Create decor 'visions' from vacations

Think the rich and famous are the only ones that have luxurious, hotel-like master suites in their homes? Think again.

Whether you're a hotel heiress or a hotel guest, you can bring the luxury of your last vacation back home with you. Learn how to incorporate upscale amenities into your master suite so you can relax and unwind in style.

Bedroom Bliss

Remember how you were struck by the glamour, look and feel of your hotel room? You can create the same visual drama in your own home. Start by installing double doors to make your own grand entrance, every day.

Add plush, decadent rugs as well as richly coloured walls and curtains. If you have the space, group a couch and table or two chairs together for intimate seating or conversation areas.

Pay close attention to the centerpiece of the room, your bed. Sink into luxurious softness with down or down-alternative bedding, mattress covers and pillows. Choose sheets with a thread count of 200 or higher for the ultimate softness. To make it easy for you, The Westin Hotel offers the Heavenly Bed, a complete luxury hotel bed with a custom-designed pillow top mattress, box spring, pillows, comforter and sheets. You can learn more online at www.westin- hotelsathome.com.

Frame your view of the outdoors with some hightech luxury. Remotecontrolled blinds let the sunlight in or shut the world out, all from the comfort of your own bed.

Luxurious Lavs

Escape into your fivestar bathroom with resort-style features. Basin style sinks in glass or stone complemented by wall-mounted faucets are sure to make a visual and decorative statement. Like the newest boutique hotels, Moen's Icon wallmount faucet has a minimalist design with clean lines and a sleek chrome finish.

- News Canada