Top 8 Bathroom Styles

Choosing a bathroom style for your dream bathroom can be an exciting way to maximise functionality while expressing your personality. We’ve compiled a list of the top eight bathroom styles for your next construction or renovation. Knowing what type of bathroom you want can help you communicate your desires and achieve the best possible result.

Most Popular & Best Bathroom Designs in Wollongong

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; however, if you’re considering the future resale value of your home, it can be beneficial to keep your finger on the pulse when it comes to popular design movements.

Luckily, with the help of in-depth data collected by homestratosphere.com, we can also easily take a big picture look at how the different bathroom designs compare universally. Check out the below table, with these findings based on a data set of over one million different bathroom designs:

The aesthetics we’ve chosen for this article are highly varied in style, but all frequently searched by the broader Australian community. In our experience, the most popular bathroom styles sought by Wollongong community right now are modern, eclectic, rustic, and Scandinavian. Modern styles are requested for nearly 65 per cent of our bathrooms. However, at its core, Accessible Bathrooms is about giving you the bathroom you want, so the goal of our custom bathroom services is to explore each style and find the one that makes you the happiest.

Modern Bathrooms

At the top of our list is modern bathroom design. With new home designs heavily focused on space maximisation & minimal clutter, modern bathrooms are on-trend. Many new homeowners are now gravitating toward this clean & timeless aesthetic for their homes. These bathrooms often pair contemporary, minimalist and midcentury elements or statement pieces to create contrast.

Common features of modern designs include:

• Neutral or monochrome palettes
  Modern bathrooms primarily depend on layered materials to create visual hierarchy and instead opt for simplistic palettes to create visual harmony and timelessness in design. Designers may achieve this palette through monochrome colour selections, where monochrome is a palette derived from one colour. This colour palette allows chosen statement pieces or decor to stand out whilst providing a clear sense of cohesiveness.
• Matte black, glass and stone materials
  Matte black and glass features adhere to a minimalist palette. Matte-black fittings can create points-of-focus whilst glass features such as crisp shower walls open up the space and reduce visual clutter. Whether in vanities or tiling, a touch of stone details can bring a more natural accent to the overall design. 
• Floating benches/vanities
  Floating furniture refers to pieces that are fixed to the wall, providing space beneath and creating the appearance of weightlessness. These pieces are the perfect example of form meeting functionality, opening the space up visually whilst providing valuable space for stepping stools or litter box storage.
• Generous natural light
  Natural lighting uplifts and improves the overall appearance. This lighting is often achieved using simplistic windows with privacy glass and increases the perceived roominess of your bathroom.
• Freestanding bathtubs
  Freestanding tubs create a sense of luxury, whilst modernistic tub designs can contribute further to the clean and simplistic lines often showcased in this bathroom style.

Modern bathroom designs create the appearance of spaciousness whilst providing its users with a peaceful and decluttered aesthetic for their daily hygiene rituals.

Eclectic Bathrooms

In direct contrast to modern bathrooms stands eclectic design, a visually impactful design that combines a broad range of styles to create an eclectic mix. These bathrooms are all about personality and are perfect for those looking to create a forever bathroom for their forever home.

Common features of eclectic designs include:

• Contrasting design styles
  Combining significantly different styles such as modern and traditional or modern and rustic can create extreme contrast, resulting in a distinctive and individualised style.
• Decor and accessories
  Diverse decor and accessories in bold styles and colours can further express personal interest and style through thematic choices and create visual interest and atmosphere.
• Bright colour palettes or accents
  Bright colours used in wallpaper or accents placed around the bathroom can provide balance and cohesiveness whilst maintaining playfulness.
• Bold statement pieces
  A centrepiece such as a large bathtub, bold vanity or arrangement of accessories can create a centralising piece to what may otherwise appear to be a wild and varied aesthetic style.

Eclectic bathrooms require a strong attention to detail, creating a sort of organised chaos rather than simply combining elements at random. When executed correctly, this style can be a fantastic asset to your home design.

Rustic Bathrooms

A combination of warm, country-style design elements, rustic bathrooms create a cozy and homely feel. These bathrooms often showcase weathered, wooden pieces and often overlap with Farmhouse or Victorian styles.

Common features of rustic designs include:

• Wood materials
  Shiplapped walling using wooden boards, exposed wooden beams and wooden vanities can create a warm, luxurious feeling.
• Naturalistic colour palettes
  Warm, earthy colour palettes of greens and browns create a rich appearance and complement natural materials such as wood and stone.
• Vintage fittings and fixtures
  Vintage-inspired features such as copper sinks or claw-foot bathtubs add an old-world twist to typical statement pieces.
• Warm textiles
  Accented towels, mats, and bathroom curtains create textural variety and contribute to this cozy and inviting aesthetic.

Rustic bathrooms are a fantastic choice for those looking for a simple escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Rustic design elements are well-aged and, when combined with more contemporary styles, can create a fashionable and individualistic aesthetic sure to please houseguests and prospective buyers alike.

