Welcome to Together for the Revival, in which we stick to designers through the renovating and decorating process of historic properties. In our initial-ever Together for the Revival series, designer Caitlin Wilson invitations us into her 1920s Georgian residence in Dallas’ Highland Park as she reimagines it for fashionable everyday living.
I’m typically stunned by the quantity of folks who overlook their bathrooms when decorating their properties. To me, they deliver some of the most exciting structure alternatives! Intricate tile mosaics, antique-brass taps, effectively-created cabinetry: There’s no scarcity of thrilling details when you are setting up a lavatory renovation. In the lavatory, extra than something else, the order in which you make people choices matters.
In this house, we have 5 bathrooms, so I have had a lot of finding out options. In this article are a handful of insider toilet style and design recommendations that I have gleaned from all these rooms.
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Be all set to decide on your fixtures.
Very first issues to start with: Right before you do just about anything else, you have to pick out your fixtures—the everlasting sections of a toilet that have to be plumbed in, like the bathtub, bathroom, sinks, and faucets. Why? Due to the fact your builder desires to know which valves to purchase to accommodate your fixtures. After you decide on, you are committed. For me, that was a ton of stress early in the system.
At a showroom, you can simply be certain that you need to obtain all your homes’ fixtures from the very same seller. The truth of the matter is, you do not have to choose just one. There are heaps of options out there, but as extended as you use the very same seller for each and every lavatory, you won’t travel your builder nuts.
Caitlin Wilson’s bathroom inspiration.
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Use finishes to set up your design.
Do you want your toilet to come to feel relaxed or formal? Fashionable or traditional? Irrespective of whether you go with chrome, nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, or brass, the finish you pick out goes a very long way towards setting up the room’s aesthetic. I love how Waterworks’ porcelain levers really feel aged-world—fitting for our residence, which was originally designed in 1920.
I chose a handful of different finishes in the course of our bathrooms, but largely went with unlacquered brass and polished nickel. A suggestion: If you’re having difficulties with consistency, you can very substantially usually depend on polished nickel golds are not made equivalent.
Take into consideration the art of cabinetry.
I surely sense like you can overthink cabinetry. When we crafted our to start with dwelling, we extra a cabinet house for each and every. solitary. detail. I had custom made cabinets and drawers in all places. I acquired my lesson on that—sometimes when there are far too quite a few created-ins, it takes absent the warmth and character.
In this property, I did not use as a lot of crafted-ins simply because I wished to leave room for accumulating and layering antiques. The bogs, nevertheless, ended up spots I could go big on cabinetry. In the girls’ bathroom, I incorporated a scallop into the cabinetry to give it a French, antique come to feel. In the baby’s bathroom, I added a tall cabinet for storage and a trellis overlay so it feels like a charming piece of household furniture fairly than a massive cupboard.
The mild blue and white marble ground in Caitlin Wilson’s bathroom provides visual interest to the house.
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Never forget about the mirror.
Mirrors are underrated! Just as finishes can established the tone for a area, mirrors are an option to make a assertion. It is not necessary to pick out a mirror that matches your self-importance. Whether you are customizing your mirror or browsing for an antique, check out to uncover a mirror about the exact width as your vainness. If they really don’t match absolutely, that is Alright aim for a mirror which is about 75 per cent as extensive. As considerably as height, the taller the superior.
Wallpaper is the terrific uniter.
Early on, I purchased a custom made bathtub, painted in my beloved periwinkle blue. It was gorgeous and great, and I had no doubt it would be the piéce de resistance in our girls’ bathroom. 3 months immediately after I purchased it, I uncovered a slab of pink marble that I couldn’t live without the need of.
I wasn’t setting up to use various shades in a person place, but how could I pick amongst the marble and this stunning bathtub? Wallpaper to the rescue! By deciding on a pattern that pulled the two colours with each other, I did not have to select.
With all thanks respect to the kitchen area, we could make a solid case for the lavatory currently being the coronary heart of the home. It’s the place exactly where you start off each individual morning and wind down at the stop of every single night. And when you are in need of a comprehensive recharge, there is nothing fairly like a extended bathtub to clean away the strain of the working day.
The lavatory is crucial to wellbeing and joy, which is why it is so important to make a area that goes over and above just purposeful. A couple considerate structure choices—and some parts from Duravit’s Zen-channeling Zencha assortment—can take yours from the location where by you shower and brush your enamel to a comprehensive-on sanctuary. Stock up on the experience masks and bath bombs and soak in these expert tips adhere to them, and your new preferred all-several hours spa awaits.
