2019 Bathroom design trends
When it comes to designing a bathroom, practicality can get in the way of style. But for 2019, efficiency meets old-school luxury and sees the bathroom transform into the ultimate stylish wellness zone.From the right colour palette to wall treatments, here are the bathroom trends to take note of. They’re so chic, you will want to leave the door open.
Natural Materials
Natural and man-made stone trumps the current trend for wood, with designers set to revel in it. “2019 is all about coloured marbles,” says Sara Chamberlain, of The Real Estate Stylist. “It doesn’t need to be applied to permanent fittings. Get creative, introducing beautiful coloured marble in the form of bathroom accessories like trays and soap dishes. It makes it an affordable trend.”
Style Direction
While the Nordic minimal look ruled in 2018, next year’s bathroom will feature more decorative touches. “Antiques are back,” says interior designer Tamsin Johnson. “It makes for a more obscure curated interior, which is harder to achieve but incredibly effective.”
Chamberlain agrees. “The influence of cafe culture is emerging in the form of statement tiles and fixtures in interesting shapes and patterns. Just remember a decorative bathroom should be consistent in style to the rest of your house.”
Colour Palette
Because the bathroom is a smaller space, it is important to include some depth of colour. “The eye needs somewhere to settle, so add a dark colour to the mix,” says Chamberlain. “When it comes to fixtures and fittings, choose navy, black, or charcoal. They work effectively with a lighter palette.”
Wall treatments
In 2019, we move away from matte white and neutral-coloured walls and adopt more luscious elaborate versions, be it full gloss enamel paint or elaborate tiling. “Wall paneling and floor-to-ceiling tiles in small square, rectangle or round shapes add dramatic impact,” says Chamberlain.
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