Modern ensuite bathroom ideas
Ensuite Ideas: 17 clever ideas for an ensuite bathroom
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We've found 17 stunning ensuite ideas for a stylish and practical ensuite bathroom. From clever partition wall ideas to divide the ensuite from the master bedroom – including sliding pocket doors, barn doors, modern Crittall doors and even just partition screens – to luxe details like lighting, tiles and brassware, these ensuite bathrooms all inspire in their own way.
There are ensuite ideas for small bathrooms too. Wood panelling can add texture to a small space, making it feel extra cosy. You could forego walls and instead zone the two areas by changing up the floor height – creating a step down (or step up) to a luxe bathing space. Or switch up the flooring itself – for example from wood or carpeting in the sleeping area to tiles around the bath or shower.
To remove the boundary between the bedroom and bathroom completely, why not move the bath to the bedroom instead? When done right, it can create a boutique hotel vibe.
Whatever your style, and whatever the size of your ensuite, you're bound to find an ensuite bathroom idea here for you.
1. Divide with sliding barn doors
Divide your ensuite bathroom from the bedroom with sliding barn doors for a country-inspired look.
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2. Divide the bathroom area with flooring and curtains
The below ensuite bathroom features two different types of flooring, separated by a lip to signify the change in wet area from dry area.
Get the look: The walls are not actually concrete but a painted plaster effect. The bath is a vintage find, which has been repainted. The pink curtains are from Lovely Home Idea.
(Image credit: Future)
3. Install a bath in the bedroom for a boutique hotel look
A bathtub in a bedroom creates a luxe, hotel-inspired vibe. The freestanding bath below is framed by elegant panelling, with an en-suite shower room tucked beyond the new stud wall.
The soft pink colourway is a good counterbalance to the simple, functional aspects of the room.
Get the look: The Tamar bath in polished finish, Drummonds. Taps, Catchpole & Rye. Curtains in Silk Wool Pink Champagne, Fox Linton. Quilt, designed by Emma.
(Image credit: Davide Lovatti)
4. Choose space-saving pocket doors for small rooms
A small space between the master bedroom and ensuite bathroom below has been cleverly utilised as a dressing room . Two sets of sliding pocket doors separate the different spaces in a tidy way, without having doors swinging open and encroaching into this compact area.
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5. Install Crittall-style doors for a modern look
Separate your ensuite bathroom from your master bedroom via Crittall doors – you'll want to move the loo to a separate powder room / cloakroom for privacy.
Get the look Porcelanosa sells similar marble tiles.
Aston Matthews sells wall-mounted brass towel rails.
(Image credit: Paul Raeside)
6. Add texture to small spaces with woodwork
Tongue and groove panelling in the ensuite bathroom below lend a rust, country look. A modern bath and modern bathroom fittings keep it fresh.
Get the look: Bathroom design by Amos & Amos. Panelling in Blue Gray, Farrow & Ball. Bath, Duravit. Tap, The Watermark Collection
(Image credit: James Merrell)
The serene grey bathroom scheme below features modern wall panelling, recessed nook storage and a roll top bath. Aside from giving the space texture, the panelling also helps to create a rustic, country-inspired look.
(Image credit: James Merrell)
7. Install a partition screen
Install a dividing partition wall to separate a bath or loo from your sleeping zone, like the designers achieved in this modern house in Mexico .
This way the bathroom is still connected to the bedroom area, but there's an element of privacy too.
(Image credit: Casa Etérea)
The dividing brick partition wall below creates a cool and convenient separation between the bedroom and walk-in shower.
(Image credit: James Merrell)
Similarly, the ensuite bathroom below is segregated from the bedroom by a partition wall.
(Image credit: Sean Litchfield)
8. Consider double doors that reveal a surprise feature
Double doors reveal an unexpectedly glamorous bathroom, with a feature wall of shimmery gold tiles. The metallic tiles really make this ensuite bathroom pop.
Get the look: This is the Barcelona Bath from vandabaths.com, price from £3,675 inc vat.
(Image credit: Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Tessuto Interiors)
9. Introduce floor pattern
Floor pattern works in small bathrooms too, as the below ensuite demonstrates.
The geometric floor tiles, freestanding tub and brass details keep this bathroom firmly on trend.
