Dream Tubs for Bath Lovers

People are divided into two groups: shower lovers and bath lovers. Well, that's until you include 9-year-old boys, in which case you have to add the shower-bath-any-kind-of-soap-and-water-haters. This ideabook is for my group, the bath lovers. Give me deep hot water, a mass of frothy bubbles, candles and a chilled glass of Asti Spumante and I am not coming back out for about an hour. Not only do I love baths, but I love modern style and am always on the lookout for innovative looks and beautiful design. Let's take a dip into some stunningly gorgeous and unique bathtubs I've spotted on <a href="http://www.houzz.com/">Houzz</a>. By Pangaea

This sunken tub is lined up perfectly at the same level as an exterior pool of water. The window opens all the way so it looks like a single pool. This would be so peaceful and is absolutely lovely. (Garret Cord Werner)

This is my favorite bathroom ever. The thought of sinking in up to my chin in this infinity tub and gazing at that dazzling turquoise tile is my idea of a spectacular bath. I could fill it all the way to the top and not slosh any water on the floor. Heaven on Earth! (Pepe Calderin)

If sinking down in hot water up to your chin is for you, then a soaking tub might be just the thing. You can get a beautiful one like this made from wood ... (Harrell Remodeling)

... or go with a super modern version in stainless steel. These take up less floor space than a traditional bathtub, but you sit instead of stretching your legs out in front of you. Some people prefer this. Because they don't take up as much floor space as the traditional size bathtub, one of these might be a good option for a smaller bathroom. <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/bathroom">PHOTOS: Browse Beautiful Bathrooms</a> (Danenberg Design)

This is the photo that got me busy writing this ideabook. I had never before seen a glass-sided bathtub, and this one completely appeals to my minimalist tendencies. The architect, David Stern, says the client wanted this custom made tub for the kids bathroom and wanted it to feel fresh and fun. Well, he succeeded. But here is what I want to know: Why should the kids have all the fun? I have a rubber ducky. Don't you? Doesn't everybody? (Stern McCafferty)

The first time I ever saw a sunken bathtub, I thought it was the most luxurious thing. There is something so wonderful about not having to step over the side of a tub to get in and out. Using a sunken tub in this bathroom leaves an unobstructed view to the floor-to-ceiling window. (Coates Design Architects)

I can't get over the curved sides of this stone soaking tub. Doesn't it look like a big armchair? I bet it's comfortable. (SHH - Spence, Harris, Hogan Associates)

Are you bored with white porcelain? New textures and surfaces mean you can get any look you want for any mood or theme. For an exotic look, how about a crocodile-embossed leather skirting on the tub? (PSCBATH)

Or a fresh and fun look with cowhide skirting? I don't know about you, but I feel happy and peaceful every time I see a cow. Too outrageous for you? <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/kitchen">PHOTOS: Browse inspiring kitchens</a> (PSCBATH)

The same tub looks great with a dark interior color and placed in this rustic bathroom. I think this would be the perfect look for a modern house in the country. <a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/460546/list/19-Dream-Tubs-for-Bath-Lo">Click here to see 9 more amazing tubs.</a> (PSCBATH)