Set the stage for the top bubble bath.
Go forward, consider the plunge. At extra than 49 inches extensive and almost 17 inches deep, the square Zencha tub is meant to recreate an onsen tub, the centuries-old Japanese ritual of soaking in a sizzling spring. The major variance in this tub is the considerable depth and the carefully sloping backrests obtainable on either facet, both of those developed to invite lingering. Just add water—plus your newest e-book club browse and a lavender candle or two.
Maintain your seat heat.
Hey, all people does it. But the savviest have been known to take care of enterprise on a wise toilet, which does way extra than merely flush. Duravit’s solutions come with a mild washing bathroom-bidet combo, a warm air dryer, heated seat, and an odor extraction perform to guarantee your you-know-what really doesn’t stink. Los Angeles inside designer Hema Persad states it is a need to in any toilet she produces simply because, “Every shopper is like, ‘wow, this has changed my existence.’”
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If you’re an everything-in-its-put kind, you are going to respect toilet home furniture with sizable storage solutions, like the compartments and drawers (all with soft-close engineering) in Duravit’s vainness models. The cabinetry’s cleanse, straight strains and all-natural hues include to its tranquil vibe Persad points out, “Anything you can do to provide your lavatory nearer to nature is likely to give you that Zen experience.”
And for merchandise that can not be stashed away, like shampoo or hand soap, she advises purchasers to be mindful of packaging. “I glimpse for fairly bottles or solutions that I can really keep out,” she states, but you really don’t have to get extravagant about it. Even drugstore favorites look sophisticated when decanted inside a smooth glass bottle choose for larger sized refill sizes of the product or service to pour into yours, and you will be earning an eco-pleasant decision as nicely as a chic one particular.
Reduce down on cleansing.
Impressed by Japanese tea bowls, designer Sebastian Herkner’s clean basins—available with and with no a faucet deck—have a streamlined, rounded condition that makes them will work of art. But the greatest function may well be the WonderGliss coating baked into the ceramic. Made to repel filth and limestone, it wipes absent hrs of cleansing time.
Discover your light.
With a glare-absolutely free LED strip encircling Duravit’s contoured mirrors you can skip severe overhead lights and truly feel like the fairest of them all. And this mirror is usually ready for your shut-up you can manage your great settings—plus a de-fogging system—through a sensor swap at the base of the frame or an application on your mobile phone.
Get a little bit wild.
Together with employing pure components like wood cabinetry and stone countertops in a bathroom’s décor, Persad likes to provide in plants to cultivate a comforting, spa-like environment. (Right after all, research have touted greenery’s capacity to reduce stress.) “If you are placing vegetation in the shower, I would go with a trailing pothos or a fern because they like shade and water,” she implies. “If it is a countertop, succulents are excellent simply because they are smaller and you never will need to h2o them also much.”
See to the wonderful aspects.
Some may well like it hot, but fairly much all of us enjoy a toasty towel. Which is why a warming rack is an additional have to-have in the spaces Persad patterns. As the professional factors out, “It’s just so nice to get out of a shower or bath and have a awesome, very hot towel.”
Another trick to brighten up your bathing regimen: Putting in a skylight when feasible to develop the result of, as Persad says “Being able to shower less than the solar.” Not only does a skylight appear wonderful but she’s found, “there’s something about it that genuinely just helps with people’s mental wellbeing.”
Unless you’re one of the (very) few people that plans their decor around a feature piece of brassware, it’s unlikely that buying bathroom faucets is going to be top of your to-do list. But that doesn’t mean it should be an afterthought – if anything, brassware should be a top priority when it comes to planning a bathroom.
It’s easy to underestimate the hard work moving parts like shower fittings and faucets are required to put in on a daily basis. Choose something substandard in quality or just not suited to your space, and you will quickly regret it. Broken faucets can be costly to repair or replace – particularly if they are wall or floor mounted. That’s why, when you are conjuring up a list of bathroom ideas, it’s wise to allocate a substantial part of your thought and budget to your brassware.
Faucets do present the chance to embrace current bathroom trends through a metallic finish such as gold or bronze, or to enhance a traditional bathroom through classic copper or brass that will age gracefully over time. That said, every look requires a different level of maintenance – and that aftercare should also be considered before you buy.