(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)
10. Zone the different spaces
This stunning ensuite bathroom is connected to the master bedroom via a wide and open doorway, making the luxe bathing space feel part of the master suite.
(Image credit: Matthew Williams)
11. Brave a bold colour scheme
For a grown-up, chic and sultry look, dive in with a dark shade.
The ceiling and vanity below were painted the same bold blue as the bath, creating a cohesive look. The steel-framed shower enclosure acts as a contrast to the more traditional panelling and vanity. Wall-mounted taps, a wall-mounted towel shelf and a clear, acrylic side table all help to make this bathroom feel spacious.
Get the look: Floor tiles, Fired Earth. Bath, Aston Matthews. Towel rack, Soho Home.
(Image credit: Photography / James Merrell)
Who said bathroom lighting had to be boring? In this day and age there are numerous cool brands popping up, offering bathroom lighting that makes an impact.
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Or for a simple refresh, update your bathroom wall lights with some colourful new lampshades.
Get the look: Lampshades from Rosi de Ruig, wall lights from Tinsmith, mirror from Pottery Barn. Taps by Crosswater.
(Image credit: Interior Design by Studio Peake.)
13. Get a brassware update
Un-lacquered brass by Studio Ore adds warmth, modernity and glamour to this serene bathroom space. We love that striking modern pendant too.
Get the look: Un-lacquered brass by Studio Ore. Bathtub by Victoria & Albert. Floor tiles by Emery et Cie.
(Image credit: Photography / White Arrow)
14. Dive in with all-out opulence
It's easier to go OTT in a room you don't spend huge amounts of time in, as it'll be a pleasant surprise each time you see it rather than overkill. Here this flamboyant floral bathroom wallpaper has been teamed with richly veined marble and brass detailing to dramatic effect.
(Image credit: Matthew Williams)
15. Add an eye-catching mirror
The gorgeous bathroom mirror makes a great wake up call in this beautiful marble ensuite bathroom.
(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)
16. Opt for a floating vanity for a contemporary look
The deep drawers in this wall-hung vanity unit provide ample room for towels and toiletries, while its 'floating' style frees up floor space.
(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)
17. Heritage details
In a small space it makes sense to keep materials to a minimum, so the bath panel blends with the grey timber flooring. Heritage details such as the towel rail, mirror and wall lights add character to this loft ensuite bathroom.
Get the look: Find similar baths and basins at V+A Baths.
(Image credit: Future)
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Ensuite ideas come pretty high on a must-have list, when it comes to home luxuries. So much so, that once you've had one, the prospect of moving elsewhere without a similar space just isn't worth thinking about.
These bathroom ideas for ensuites help create a sanctuary in your home where you can steal a few calm, precious moments away to yourself.
With an ensuite bathroom, used by adults only, you can afford to be more adventurous with the decor.
As well as being more relaxed about the robustness of surfaces, you can splash out on the fixtures and fittings to help create the dream bathroom you've always wanted.
From embracing that tile you love, to testing out paint colors deemed too bold elsewhere, it's the room where you can have a little fun. And if it doesn't work out, it's worth remembering that with small bathroom ideas , any decorating fails will be easier to remedy.
So whether you have a clear idea of what you want for your ensuite space, have notions for something a little bit different, or are starting your bathroom project completely from scratch, we've gathered some gorgeous ensuite ideas to help you create your dream master bathroom.
Ensuite ideas
1. Inject the feeling of space with reflective surfaces
Photography/Paul Craig and Megan Taylor
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There are lots of clever, space-boosting design tricks that work wonders on an ensuite and make a small bathroom look bigger .
Decorating with mirrors is top of the list. ‘Mirrors are essential for bouncing natural light around the room, instantly brightening and uplifting,’ enthuses Yousef Mansuri, Head of Design at C.P. Hart .
‘Be brave and experiment with shapes and sizes. Oversized mirrors help to make a room look much bigger, while an interesting frame design can add important detail to plain décor.’
Practical features to look out for include integrated demister pads and bathroom lighting ideas for the mirror. ‘It is always practical to put an illuminated mirror on a separate circuit to the other lights in your ensuite to give the option of ambient lighting when required, usually at night,’ adds Yousef.