Scandinavian Bathrooms

Also known as Scandi, the Scandinavian aesthetic is a close relative to modern design and is most popularised by the IKEA style often adopted by modern households. Scandinavian design often features a simplistic, clean design similar to modern design; however, this style leans more towards natural materials and bright natural colours, separating it from modern design.

Common features of the Scandinavian design include:

• Natural wood materials
  Warm wooden materials are often used in this style to perfectly complement white tiles and minimalistic textiles.
• Neutral colour palettes
  Soft hues and muted tones create a peaceful aesthetic suitable for a tranquil and sophisticated atmosphere. This pared-back palette allows for greater expression with accent colours.
• Plants
  Trendy plants spotted around the bathroom bring pops of colour whilst maintaining an organic, open aesthetic.
• Soft lighting
  Minimalistic light covering such as orb-shaped wall sconces diffuse light creating a soft and peaceful lighting effect.

Scandinavian bathrooms are similar to modern bathrooms in their timeless effect and combine form with function to create an effortlessly stylish aesthetic.

Industrial Bathrooms

Also related to modern bathrooms, industrial design swings to the opposite end of the scale, contrasting starkly with its Scandinavian cousin. Where Scandinavian design warms the modern design aesthetic, industrial design takes the style to the extreme, pulling inspiration from factories and warehouses.

Common features of industrial bathrooms include:

• Metal and concrete materials
  Metal colours contribute to a more utilitarian colour scheme, creating a cool palette of chrome and brass materials. You may incorporate concrete into flooring, vanities and tubs to create a gritty dramatic appearance.
• Factory-style windows
  Steel factory-style windows and doors add minimalistic grid-like frames, structuring the space or creating large unobstructed views.
• Exposed pipes
  Exposed pipes beneath sinks or lining walls add brass highlights and intricate detail, valuing function over form.
• Trough-style basins
  Wide-set sinks paired with concrete vanities complete the minimalist and stylish industrial aesthetic.

Industrial bathrooms can be an extreme and confronting style, but when masterfully combined with other aesthetics and well-balanced design sensibilities, this style can stand out from the crowd.

Coastal Bathrooms

Bring the beach to you with this upbeat and fun bathroom style. Coastal bathrooms combine natural colours, fun patterns and exciting layouts to create a vacation vibe in the comfort of your home.

Common features of coastal bathrooms include:

• Nautical colour palettes
  Employ deep navy or sea green blues to create stunning contrast and a bright, beachy palette. We’re talking about beautiful ocean views!
• Themed wallpaper
  Nail, meet hammer! Striped blue or palm themed wallpapers are a surefire way to get your theme across and create the illusion of being by the beach.
• Fish scale tiles
  Contrast your funky wallpaper with single tone fish scale tile to ground your bathroom in reality and create some space for the eyes to rest.
• Plants, plants, PLANTS!
  Bring nature to you with a collection of bathroom-friendly plants, preferably the beachy type. However, even a less beach-themed plant will pull together the theme when contrasted with your coastal design.

Choosing a coastal style for your bathroom will get the fun back into your bathtime and will be a hit with guests.

Victorian Bathrooms

Choose a more traditional look with a Victorian-era design that includes romantic styles, vintage furnishings, and fittings. Victorian bathrooms are a timeless and classic style that will add a touch of refinement to the look of your home.

Common features of Victorian bathrooms include:

• Ornate patterns
  Ornate patterns such as florals, textured painting, or intricate textile designs create a sense of opulence whether on wallpaper, carpet, or decor.
• Classic fixtures and fittings
  Bathroom fixtures and fittings like freestanding slipper foot tubs, high-level cistern toilets, and vintage mixer taps add a touch of luxury and sophistication.
• Romantic lighting
  Luxurious chandelier lighting in silver or gold finishes gives your home a magical, otherworldly feel.
• Rich colour palette
  Dark navy or powdered pink contrasted with light ivory creates contrast and depth.

A Victorian bathroom will elevate your bathing experience and make any lucky guests feel like royalty!

Shabby Chic Bathrooms

Get the relaxed look with shabby chic, a relaxing lived-in look achieved through weathered decor and unique stylings. Shabby chic bathrooms are the ideal way to effortlessly express casual opulence and comfort.

Common features of shabby chic bathrooms include:

• Mix and match
  By combining pieces of different styles or colours to create a fun combination, similar to an eccentric bathroom style, shabby chic bathrooms appear laid back and effortless.
• Pink colour palette
  Pastel pink shades can add a feminine chic touch to a neutral palette, combining beautifully with other pastel shades or white.
• Lacy materials
  Lace, whether used for bathtub or window curtains, adds sophistication and privacy while still allowing natural light into the room.
• Classic fixtures and fittings
  Through further mixing and matching, Victorian-style fittings, fixtures, and decor can be a fun contrast and add visual interest to the bathroom.

Shabby chic bathrooms are an excellent choice if you want your bathroom to appear warm, comfortable, and effortless while still making an impression on guests.

Conclusion

Whatever style you select, Accessible Bathrooms can assist you in achieving the best possible results. Through consultation, we can discuss how you can achieve a style that truly reflects your personality while staying within your budget. Get in touch with us today to start planning your dream bathroom.