We often hear about contemporary bathrooms in magazines or on TV, but what makes a bathroom look contemporary? A minimalist vibe is the answer. Today when designers think out a sink, a bathtub, or a shower, they try to create a modern minimalist look. They will create products with simple shapes by using, for example, cubism.
This is why we have very functional products that go straight to the point. Simple shapes do not mean that the design is not complex. The entire concept of contemporary bathrooms can be summarized by the sentence “Less is more” (- Mies Van der Rohe, German designer)
This article will cover some of the hottest contemporary bathroom ideas.
Choose the right colours and materials for the contemporary bathroom design
For this type of bathroom, it is essential to emphasize the colours first, then the materials. You want to keep it sober and use only 2 to 3 different colours. If you are more into a zen style, favour creamy white and wood colours.
Keep your room bright with a large window. Get as much natural light as you can. Coming back to the wood, it is a noble and natural material that will have a direct impact on your mood; and which gives your bathroom an elegant feel. For the colours, you could can be creative and choose a unique one for the entire room and shower. Add a variety in colour with your bathroom furniture. Here you can find further reading about the different materials for bathroom cladding.
Furniture and washbasin
The furniture
When it comes to the washbasins and furniture if you wish to create a contemporary look, avoid complex shapes. Keep it sleek and favour cubic furniture with hidden handles. It will add character to the room and convenience for cleaning. Choose wall-mounted furniture as they show more flooring space which then gives an impression of a bigger room.
Washbasins to fit contemporary bathroom designs
The washbasin is the object that can bring a little variety in the style while keeping it a harmonious look. Countertop suites with round curves suit these styles perfectly. It will smooth the overall atmosphere if you find the straight lines of the furniture too aggressive.
For adding extra storage, wooden or sanded shelves look great in contemporary bathrooms. Even with nice shelves, it is still best to put away what you don’t use on a daily basis. Here you can read further about bathroom storage.
You could also add a bit of greenery inside the bathroom with a large plant if you have space.
Bathtubs in a contemporary bathroom
Contemporary Showers
Nowadays, minimalist designs feature beautiful discreet shapes. It is best to only focus on what is necessary and to hide the rest. If you want to have this vibe in your shower, you should get a concealed shower. Large grey showers bring a modern and urban vibe to your space, and walk in showers are the the best example of this. You could use large tiles for the walls with built-in shelves, giving you stylish storage solutions. Large tiles will also give the impression of a bigger space in the shower.
Now if your budget isn’t tight, you could make your shower out of waxed-concrete. This material gives the best contemporary urban look.
The lighting of a contemporary bathroom
As it was previously mentioned, try to get as much natural light as you can during the day. Large windows are then a very suitable way of turning a bathroom contemporary. Nevertheless, when night comes, you will still need some artificial lights. Here you know what we are about to advise. Yes, LED lights are the best. They give a pure and strong brightness. Illuminated mirrors are also very contemporary and are an alternative for adding an extra source of lighting.
Do not hesitate to share with us your inspiration for contemporary bathroom. We are also curious about your ideas.