2. Step into the light
Photography/Chris Snook
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Stepping out of a dark, cozy bedroom into a light-filled ensuite is an uplifting way to start any day.
In this modern design by Scenesmith , dead space between the bedroom and ensuite was fitted with bespoke wardrobes in rich ebony oak veneer.
The luxurious walk-through dressing space ends in sliding pocket doors that can be left open to allow borrowed light from the ensuite into the North-facing bedroom.
‘The dark finish of the cabinetry contrasts and exaggerates the delight of the bright, sun-lit ensuite beyond,’ explains Scenesmith’s director Sophie Smith.
3. Raise the floor
Photography/Alexander James
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If you’re lucky enough to have a view worth seeing from your ensuite, make sure the bath is perfectly pitched to enjoy it.
‘The view from this new ensuite is stunning, so we built a raised platform to make the most of the vistas across the gardens, while at the same time making it much easier to install the new waste pipes,’ recalls interior designer Henriette Von Stockhausen .
Here, Henriette has opted for a clever small bathroom flooring idea by choosing reclaimed wood - crucial for adding warmth in the high-ceiling space.
‘The most important thing for me in any bathroom is to make it feel like a room, so I love to add art, rugs and curtains, just as you would anywhere else in the house,’ adds Henriette.
4. Add pattern and color using wallpaper
Photography/Mike Garlick
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Taking design cues from the living room to soften the hard lines and cold surfaces usually found in ensuites is a growing trend. Think flowing curtains, vintage furniture and pretty patterns.
Thanks to modern ventilation systems, and a bit of common sense, you can even incorporate wallpaper in your ensuite.
‘Wallpaper works really well in ensuites, injecting maximum pattern and color in a small area,’ says interior designer Penny Morrison .
Penny recommends using small bathroom tile ideas for splashbacks or upstands behind the bathtub and basin to protect wallpaper from direct splashes: 'A large sheet of glass sealed over the wallpaper is one of my favourite solutions, as it allows you to enjoy more pattern.’
5. Create a smooth flow from room-to-room
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When searching for ensuite ideas to help you decorate, try to create a sense of flow from your bedroom into the bathroom with a complementary scheme.
‘This does not necessarily mean being too matchy. However, picking out key colors works particularly well,’ advises, Helen Shaw, UK director, Benjamin Moore .
‘Your ensuite should feel personal and have the same haven feeling as your bedroom. Soothing pastel shades or off-whites help to ensure the room feels relaxing while also maintaining a feeling of spaciousness due to the lightness of the colors.’
Why not take things one step further and create the ultimate bedroom-bathroom feel with master bedroom ideas with bath.
6. Let there be light
Photography/Anson Smart
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Nothing beats natural daylight for waking you up in the morning. Combine with one of these walk-in shower ideas and you’ll be ready to tackle whatever the day brings.
If a regular window is out, consider a roof window or sky light directly above the shower area, pitching the ceiling up into the loft space if necessary. Invest in self-cleaning glass and triple glazing to keep your ensuite cosy and quiet.
7. Use curved fixtures and fittings to make the most of the space
Photography/Mary Wadsworth
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If you want to include a bathtub in your ensuite, curves are the secret to comfortable access.
In this master bathroom , Gunter & Co were tasked with finding space for a generous shower and double-ended bathtub, without making the room feel cramped. ‘There is nothing spa-like about a tub that’s wedged in,’ says interior designer Irene Gunter.
‘We designed a curved vanity and had a shower enclosure curved to match, which gave us the extra inches we needed around the tub.’ Bespoke curved glass is expensive but quadrant enclosures, which are curved at one end, are readily available.
8. Reconfigure the boundaries between your bedroom and bathroom
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When reconfiguring your sleeping quarters to include an ensuite, don’t assume the bedroom should be allocated the biggest space.
Since your eyes are mostly closed when in bed, why not go big in the bathroom?
Kitchen Architecture shows us how it’s done with this decadent ensuite and dressing room idea , which means the bedroom can afford to be smaller.
Featuring floor-to-ceiling built-in wardrobes amid sleek designer bathroom fittings by Agape, the luxury of spaciousness is achieved without compromising on clothes storage.
9. Maintain your privacy
Photography/Adam Carter
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The dream scenario in any ensuite layout is to position the toilet on the same wall as the entrance, so on view from the bedroom.
