Upgrade to a Rain Shower Head
Swapping out a shower head is one of the easiest changes you can make when it comes to bathroom hardware. Plus, it’s a simple way to encourage more relaxation.
Get the Look: Want to make a statement? Choose a bold fixture with matte black hardware, like the Kohler Matte Black Rain Shower Head. For a more timeless look, check out the Wellfor Polished Chrome Dual Head Waterfall Shower System, which also includes a convenient handheld shower attachment, for inspiration.
Never Underestimate the Power of a Medicine Cabinet
And we’re not talking about the serums, lotions and grooming gear stored inside these utilitarian storage units. Incorporating a medicine cabinet in an unexpected material can create a focal point in the room.
Get the Look: The Allen + Roth® Wood Medicine Cabinet features two interior shelves, plus an open shelf along the bottom that’s perfect for displaying beautifully packaged bath goods, luxe hand towels, or items you reach for daily.
Mix Trendier Pieces with Timeless Touches
There are some things that will never look out of place in a bathroom, no matter the decade. Subway tile is definitely timeless, and stand-alone tubs will never go out of style. The best bathroom design moments come when these tried-and-true elements are mixed with modern touches. Bring in natural materials through some of those longer-lasting elements. You can also add small accessories, like a teak bath mat. When it comes to on-trend touches, go neutral. Natural materials and darker earth tones are definitely trending. Charcoal and jet-black accents in bathrooms are popular, especially on hardware.
Get the Look: Pair an antique stand-alone tub with an extra-long wooden bath mat, like this option from Anji Mountain. The runner length is not only unexpected, but it’ll span the length of your tub. For another modern touch, add a beautiful wooden hamper, like the Veikkaus Laundry Basket, to corral dirty linens. Make an immediate impact by adding matte black hardware — we’re partial to this easy-to-mount towel bar from Allen + Roth®.
Follow the 60-30-10 Rule for Mixing Patterns and Colors
You don’t have to stick to one color or pattern in your bathroom. Sure, it may be one of the smallest spaces in your home — and thus one of the easiest places to overwhelm with different hues and graphics — but following the simple 60-30-10 design rule will help you move your space in the right direction: 60-30-10. Your biggest color or pattern should cover 60 percent of the space; the two smaller ones should account for 30 and 10 percent.
Not sure where to begin? Choose a general color family as your starting point. From there, dig into patterns. That may be a really bold stripe with a smaller, midsize floral and an even thinner white stripe.
Get the Look: The SaaSoh 6-Piece Salmon Stripe Cotton Bath Towel Set adds a subtle touch of color and graphic design that will pair well with neutrals or shades of pink. For a subtle wallpaper with a bit of texture and, check out the Brewster Anaglypta Floral Wallpaper. The best part? The vinyl surface is paintable, so you can customize the color to your exact specifications.