Modern ideas for bathroom design

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-12 17:37

The bathroom is one of the most versatile and frequently visited spaces. Unfortunately, the least amount of time and effort is devoted to its design. Although for the full implementation of the assigned tasks and maintaining a sense of comfort, it is important to properly organize the interior.

Explore modern ideas to help you design your bathroom in line with the 2018 trends. And the photos will demonstrate the most successful images.

Trending colors

Anything new causes discomfort and anxiety in most people. Whereas the old gives a sense of peace. That is why, when designing, preference is given to the usual options. This is especially evident in color solutions.

Traditionally, the following shades are chosen:

• blue;
• beige;
• turquoise;
• light green;
• green.

In the bathroom design of 2018, the boundaries of the colors used are significantly expanded.

As you can see in the photo, modern ideas are based on contrasting colors and textures that are drawn from nature:

• appeal to pure, natural colors;
• active use of all gray options;
• the color scheme does not evoke any emotions;
• tones are not bright, but slightly muted;
• combination in one room of a rich and pastel palette.

Gray and all its shades have become the main discovery of the last few years. It is he who reflects the change in mood that dominates the design of 2018. If earlier pomp and some obsessive elegance dominated, now they have been replaced by solidity and restraint.

Neutrality is one of the trends in bathroom design. And the gray color with its character fits perfectly into it.

Studying the photo of interiors decorated in gray tones, you can see how it visually enlarges the bathroom. And the use of gradients interspersed with this color helps to hide the existing layout imperfections. As you know, sanitary facilities, even in new houses, are not ideal.

In 2018, gray ceased to be a kind of isolated color. Designers made of him a tool for their sometimes very unexpected, but interesting interior experiments.

Contrasting solutions are another trend that is defining the design of bathrooms. The combination of white and red has retained its relevance. But provided that the space is optimized correctly. The classics, black and white, are being rethought. It is proposed to dilute it with gray gradients - this will help create a rather winning and harmonious image.

Modern ideas in bathroom design in 2018 allow the use of tones of a colorful, flashy spectrum. But this should be done very carefully, having previously set a specific task. In the photo, you can see several examples of blotches of bright colors. But this is a really bold design.

Materials (edit)

The main design idea is the use of natural textures and materials. Designers bring to the interior:

• wood;
• stone;
• greens.

The return to natural materials helps to bring comfort and coziness to the bathroom. An interesting look is a shower tray made of wood, a combination of two types of flooring - tiles and boards. Wooden structures require special impregnation to resist moisture and dampness.

An alternative solution is the outer panels of the drawers made of this material, installed under the stone countertop. Flowers in the bathroom will help to complement the image of naturalness.

It could be a small water-loving plant on a shelf with toothbrushes or a whole green wall next to a sink.

In 2018, ceramic tiles retained their positions. Designers are asked to refrain from paintings and patterns on the floor and walls. The main trend is the style of the metro. Give preference to neat, correct bricks. This will create a relief effect. Multiple tones can be used, but not mixed. Each zone has its own tone.

Another example of geometry in ceramic tiles is rhombuses. Due to the hexagons, it is easy to overcome restraint, excessive orderliness. This trend offers designers a limitless field of activity. The photo shows several examples of this modern idea in the bathroom design of 2018.

Trending styles

Scandinavian minimalism occupies a dominant position in the design. This style is characterized by:

• space optimization, which is especially valuable in small bathrooms;
• simplicity of the decorative part;
• an atmosphere of calm and orderliness.

All these features have allowed minimalism to become the most demanded design style. And this trend, according to experts, will dominate the next few years.

The Scandinavian-style bathroom is quite compact and laconic, no unnecessary decorative elements or details. Any piece of furniture is designed so that it takes up a minimum of space and, if possible, performs several functions at once. For example, combine a cabinet for towels, hygiene items and a washbasin.

There are three options for floor finishing:

• Self-leveling floors;
• laminate;
• tiles imitating natural wood.

If a tree is used, its choice should be approached very carefully. Give preference to rocks that are moisture resistant.

As for the accessories. In 2018, there should be a minimum of them. It is better to limit yourself to small rugs, the color of which allows them to blend in with the floor surface.

In 2018, it is also worth paying attention to the loft style. But it only applies to large, spacious bathrooms. In small rooms, extraordinary creative ideas dictated by the loft are extremely difficult to implement.

His business card is:

• brickwork, laid slightly carelessly;
• plaster that looks deliberately rough.

The bathroom and the emphasized industrialism of every detail of the interior go well, despite the skepticism of many people.

If neither Scandinavian minimalism, nor a dry and somewhat lifeless loft are suitable, you can choose another trendy style. Such a modern idea of 2018 as contemporary will look like a compromise.

As you can see in the photo, this bathroom design has the following features:

• lack of excess;
• maximum free space;
• restrained shapes and lines;
• ergonomics;
• monochrome accessories, furniture.

In the trends of 2018, designers have found a place for both classics and Provence. Of course, these styles don't dominate fashion magazine photos. But the feeling of comfort is valued higher. Furniture with curved legs can be added to the interior.

The imitation of marble, fabric, wood will look interesting. The retro style is characterized by flowers and large, slightly massive vases.

Urban or urban style is a cross between Scandinavian minimalism and loft industry. For flooring, you can use ceramic tiles of large sizes and without a pattern. A distinctive feature of the style is the abundance of glass. It is present in partitions, shelves and even doors.

Art Deco style is a novelty of 2018. Versatility and complexity, rich history, a lot of glossy shine - this is how you can briefly describe it. The glittering floor covering gives the room a dramatic effect. Lines, abstract elements can be traced on the walls. High demands are placed on the quality of the material from which the furniture is made.

Place of furniture and plumbing

A bathroom is not only and not so much a room. A washbasin, a sink, a shower cubicle or a bathtub, a toilet bowl, a towel cabinet - all this should fit into it. But many bathrooms are not large. Unsurprisingly, the optimization trend has touched furniture and sanitary ware.

The main design idea of 2018 insists that the dimensions of everything that is installed in the bathroom should be minimized. Luxury, pomp give way to a sense of intimacy, harmony and elegance.

Regardless of the style that is chosen for the decoration of the room, when equipping it, designers ask you to follow one rule - do not overload. For example, if possible, install a built-in console, mezzanine, it is better to do so.

The shower trays familiar to many are gradually becoming a thing of the past. It is recommended to give preference to an open drain system.

Of course, in this case, you will need to properly organize the floor space in order to arrange communications. Openness of space is another trend of 2018. No partitions, and if there is a need for them, it is better to make them as invisible as possible.