Sadly, the soil pipe position on an external wall often overrules. Here, bathroom company Ripples commissioned a bespoke iron modesty panel, which has become the highlight of this traditional ensuite.
Other options include hiding the toilet behind a shower enclosure or dwarf wall. ‘Frosted, fluted or tinted shower glass is a really nice, unintrusive way of creating privacy in the shower,’ adds Jo Sangster, senior designer, Ripples.
10. Add a powder room area to your ensuite
Photography/Suzanna Scott
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If your ensuite bathroom is blessed with an abundance of natural light it could be the perfect spot for a dressing table. East-facing bathrooms are particularly suitable for applying make-up as the light is soft and flattering.
In this Californian ensuite, Geremia Design included a generous dressing table in the same grey-stained oak veneer as the basin unit opposite. ‘The natural light is perfect for reflecting accurate skin tones in the mirror and the view is nice too. It’s a pleasant place to sit,’ says principle designer Lauren Geremia.
A space-saving small bathroom storage idea is to consider combining the two by tucking a stool under one end of a wide basin/vanity unit.
11. Spread out with a double washbasin
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Traditionally known as his and hers washbasins, yet now more correctly named a double basin, oversized bathroom vanity ideas with sinks offer oodles more space if you share both bedroom and bathroom with a partner.
You can choose separate twin washbasins with matching dual mirrors, or opt for a lengthy trough-style sink and a single landscaped mirror, or a combination of both.
Either way, it's definitely worth it if you have the space, not just because of the harmony and symmetry that it adds to an ensuite, but because it also gives you room to stretch out.
12. Create a hidden entrance
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Installing a new ensuite, as well as fitted storage? Why not design your walk in closet around the door to your bathroom by giving it a concealed entrance?
Placing the entrance to your ensuite behind a matching closet door will streamline your bedroom space further, while creating a hidden sanctuary for you to completely relax in.
13. Don't hold back with luxe fixtures
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Save the practical design choices for the family bathroom. Your ensuite is where you want to splash out on your decor, from marble tiles and sleek flooring to that gorgeous brass bathtub you've always wanted.
Also, as is the case with many ensuites, you don't necessarily have to shut the room off from your bedroom, either. The benefits of leaving the space open, much like an open plan living space, include more light in both rooms, as well as the obvious visual space gain.
While you don't necessarily need to have each space decorated in a matching style, you should aim to choose certain pieces of furniture or decor colors that will link the two spaces together.
14. Make the most of the space with a wet room
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If space is an issue, consider making your ensuite a wet room. Smart wet room ideas allow you to remove any barriers or screens leaving the space more open, both physically and visually.
'You can create a true wet room by not having a shower screen at all,' says Michael Marcer of Ripples, 'especially if you have underfloor heating to dry the room quickly. But we usually put in a small screen to prevent the rest of the bathroom getting wet.
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15. Stick to soothing textures and shades
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If your personal taste is more farmhouse than futuristic, then allow your ensuite to be the place where you can execute this look to the max.
Decorate the space in soft, soothing shades and splash out on the ultimate bathroom indulgence. A claw-footed tub will help you to achieve a super relaxed scheme.
What typically makes up an ensuite bathroom?
If you're wondering what typically makes up an ensuite bathroom, you've come to the right place.
You can have an ensuite toilet, but the bare minimum required for an ensuite to earn bathroom status is a WC, basin and shower.
A compact ensuite bathroom that utilises space saving fittings is possible within just 13 square feet but aim for at least 17 square feet if possible. An ensuite with a bath should be around 5 x 6.5 feet for comfort.
The amount of space you afford should reflect anticipated use.
For example, an ensuite for occasional guests can afford to be much smaller than one for a master bedroom that is typically used daily by two people.
How do I get more light into an ensuite?
There are a number of ways to get more light into an ensuite.
Since windowless bedrooms are undesirable, ensuite bathrooms created in space stolen from bedrooms are often windowless.
Installing a new window doesn’t usually require planning permissions. The window should be similar in design and construction to those in the rest of the house, and windows on upper-floor side elevations should feature obscure glazing.
Other options include widening the doorway between bedroom and ensuite to share light from the bedroom. Internal windows play a similar role and can be installed above head height to protect privacy.
