Before you start renovating the bathrooms in your home, do take the time to do some proper research into the different design ideas and trends doing the rounds at the moment so you can work out what you like and what you don’t.
This is a far more sensible way of carrying out home improvements than just starting the job and deciding as you go, which could end up being quite expensive if you decide halfway through that you don’t think something works.
The vintage look will always go over well in this particular part of the house, so don’t discount something as being outdated or too traditional… you can still achieve a vintage aesthetic with a lovely contemporary feel if you’re clever about it.
In terms of trends, you might want to have a quick look at this article on the Better Homes & Gardens website if you’re keen to adopt a rather 70s look in the bathroom. Apparently, it’s all about colour, colour and more colour for bathrooms right now, a style that many a homeowner is now adopting these days.
An all-white bathroom has been the trend for quite some time, but this is fast disappearing in the face of pastels, jewel tones and bold shades.
Tips from the news source to help you get this look just right include thinking colour for your appliances and then keeping the rest of the space more neutral. You could, for example, opt for an all-grey bathroom and then create a beautiful focal point in the room by installing a stunning pastel basin.
Other vintage-inspired trends you may like to keep an eye out for include skirted sinks. These were popular way back when in the 70s and it’s the perfect way to create some storage but keep all those bottles, brushes and rolls of toilet paper hidden from view. You could easily do this as a DIY project yourself in an afternoon, even if you don’t have any particular sewing skills.
If you’d rather hit the 20s or 30s design nail on the head, what about going for a monochrome chessboard pattern on the floor of your bathroom? Combine this kind of flooring with contemporary fixtures and fittings, and you’ll soon see your bathroom come to life.
If you aren’t planning on changing the actual decor that much in this part of the house but just want to refresh some of the fixtures, why don’t you swap out your current tub for a clawfoot bath? A standalone tub will always look great and the clawfoot style is sure to prove appealing to one and all at home.
And don’t forget the power of a large centrepiece candle or even a vintage mirror. These come in all sorts of different shapes, sizes and styles so you’re sure to be able to find one that suits your design ideas down to the ground.
