Fabulous, New Bathroom Decorating Ideas!

 

The New Bathroom is Soft, Elegant and Sophisticated!

“A wrought iron chandelier?” my husband asked when I told him to be home when it was delivered, “for the bathroom?” “Yes”, I answered nonchalantly, “for the bathroom!”  Bathroom decorating trends are leaning toward the refined, elegant and sophisticated and even chandeliers are acceptable these days.  Add to this having something wonderful to look at while relaxing in the tub and you’ll get the feeling for where bathroom decorating is headed this season!

We think it’s a great idea and want to share some other bathroom décor ideas that opt for elegant, soft design feature and transforms your bathroom into a peaceful oasis for you and your family.

The ‘New’ bathroom is a peaceful, elegant yet fairly formal and sophisticated place to relax in and incorporates the use of fine cabinetry and gleaming stone counter tops. 

Bathrooms seem to be expanding in style and function and now devote space to exercise equipment, spas and whirlpools, dressing areas, and even the luxury of televisions, fireplaces and telephones!

Even smaller bathrooms can incorporate small details to make better use of space and bring the room in line with your lifestyle.  Bathroom decorating ideas are plentiful and exciting and offer the chance to think differently about this important room in your home.

No longer is it the neglected room in the house!  With a few tips and tricks that we will share with you here, you can bring your bathroom in line with the rest of your home and make it a room to be proud of!

Beautiful Basins that are Elegant and Functional

 

• The new bathroom makes use of a double basin, usually on a pedestal but if you need the space that under-counter cabinets provide, choose one set into a counter instead.  An array of finishes are available including marble, laminate, tiled, and Corian, but you might think about using an antique style chest or reproduction cabinet for that extra touch of opulent chic!
• Smaller bathrooms might adapt better to using a pedestal sink combined with wall cabinets for storage.  New style sinks are mounted on top of the cabinet like the washing bowls of old!  They come in an array of striking materials and modern designs, so use your imagination when formulating your bathroom decorating theme.

Magical Mirrors that Create Artful Spaces

 

 

• Making use of decorative picture frame moldings, the new mirror is a work of art in its own right and creates a beautiful frame for your morning face!  You may decide to choose a full length mirror instead of the traditional head and shoulders one.  Then, move your basin in front of your window to take advantage of a view of the flower garden or landscape!
• Try to think of your mirror differently and be innovative with your bathroom decorating.  Think about placing one opposite a window that offers a great view to be reflected in your mirror.  Why not!?

 

 

Cabinetry Ideas for Practicality and Luxury

 

 

• Forget the lone cabinet that looks forlorn and scratched from its multi-uses!  The new style features tall, imposing cabinets that flank the basin zone and offer plenty of space to store grooming items and towels as well as providing a display area for art and artifacts.  These may be mounted on the wall or set on the floor to use space effectively and make the most of your bathroom decorating plan.
• Cabinets with mirrors are still in style and may be used to expand your room, by creating an illusion of space.  Narrow your counter cabinets or expand them depending on available space or use a dropped section of your counter-top as a built-in dressing table.  The latest trends include large, pantry style cabinets used for storing towels and bathroom linens. Visit the Furniture find website to see the latest trends and ask them to find that something special if you don’t find it there (we think you will).

Furniture Fit for a King

·         Yes, furniture is a definite functional accessory for the new bathroom.  It doesn’t matter if you use an elegant armoire, dressing table, bench, chair or small, stately cabinet.  The idea is to include at least one piece to your bathroom decorating plan.  This adds a warm, ‘furnished’ air to what can sometimes be a rather cold room.

·         Furniture Find offers great deals on a range of brand-name furniture so try them out for size on your next online shopping trip!

Light up Your Life with Beautiful and Elegant Bathroom Lighting Fixtures

·         Forget the torture chamber look! Bathroom lighting ideas are now soft, focused and include the creative use of spots, wall sconces, low-light table lamps and even the chandelier we mentioned earlier!  Use more than one option in your bathroom decorating plan to make sure you will have appropriate lighting as the situation demands- whether for grooming or just relaxing.

·         It is advisable to contact the professionals while still in the planning stages so they can install the appropriate wiring for your safety and convenience.

Great Hardware,

 Your Bathroom Decorating Plan

Bathroom Faucets

No longer will you need to limit yourself to the old standby of chrome.  There are a wide variety of textures, styles and finishes available from ultra-sophisticated to a more rustic feel.  Nickel that has been brushed is a trend and bronzed iron and pewter faucets are also finding their way into the modern bathroom!  If you have decided to go the whole hog and create a bathroom worthy of Marie Antoinette, brass and gold plated faucets would suit this type of ornate bathroom.

Cabinet Knobs and Handles

 

·         Choose from a range of styles from leaves, stones, seashells and butterflies!  We recommend using brass, crystal or pewter or even some of the newer quartz varieties for your elegant theme.

Terrific Tiles!

Again, a great variety to choose from but for today’s elegant bathroom decorating theme you might like glass, stone or metal finishes and white tile never goes out of fashion if used correctly. Embossed designs work well in the new bathroom as do painted styles if you match the design to your elegant theme.

Buy them in batches rather than per piece to keep costs down and buy some extras too in case of breakage.  Be a savvy consumer and get a few quotes first as this can be an expensive purchase.  You may want to buy some plain tiles and then spruce them up with a decorative border or use a few handmade tiles amongst more traditional forms.

Accessorizing an Elegant Bathroom

·         Accessories are especially important in an elegant bathroom, but you will need to be careful not to choose too many as this can make the area appear cluttered.  Rugs, matching window treatments, glass covered paintings or prints all warm up the room and bring personality to the area.  Ifloor has a great range of floor treatments available, from rugs to wood flooring and vinyl tile, so get their advice on using floor coverings to create accent areas that are practical for bathroom use as well.

·         I recommend Novica for decorative sculptures or ornaments that can be effective in a room if they are kept to a minimum and suit its basic style and design.  All posters have a wide range of prints available and offer an affordable solution for decorating your walls in an elegant bathroom decorating design.  They will even frame them for you!

·         Towels are thick, large and grant an opulent air to the room.  A range of new and extra-ordinary colors has also become available and these may be rolled, stacked or layered in innovative and space saving ways.  They don’t need to be hidden and can become a pretty feature of the room instead!

·         Towel Bars have been given some extra pizzazz and feature double bars, hotel racks, heated rods and the new metal finishes.  Towel warmers are also available now, to add that special, thoughtful touch of comfort and sophistication.

·         Shower curtains are out of vogue and have been replaced by glass walls, glass blocks or tiled areas.  Remember, use your imagination!

All this is definite food for thought when it comes to choosing the new elegant bathroom decorating theme, but with a little ingenuity and a few creative touches you will be all set to create the bathroom of your dreams.  Remember to think opulence, elegance, and stature and try to balance this with practical solutions for storage and the more practical uses of your bathroom.  For good ideas on bathroom decorating consult the e-book Creative Stamping for Walls and Furniture and Quick and Stylish Decorative Crafts for tips and techniques on creating an elegant bathroom as well as some great inspiration! Good Luck!

© Ambrose Sulliman

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