Take a look at these features and finishes we’ve seen a lot of. Have any of them popped up in your bathroom, and are there any trends you think we’ve missed?
Wood that’s not wood at all
There are so many different tile finishes on the market that it’s possible to recreate almost any look on your walls and floors. One tile finish that works particularly well in the bathroom is faux wood. Porcelain tiles that resemble timber floorboards are a great way to get the look of a wooden floor without the risk they’ll get damp, and consequently rot.
Hunt around: there’s a variety of wood types, finishes and sizes available, so you should be able to find the perfect match for your bathroom.
Jazzy geometrics
We’re loving geometric pattern all over the home at the moment, and the bathroom is the ideal place to go to town with it. Arranging tiles in unusual layouts or sourcing striking designs are good ways to add interest to your wash space.
Combine a diagonal check floor with white tiles laid in a chevron pattern. The clashing layouts work because the lines follow the same directions.
Feature floors are popping up in many bathrooms, and the geometric designs are a move away from the patchwork tiles we were seeing previously.
Warm brass
Chrome isn’t the only way to go when it comes to fixtures and fittings. If you’re after a warmer look in your bathroom, try brass instead.
The old-fashioned feel of brass is reminiscent of Art Deco’s luxurious style, so it’s great teamed with marble finishes and sleek-lined furniture and accessories.
Strong black
Don’t fancy brass? You could plump for black fittings instead. Metal taps that have been powder-coated in a matt black finish are available from a number of bathroom retailers.
Black tap and shower head give a striking contrast to the bright white sanitaryware and marble walls.
Black is finding its way onto shower doors as well, with the factory-style look that’s popular in other areas of the home being replicated in the bathroom.
Marvellous marble
One material that’s been a particular favourite in the past year is marble, and we’ve seen it popping up frequently on bathroom walls, floors and basins. It adds an instant luxurious feel to a bathroom and is subtle enough to go with most other finishes.
Elements of nature
Homeowners are embracing nature in all rooms of the home, and the bathroom is no exception. Wooden furniture and accessories, rattan baskets and luscious houseplants are all great additions to a washspace. Natural elements in the bathroom help to give it a calm feel and create a spa-like sanctuary.
Wow-factor waste pipes
If you’re trying to think of ways to conceal your basin’s bottle trap, it might be worth ditching the idea altogether. We’ve seen quite a few basins that show off this crucial piece of plumbing, rather than hiding it – and why not if it looks good? The key is to choose a bottle trap in the same finish as your tapware to make it look considered rather than accidental.
Also, think about where you’ll put your clutter. By losing under-sink cabinet space, you might need to up your storage game elsewhere in the room.
Floating vanity units
Practicality is key in the bathroom and that’s why floating furniture is such a good option. A wall-hung vanity unit makes it so much easier to clean the floor underneath and boosts the feeling of space in the room.
Indulgent showers
Fixed shower heads that disperse water like rain are the fitting of choice at the moment. It makes sense to have a large design that provides plenty of water, rather than a smaller, handheld model that targets just one area.
How big you go depends on your preference and budget, so if you want real indulgence, choose a model that covers the whole ceiling of the shower enclosure. Alternatively, choose a more traditional-style design that covers the circumference of your head.
Also do research which designs use the most and the least water – there are some smart eco innovations out there worth exploring.
