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25 Blue Bathrooms That Will Relax and Recharge You

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Kristin Hohenadel

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Kristin Hohenadel is an interior design expert who has covered architecture, interiors, and decor trends for publications including the New York Times, Interior Design, Lonny, and the American and international editions of Elle Decor. She resides in Paris, France, and has traveled to over 30 countries, giving her a global perspective on home design.

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Updated on 10/13/22

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If you want to incorporate color into your bathroom design, look no further than shades of blue. The color of water is a natural fit for a room built around its role in keeping us clean, healthy, and refreshed.

Soothing, relaxing, and evocative of sea and sky, blue can be paired with white paint or fixtures for a timeless coastal color combination that will transport you to the Aegean or the California coast. But blue can range from light and airy to deep and moody to energizing and electric depending on the shade and the dose.

Check out these blue bathrooms that illustrate how versatile this crowd-pleasing color can be to design a bathroom you'll enjoy spending time in for years to come.

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The bathroom and the tiles go hand in hand and some would say one isn’t really complete without the other. Most often than not this is true as tiles are found in most bathrooms in various different forms and proportions. In each case a decision has to be made regarding the type of tile, the color and the pattern in which they are laid. 

Tile patterns like herringbone, chevron, grids, diamond or basket weave help us visual interest and character to the bathroom. The same thing can be said about the color of the tiles. Colors are very powerful and they’re crucial in the world of interior design. Blue in particular is a beautiful tile color which suits the bathroom more than any other nuance.

Blue and Yellow bold colors and patterns

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The blue tiles are just a portion of what makes this bathroom stand out. The rich coloring, high gloss finish and the grid and diagonal patterns in which the tiles are arranged are displayed in a rather unexpected manner. There’s a lot more to explore in this bold bathroom designed by Studio Ezra.

A classic design with blue tile shade accents

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The blue-green tiles were used in this case by studio Landed Interiors to add a cheerful and joyful twist to what is otherwise a very simple and classic bathroom design. The vertical pattern of the tiles puts an emphasis on the height of the walls helping to make the elongated bathroom feel bigger.

A mesmerizing color for tiles

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There’s a ton of color variations to take into equation if you want a blue bathroom and some of these nuances are nothing short of mesmerizing. Cyan is a perfect example. It’s bold, bright and breathtaking in the right context. Here it is featured on the subway tiles of this chic bathroom shower done by studio Ellen Hanson Designs.

Beauty in diversity

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This dark and toned down shade of blue is a perfect color for highlighting all these mind-bending tile patterns in the bathroom designed by Redmond Aldrich. The white grout lines help to differentiate an accent wall, the beauty of which is magnified by this large gold-trimmed mirror.

Bold and glamorous

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There’s multiple ways in which one can emphasize a color in interior design. In the case of this bathroom the team at STUDIO/LIFESTYLE went all out and covered the walls in these rich blue tiles from top to bottom. Their color is complemented by glamorous golden accents and by the elegance and perpetual of beauty of marble.

Light and darkness in harmony

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In addition to showcasing a beautiful color palette centered around blue and grey tones, this modern bathroom by studio Briony Fitzgerald Design also plays with the concepts of light and darkness. The dark colors of the walls turn the window into a mysterious and almost blinding visual element when it’s sunny outside.

Classic with a twist

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At first glance this may seem like just another classic and average bathroom but a closer look reveals subtle details that make this space transformed by studio AP Design House quite special. The stone tiles in a light grey and blue checkerboard pattern give the space a heavy and authentic vibe. 

A striking accent wall

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Adopting a minimalist style often means that color is concentrated in specific parts and features of a space like this bold and eye-catching accent wall of the bathroom designed by Rina Lovko. The wall actually turns the bathroom into the most colorful room of the entire apartment.

Walls that tell a story

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In interior design every detail is intentional. Designers tell stories and create unique experiences by carefully selecting the materials, textures and colors that go into a room. Some elements make this quite clear, like this magnificent blue tile mural created by studio tnp arquitectura as part of the reconstruction of the Palacete de Santa Catarina in Lisbon.