Read on to discover the key questions you should ask before you invest in bathroom brassware. You may be surprised at just how much thought can go into a faucet, but you won’t regret spending that little extra time…
1. What style do I want?
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There’s no question that your brassware options can definitely be overwhelming. It’s best to begin by narrowing down the finish and general design style – in other words, contemporary, classic or traditional.
Once that’s settled, you can move on to finish, where again, your options have widened from a choice between chrome, nickel or brass. ‘Driven by the wealth of new finishes available on the market, they are reassessing the contribution brassware can make to the overall look of a bathroom,’ says Emma Joyce, brand manager, House of Rohl (opens in new tab). ‘For example, a sophisticated matt black finish is a brilliant contemporary alternative to a standard chrome finish.’
It can look particularly stunning when paired with a black roll-top bath, as in this example from Victoria + Albert.
Polished nickel is still a good option for classic bathrooms – being warmer than chrome, but not as ‘bling’ as gold. For more traditional bathrooms, ‘living finishes’, like unlacquered brass, bronze and copper will age in random ways that add patina and charm to your bathroom… though they’re not recommended for perfectionists.
2. How much should I spend?
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Ask any bathroom designer or brassware expert, and you will get the same answer – spend as much as you can reasonably afford. And from our own experiences of home remodels, we would definitely agree. In fact, we’d go as far as to say it’s better to budget on the likes of a basin or even a bath than your faucet. It’s one of the biggest bathroom design mistakes you can make.
In fact, any ‘moving parts’ that are likely to be put under daily stresses – such as you faucets, shower system and toilet – should be where you spend the bulk of you budget, as they are the elements that are most likely to fail if you ‘go cheap’.
‘Very cheap brassware is never a good idea. It may look good to begin with, but in no time at all it can tarnish and begin to look tatty,’ says Emma Mottram, brand marketing manager at Laufen. ‘The solution is to invest in quality brassware from the get-go. It will not only look fantastic but will also save you money in the long run because you won’t need to replace it for years.’
‘I always advocate spending as much as you can afford,’ agrees Louise Ashdown, head of design at West One Bathrooms (opens in new tab). ‘Brassware takes the strain in the bathroom and poor build quality at lower price points can end up costing more in repairs and replacements in the long run.’
3. What is the faucet made from?
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Choosing brassware that stands the test of time is essential. ‘This is particularly important for those that are fitted into the wall; there’s often no direct access, which makes repairs trickier and more costly,’ says Yousef Mansuri, head of design at CP Hart (opens in new tab).
So how can you ensure the quality is good? We would definitely advise buying bathroom faucets from a ‘known’ supplier that has a warranty on the life of its brassware – and has been around long enough to establish a reputation for that quality.
Materials are important, too. Spend less, and you’re likely to get a faucet made from lower quality materials with less durable internal components. Increasing your budget means you’re more likely to get a faucet made from solid brass, which is very resistant to corrosion. Brass has long been the material of choice for this reason, hence the name “brassware’.
If you want something pretty indestructible, stainless steel is worth, ahem, splashing out for. It tends to be more expensive because the metal is harder to work with, but the taps are scratch resistant and durable. If you want the best of the best, look for mention of ‘316 marine-grade stainless steel’.
The final thing to be aware of is the ‘coating’ or finish of the faucet. Typically, four methods are used – PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition), lacquer, electroplating and powder coating.
PVD is considered the most durable finish around, and is commonly used for metallic effects such as on-trend gold. ‘It’s available on Roca’s Titanium Black and Rose Gold brassware,’ says the brand’s marketing manager, Natalie Bird. ‘As a coating, PVD boasts anti-corrosive and anti-limescale properties for a surface that’s highly resistant to scratches and cleaning products.’
Polished chrome electroplating is second to PVD in the durability stakes, and delivers a mirror-like look. Lacquers are less durable, but give a deep finish that can be glossy or flat. Finally, powder coats are often used to produce colored and/or textured taps, and are reasonably chip-resistant.
4. What’s my water pressure?
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‘Always check that the water pressure in your home is right for the brassware you choose,’ advises Emma Mottram, brand marketing manager at Laufen (opens in new tab). ‘Matching your tap or shower to the water pressure will deliver optimum performance, whereas a mismatch can lead to slow water flow and difficulties in getting an even and constant temperature.’
