How To Add Style To Your Bathroom

Over the last year we have noticed a lot of unique bathroom styles and design trends popping up.

With a focus on statement pieces, use of colour and the desire to create a beautiful and functional space (even in a tiny powder room) the bathroom trends of 2019 have resulted in some beautiful, unique and bold rooms.

7 TOP TRENDS IN BATHROOM STYLE

Statement wallpaper.

When used in bathrooms and powder rooms, wallpaper can inject a huge amount of colour, shape, texture and even mood into your room.

Bold colours and high contrasting designs have been a popular option for bathroom wall coverings, especially in smaller spaces such as powder rooms.

With the range on offer today, there’s no shortage of design options, textures, patterns and colours to choose from. If you’re thinking of using wallpaper in your bathroom you should check the adhesive and installation guidelines to ensure that the moisture and humidity of a bathroom environment won’t cause it to peel off.

Coloured sinks.

Moving away from the sea of white, coloured sinks and baths are an exciting way to inject colour into your design.

While coloured bathtubs can be on the pricey side, they’re currently very popular with designers, especially overseas.

Coloured sinks have been popular as they allow you to take from this trend without breaking the bank. Coloured sinks are most commonly made from concrete however ceramic options are available for a higher price.

Concrete.

No longer seen as a budget basic or construction product, concrete adds a minimalistic sophistication to any space, providing instant design impact and a shift in ambience.

Used primarily in floors and walls, concrete has also been used for sinks, bathtubs and decor pieces with the smaller elements offering a textural contrast to more traditional finishes.

Marble.

Rather than the traditional plain marble which has been used in bathrooms and kitchens since anyone can remember, designers and home builders have been opting for more interesting and art like statement pieces in their bathrooms which have resulted in some truly unique and stunning results.

When designing your bathroom, using beautiful surfaces such as an interesting piece of marble acts as an artistic statement and can replace the need for other artwork or other design details.

Dark colours.

Moving away from the white day spa look, to a more indulgent, dark bathroom experience.

Homeowners are now opting for darker coloured walls, floors, tubs, toilets, fixtures and decor in order to achieve a high end feel.

If you don’t have the confidence to go the whole way, perhaps try darkening certain aspects such as the walls or the floor. Alternatively, you could try working some black elements into your bathroom by adding a statement piece such as a standalone black bathtub, toilet, showerhead or even some towels and accessories.

Tapware.

One of the biggest trends we’ve seen in bathroom design has been the evolution of alternative tapware and fixtures. No longer limited to the traditional polished chrome, homeowners now have a wide range of options to choose from.

Moving away from the sleek and shiny silver as many new products are becoming available offering a range of colours such as gold, rose gold, pewter, gunmetal and black. This includes taps, handles, showerheads and hardware.

Not limited to colour, the fixtures and hardware trending and available on the market today offer an opportunity to play with texture thanks to the range of brushed, metallic and matte finishes.

Exposed plumbing.

The most popular example being the exposed pipe shower head.

Exposed plumbing provides the opportunity to inject personality into the bathroom thanks to the range of design choices, colours and finishes available. These choices will impact the end look of your bathroom and can be a great tool to help you achieve the desired result. Typically, black or matte finishes provide a clean and minimal look.

Gold-toned finishes are decidedly more luxe, while copper tones introduce a retro or old-world feel. The style, colour and design of your exposed plumbing will need to be chosen based on the overall look or vibe of the room.

There are some great design ideas around at the moment, and some are easier or more cost-effective to do than others. It’s important to ensure that your bathroom design meets your needs of functionality and personal style.

While trends are great to pull inspiration from, the reality is that your new home or renovation isn’t going to be jam-packed with all of them.

It’s important to mix the current trends with your own personal style, budget and resources.