Modern Bathroom Designs

For homeowners looking to update their home with a modern bathroom design, there are many options available. Even if you are not ready for a complete bathroom renovation, there are several modern design theories you can use to create a more modern space.

Common Modern Bathroom Designs

Modern interior design for bathrooms can take several forms depending on the size of the bathroom and its intended function.

Utilitarian

Modern utilitarian bathrooms used a stripped down aesthetic to create a united appearance. Ornament and multiple colors are considered superfluous in this type of bathroom. Instead, opulence is created through the use of luxurious materials, such as marble and granite.

Spa

Creating a spa in a home bathroom is a popular contemporary bathroom idea. Fluffy white towels, candles, and beautiful containers to hold everyday items help create a calming, peaceful atmosphere. For this type of bathroom, neutral colors, preferable white, should always be used.

Geometric

A modern geometric bathroom uses a simple geometric pattern as a design element. This type of modern bathroom is particularly effective in a small bathroom design, where a few geometric elements can unify the entire space.

Decorating Ideas for Modern Bathroom Style

No matter what type of modern design you wish to replicate, there are a few basic theories of modern design that you should observe. These bathroom decorating ideas should help you create a more modern appearance.

White Linens

Plain white linens reinforce a sparse, modern aesthetic. While you should be generous with the amount of linens available, try to pare down on fussy hand towels and wash clothes that are out in the open. Instead, try a stack of fluffy white bath towels and stow the rest of the towel set out of sight.

Storage

Modern bathroom design is easily identifiable because the lack of clutter and ornament. This means that eliminating clutter through the use of a good storage system is essential. Anything beyond the bare essentials needed to use the bathroom should be stowed out of sight.

Small appliances such as hair dryers and electric shavers should always be stowed in a drawer when not in use. To encourage that these appliances stay out of sight, it is not uncommon to install a few electrical outlets in the pull out drawer where they will be kept.

Streamlined Fixtures

The style of plumbing fixtures in your sink and bathtub are one of the largest indicators of the style of your bathroom. Look for fixtures with few moving parts. The fixtures should be made of nickel, stainless steel, or other, similar metals.

Final Thoughts

A modern bathroom design is currently popular, but may appear dated over time. If you are concerned about resale value, consider choosing plain appliances and fixtures that can be adapted to many styles, and adding decorative touches to create your desired style. This way, you will be assured that you will be able to create a more contemporary style to appeal to homebuyers if needed.

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