The bathroom may be a purely utilitarian room, but that doesn’t mean it should be decorated as such. In fact, it’s one of the best places to showcase your “magic touch” with interior décor. You can transform your bathroom into a luxurious, elegant room that matches the sophistication of the rest of your home!
Here’s what you need to know:
Color Scheme — The color of your bathroom has a drastic effect on the overall ambiance. Natural colors will make your bathroom feel “organic” and relaxing, but for a more elegant feel, combine two neutral colors (white, grey, or black) with one dark, strong color. The neutral themes will give your bathroom a serene ambiance, but the single dark color will add a touch of elegance. Colors like burgundy, cocoa, or navy blue scream sophistication.
Ceramics — If you want to create a luxury bathroom, the ceramics (particularly the tub and sink) are the most important elements to get right. The toilet can be a simple one, but you want a fancy sink with plenty of counter space. A bathtub or hot tub will be the perfect addition to turn the elegance up a few notches.
Hardware — The shinier the better! Faucets, knobs, towel racks, and toilet paper holders are very utilitarian, but chrome hardware adds an elegant flair to the bathroom. Even if the colors of your walls, floor, and ceiling are muted or neutral, the addition of chrome hardware definitely helps to make everything look luxurious.
Shower — Even if you have a bathtub, you’ll still need a shower stall (to prevent water from spilling). A frameless shower enclosure will be the perfect addition to your luxury bathroom. The frameless glass gives your bathroom an open, airy feel. It may not be an ideal option for a bathroom used by children, but it’s great for the master bathroom.
Fixtures — Light plays a very important role in your bathroom’s décor. If you have a window, the natural light can help to brighten up the room. However, you’ll still need light fixtures to brighten the room after dark. Make sure there is a fixture overhead that provides enough light to illuminate the entire bathroom (shower included). Place a light fixture over the mirror to offer better lighting when applying makeup or shaving. If you really want to go fancy, you can use dimmers or adjustable lighting. What could be more romantic than “mood lighting” when taking a bath for two?
Of course, the bathroom is far from finished! You’ll need to add all the extra flair: rugs, toilet covers, hand towels, fancy soaps, accessories, and the list goes on. But with the elements listed above, you can get your bathroom décor just right.
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