Making a statement

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A small bathroom or a powder room may first seem like an inconvenience but actually these would be the perfect spaces where you can make a statement through color, pattern or other interesting design choices. Blue tiles mixed with stylish gold fixtures and accessories look exquisite as demonstrated here by studio @sisalla_interior_design.

Vintage accents

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Blue bathroom tiles can also be strategically used to give this space a vintage vibe or to complement a retro decor. In this design shared by @thebrightonbathco the vivid color of the wall tiles give this bathroom a modern look and acts as a bridge between two contrasting styles. 

Blue and gold combos

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If you want to add a touch of glamour and style to your bathroom a great way to do it is by incorporating blue and gold accents in the design. These two complement each other beautifully and there’s lots of interesting variations that can be created based on that, like what you see in this bathroom shared by @periodpropertystore.

Seamless wall to floor transition

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In this beautiful bathroom designed by Lewis / Schoeplein architects what stands out apart from the magnificent geometric pattern of the blue tiles is the seamless transition between the accent wall and the floor. By using the same tiles and pattern for these surfaces the designer managed to create a very immersive decor.

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Family apartment in the House on Schukinskaya

Elizaveta Volovich | Studio "Brand Home"

Stylish design: master bathroom with washing machine in modern style with flat cabinets, white cabinets, shower over bathtub, blue tiles, sink sink, gray countertop and vanity - the latest trend

apartment with LAVANDOY

Melnikova Olga

APARTMENT WITH LAVANDOY To please yourself - it's so right! Especially when the main tasks are solved, the tastes have formed, and you can first of all be guided in the choice by yourself. Here you can apply non-standard solutions, and play with color ... For a bright family couple of elegant age, an unusual interior is also needed, corresponding to their inner world, taste and hobbies. I must say that they seriously approached the work on the arrangement of an apartment with an area of ​​​​about 70 m², which is supposed to come from a country house for some time. So, the customers approved the proposed lavender tones, and they immediately filled the combined space of the kitchen-living room. The kitchen set has acquired a non-standard color, which is supported by the upholstery of upholstered furniture and accessories. The abundance of plant motifs and stucco decor refer us to the European elegant style in this interior, and lavender is very useful here! And the noble shades of the parquet board perfectly set off the textiles, the shape of the lamps and the elegant decor of the furniture with gilding. Gold with patina is another strong theme of this interior. Entering the ensemble in the lobby, it passes through the entire interior, creating an atmosphere of refined luxury, elegant and in this case not boring at all. A competent backlight puts accents in the right places. The bedroom at first glance resembles the imperial chambers. An elegant carved headboard, gold with patina on the walls, the same technique in finishing cabinet furniture... However, it is worth noting that gold is present here in a more restrained version, not protruding, but rather emphasizing the taste of the one to whom this interior is addressed. The fur cover on the bed adds tenderness, and the glossy wardrobe doors seem to dissolve in space, giving way to the historical dominant. The bathroom is designed to the specified standards. The tone is set by the nautical theme, expressed in the main shades of finishes, as well as decor, which continues the European theme. There was no need to install a bath, instead a spacious shower cabin was equipped.

Meshchersky Les Residential Complex

Anna Zueva

Pictured: a master bathroom in a modern style with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a shower over the bathtub, blue tiles, beige walls, a bath screen and a hanging cabinet

River Park Residential Complex

Bureau IVA

Pictured: medium sized contemporary style bathroom with recessed panel cabinets, white cabinets, alcove tub, over-tub shower, blue tiles, colorful tiles, yellow tiles, yellow walls, walk-in shower, countertop sink, orange floor, sliding door shower and white countertop with

Boring classic

Anna Oleinik

Bathroom with double sink. Brown and blue color combination
Photo of a mid-sized classical style bathroom with raised infill cabinets, brown cabinets, full bathtub, installation, blue tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic tile floor, countertop basin, faux countertops. quartz stone, white countertop, vanity unit for two wash basins and floor cabinet with

Baltic wind.

