Natural textures and oceanic accessories complete this coastal-inspired retreat. Step into a world where simplicity meets charm, and functionality intertwines with rustic allure. In the realm of bathroom design, the fusion of modern elements with rustic aesthetics creates a timeless ambiance that exudes warmth and character. Choosing the right lighting will help make your bathroom a relaxing space that you enjoy spending time in.

• Contrast your dark floor with a white tub and toilet along with a lighter shade of grout to add some depth to your design.
• Add a mirror across a whole wall to double the look and feel of your bathroom.
• To prevent tiles looking too bare or clinical, incorporate natural materials to add layers of texture and warmth to the space, such as real wood or plants.
• To create an inside-outside connection, the pebbled space next to the shower, with tall leafy plants completes the scene.
• This spacious bathroom from Sissy + Marley Interior Design has an understated palette of white and pale gray.

Timber panelling works particularly well in bathrooms and is easy to fit on a DIY basis. Building a simple bath into a frame finished with panelling is a fast and cost-effective way to traditional style. In this room, the green freestanding vanity unit, from Burlington, high level WC and muted half-wall panelling complete the look. Opt for warm metallic finishes such as brass and copper in the bathroom for an opulent touch. Rolltop baths might be a traditional item of sanitaryware but there is no reason why they can’t be paired with more modern decorative accessories. Analisse Taft-Gersten calls her morning bath at her Connecticut weekend home the best part of her day—and it’s easy to see why.

Spring for a Vintage Tub

Not only does this make the room appear more spacious, but it also leaves room for small storage items, like woven baskets and bins. A larger floating vanity, like in this bathroom, allows for countertop space and floor space all at the same time. Finding opportunities for concealed storage is one of the biggest headaches when it comes to small bathroom design. One surefire way to make your tiny bathroom feel more significant is to expand or modify the home’s footprint—even just a little bit. Paradise Tiny Homes designed this tiny house with a curved outset in the bathroom, making it the perfect space to add a small, round bathtub. Adding a domed skylight makes this compact bathroom feel larger and more lavish.

• Rolltop baths might be a traditional item of sanitaryware but there is no reason why they can’t be paired with more modern decorative accessories.
• Break up a deeper toned, moodier scheme with brightly colored accent features for added interest in your bathroom.
• The Art Deco-inspired tilework, Greek Revival columns and arches, and bold artwork animate the cozy alcove.
• While a clay-white color veils the entire space, the many layers of texture and shape ensure visual intrigue.