New Year, New Bathroom!
Five trends in bathroom design you’ll want to explore
When you are planning a bathroom remodel, one of the first steps is finding some inspiration. No matter what your personal style is, creating a visual idea board is step one for many people. From tubs and showers to sinks, vanities, and fixtures, the Custom Kitchen & Bath Company is here to share the inside scoop on design trends for you to consider in the New Year. Whether you are planning a remodel or something more, we hope this list sparks your creativity and inner designer!
#1. Matte Black Fixtures and Finishes
Subtle design elements are becoming a thing of the past. Now, homeowners are exploring bolder, darker styles. Grey has been one of the more popular bathroom design colors the past few years, but it is time for black accents to shine! The moody bathroom color palettes are channeling an edgy gothic style but keep things modern by only using black as an accent. The trend is most popular in vanities, mirrors, light fixtures, and other finishes like drawer pulls and towel bars. The other really great thing is that matte black is the same no matter the brand, huge bonus is that it makes you feel more comfortable inter-changing manufacturers since it’s almost all the same! The one con is that not everyone has it for faucets/plumbing fixtures, and those who don’t always have a complete set or look you like, can sometimes come at a premium as a specialty finish.
#2. Unique Tile Patterns and Shapes
While this trend may not be new, it is becoming increasingly popular in bathroom design. Classic subway tiles are tried and true, but people are looking to spice things up a bit in 2022. New technology is encouraging manufacturers to create new designs using basic tiles. Look for newer tile like a hexagon, diamond, fish scale, or chevron patterns in new colors and textures. Fun tile is not just for your shower walls or bathroom floor either. We are seeing unique tile used in backsplashes, accent nooks, and sometimes even creating an accent piece on the ceiling or wall. Special tile can be a “safe” way to explore new styles seeing as you can use as much or as little as you want.
#3. Big Bathtubs in Open Showers
If you are going through the process of remodeling your bathroom, options for expansion are bound to come to mind. In fact, the goal of having more space is often the leading cause of considering a remodel in the first place. You may not have so much extra space that you can accommodate an entire wet room. But putting the tub in a big open shower gets you pretty close to the wet room goal. The bigger bathtub, the more space to relax. Open showers are not a particularly private option, but they significantly (visually) increase the size of your bathroom. They are convenient, easily accessible for most mobility levels, and can be as luxurious as you want with various showerhead options.
#4. Smart Bathrooms
Technology has been taking over our homes for the last several years. However, bathroom technology is at an all-time high. From bidet toilet accessories and self-cleaning features to heated floors, bathroom tech is on the rise. One of the biggest new bathroom tech items is smart controls for showers, water conservation and leak detecting sensors. Bathroom design is involving more tech every year!
#5. The Vintage Comeback
With most spaces converting to ultra-modern styles, homeowners are looking for ways to add a touch of something classic to their spaces. This comes easily by using vintage style fixtures at the sink or in the shower and tub. We are also seeing the vintage touch combined with the mixed metals trend.
If you’re thinking of renovating and you want to incorporate any of these trends into your new design, we would be happy to walk you through the process. Contact us for your consultation and make the New Year the best year for your bathroom.