Daria Kharitonova

Design idea for a nautical-style bathroom with flat cabinets, light wood cabinets, a separate toilet, blue tiles, white tiles, medium hardwood floors, a solid washbasin, brown flooring, white countertops, a vanity unit and hanging cabinet

A lot of sky

Irina Krasheninnikova

In the photo: modern style bathroom with flat cabinets, beige cabinets, blue tiles, brown tiles, gray tiles, multi-colored tiles, multi-colored walls, countertop sink, multi-colored floors, multi-colored countertop, cabinet for two sinks and hanging cabinet with

Mood color

Elena Demidova

Inspiration for home comfort: Mediterranean style bathroom with island fronts, white fronts, clawfoot tub, shower over tub, blue tiles, white tiles, colorful walls, beige floors, bathtub screen and white countertop

Sea dream color bathtub

Elena Efimovyh design studio

Stylish design: medium-sized master bathroom in the neoclassical (modern classic) style with ceramic tiles, countertop sink, artificial stone countertop, white countertops, raised infill cabinets, white cabinets, shower over bathtub, beige tiles, blue tiles, open shower, vanity unit, alcove bathtub and floor vanity - the latest trend

Dark Forest: country house near Moscow

Point of Design

Original design example: medium sized contemporary style bathroom with flat cabinets, alcove shower, monobloc WC, black tile, blue tile, gray tile, beige walls, walk-in shower, countertop sink, gray floor, gray countertops and brown fronts

Young man's apartment

CasaRosa

bathroom
Original design example: contemporary style bathroom with flat fronts, yellow fronts, blue tiles, sink, black countertop and vanity unit

The Oasis Tiny Home Bathroom- Blue Tile Shower

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC

This contemporary, costal Tiny Home features a bathroom with a shower built out over the tongue of the trailer it sits on saving space and creating space in the bathroom. This shower has it's own clear roofing giving the shower a skylight. This allows tons of light to shine in on the beautiful blue tiles that shape this corner shower. Stainless steel planters hold ferns giving the shower an outdoor feel. With sunlight, plants, and a rain shower head above the shower, it is just like an outdoor shower only with more convenience and privacy. The curved glass shower door gives the whole tiny home bathroom a bigger feel while letting light shine through to the rest of the bathroom. The blue tile shower has niches; built-in shower shelves to save space making your shower experience even better.

South Loop: Federal St

Lugbill Designs

Home-style inspiration: medium-sized neoclassical (modern classic) master bathroom with light wood cabinets, blue tiles, white walls, white floors, white countertops, cabinets shaker style, alcove shower, ceramic tile, porcelain stoneware flooring, undermount sink, faux quartz countertop, swing door shower, double vanity unit and built-in vanity unit

Oceanfront Jack & Jill Bathroom

Tamara Rene Designs

Inspiration for a homey feel: a nautical-style children's bathroom with island cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue tiles, gray walls, a sink sink, gray floors and gray countertops

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Fordham Marble Company Inc.

Blue and white color combination is always a crowd pleased. And for a Boys bathroom, you can't miss! The designers at Fordham Marble created a soothing feel with blue twist on the Basketweave pattern flooring and the Pratt & Larson Blue ceramic wall tile in the shower. Notice the custom-built niche for your bathing products.

Bathrooms

Kohler

White Damask Kohler Tailored Vanity with chrome Kelston faucet. Nothing adds elegance to a bathroom like a furniture-style bathroom cabinet. Especially when they're available in a huge range of sizes and every wood finish you can imagine.

South Loop: Federal St

Lugbill Designs

Homely inspiration: medium-sized neoclassical (modern classic) master bathroom with blue tiles, white flooring, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, walk-in shower alcove, ceramic tile, porcelain stoneware flooring, undermount sink, faux quartz countertop, swing door shower, white countertop, double vanity unit and built-in vanity unit

design ideas, blue bathroom interior

The blue color is directly related to the water element and the boundless sky. It has a calming effect on the human psyche, thanks to which the adoption of water procedures in the bathroom becomes especially pleasant, awakening a feeling of complete relaxation. The palette of shades is diverse, and this article will acquaint you with a photo report with how successfully it can be combined in different styles.

