4 Bathroom Trends To Try This Year
We kick off a new year with new design trends and what we can expect to see when it comes to bathroom design in 2022! Whether you are desiring a remodel, or a simple tweak to an existing bathroom, these trends will inspire the spark of creativity and get you motivated to kick start your design process.
1Less bathroom, more spare room
After 2021, it’s clear that the need to create perfect home spaces is still trending. With people opting to stay at home over going out, this extends into our bathrooms too. Bathrooms aren’t just functional rooms, but a sanctuary for our wellbeing. Transforming an interior space into an indulgent experience to create more usage is key this year. Many people want to create an oasis in their own homes, investing in spa-like bathroom features such as massaging showers, hydrotherapy baths, and even state-of-the-art steam rooms or saunas. On average most people use their bathrooms at least twice per day, so it’s becoming a necessity to ensure bathrooms deliver an at-home spa experience.
People desire to linger for longer.
Minimalism is key to creating a calm bathroom environment. Decorate your bathroom with soft creams, greys, or shades of beige. Consider layering various shades of the same tone throughout the room to give a cohesive look to the space. You can also add rich forest green or wood tones to give your space a bold look without too many bright and exciting colors which is perfect for relaxing.
There are extensive ranges of highly luxurious showers and heads available which aid in the creation of an indulgent showering experience in your own home. The connection between water and wellbeing has never been easier with waterfall showerheads and walk-in showers to replace older bulkier units.
2Biophilic Design
To add to the theme of luxury this year, biophilia - the integration of nature as a focal point - is becoming more and more popular. The goal is to create a rich, sensory experience, in our homes that makes us feel connected to nature. A biophilic bathroom design will include particular patterns, colors, and features specifically designed to reduce stress and transport you to your favorite place in nature.
This design trend is one that aims to not only look good but feel good too.
Natural light is a key part of this design, so using mirrors to increase natural light is important. Consider soft edges and organic shapes.
Design, decor, lighting, mirrors, sound, and accessories are all important elements of biophilic design. But there’s far more to the concept than introducing some token plants. Bringing the outside in is a concept we are all familiar with, and biophilic design aims to go beyond this. It’s all about using design to create an experience similar to one you would have in nature itself.
3Fluted Finishes
Another design coming out of the woodworks, literally, is fluted design - which is a modern twist on the Art Deco style. Fluting is usually a series of shallow grooves that run across a surface, creating a pleasing play of light. Typically, this effect is often used to make columns seem perfectly round, thinner, and more elegant.
Delicately ribbed surfaces on vanity units and cabinets provide subtle and stylish visuals, and shower doors in decorative, vertically grooved glass offer instant privacy while allowing light to shine through.
4Botanical feel
Without creating a biophilic bathroom design, you can already make your bathroom feel greener. Combine multiple shades of green to increase your bathroom's link with nature. Eye-catching bathroom tiles, furniture, and bathroom ceramics in differing shades provide a bold look for the modern-day bathroom.
Soft greens evoke a natural sense of calm and tranquility, while darker and bolder tones provide depth.
If you are looking for a more botanical feel, embrace blooms and foliage in your bathroom for the boldest and brightest impact. Even if you don't live in a balmy equatorial climate, that doesn’t stop you from introducing a fun and tropical feel into your home with creative wallpaper ideas and color schemes. Embrace lively color, add lush foliage and finish the look with quirky details. This is a fun trend for the bold and brave!
No matter your go-to design idea this year, it’s clear that luxury is key! Opting for luxurious indulgence, whilst making an ode to mother nature, will have everyone wanting to come and stay! You’ll never want to head to the hotel spa again!