A great way to celebrate the start of the new year is with simple renovations that go the distance. Before you begin sprucing up your home, consider the spaces that you use the most. Yes, your bathroom is a functional spot, but that doesn’t mean it can’t make a statement with design. Take a look at these insights from some of our go-to designers on the bathroom trends that are worth your attention in 2020.
BIG IMPRESSIONS iN SMALL SPACES.
"Small spaces like powder rooms excel as a canvas for a singular, splashy statement. A high-contrast, large-scale wallpaper expands a small space and infuses it with an artful attitude." – Patrick Ediger
ALL BLACK BATHROOMS
"The spa-inspired bathroom trend has officially returned–back to the spa, that is. These days it's all about bold, dark, sultry bathroom designs that evoke an indulgent high-end experience." — Kesha Franklin
WHITE AND GRAY MARBLE
“White and grey marble continue to be strong, popular materials into 2019 for bathrooms and kitchens alike. They are classic and timeless, can go from traditional to modern in terms of aesthetics, and are also great for resale. Man-made materials, such as quartz and porcelain tiles that look like natural stones, are also workhorses from a durability perspective and will continue to be popular in the new year." — Ariel Okin
CONCRETE
"We'll see the use of concrete application in sink basins, countertops, floors and walls. It's really exciting to see a brutalist material mixed with organic elements. Traditionally, concrete has been viewed as cold and non-welcoming, but I'm of the mindset that marrying this utilitarian medium with woods, steel, porcelain and resin is what you guys are going to see surface in 2019 across all design aesthetics." — Becky Shea
WALL MOUNTED TOILET
The floating toilet has a similar story to the floating vanity. Until recently they were only put in super modern homes. But times are a changin’ and we predict them to be the toilet of 2019. Oh the phrases you never imagine you’ll say. Potty mouth has taken on a whole new meaning.Maybe it’s due to the surge of technology in our daily lives that we are becoming more attracted to extremely modern design or maybe modern design is just getting better. It’s a “chicken or the egg” conundrum. Regardless, we have been seeing the floating toilet become much more popular recently. And like we mentioned with the floating vanity, there are far less nooks and crannies to collect dust and, ahem, other bathroom grossness. A quick Swiffer under the bowl and you are done. No more face-too-close-to-the-bowl-while-on-hands-and-knees-wiping-down-all-the-crevices.
SPA LIKE BATHROOMS
"We’re seeing that people no longer see the bath as a utilitarian space and more as an experiential space. They’re looking for spa-like experiences as well as a kind of theatrical beauty for what used to be a very interior and private space." — Young Huh
BATHROOMS ON SOFT COLORS
Classic bathrooms always posess something that will work a be relevant for many years to come. Use monochromatic elements to make it feel more modern throughout the room. Try using all one material or color (such as using all marble or all blue) which is a good way to accomplish this, classic motifs and tiles can be meshed together, but using just one single material creates a classy look to the space. You can still remain neutral while making it look magnificent.
VANITIES INFRONT OF WINDOWS
We see more and more vanities set in front of a window with a beautiful view. It’s a great way to start your day to have a gorgeous view as you stand by your sink first thing every morning. suspending a mirror from the ceiling or placing a mirror on the side wall of the sink will complete the design with full function. Another advantage is great. lighting.