Interior styles

The room always looks beautiful, neat and original, if done in a certain style. There are many directions in which the blue color in the bathroom will become not only appropriate, but also the main one. Which to choose? It already depends on the personal preferences of the owners, as well as the general concept of the entire housing.

Hi-tech blue bathroom

This direction involves abundant lighting in combination with glossy smooth surfaces, the presence of glass, plastic furniture, cutting-edge technology and chrome elements. Here, bright blue paint will go well with white and black, halftones are practically not used.

There are no patterns on the walls and the decor is minimal. The walls and floor are decorated with ceramic tiles, the ceiling - with a glossy stretch film. A bathroom and sink with unusual geometric shapes, possibly made of glass, as well as glass shelves and shower doors perfectly emphasize the style.

Oriental blue bathroom

If you want to get an elegant, decoratively provocative room, the design in oriental style will be the most relevant. The design here will not do without mosaic panels or whole walls decorated in this way. At the same time, there are ethnic ornaments. Blue color is perfect for this direction, but in its pure form it is not used. But in combination with a yellow, olive, black palette, it will sparkle with special grace. Plumbing white, beige, black. A special role is assigned to textiles - rugs with national motifs, dressing gowns, towels are appropriate here.

Nautical blue bathroom

In this version, the blue palette will be the most successful. Here you can use any of its shades - from the most pale blue to the color of midnight, combining them with each other and diluting them with a white, sandy spectrum. There are no special requirements for finishing materials here - any designed for the bathroom can be used. One of the walls can be laid out with a blue-blue mosaic, a tile that imitates fish scales, or pasted over with a vinyl film depicting a seascape.

A self-leveling floor with images of the seabed in three-dimensional projection is appropriate here, you can also use materials that imitate a shell or sandy beach. The style will be complemented by curtains with a marine theme, shells, sea pebbles, laid out on the shelves with deliberate negligence.

Provence blue bathroom

The Provence direction will help create the soulful atmosphere of French country houses. It uses light shades of shabby blue in combination with beige and sand color. Against the background of ceramic matte wall tiles, lined with milky and light beige, blue furniture with curved legs and rounded shapes will look great. It should have an aged noble appearance with elements of wear and cracks.

Blue tile with wicker rattan furniture set against the background. Plumbing is made of ceramics, has rounded shapes, antiquity details (brass, copper sputtering). There is a floral print everywhere in the interior - on curtains, tiles, in the form of live compositions in vases. A large chandelier, forged heated towel rails, wicker laundry baskets, mirrors framed with a baguette will decorate the room.

Blue Art Deco bathroom

This direction is characterized by luxury, so the design will cost a lot. The environment should contain expensive natural materials (stone, glossy ceramic tiles, silk-screened wallpapers), floral and animal ornaments, images of the sun and its rays, framing mirrors, furniture and other interior items.

Geometric patterns are welcome - rhombuses, zigzags, so stone slabs on the floor and ceramics on the walls, laid out in this way, will immediately set the tone for the interior. Furniture items made of expensive wood (or its imitation) are solid, but at the same time elegant. They have a simple shape, but a rich finish of metal, glass.

Plumbing fixtures are rounded and made of high quality faience or acrylic. The combination of white and black walls with bright blue furniture looks great. You can make the cladding in the color of the Cypriot breeze, against which white plumbing will look amazing.

Finishes and materials

When cladding a bathroom, it is necessary to take into account the specifics of the room in which moisture and steam are constantly present. As finishing materials, the most moisture-resistant types of coatings are selected that do not experience deformation when changing temperatures, as well as easy to clean. It is equally important to think carefully about color combinations in advance and calculate the right amount of a particular material. If it is intended to decorate with colored ceramic tiles, it is better to purchase a little more than you need. During laying work, a certain amount of it may be damaged, and it is not always possible to re-buy a tile of an absolutely identical shade.