‘You can ask your plumber to calculate the water pressure for you or buy a gauge tool and work it out it yourself. Once you have the measurement, check the minimum water pressure requirement for your chosen products. Laufen and Roca brassware collections are all compatible with a water pressure of 50 PSI.’
For reference, ‘normal’ water pressure in the USA is judged at between 40 and 60 PSI, or a 50 PSI average. If you you find you have lower pressure around 30 PSI, you may need to look for a specialist faucet that can handle these lower flow rates. It doesn’t tend to be such an issue with showers, and pressure can usually be boosted with a pump.
5. Do I have basin holes? And how many?
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‘Before splashing out on brassware, take a quick look at your basin – how many tap holes does it have?’ explains Laufen’s Emma Mottram. ‘This will help you narrow down your options. For example, you could install wall-mounted brassware over a basin with no faucet holes. This hotel or luxury bathroom look works well with double washbasins.’
‘If your basin has one pre-drilled hole, you’ll need a monobloc faucet (a single spout that delivers a mixture of hot and cold water). If you have two pre-drilled holes, you’ll need a pillar tap with one tap for cold water and another for hot. These are operated by either rotating handles or levers.’
‘And if you have three pre-drilled holes, you’ll need a three-hole mixer faucet that delivers a mixture of hot and cold water through a single spout. Unlike the monobloc faucet, it will have separate water controls for hot and cold.’
6. Do I want everything to match?
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In a small bathroom, where everything can be seen at once, most designers will recommend that your brassware matches – and ideally that you buy it all from one manufacturer so that you can guarantee a consistent finish.
This doesn’t just apply to faucets, but to shower heads and controls, exposed pipework, flush plates and sometimes even peripherals such as towel bars and toilet paper holders.
In bigger bathrooms, there’s scope to mix up finishes more freely, without disrupting or destroying the overall look. ‘While I wouldn’t put copper and brass finishes too close together, there are finishes, like black and white for example, that pair really well with others,’ says Louise Ashdown.
7. If they’re vintage, have they been tested?
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If you’re eager to get that vintage bathroom look, you may have considered tracking down worn-in antique brassware. It can be a good option, but you should never buy on looks alone. Ideally, have reclaimed fittings reconditioned and tested to ensure they work properly. And if you plan to fit your antique taps onto existing sanitaryware, check that the hole sizes correspond and there’s enough room for fixings underneath.
Also be aware that toxic lead didn’t used to be used to make pipes, but also in some faucets, valves and fittings. It’s best to get any older faucets tested to ensure they won’t taint your water supply.
8. Where should my faucet sit in relation to my basin or bath?
Pairing and basin or bath with a faucet isn’t just about style – there are practical considerations, too. Aside from the holes (or lack of) in your ceramics, you will need to think about positioning.
A spout needs to project enough over the basin or bath that it doesn’t catch the edge and flood the worktop or floor below. Similarly, the height needs to be right. Too high and there will be too much splash. Too low and you might not fit your hands beneath to wash them.
Your plumber or contractor should be able to help you with this, but the industry standard distance between the hot and cold water taps is around 7 inches between the hole centers. As for spout reach from the faucet to the sink, again, a distance of 7 inches will give you ample space to wash your hands.
‘With so many options on the market choosing taps or faucets may cause a few issues, for example you may like the design, but does it work with your basin? Is it a mixer tap, is it too high, will the water flow cause splashing?’ says Duravit’s Martin Carroll. ‘That’s why Duravit has recently introduced a configurator, Duravit Best Match (opens in new tab), to find the perfect partnership of tap and washbasin.’
9. How do I clean the faucet?
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So how do you look after your new facet, once installed? Well it should be surprisingly easy – a simple wipe down after use with a soft cloth, warm water and washing- up liquid tends to work best. You should avoid using abrasive cleaners, as these can tarnish the surface of many taps, taking away their shine or spooiling a matt finish.
‘Our matt black and titanium black finishes for brassware not only make a stylish statement, but are easy to maintain,’ says Roca’s Natalie Bird. ‘No more smudged fingerprints or tarnished brassware – just a quick clean with soap and water will do the trick.’
It’s key to not let limescale to build up as this won’t just be hard to shift from teh surface of your faucet, it can also destroy its inner workings. if you live in a hard water area, consider investing in a water softener to help keep limescale at bay.
