The early stages of Bathroom Remodeling are always fun! We are here to help you get some ideas for your next bathroom remodel and learn about the newest bathroom remodel trends in 2024. Hopefully these ideas will spark some inspiration. When you are ready, Regal Bath and Kitchens will be here ready to take on your project!
1: Spa Inspired Bathroom
Everyone deserves a space in their home to feel completely relaxed and tranquil. Bathrooms can offer this sanctuary from everyday life, but with addition of spa-like features, your bathroom can transform your home into a serene, luxurious retreat that mimics the tranquility and relaxation of a high-end spa.
Including high quality bathroom components like free-standing tubs, rainfall showers, or steam showers/rooms is important to mimic a spa experience. However, these elements are only one piece of the puzzle. To truly create a spa experience, consider bigger pieces like fireplaces. large windows, or entryways to the outdoors connected to your bathroom. Decor is important also and a spa look can be achieved with the use of airy curtains, soothing color palette, plants, and high quality linens
2: Smart Bathroom Technology
Smart home technology can be utilized in bathrooms in unique ways. Smart mirrors are very high tech and feature integrated LED lights, touch screen controls, anti-fog features, and bluetooth speakers. You can also utilize touchless faucets and smart toilets that include bidets, heated seats, and self cleaning features.
Digital showers or steam rooms have become quite popular as well, with the ability to set precise temperatures, and program things like duration and water flow for different users of the shower. Pair this with automated ventilation systems, your vents can power on once a certain level of humidity is detected in the air. Finally, smart lighting systems can be applied in the bathroom as well, with dimming features and programmed settings. If you have an existing smart home control center, you can even link some of these things to the central nervous system of your house.
3: Custom Shower Enclosures
Shower design and functionality has come a long way throughout the years, and different enclosure styles can be used to heighten the look and function of your shower.
Frameless Glass Showers: These showers have minimal hardware and are mostly glass that joins together to frame the shower. These thick tempered glass panels are durable and sleek and can be tailored to any space.
Curbless Showers: Curbless shower frames means there is no bottom threshold to step over and are flush with the floor. This enclosure type is not only great for people with mobility issues, but can offer a sleek and modern design. The floors are often sloped to offer proper water drainage.
Glass Block, Textured, and Frosted Glass: If you are looking for privacy while still using large amounts of glass for your enclosure, there are many options. Glass blocks can be stacked in many configurations to offer some privacy, but are also a very durable option. If you want to use glass but also want privacy, then textured or frosted glass is a perfect option for you.
4: Large Format Tiles
Large format tiles are a great option for remodels. They offer a very contemporary and clean look that has gained popularity over the last few years. The simplicity of these big, bold tiles can make a powerful statement in your bathroom and can aid in creating a luxurious look. Also, they can make a bathroom appear larger, because of the minimal use of grout lines.
Large format tiles offer many functional benefits too. Less grout means less cleaning and potential for mold buildup. They are often extremely durable (being made of porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, or even glass) and very resistant to wear. These tiles have many finishes too so when it comes to interior design you have so many options to choose from.
People often use large format tiles for bathroom floors, shower walls, or other bathroom accent walls. Although large format tiles can be more expensive upfront they can save you money in the long run due to their durability and energy efficiency if you are using them with heated floor features.
5: Stylish Bathroom Ventilation
Bathroom ventilation does not need to be boring and only functional. Design considerations can be included in your vents in a number of ways including decorative vent covers, integrated exhaust fans with other features like lighting, or recessed ventilation systems that sit flush with the ceiling and create a sleek look.
You can also install louvered windows to offer some natural ventilation. Finally, consider smart ventilation systems that automatically engage when a certain humidity level is flagged.
6: Organic Materials and Natural Elements
Using natural materials in your bathroom can have a dramatic effect visually, and really heightens the bathroom experience. The combination of natural stone, wood elements, and plants help to create a modern design. When tastefully combined they can create the perfect mood in your bathroom. Contact the design team at Regal and we will be happy to help you design your dream bathroom!
If you are looking for a more rustic look, use materials like terracotta, clay, pebbles, and natural fibers for things like runs or mats. Pairing that with overall earth tones can help create a spa-like experience. One natural “material” we often overlook is sunlight! Consider skylights or increased window space to let sun accentuate your bathroom design elements.
7: Retro Makes a Comeback
Retro bathroom design has officially made a comeback, but with a more modern touch. However even though the look is more modern, the elements of retro design are still all present in well executed bathroom remodels. This includes pastels and color schemes like mint green, baby blue, pale pink, and buttery yellow. Using contrasting elements like black and white can accentuate the colorful elements even more.
Tiles are still the go-to with retro designs like subway tiles, geometric tiles, or checkerboard white and black tiles for flooring. Every detail of bathroom design was different in the past, including the use of clawfoot tubs, pedestal sinks, sconces, pendant lights, or globe lights. Accessories like framed mirrors, medicine cabinets, and patterned wallpaper help to bring in all the retro elements together and reinforce this design choice.