. From the extraordinary to the unconventional, we’ve got you covered. Check out these 12 uncommon bathroom designs that are sure to make you look twice!

April 17th, 2020

Our 16 Favorite Uses of Watermark Faucets

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Faucets don’t have to be just faucets. When it comes to bathroom and kitchen design, the right faucet can really ramp up a look. And with so many options to choose from, between mixing textures to mixing colors, the possibilities are endless.

April 7th, 2020

Complete Your Look With Unique Copper Bathroom Fixtures

Modern flair meets rustic charm in the form of copper bathroom fixtures. Copper faucets have the advantage of coming in a variety of finishes from antique to shiny, and while definitely trending, they have remained a time-tested way to add a unique touch to almost any bathroom design. Their versatility means that they perfectly complement a wide variety of bathroom styles.

March 31st, 2020

10 Industrial Style Kitchen Faucets to Stir Up Inspiration

Industrial style is close to our hearts here at Watermark, and nobody does industrial fixtures better than us. After all, our faucets are designed and built-in Brooklyn, a historic industrial center. From contemporary to transitional, industrial style kitchen faucets can look right at home in a variety of designs — the opportunities are endless!

March 24th, 2020

Why the Most Upscale Hotels Choose Elite Plumbing Fixtures

When you enter a luxury hotel, ready for a weekend of relaxation or focused on the business trip ahead, it’s unlikely that you’re thinking about the bathroom faucets. But, luckily for you, the designers were.

March 10th, 2020

9 Split Faucet Finish Combos That Say Wow

Choosing the right accents for a bathroom or kitchen makes all the difference in the final design. Faucets can elevate the look of a bathroom or kitchen, highlighting the overall design and creating a space you can be proud of. But if you want to take your design to the next level, you should consider a split finish look. These two-toned, or two-material, looks can add visual interest to any room.

February 25th, 2020

Go for Gold: 15 Ideas for Standout Gold and Brass Finish Bathroom Faucets

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Looking to give your bathroom a makeover? Consider today’s hottest finish — gold — to modernize your bathroom’s design. From faucets to showerheads to shower drains, gold hardware will warm up your space and provide that designer touch that’s sure to wow.

February 11th, 2020

7 Bathroom Ideas to Bring Your Client’s Bathroom Into 2020

One of the most popular updates clients want in their homes is a bathroom remodel. The right bathroom updates can bring the room beautifully into the new decade and increase property values at the same time. With the right design tools and inspiration, designers will be able to create the bathroom of their client’s dreams.

January 28th, 2020

Designer Spotlight: Tyler Del Vento

At Watermark, we’re proud of our innovative and customizable designs, but we’re also humble enough to admit we’d get nowhere without the designers who love our products just as much as we do. We thought we’d shine the spotlight on one such designer, Tyler Del Vento, to talk about what inspires her, where she sees residential interior design going and how Watermark fits into her vision.

January 6th, 2020

Designer Spotlight: Creating Style + Impact with INC

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Traditional style elements are popular in residential design, which poses a challenge for architects to differentiate each classically-designed space. But by using traditional design elements as a springboard for project ideas, Adam Rolston and the team at INC have created beautiful, one-of-a-kind spaces.

December 20th, 2019

Watermark Named Interior Design’s 2019 Best of the Year Bath Fixture Honoree

Watermark is proud to announce they have been named an Honoree in Interior Design’s 2019 Best of Year awards, in the Bath Fixtures product category, for their Lily 71 Collection.

November 18th, 2019

Product Deep Dive: Heated Towel Bars

Whether you’re designing a master bath or need luxury finishes for your boutique hotel, heated towel bars can help create the perfect bathroom retreat. Watermark Designs offers a variety of specialty bathroom accessories, and one of the easiest ways you can add a little indulgence (and nice surprise) to your space, is by designing with heated towel bars.

November 6th, 2019

Bring Luxury Home: 6 Ways to Incorporate Luxury Fixtures and Elevate Your Bathroom

No matter which design aesthetic you choose for your bathroom, incorporating high-end bathroom fixtures will ensure that you are getting the absolute best.

October 29th, 2019

Timeless Design: O&G Studio Designer Spotlight

What makes product design truly timeless? O&G Studios would say it’s looking to the past for inspiration while maintaining a strong foundation in craftsmanship and quality. By drawing from the innovation of traditional American design, O&G Studio features a wide range of custom-made lighting and classic American furniture for every space.

October 15th, 2019

Achieve a Modern Look by Incorporating a Waterfall Bathroom Faucet into Your Design

While there are countless options for faucets, incorporating a waterfall bathroom spout into the bathroom design will help you achieve a modern look.

October 1st, 2019

It’s All in the Details: How Small Choices Elevate Bathroom Design

Every bathroom, can make a statement. Whether you go for bold colors or subtle accents, modern bathrooms are about both function and flair. Let’s take a look at how accessories and other unique design choices can set every bathroom apart.

September 17th, 2019

14 Design Ideas Using High-End Brass Bathroom Fixtures

There’s just something about brass hardware that makes us swoon. Although it’s powerful in any room of the home, brass bathroom fixtures can create a statement in many spaces, from modern to traditional and everything in between.

September 3rd, 2019

Dealer Spotlight: Earth Elements

From the streets of Brooklyn to the wilds of the Rocky Mountains, Earth Elements brings some of our favorite design concepts together.

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 2020

Bathroom trends are constantly moving toward that perfect mix of form and function. These seven bathroom trends for 2020 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

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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 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.