10. Will the faucet do its bit to save water?
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Most of us take the fresh water that’s piped to our homes for granted. But treating it and heating it use precious energy and resource, so if you’re environmentally conscious, you’ll want to use as little as possible by way of water-saving bathroom fittings.
‘We all have our part to play in saving water,’ says Natalie Bird, brand marketing manager at Roca. ‘Choosing bathroom brassware that features a flow limiter restricts the amount of water flowing out of the faucet.’
‘Roca has also developed the Cold Start system for its brassware. This means that when the tap is turned on, by default, the water will be cold. The handle then needs to be turned gradually introduce hot water. It’s only at this point that the furnace is engaged, therefore avoiding its unnecessary operation and potentially saving money on utility bills.’
It might not be your first consideration when you’re buying brassware, but we think it’s an easy way to do your bit for the environment that will have little impact on your lifestyle.
Although it’s a room rooted in function, the bathroom is the perfect space to flex your creativity. Bathroom design schemes should be built to last, but that doesn’t mean you need to keep dated finishes, fixtures or styles. There are endless ways to refresh your design (without a full remodel), whether with a new bathroom vanity, playful wallpaper design or the addition of modern bathroom decor. To inspire your next bathroom or powder room makeover, we asked our favorite interior designers and architects to share newbathroom trends that they’re loving for 2023.
From small bathrooms to luxury retreats, we’ve rounded up beautiful bathroom designs you’ll want to recreate. While some designers are sticking with neutrals like lighter tones and nature-inspired woods, which showed up in our 2022 bathroom trends list, others are all about going bold with intriguing tile designs and colorful cabinetry. Two of our experts believe statement bathrooms are making an entrance this year, which means turning yours into a high-end haven. As always, bathroom lighting is a topic of conversation — hint: one designer thinks decorative fixtures will be huge.
With 2023 only a month away, it’s the best time to gather fresh inspiration for your bathroom, regardless of its size. Whether you favor minimal, modern or rustic bathroom designs — or you’re looking to try an upcoming design style, you’re sure to find a trend that sparks interest this year.
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Lighter Tones, But Not White
“The all-white look is beginning to fade out more and more. People will still take the essence of lighter tones but lean toward taupe, cream, light pinks and warmer woods to balance spaces.” — Lindye Galloway, interior designer
“From pendants to sconces and ornate ceiling lights, bathroom spaces have become prime spaces for showcasing decorative lighting. Beautiful bathroom lighting can contribute to a soothing atmosphere and offer a sculptural element while still supporting the room’s functionality.” — Sarah Barnard, interior designer
“Think of taking textured tiles and mixing them with a flat surface, whether on the wall, floor or both. Taking geometric patterns and installing them in such a way that the pattern fades out into a solid design. Talk about a chic custom look without the extra cost.” — James Stanley, architectural designer
“Japandi design style is up and coming, and it will carry on into 2023 and beyond. Its Scandinavian design meets Japanese influence — slatted wood, black wood stains and modern shapes. We’re using black, chrome or white for our metals, not really bringing in any of the gold.” — Kelsey McGregor, founder of Kelsey Leigh Design Co
“People are leaning more toward artistic blends of traditional and different eras of the the past, like Art Deco and Art Nouveau integrations. Give the smaller areas, like powder rooms, a little more interest adds to the overall character of the home.” — Marissa Pope, interior designer
“Tile can be installed on the walls of a bathroom in place of paint or wallpaper. I’ve used dark tile on the back wall for a sophisticated contrast.” — Caren Rideau, founder of The Kitchen Design Group
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Nature-Inspired Elements
“I foresee natural wood tones and serene spaces being a key part of design in 2023. Incorporating exterior elements in the home with materials and organic features such as woods, concrete, plaster, rounded edges and earthy tones.” — Jessica Stull, owner of Parker Interiors
“I love a dusty green or blue bathroom. It really opens up the palette and allows you to work with so many more complementary hues.” — Kate Lester, interior designer
“This season, we’re really going to see a rise in what I like to call, ‘The New Statement Bathroom.’ This is a bathroom that makes me feel like I’ve been whisked away to a spa overlooking water. It means luxurious finishes (like natural stone and unlacquered brass), a large soaking tub, framed views bringing the outside in and cabinetry that looks and feels like you’d see in a high-end cocktail bar.” — Killy Scheer, Scheer & Co.
