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Including modern bathroom designs in your new build will take your home to the next level. Personalise your bathroom with natural materials, floor-to-ceiling wall tiles, quality lighting, and timeless bathtubs. Find out what Everyday Homes personalised builds allow you to do with your new home.
5 Designs That Will Elevate Your Home Bathroom
Earthy Bench Tops
The earthy finishes take us back to the charm of older, rustic homes, yet today’s modern design elevates them even further. These natural materials bring a sense of luxury to any space, offering a clean, organic, and environmentally-friendly feel throughout the home.
Timber and stone bench tops are a common choice in this space. You can even incorporate polished concrete floors, tiles, and bench tops, which, while not earthy materials, add to the raw-materials effect.
Floor to Ceiling Wall Tiles
Many modern homes have started tiling bathrooms from floor to ceiling. It not only enhances the room's design but also makes cleaning the walls and floors easier thanks to its easy-to-wipe-clean material.
The versatility of this design choice is endless. You can choose from a huge range of tiles, whether large or small, patterned or plain, earthy, glossy, or matt. You can also combine various textures and patterns to create a feature wall or a seamless floor-to-ceiling finish. Whatever you choose, this design can be tailored to whatever environment you are trying to create.
Walk-In Showers (With Double Shower Heads)
Walk-in showers are a big part of modern life. They fit best with en-suites, but can also be a nice addition to a main bathroom. The ideal approach to achieving a seamless walk-in shower experience is to open the space and remove the need for a shower door.
For reduced water cleanup after use, a towel rack should be included at the far end of the shower, away from the water but close enough so a person can keep dripping water contained in one area.
Good Lighting (With Skylights)
Good lighting should be non-negotiable for any home. When it comes to the bathroom, quality lighting can make a profound difference to the experience and safety of the room. Not only is it about choosing the right lights, but it’s also about the placement of them – positioning them in areas that might be high risk, without losing visual appeal.
Skylights have become a contemporary feature of bathrooms, merging natural light with good design. You can install skylights in both single-storey and double-storey homes (capable only on the top floor of double-storey dwellings). Not only do they open up the space substantially, but they also elevate the quality of the experience – for example, enjoying a warm bath in the evening with a view of the night sky.
Freestanding Bathtubs
Whether you have a small or large bathroom, a freestanding bathtub is a great consideration that elevates your bathroom design. Freestanding bathtubs come in so many different designs, making them suitable for any style and a timeless choice. By including this design in your new build, you’re guaranteed a design feature that will be a showstopper for many years to come.
Modern Styles For An Improved Home Bathroom Experience
Styling your bathroom is an exciting part of the design process, especially when you can include your personalised touch. With your chosen bathroom designs in mind, you can now think about how it might look in execution. Your vision for your bathroom project should be tied into, but is not limited to, the styling of the rest of your home. Explore these modern bathroom styles that elegantly showcase our top 5 recommended designs.
Take on a classic, functional feel for a comfortable bathroom experience that embodies neutral colours and tones, soft materials, accessibility, and a timeless design. Good lighting does well in this style with white cabinetry, tiles, and a spacious floor plan.
If you love the pampered experience, a relaxing day spa style might be for you. Displaying warm tones and an open or luxurious layout, a day spa-style bathroom will cater to a leisurely feel designed to slow down the mind and body. You can use designs such as elegant, soft lighting, a large, free-standing bath and walk-in shower, and heated fixtures and flooring to make using the bathroom pleasant.
Traditional styling is often categorised by its inviting character. It can be executed with a range of colours, tones, and materials, but it’s the patterns of old-style luxury that give a traditionally styled bathroom its name. Include cabinetry with trims, patterned floor tiles, and warm lighting for an effective traditional experience.
The modern designer-inspired style is for those with bold taste. This style brings in artistic design, colourful expression, and featured lighting. You can blend this style well with classic, traditional homes, creating a distinctive, memorable feel. Freestanding baths and walk-in showers are perfect features in this style.
A Hamptons design is another signature coastal style for modern new builds. This style can be found in any home, whether you live right on the water or further inland. Embracing the white and neutral tones, you’ll find natural lighting in every corner of this home. Skylights are a beautiful addition to Hampton's designed homes.
Features To Include With Excess Budget
If you’re building your new home and find yourself with a small portion of your budget left, you can take advantage of a few minor upgrades to transform your bathroom design from good to great. Small personal touches go a long way. Explore a few upgrade options to elevate your bathroom finishes:
- Heated flooring
- Heated towel racks
- Backlit mirrors
- Spa bath upgrade
- Premium fixture materials: copper, gold, black, etc.
- Additional storage
Build And Buy Your Perfect Home Today
If you’re looking for the right opportunity to build an affordable, beautiful home with your personalised touch, try Everyday Homes’ Build and Buy tool to visualise your dream. We can discuss how your new build can reflect your ideal lifestyle, while including the right home designs for your needs.