Skylights and rooflights are also great for bringing in daylight without worrying about being overlooked by neighbors. Suitability will depend on the type of roof above your ensuite, and budget constraints.
A sun tunnel is less disruptive and emits a soft defused light.
How do you decorate and arrange a small ensuite?
So you've got your layout sorted, but how do you decorate and arrange a small ensuite?
There are no hard or fast rules, but it helps to start by establishing if you’re looking for the calm, clean lines of minimalist fittings or the more decorative but cosier vibe of traditional/vintage design.
If natural light is lacking, seek out light-reflecting materials like glossy tiles and of course mirrors. An ensuite can also prove the perfect place to experiment with luxurious materials, such as designer mosaics, as the smaller surface area won’t blow your budget.
The quickest way to make an ensuite feel cramped is to overcrowd it with fittings. Allow at least 28 inches (70cm) in front of the toilet and wash basin and 32-40 inches (80-100cm) in front of the bathtub and shower.
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9 Modern Bathroom Design Ideas in 2022 and 109 photos
I have prepared 9 design rules - follow them and you are guaranteed a beautiful and modern bathroom interior that is relevant for years.
Trends in 2022 are extremely adequate: simplicity, naturalness, balance, neutral colors. This is the situation where fashion can be followed.
- Contemporary bathroom design through solidity
- 1. Countertop instead of conventional sink
- 2. Contemporary built-in taps
- 3. Lifting everything off the floor and hanging it up
- 4. Closed storage areas
- 5. Swapping a bathtub for a shower
- Ideas for trendy 2022 bathroom interiors
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No bright unnatural colors 7.0010 Tiles with imitation of natural materials
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- 8. Large tiles
- 9. Combination of gray and wood
Modern bathroom design through solidity
Bathroom interior in 2022 is primarily a monolithic layout without dark corners and hard-to-reach places.
The main idea of modern bathroom design is a holistic appearance, as if the bathroom is carved from a single piece of stone. If now it seems abstract, then by the end of the material you will clearly understand how to make a beautiful and modern bathroom interior :
- No dark corners
- No gaps
- The floor is as unloaded as possible
- Everything that is possible is built in
- All objects hidden from prying eyes
The following is an explanation with examples of real photos, but mostly from expensive fashionable bathrooms. Be sure to read more mundane materials:
- Small bathroom design - 9 rules
- 4 sqm bathroom with washing machine and toilet - 80+ placement examples
Here is a bathroom with expensive fixtures, but would you call such a design modern?
No.
Just because there is no such solidity here. And here is:
Now let's take a closer look at how this idea is implemented in practice.
1. Countertop instead of conventional washbasin
Conventional washbasins are used less and less in modern bathrooms. Their fixed size does not allow them to be built in without gaps. The gaps between the sink and the bathroom or wall greatly reduce the cost of the appearance. Built-in or overhead bowls are used instead of conventional sinks to create perfect seams.
The top itself is made of drywall (tiled or mosaic), chipboard or acrylic. Because this design is made by hand, you can achieve perfect joints. We are not tied to standard sizes, but the cabinet will also have to be made to order.
In the photo below, look only at the countertops and the washbasin, more about the faucets.
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Modern built-in mixers This item is not worth 2. A sink built into the countertop + a cool faucet is critical and raises the level of the bathroom interior to a fundamentally different level.
It's like the difference between an old floor-standing toilet and a wall-hung toilet with an installation - it's worth the extra money.
Yes, built-in faucets are more expensive, but they take bathroom design to the next level.
Cleaning Bonus:
- When the faucet is in the wall, chrome remains chrome. I think many people living in areas where water contains salts know how quickly ordinary faucets lose their appearance.
- Dirt and yellow water stains constantly accumulate around the common ones at the point of contact with the sink, which are inconvenient to clean.
Faucet design has also taken a big step forward over the past 5 years, and by 2022 their choice is simply huge. There are also relatively inexpensive built-in ones.
Ordinary ones also come with a beautiful modern design, but you lose the practicality bonus:
Modern finishes - neutral background. And against this neutral background, current sanitary ware and faucets look especially advantageous.
3. Lifting everything from the floor and hanging it
Our eye judges the area of a room by the free floor. More floor means more area. Therefore, the trend of recent years is to hang a cabinet, a closet and a toilet.