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The Bath Tub As a Focal Point
“A spa bathroom is always on trend. Bathrooms should serve as a respite from the outside world, a place to decompress and recharge. “— Sabra Ballon, ballonStudio
“In the next year, we’ll see more unique decor incorporated into bathrooms. This can range from artwork and hardware pieces to mirrors. I love that fun mirrors bring a touch of whimsy to a space.” — Lance Thomas, Thomas Guy Interiors
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All White Walls and Cabinetry
“An all-white bathroom is always calming and in style, but adding natural touches to the space — like wood mirrors and wicker baskets — gives it that much-needed contrast to make it interesting and inviting.” — Karen Wolf, K+Co Living
“Textured, decorative tile is likely to gain popularity in 2023. The shapes add decorative interest, dimension and artistry to a space, particularly for hand-crafted or highly detailed tiles. Uniquely textured tile may also catch shadows or reflect light, contributing to the room’s overall mood as lighting is modified.” — Sarah Barnard, interior designer
“Depending on the tone, gold goes with almost any color. However, it especially pairs well with neutrals. I personally love to use gold for light fixtures and cabinet hardware.” — Eddie Maestri, principal architect of Maestri Studio
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Bold (and Custom) Elements
“It’s all about a statement bathroom in 2023. That means a neutral color palette and incorporating various elements like stone, custom millwork, wall coverings and beautiful accessories to make the space pop.” — Brittany Farinas, CEO + Creative Director of House of One
“Showers covered in stone slabs are easy to clean, as dirty grout is not a concern. Stone is a classic material and a statement on its own.” — Caren Rideau, founder of The Kitchen Design Group
“Incorporating open-air shelving into your bathroom is a great way to add storage and give your space a hospitality feel. We recommend using organic elements, like natural wood or stone, to tie current trends into your existing space.” — Cameron Johnson, CEO & founder of Nickson Living
“Unexpected colors can do marvels for a bathroom. The use of burnt sienna here adds a much-needed element of warmth while keeping the overall feeling of the bathroom minimal and elevated.” — Amy Leferink, Interior Impressions
“I’m seeing more pedestal sinks. Freestanding pedestal sinks create a moment of visual interest.” — Sarah Weichel, Swike Design
“Darker colors are coming back. You’ll notice richer, warmer wood tones paired with dark, more saturated finishes. Lots of textures will be showing up in all ways. ” — Rebecca Rollins, interior designer
Alyssa Gautieri Associate Lifestyle Editor Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design.
30 Years of Modern, Archetypal and Simple Bathroom Design
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Within the different spaces of an architectural project, bathrooms tend to be a mix of both functional and relaxing areas. Their place inside a project’s design implies a proper selection of fittings, where architects and designers can play with different shapes, colors and textures to follow the style of the whole scheme. As a source of inspiration for countless bathroom fittings, Dornbracht’s TARA collection combines geometric shapes with timeless modernity, all through a clear formal language.
This year, TARA celebrates its 30th anniversary, for which designers Michael Sieger and his brother Christian Sieger commemorate the collection’s creation process and how it has developed into an icon through the years. Today, the designers are looking for serenity, simplicity and sustainability: “We don’t want to define ourselves by extravagant design or by design at all”. Together with the innovations launched in 2022, the team designed a unique lead bath architecture for the collection.
Products: Forms, Materials and Types
Since 1992, the collection has adapted to the trends of each decade, adding a classic or progressive appeal to bathroom architecture throughout the world. Considering the bathroom as part of an architectural totality, designers have always been concerned with fittings as a complement to the whole room, contributing to the many different aspects of people’s health and well-being. Along with durability and quality of design, these products base their development on sustainability.
Designers Michael Sieger and Christian Sieger. Image Courtesy of Dornbracht
Aiming for perfect proportions, the products follow the ideal golden ratio, enhancing aesthetic longevity and the timeless modernity of the design. Inspired by the Bauhaus School, Dornbracht’s fittings have been characterized by the simplicity and clarity of its formal language, which creates a versatile result that blends subtly into different interior design settings. Its clean and precise lines, characteristic cross-handles, the slender and semi-circular spouts have established a minimalist yet elegant design.
For the collection, materials play a key role in achieving a minimalist setting. With 11 finishes, the designs create appealing tactile moments inside the bathroom. Combined with wood, glass and terracotta textile accents, the fittings radiate warmth and naturality to the room.
