Despite the fact that interior fashion is not as fleeting as its “fashion” sister, every year it offers new trends in design. You don’t have to follow them, because interior renovation is not like changing your coat or shoes, but it’s always interesting to learn about the leading trends.
The bathroom can hardly be called the most important room in the house; it is not surprising that designers pay much less attention to it than, for example, the living room or bedroom. However, many of us love to take baths and want to do it in a stylish, cozy environment. Therefore, we invite you to take a closer look at the current innovations in bathroom design for 2022 and learn something useful for yourself.
Room in “one color and material”
This trend was popular in the 80s of the last century and is now returning again, acquiring a modern sound.
Finishing material options:
- ceramic tile
- mosaic
- tree
- decorative concrete
It is important that the floor, walls and ceiling are finished equally.
It is also advisable to use a monochrome color palette, but there may be exceptions. When choosing a dark finish, you will definitely need to add contrasting elements: plumbing fixtures, decor, lamps, etc., otherwise the bathroom interior will turn out to be too gloomy.
Tip : Decorating the ceiling with tiles is suitable for small bathrooms, but in spacious rooms it is better to limit it to the area above the shower. In this case, tiling large surfaces is a very labor-intensive process, and the weight of the ceiling will increase, which can lead to trouble.
Bathroom and bedroom duet
The decision to combine a bathroom and a sleeping room came to us from the loft, with its open layout and almost complete absence of internal partitions. The bohemians of Manhattan, through whose efforts this style was born, could afford any shocking techniques.
Of course, not everyone will decide to leave the bathroom without walls, and conditions do not always allow such a plan to be realized. But if you have enough apartment space and courage, why not try?
Advice : it is advisable to separate the sleeping and bathing areas at least visually, using a podium or different finishes for the floor and walls. A good option: a sliding partition that allows you to isolate the font or shower stall as needed.
Combined interiors in a retro style look especially impressive - the original juxtaposition of a bed and a bathtub gives them a special romance (see photo ):
Spanish tiles
Another timeless option. Only now designers approach its use a little more carefully: most often they suggest decorating only one wall with such tiles. And lay out the rest with plain tiles in colors that echo the accent tiles.
Are you afraid to overdo it with color spots? Combine Spanish tiles with neutral white – it will be a win-win. Wooden accessories will help support the style. Life hack: don’t know how to beat the screen? Lay it out with the same tiles as on the floor. But leave the walls neutral. It looks very original.
Wall-mounted countertops under the sink
This piece of furniture cannot be called a novelty of the season, it’s just that it will be used especially actively bathroom design in 2021
Countertops with a cabinet give the washbasin a neat look, masking the utility lines and creating places for storing bath accessories or household chemicals. They are both stylish and practical - the absence of supports visually enlarges the room and also simplifies cleaning.
In the interior of bathrooms in 2020 , wall-mounted countertops were chosen only for modern styles: modern, minimalism or counter-porn. Today, thanks to various decor options, they will fit perfectly into rustic, Scandinavian and even neoclassical bathrooms.
Compact and elegant, wall-mounted countertops will become the “highlight” of any bathroom, as the photos below eloquently demonstrate:
Some models are equipped with towel holders, which is very convenient and saves space.
Bathroom with window
The main advantage of this option is that it is possible to add living plants to the bathroom, since they will be provided with natural light. In addition, the space will be visually expanded.
In this case, stained glass, air curtains, and window decor become stylish decor.
Freestanding bathtub
bathrooms from 8 square meters can afford such luxury m or more.
The bathtub can be made of any material - from acrylic to exotic wood or marble. The shape of the font depends on the style of the interior, but usually they try to choose round or oval varieties; they are more ergonomic, less dangerous and look attractive.
Free-standing models are more expensive, they require more attention when installing and connecting communications. the bathroom design benefits from such plumbing!
Tip : make the font the center of the room, highlighting the area around it with a podium, multi-level ceiling drop, screen, canopy or other decorative element. Another option is installation in a specially equipped niche.
↑ Summing up
Let's try to highlight the main trends and those modern ideas that will directly influence what a modern bathroom will be like. This list can be considered a kind of summary of everything we talked about above.
- When designing, the optimization of space should be at the forefront - the correct selection of plumbing fixtures and furniture, as well as their good location, will allow you to achieve a comfortable feeling in the room and visually increase it;
- plumbing begins to combine functional and decorative roles - with a special emphasis placed on the use of natural materials, their combinations, emphasizing harmonious ergonomics;
- a large room needs solid lighting, which means that the larger the bathroom, the more compositionally complex and balanced the lighting system should be (several levels);
- each piece of furniture must perform a practical function - if at the same time it also has a positive effect on the aesthetic perception of the space, this is only a plus;
- the bathroom layout should not be overloaded with details - concise forms and lines are encouraged;
- the color scheme is shifting towards neutral shades - feel free to use any gradients, and if you feel the need to refresh the interior, dilute neutral muted tones with contrasting combinations.
Photos of bathrooms in full accordance with the above rules of interior design and dominant modern ideas.
Shelf for the mirror
Not everyone likes its presence in the bathroom interior . Opponents of this design believe that it is more of a decorative than a functional element and complicates the maintenance of the room.