Fashion is not always adequate. But the idea of hanging really makes the bathroom beautiful, modern and practical . There is no this dark space under the furniture, under which dirt is constantly clogged, and at the same time it is inconvenient to clean it because of the legs.
If deep textured porcelain stoneware is laid on the floor, then under the cabinet or bathtub you can make LED lighting.
On a textured tile, the light will give shadows and volume - it looks very cool. Floating bath effect:
4. Closed storage areas
2 facts:
- In any bathroom there is a huge amount of shampoos, gels, creams and other toothpastes and brushes.
- All this looks bad and should be hidden.
You can make as cool and modern a renovation as you like, but the eternal mess due to mismatched jars will ruin everything.
Usually, from the storage systems in the bathroom, only drawers in the cabinet. But they are not enough and almost always hygiene products are in sight. The solution is a narrow vertical hanging cabinet. It holds a huge amount of things, while it takes up almost no usable space. Choose a color for the rest of the design - you don’t need the cabinet to stand out. For light - white gloss, for dark - black, gray, wood effect.
5. Replacing the bath with a shower
Don't rush to defend your right to wallow in the bath.
Yes, this is a cool opportunity. But in today's world, time is the most valuable resource. And it is functionally a shower without a chance better than a bath.
If you just think about this question, then the decision to take up space in the bathroom with an extra item that will later waste your time and water does not seem so obvious. Therefore, a bath is only if you are a fan (like me). Otherwise, shower.
We already have a separate material about the design of a bathroom with a shower.
Bathroom interior design ideas for 2022
Fashion is controversial. Especially in the design of bathrooms, where renovations are done for many years. The good news is that now there are impeccably adequate trends in repairs. Interior fashion is not the area where some crazy things and kitsch are at the forefront. Simplicity, natural materials and functionality - it is unlikely that this will soon become irrelevant.
6. No bright unnatural colors finishes
Bright unnatural colors in bathroom finishes are a sure sign of an obsolete renovation.
Now nobody does that anymore. Accents and colors are added by decors, accessories and textiles. Even in the bathroom there are towels and rugs, which also have their own colors and all this should be combined.
The main idea: a boring design can always be kept alive with decoration, but an overloaded design cannot be saved.
But this thought, lest you be afraid, is really boring and will not work. If you do not keep this idea in mind, it may turn out to be a collective farm. Balance, integrity, accuracy, naturalness, spaciousness are the main ideas of modern bathroom design. Motley colors, luxury, excessive complexity and impracticality are relics of the past.
Good news and with the question of which ceiling to choose in the bathroom - stretch matte, it has no minuses (almost none).
7. Tiles with imitation of natural materials
Let's finish the walls with glazed colored incomprehensibly what do you think? Sounds so so.
Here are 3 examples. The first photo shows an ultra-modern bathtub, but the tiles spoil everything. Second, everything is outdated. On the third, it seems not so bad, but the tile is unprincipled and unnatural.
What about wood, stone, travertine, marble, metal and concrete? This is exactly what modern tiles should be like - imitating real materials.
About tile design in modern style and how to choose tiles for the bathroom and how to lay out the walls.. Never imagine the final renovation as a bare finish of the room. Visualize immediately the real room, how it will look after the move and the appearance of all things and textiles. Then the probability of overdoing it with the intensity of finishing will decrease.
8. Large tiles
If the previous points are observed and the interior of the bathroom looks holistic, then the rule works:
The larger the tiles, the better and more modern the bathroom design looks.
If the wall is enough for two whole tiles, that's enough. The minimum size from which you can consider is 60 × 20 cm, more is better. The mosaic stands apart.
This also applies to tile joints - they must be in color or gray so as not to crush the plane into patches. There should not be a feeling that the walls of the bathroom are pasted over with separate elements. Everything should look like a natural whole.
9. Combination of gray and wood
The apotheosis of the entire 2nd section is gray and wood. These 2 components are already enough for a beautiful bathroom design. And it's not about color, it's about texture. Veins, knots and gouges on high-quality woodgrain stoneware. The roughness and unevenness of an infinite number of types of gray concrete and stone tiles.