Floor

Since a bathroom in blue is associated with the sea, why not make the floor surface imitate the bottom of the water abyss? To do this, you can design a self-leveling 3D floor, showing the underwater landscape in all its glory: with dolphins, bizarre fish, starfish.

You can also use a simpler option - ceramic tiles, but always on the floor, with a rough surface so as not to slip. The tile can be completely white, beige, blue or lined with an ornament that combines a diverse palette.

Another option for the bathroom is moisture resistant laminate. Made under the tree, it goes well with the blue palette.

Walls

Wall planes create the main background. They can simply be painted, which is often found in budget options, laid out with ceramic tiles, decorated with PVC panels, clapboard. Of course, tile remains the most common option for decades, as it is the most consistent with both aesthetic and practical indicators. For the walls of a large bathroom, any size and pattern is suitable, and in a small room it is better to use small tiles that will expand the space.

The mosaic looks spectacular, especially when combined with several colors (blue, white, turquoise, black, etc.). Most often, not the entire background is decorated with mosaics, but individual elements - an accent wall, which can be near the bathtub, a decorative ornament around mirrors, etc.

Ceiling

In a blue bathroom, the ceiling should be decorated in white, cream or light gray. Saturated blue shades are rarely used here. But, if you really want to, you can arrange a two-level construction of moisture-resistant drywall, where the first level (rim) will remain white, and the rest of the surface will be painted or framed with a blue glossy stretch film. At the same time, it is better to take care of the built-in backlight, which will give the effect of a soaring ceiling.

In rare cases, the ceiling is decorated with mirror surfaces, but this is a rather expensive type of cladding, moreover, the design process is laborious. The surface of the mirrors will constantly fog up and require daily cleaning. A good and economical option is plastic lining. It has a wide range of shades, is easy to clean and allows you to equip a system of spotlights, because high-quality bathroom lighting is a must (but more on that later).

Plumbing and bathroom furniture

When choosing plumbing accessories, you should take into account the appropriateness of the desired items and the size of the room (often, to increase the space, a bathroom is combined with a toilet). The spacious room has a full bath, washbasin, toilet, bidet and even an additional shower. For a small area, the presence of a bidet can be abandoned, and a modern functional shower cubicle will take the place of the bathroom bowl.

It is now fashionable to install suspended sanitary ware that does not have a bottom support. This applies to sinks, toilet bowls, bidets that are wall-mounted, and pipes and drain cisterns are “disguised” by false walls.

The universal color for sanitary ware is white, but this does not exclude the possibility of choosing blue shades, especially if the main finish is supposed to be in a light palette. Blue tile goes very well with snow-white plumbing and black furniture. Equipping the bathroom with sanitary ware made of natural or artificial stone will give a unique chic and presentability.

There shouldn't be much furniture here. A cabinet under the sink, hanging cabinets for hygiene and cosmetic items, corner shelves, clothes hangers - this is quite enough. A large bathroom can have a dressing table with a chair, an ironing table, and poufs. One or more mirrors must be present.

Decor and lighting

As noted earlier, the lighting in the bathroom, especially in the blue palette, should be bright enough. In addition to the central supply of light from a chandelier, spotlights or spotlights, local lighting devices are needed, which are installed in the bathing, dressing area, as well as at the mirror with a washbasin. In addition, you can make an additional soft illumination of shelves and cabinets. To make the interior original and cozy, decorative forms of lighting are used, for example, lamps built into the floor, wall tiles equipped with LEDs. In a blue bathroom, this design will be incomparable.

Mosaic ornaments, vinyl stickers in the bathing area with images of raging waterfalls, seascapes will perfectly cope with the role of decor. Original plumbing will also greatly decorate the room, as well as rugs and curtains. You can arrange several flowerpots with live plants and arrange decorative trinkets on the shelves that match the chosen style: blue and white candles, seashells, colored stones.

Small blue bathroom

The main thing for a small room is to choose the right design for the main background. The best option is a smooth flow from a dark bottom to a light top using horizontal and vertical lines in the wall decoration. You can also make several walls white, and decorate one in a blue palette.

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