Yes, we are unlikely to put a bag of washing powder or a stack of towels on the shelf under the mirror. But bottles with personal hygiene products or caring cosmetics will be very appropriate here and will serve to decorate not only our person, but also the bathroom.
In the photo : a fashionable accessory – a shelf for a mirror.
Romantic types can place small vases with fresh flowers, candles or art objects here.
Bathroom accessories and sanitary ware in black
Bronze, chrome-plated and gold-plated faucets, shower heads or various kinds of holders are no longer in fashion. They have been replaced by black accessories and plumbing fixtures, which look no less impressive.
The graphics of black details will “revive” a white bathroom , add a modern touch to the classics and add a nostalgic retro touch to the Art Nouveau style interior.
This color is always in style, so we're unlikely to have to change our taps or towel rack to stay on trend a year later.
↑ Popular design styles
Even a quick glance at modern ideas confirms the undeniable influence of Scandinavian minimalism on design methods. Excellent optimization of space, simplified decorative parts sacrificed for practicality, a general atmosphere of orderliness and tranquility - all this allows us to declare minimalism one of the most popular design styles for the next few years.
We also recommend paying attention to the loft . Of course, if you have a spacious house and the size of the bathroom allows you to bring the most extraordinary creative ideas to life. If you think that plaster and careless brickwork do not fit well with the functional component of bathrooms, then you are seriously mistaken: the hallmark of the loft was an emphasized industrialism in every detail of the interior, and the bathroom in this sense is an excellent springboard for testing common attributes of style.
Against the backdrop of refined and extremely cold Scandinavian minimalism and a dry, lifeless loft, the classic modern style - also called contemporary - looks like a compromise. Meanwhile, it is this practical design of bathrooms that is dominant this year:
- nothing superfluous in the interior;
- as much free space as possible;
- restraint in lines and shapes;
- outstanding ergonomics;
- futuristic monochrome furniture and accessories.
But what about those who are used to vintage cabinets, floral prints, and ivory tiles? Are the good old classics and Provence a thing of the past? Of course, these design styles are difficult to attribute to the main design trends - as you can see, completely different modern ideas are popular. However, if the classic interior fits perfectly into your vision of the ideal bathroom and meets all your aesthetic requirements, then feel free to decorate the room, guided by your taste. Otherwise, you will never be able to relax and enjoy a shower or a rich bubble bath.
Built-in showers
Their advantages:
- compactness
- location taking into account the layout of the bathroom
- low cost
- the ability to fit into the interior of a bathroom of any style
Built-in showers are ideal for small spaces; they can fill a niche or corner of a complex configuration, thereby freeing up space for furniture or a washing machine.
Exposed concrete in the interior
Another current trend. Decorative concrete is increasingly used both for wall decoration and for the manufacture of plumbing fixtures or furniture. A sink and shelves underneath, a bathtub and storage niches made from this material will fit perfectly into a loft or rustic style bathroom
Concrete can be left in its natural color, or painted to enhance the decorative effect (see photo ):
Playing with light
Speaking of lighting, the main trends of the season are repeated - minimalism, functionality and clear lines.
Minimum light - simplicity and relevance
Minimalism is the airiness and lightness of lamps, their noble simplicity. Such lines become especially relevant in small bathrooms and look most harmonious.
Airiness and lightness of light
Functionality – the ability to change lighting schemes depending on needs and mood.
Light and shadow with the right lighting
Several lighting scenarios highlight the varied uses of the room. In the morning, bright, directional light will help you get ready and invigorate, and dim and diffused light in the evening will set you up for relaxation and rest.
Lighting features are individual
Clarity of lines. Over the past few seasons, metal frame lamps of unusual shapes have come into fashion.
The light on the wall looks perfect
The combination of these trends allows you to create a spectacular play of light and shadow in the bathroom.
Marble
If concrete seems too brutal, we offer the most exquisite finishing material - marble. It is recommended to lay it in large slabs, covering the entire wall, from floor to ceiling.
In the photo - a fashionable bathroom 2022, decorated with marble:
A very interesting technique: choose the pattern of the stone in such a way that the veins diverge in mirror symmetry.
Terrazzo slabs
The finishing material, which is a cement base interspersed with decorative colored chips, was proposed as the leading finishing material for the bathroom a year ago.
It seems that its original appearance was to the taste of consumers - the popularity of the material has increased noticeably this season.
These are the fashion trends in bathroom design for 2022 in a nutshell. We choose suitable ideas and start updating!
Let the floors speak...
The choice of floor tiles also has its own trends. Boldly patterned floor tiles have become increasingly popular in recent years and this trend will continue to grow.
Patterned tile trend
A funky floor is an excellent complement to plain white or neutral wall tiles. In a small room, a bright, eye-catching floor is a dubious decoration.
Unusual floor - design harmony
Here it is more appropriate to play with the shape and size of the tiles. This is how the microtrend of using floor tiles in the shape of fish scales is gaining popularity.
Popular microtrend as a highlight in design
Even in muted neutral colors, such tiles correspond to fashion trends, look stylish and set the mood for the entire interior.
