The 5 Emerging Bathroom Trends

The use of natural, earthy tones, with their warming and comforting effect, has grown in popularity over the past couple of years and continues to be a prominent feature in all areas of interior design.

In the bathroom, energising oranges, deep reds, sandy beige, and clay browns are used on basins, furniture, brassware, lighting, tiles, and wall coverings, particularly impactful when combined with natural timber, stone, and plaster or concrete effects.

Tall and imposing, oversized glass walls and enclosures are no longer confined to shower areas. Glass panels are increasingly being used to create separate zones within interiors, such as WC cubicles or as room dividers for wardrobes and bedrooms.

With a choice of transparent, textured, or coloured glass options in various finishes, this clever design concept provides added privacy while keeping the area open and spacious. It's the height of luxury!

The Retro Luxe trend draws inspiration from the design aesthetics of the 1970s. This style is characterised by its dynamic and vibrant designs incorporating unusual shapes, materials, and rich colours, evoking a sense of nostalgia.

Examples of this trend include bold and playful showers that resemble statement lamps, colourful and tactile basins, and decorative basin mixers.

Freestanding basins have become more commonplace in today’s bathroom designs, often viewed as functional centrepieces, even in smaller bathrooms and cloakrooms.

Whether classical, contemporary, or cutting-edge in design, these basins are available in a wide range of materials, such as precious marble, stone, glass, resin, ceramic, and composite. Whilst some offer a tap platform, others are best suited for use with wall-mounted or freestanding basin mixers.

These baths are inspired by ancient Japanese soaking tubs named Ofuro. Shorter in length with enhanced depth, they feature ergonomically designed interiors for a relaxed, seated bathing experience that fully immerses the body up to chest/shoulder height.

The compact length makes these baths perfect for smaller bathrooms or ensuites where a standard-size bath may not be suitable. With their growing popularity, soaking baths have recently become available in varying designs, shapes, and colourways.