Have you finally had enough of your bathroom looking dark and dingy? If so, it’s time for an upgrade.
Many of us continue to overlook our bathrooms, despite their importance – and the fact that they lend themselves to plenty of creativity. In fact, bathrooms can actually be one of the most luxurious rooms in your home when decorated correctly – and there are certain interior design techniques for getting it just right.
Curious? Then read on. Here’s our guide to designing a luxury bathroom that will completely transform the room from dingy to decadent.
1.) Install Beautiful Flooring
The flooring in your bathroom will significantly alter its appearance. We recommend doing without the linoleum and choosing something a little classier. At the moment,
grey laminate flooring has become increasingly popular for modern bathrooms.
Not only is this material water-resistant, but it also mimics the appearance of genuine wood without requiring the same level of upkeep. Furthermore, it’s a durable material, means it withstands damage and looks better for longer, and the grey colour lends itself to more versatility as you decide on the rest of your décor. You can really inject some luxury into your bathroom with grey laminate flooring.
2.) Bespoke Bathtubs
Want to make your bathroom look like it cost a million pounds? Then invest in a bespoke bathtub. These are a beautiful feature piece for the bathroom, adding elegance and luxury all at once.
Though regular bathtubs are nice enough, they don’t scream classiness in the same way. We recommend claw foot bathtubs. Their distinct, sophisticated appearance has made them an enduring staple of interior design fashion for several decades now – and, depending on the style you use, they can look just as at home against a more classical, vintage aesthetic as they do in a modern haven.
3.) Walk-In Showers
One of the latest trends in interior design has been walk-in showers. These are typically made with glass and have an open frame door, allowing people to make their shower a real feature of their bathroom. There’s something inexplicably stylish about walk-in showers, from the clean-cut beauty of the glass to the contemporary minimalist design. What’s more, they are completely practical, and offer a more convenient alternative to the bath on busy weekday mornings.
4.) Add a Skylight
To cast away darkness and shadows from your bathroom, you might want to install a skylight. These window features are undeniably beautiful, bringing sunlight into the room throughout the day. They could also add to the resale value of your home. What’s more, skylights are perfect for preventing mould from growing. They ensure there is plenty of ventilation throughout the room. Just pop them open whilst you’re showering – unless, of course, it’s raining!
5.) Feature Tiles on the Wall
Bathroom wall tiles can be a beautiful addition, too. They should emanate opulence and nicely complement the colours of your bathroom. For example, duck egg blue tiles would look gorgeous when paired with a white or light grey colour scheme. What’s more, they will protect certain areas of the wall from being splashed, or marked by any steam from your shower. Whatever design you choose, the lustre of tiles will immediately transform your bathroom.
6.) Revamp the Cabinets
Bathroom cabinets can make the place look rather drab, so we recommend giving them a revamp when you’re redecorating. There are so many different styles to choose from, but for luxury bathrooms, something fancier would be perfect. A popular choice is cabinets with a granite worktop. Their sleekness can help you to hone your opulent aesthetic.
7.) Remember to Accessorise
Don’t forget – the key to success with interior design is to accessorise. However, as you’re somewhat limited with decorations in the bathroom, this can be difficult. We recommend investing in some attractive soap dishes or dispensers.
Potpourri can also make a small but significant difference to the luxuriousness of your bathroom. Meanwhile, candles are excellent for placing around the bathtub and lighting at night whilst you bathe. Plenty of homewares shops will sell ornaments specifically for the bathroom, too.
We hope you have found this guide helpful. Now that you have all this inspiration, start transforming your bathroom and curate the perfect environment having a relaxing bath in.