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These bathroom fittings are organized in four categories: washbasins, tubs, showers and bidets, all of them with their own accessories. Washbasin designs can be adapted to four styles: single-hole mounting, three-hole mounting, deck-mounted faucets and wall-mounted faucets. For tubs, faucets can be deck-mounted, wall-mounted and floor-mounted.
2022 Product Innovations
Adapting to contemporary trends, the series have released new product variants and finishes that look to a future with progressive and minimalist bathroom architecture. In addition to limitless options for individual design preferences, its materials have incorporated three new finishes: mystically warm Dark Chrome, as well as in gloss or brushed variants of the Champagne (22 kt Gold) finish.
Champagne (22kt Gold). Image Courtesy of DornbrachtBrushed Champagne (22kt Gold). Image Courtesy of DornbrachtBrushed Platinum. Image Courtesy of Dornbracht
The collection proposes a new bathroom design with “an architecture –bearing TARA’s characteristic signature– that is contemporary, yet at the same time focuses on the future”. With a focus on basic geometric shapes and an efficient use of space, the minimalist proposal contains only the essentials: a washstand and a rain shower, supplemented by a spacious bath and seating. This new bathroom fitting is presented in a new finish –Dark Chrome– which helps to highlight the reduction to the essentials and creates a clear sense of space.
New Dark Chrome . Image Courtesy of Dornbracht
For more information on bathroom fittings, visit the products catalog.
Small bathroom ideas: Get inspiration on how to decorate a compact bathroom to make the most of the space and make it feel bigger
A small bathroom may provide some challenges when it comes to finding storage for all your essentials, but with these handy decorating ideas you can transform even the most compact space into a luxurious and practical bathroom that all the family will love.
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Whether you want to find ways to make a small bathroom look bigger or are looking for savvy storage solutions, get inspiration from these beautiful bijou bathrooms…
Switch up your sink
There are lots of clever changes you can make within your bathroom to free up space, and switching a traditional sink for a wall-mounted basin is one that can make a huge difference. You’ll gain valuable room that can be used for other things, such as storing a stool out the way as pictured, or even hanging your hand towel underneath to free up wall space elsewhere. (Photo: Christy)
Choose a vanity to maximise storage
Alternatively, make your sink one of the focal points of the room by adding one with a vanity unit underneath to provide valuable storage without taking up too much extra floor space.
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Tiling the bottom half of your walls can help to make your small bathroom appear bigger. With a slim vanity sink unit, a moveable storage basket and clever built-in storage shelf, this bathroom ticks all the boxes. (Photo: Big Bathroom Shop)
Rethink your bath
An oval shape bath can give the illusion of more space in your bathroom, while a bath rack offers a chic solution to keep your toiletries and essentials close at hand if you’re lacking on storage. (Photo: Dunelm)
Use a storage trolley
A slimline storage trolley can be a great way to provide storage for a small bathroom on a budget, and has the benefit of being able to be moved out to make space when needed. (Photo: IKEA)
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Invest in a large mirror
Mirrors are a surefire way to make any small room feel bigger, and bathrooms are no exception. Hang a large mirror over your sink to reflect light, open up the space and make a design statement that can instantly transform your bathroom. (Photo: The Range)
Make the most of your space
Even a small bathroom or en suite can provide useful storage with some clever styling, as seen here. A shelf built in behind the toilet doubles up as a space for a diffuser and soap, while a high cabinet provides extra room for storing all your essentials without taking up valuable floor space. Meanwhile, wood accents and bright lighting provide the perfect contrast to dark bathroom décor.
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Opt for light and bright colours
Wondering what colour makes a small bathroom look bigger? Light and bright tones are the way to go. Tiles can help to reflect light, while using these marble-effect tiles across the wall, floor and bath panel also help to give the illusion of more space.
Move your towel rail
A towel rail can take up a lot of wall space, which may be at a premium in a smaller bathroom, so why not opt for a smaller model and move somewhere else, such as next to the sink (as pictured) or even at the end of your bath to free up more room for other useful furniture and accessories.
Make use of your windowsills
If you’re lucky enough to have a window in your bathroom, some careful styling will allow it to double up as a display shelf without looking cluttered. Put essentials like cotton wool into glass jars and baskets for a chic spa-like aesthetic. (Photo: Garden Trading)
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