By combining tones of different brightness in different proportions, you can create a bathroom of any modern style:
- Light colors and light wood effect tiles for a Scandinavian style bathroom.
- Darker colors and concrete look - loft bathroom.
- White color and lack of decor - minimalism.
- Ultra-modern plumbing, hidden light, metal and glass - high-tech.
- Marble, freestanding bathtub and expensive Art Deco decor.
By the way, a free-standing bathtub is the only moment where you should not follow fashion. This is a monstrously impractical solution that looks beautiful only in the picture. Many dream in pictures. Not worth it. The bath is overboard, but otherwise the modern renovation ideas are very good.
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Modern style bathroom design (72 photos): interior ideas, renovation
People, for whom "interior design" is not an empty phrase, strive to follow fashion trends in the design of each area of their home.
They are more stable than in the fashion industry, but unlike it, they offer not only visually beautiful, but also functional solutions. Today we will talk about the design features of a bathroom in a modern style - the most vulnerable and personal space.
Modern Style Features
There was a moment in the history of art when artists renounced past canons and created a new art in opposition to them. A similar situation occurred with the modern style, which at the dawn of its heyday was built on principles opposite to the classical directions.
Traditional interiors are built around clear means of expression, strict composition and content. In contrast, contemporary is a universal solution that adapts to the needs of housing, worries about comfort, and is also a canvas for bold ideas. It does not have clearly regulated rules, and all visual diversity is united by several principles:
- Modern space has a well-thought-out layout, including functional areas and empty spaces for free movement.
- This interior was created by people for people, so each item is easy to use and is part of a single whole.
- Contemporary can be the basis for unusual design objects, contemporary art and pop culture elements.
- The decoration of the room should be restrained and embodied in the beauty of flowing lines, clean shapes, varied textures.
- The color scheme varies depending on the nature of the interior. If it has a more concise vibe, a neutral palette is used, and contrasting combinations can be added for brightness.
- A modern-style room is a place where artificial materials look appropriate. True, the trends of recent years dictate a return to nature, so when choosing, you need to focus on the goals of the project.
The bathroom is ideal for demonstrating the wide possibilities of direction, mainly due to its specific conditions, as well as the practical use of space.
Bathroom colors
In the contemporary style, many shades look organic if they are arranged in a harmonious color scheme.
Consider the most popular solutions.
Modern white bathroom
A versatile color, white is the perfect match for any outfit. It is used for finishing walls, ceilings and sanitary ware.
Color is often used as a dominant color to create a spacious, slightly "sterile" atmosphere in the bathroom. To avoid rapid contamination of surfaces, it is necessary to select materials that can be cleaned.
Gray contemporary bathroom
Another popular option in modern interiors, which is combined with monochrome or contrasting shades. It gives a feeling of rigor, restraint, but at the same time - a mature style.
The textures of materials will help to diversify gray, and the lighting will “revive” its cold aesthetics.
Modern black bathroom
In classical styles, black can be found in the form of small details, but almost never - as an integral element of the interior. Spacious modern bathrooms will cope with its oppressive depth and beat it in the most favorable light.
Despite the compatibility of black with almost the entire palette, it is better to use it in tandem with natural or less saturated shades.
Modern style brown bathroom
Brown can stand alone or be incorporated into natural wood surfaces. In any case, this is a great option for a discreet modern bathroom that features monolithic volumes.
Chocolate, brick, coffee shades look noble. In such an interior, the classics are invisibly present, denounced in modern forms.
Blue contemporary bathroom
This color in the bathroom is often taken to design a marine theme, making direct associations with water. But by itself, blue gives a calm, peaceful atmosphere, which is ideal for such a room.
The shade of blue is mainly used for wall decoration. Against its background, furniture made of light wood, as well as white objects, harmoniously looks.
Finishes and materials
Modern style bathroom finishing materials are only practical requirements, and the visual image may vary depending on the design project.
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Ceramic tile has long been a traditional finishing option in this space. She is not afraid of water, high temperatures and is easy to clean. You can choose a product not only by pattern, but also by size or shape.
Porcelain stoneware, which has gained popularity due to its operational properties, looks appropriate in an interior that gravitates towards the classics. Moreover, its coating does not slip, which is especially important in a room with constant humidity.
