This mountain house bathroom from Emily Henderson Design includes a soaking tub nestled in a wall of modern bay windows with a view of the trees outside. An exposed wood ceiling highlights the room’s angles, with plenty of knots in the natural wood to gaze at during a long nighttime soak. Black fixtures, lighting, and accessories will make an all-white bathroom feel sophisticated and polished. This primary bathroom from Sissy + Marley Interior Design is decorated in creamy shades of white and punctuated with graphic black accents from the sheepskin rug to the soap dispensers. A modern pendant light and sculptural stool add interest to the bright space. Seating of any kind or size will add a sense of luxury to your bathroom.

Making sure you have the correct standard of lighting is also another mistake commonly made – and not planning bathroom lighting properly could have dangerous results. ‘First of all, you need to adhere to the zones and use the relevant IP-rated lighting,’ warns Scarlett Hampton, co-founder of lights&lamps. Take the same care when it comes to sanitaryware and bathroom faucets. Copper sinks and taps are also renowned for staining easily, whereas a brushed steel finish is almost impervious to finger marks.

Maximize Vertical Space

The four spacious shelves are great for storing folded towels, plus baskets for concealed storage. Not only do wood shelves add warm and texture to this serene bathroom, they’re an ideal place to store extra towels — plus a few houseplants and glass jars filled with toiletries. Fill a tiny alcove with small glass shelves, then fill them with decor like faux plants, vases, woven bins and candles. To maximize floor space below, design firm Outline Interiors brings in a wicker hamper as to not skimp on style. A navy blue shiplap wall, paired with a wicker basket soap holder, adds a nautical look to this small powder room.

• At first glance, this bathroom design has a contemporary, clean look, but the nautical details adds a coastal feel to the space.
• A large bathroom provides lots of available space and gives you complete freedom with your bathroom design ideas.
• You can choose a backsplash that resonates with your taste, whether a sleek, modern design or a more traditional and intricate pattern.
• L-shaped bathrooms can work really well as your shower enclosure will fit perfectly into the enclave.
• Tyler Karu Design + Interiors added an angled bench in the right corner of this walk-in shower that provides a place to sit without taking up too much floor space to keep circulation flowing.
• Here it takes the form of crisp marble surfaces and an angular shower, all set off by white walls and plenty of natural light.