How to decorate a modern bathroom?

What to consider when planning?

Bathroom design begins with the definition of the initial data:

• Combined bathroom... Assumes installation toilet bowl and shower or bath in the same room. But designers advise to zone the space, separating the toilet area from the rest.
• Separate rooms... The interior of the bathroom necessarily includes a bath or shower, a sink and a storage area. In the toilet they put a toilet bowl, bidet or a special mixer for a bidet to the toilet bowl, a small washstand.

Check out our comparison of combined and separate bathroom.

In the photo there is a bathroom combined with a toilet

Equally important is size:

• Small bathroom... Every centimeter must be used wisely: for this, modern designers offer a lot of compact functional solutions... The advantage of small spaces is that they save on finishing, so it is recommended to use more expensive and practical materials.
• Spacious bathroom... A large bathroom, unlike a small one, has enough space to place a large storage area, freestanding bowl, double sink, bidet and other trendy bathroom fixtures.

On the picture small combined bathroom with a shower, finished with a boar

The ways of visually changing the geometry of space in 2021 have not changed - for example, narrow room expand with the contrast of dark, light tones, mirrors, geometric patterns.

What's the hottest color scheme in 2021?

Bathroom color ideas originate in the pursuit of comfort, relaxation, relaxation. therefore in trend neutral shades: sand, coffee, earthy, light gray, white.

Pictured is a white freestanding bathtub

If you think this range looks boring, play with materials, textures: the popular terrazzo tiles, unlike marble imitation, are at their peak today.

Dark matte tiles look no less impressive: the main thing during the repair is to take into account that it is more difficult to care for such tiles than for glossy light ones.

The photo shows the bathroom walls in current colors 2021

For the most daring, color-blocking will be the ideal solution: muted colored shades repeat the clear geometric shapes of furniture and sanitary ware. Black accessories will help to reconcile them with each other: lamps, mirrors, fittings, mixers.

The photo shows an example of color blocking

What finishing materials are better to use?

The choice of materials for the interior of the bathroom is the most important step in its arrangement. It is clear that the finish should be water-resistant, durable, but stylish at the same time. What fits all 3 points in the 2021 season?

Floor

Tested floor coverings: porcelain stoneware, PVC tiles, cork. But it is not the choice of the material itself that is more important, but its tone: if the walls are made predominantly neutral, then the floor can be bright, even flashy.

You can achieve a similar effect using multi-colored tiles with an oriental pattern. A more discreet option is dark quartz vinyl under the natural stone.

Walls

Sewing up an entire large or small room with tiles has long been out of trend! The modern style assumes a symbiosis of practical tiles in the wet area (shower, above the bathtub, in the area of ​​the sink, bidet) and no less practical washable paint on the rest of the walls.

Another option is wallpaper, only hot-stamped vinyl is suitable. Tropical, plant motives are preferred as an idea this year.

Take a look ideas for combining tiles and paint in the bathroom.

In the photo, the implementation of tropical motifs in wall decoration

In the photo there is an accent wall behind the sink

Ceiling

Everything is as easy as shelling pears here: white, minimalistic finishes will suit both a large and a small bathroom.

Look more recommendations for choosing a ceiling for a bathroom.

Equipment and arrangement

In modern bathrooms, it is increasingly common shower cabin: at the same time, a small bathroom can only have a shower, a large one can have a shower and a bath.

In 2021, showers are made as open as possible: a tray of floor tiles with a built-in drain, instead of walls - glass partitions. Ideal if the shower is located in a niche or corner.

Bath bowlson the contrary, they prefer freestanding ones: if you choose the most trendy shape, look for an oval cylinder with sidewalls adjoining under 90C. Installed on special legs (usually included), complemented by a floor mixer.

The modern style departs from glossy earthenware, preferring matte sinks and natural stone bathtubs. The same rule applies to countertops: chipboard is replaced with wood, concrete, stone.

For bathroom furniture in a modern style there is one simple rule: anything that cannot be embedded must be suspended. The condition is especially important for small rooms - hanging furniture and plumbing visually lighten the space.

Modern technologies have not spared this part of the apartment either: for example, special heated cabinets have recently appeared. Thanks to them, towels can be removed from heated towel rails, dried directly in a drawer.

Pictured is a modern hanging cabinet with an open towel storage system

Since the general direction is moving towards minimalism, reducing the number of things primarily concerns decor... Stylish mixers, mirrors, living or artificial, perform the function of decoration. plants, textiles (rugs, curtains).

What is the best style for the bathroom?

Modern design is eclectic; it is quite difficult to single out several separate directions. But the basis is mainly 3 interior styles.

Minimalism

Simple shapes, clear lines, no unnecessary details. As an idea for bathrooms minimalism is perfect - It is quite easy to maintain hygienic cleanliness in a space with free worktops and closed cabinets.

Japandi

All former fans scandinavian design today they gravitate towards its mixture with its Japanese brother: the design is still as practical and functional as the usual scandi. But he became more restrained. Both directions stand for naturalness and simplicity, so the design turns out to be harmonious.

Pictured is a japandi-style bathroom

Art deco

Only its best elements remain in the modern reading: symmetry, gilding, original mirrors, bright contrasts.

Which lighting is trending?

Linear light is in fashion! It replaced the point one, but has not yet completely supplanted it: therefore, on the ceiling, or in the washbasin area, there is still a choice: laconic point spots, suspensions, or diode linear invisible lamps.

Ceiling linear lighting often done along the contour, as if hiding in the ceiling structure. The effect looks futuristic, but it copes with its task by 5+. 

Mirrors are illuminated not from above, as it was before, but on the sides or along the entire contour.In the first case, choose ceiling hangers or wall sconces. In the second, it is easier to buy a modern mirror with contour light.

Fashion ideas for inspiration

To make your bathroom not only comfortable, but also beautiful, use the designer's tips:

• Replace chrome faucets with gold, copper, black... They are also versatile, but more aesthetically pleasing.
• Add vibrant detail... A red curbstone in a light room - why is it not a suitable accent in the interior?

The photo shows a combination of 3 types of tiles with 2 paints

• Combine pastel shades... A completely pink bathroom is boring. To make the interior sparkle with new colors, it is worth adding a green curbstone to the delicate walls.
• Combine more than 2 materials... One is used as standard. wall tiles, the other for the floor. But such a renovation cannot be called stylish: whether it is 3-5 elements (2 options for wall tiles, 2 paint colors, separate floor tiles).
• Consider the features... Why not leave naked in a brick house brick walls? Yes, the surface requires additional processing, but it looks much more spectacular than marble that has set the teeth on edge.

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