The use of a self-leveling floor as a base allows you to embody the most daring ideas - from the seabed to abstract compositions. Its glossy surface only enhances the realistic effect.
The wooden base is expensive, which is associated with the need to apply moisture-resistant protection, since wood does not tolerate the negative effects of the environment. But the natural, lively aesthetic is well worth the effort.
Walls
The most budgetary type of finish is considered to be painting.
Suitable for walls with inconspicuous flaws that can be easily hidden by ordinary putty. May have a matte or glossy design.
One can meet in a bathroom in a modern style and wallpaper, but not paper, but moisture resistant - this is a must. Such varieties are easy to care for, but, in comparison with other materials, do not differ in durability.
As with flooring, ceramic tiles are also the most popular option for walls. Recently, it has been fashionable to veneer the entire surface or only certain sections with hexagonal products.
Plastic panels imitating other textures are also used in the interior. Natural stone is considered the most expensive material, but only it can create both a luxurious and minimalistic look.
Ceiling
Painting is chosen if the height of the walls does not allow the installation of suspended structures. A smooth painted ceiling looks stylish and restrained, but it is not suitable for mounting recessed lights, which are often used in modern bathrooms.
Plasterboard products are very flexible and can take any shape required by the design project. Only for the bathroom you need to choose a moisture-resistant base.
PVC film stretch ceilings are quick to install, available in a variety of finishes and slightly reduce the height of the walls. On the one hand, they will protect against a flood from the top floor, but on the other hand, they can be damaged with a slight mechanical impact.
Contemporary style bathroom furniture
The modern bathroom is filled with furniture of clear shapes and lines with a minimalist design. Most often these are items made of wood or MDF, as a cheaper base.
The priority is hanging cabinets of compact dimensions, which form a single volume. Their location is not limited by style rules, only by the features of space.
Many bathroom interiors feature countertops along one stone or wood wall. Wash basins, storage places, household appliances are built into it.
Speaking of the latter - despite the modern nature of the room, it is better to hide the washing machine, dryer and other appliances from prying eyes behind furniture facades, as they clutter up the space.
Plumbing
For a modern style bathroom, buy newfangled products that are functional, comfortable to use and ergonomic. A bath is often combined with a shower or limited to the latter alone. Bulky fonts have been replaced by shower corners - now this is part of the space, hidden behind a glass partition.
Allocating a separate room only for water procedures is a completely irrational decision. Now you can find a place in it for a toilet bowl, which is limited to a compact hanging model, without a bowl, as well as a barrel.
In addition to standard shapes, there are also bowl washbasins - round, oval or rectangular. It is customary to build faucets into the wall, and instead of two-valve ones, stop at single-lever models.
Decor and lighting
General subject and decoration compositions serve here as decorations.
In a modern style, each object is in its place, so the illegible weaving of decorative details can break the harmony. To diversify the bathroom, you should choose accessories with an interesting design.
An organizer can be hung in the shower cabin, and the walls can be decorated with hanging shelves. Even a cup for toothbrushes made of aesthetic material, instead of the usual plastic counterparts, will “refresh” the interior.
Choose interesting fabrics for bath towels, bathrobes and rugs that will stand out from the overall color ensemble. Mirrors of different geometric shapes will not only expand the space, but also help to complicate its design.
Contemporary lighting is an important functional and decorative element. According to the rules, several lighting schemes are installed: general lighting, for which built-in spotlights are responsible, as well as sconces or suspensions in the washing area. Mirrors with illumination around the perimeter of the frame look stylish.
Pay attention to the covering of the ceiling and other objects in the room. Glossy ones intensify the light, and for matte ones you need to organize more saturated lighting.
Modern small bathroom design
Unlike the classics, the modern style can adapt to the specifics of the layout, so it can be safely used to design small-sized bathrooms. This will help following these principles:
1. Wall decoration should have an even coating or be decorated with plain tiles of small sizes, for example, imitating brickwork. True, working with such details is a troublesome task. As an alternative, large-format products with fine relief look good.
2. In modern bathrooms up to 5 square meters, it is better to finish the floor with narrow ceramic tiles.
3. The color scheme consists of light shades that are enhanced under bright lighting.
4. The furniture set should be limited to the essentials. The priority is hanging specimens, since in small bathrooms it is recommended to use a vertical area.
