Many people want to achieve not only the nice looking design of their apartment but to make it unusual, original, and exciting the imagination of every person to enter the room. And this is not about a lot of money, no. It`s a little bit harder than to spend a certain amount of your finance and just wait for work should have been done. The extraordinary approach requires your personal participation, taste, and a sense of beauty. And even after you have the concept of something unusual in your apartment, the process of its implementation in the real interior will be no easier.
Contents:
- Finishing methods
- Unusual form and solutions
- Original furniture
- Eco and folk design
- Bright modern design
- Dark shades
- Classic style
- Modern and ethnic styles
- Country style
That`s why it is so important to realize which original design strokes and know-how can blend each other in the background of the real atmosphere and with modern trimming, finishing, and layout of the interior. So we`ve gathered some modern bathroom interior design ideas to make a subtle hint on what you can use within your apartment. Of course, it`s unnecessary and in many cases just impossible to copy one of the represented examples. But even if you liked the form of the sink, or construction of the tap or bathtub and will use it in your apartment, our effort would be not in vain.
Why the bathroom? Frankly speaking, the bathroom is probably the most appropriate space for experiments and original stuff. Because of its small area, it doesn`t require the most complex planning of the layout and can accommodate just a couple of intricately designed things: whether it would be a tap, sink, shelving, toilet, vanity, stool, etc.
Modern Bathroom Interior Design Ideas. Finishing Methods
Let’s start with the most unusual trends and peculiarities in the trimming and finishing methods. Look at this unique design idea to layout the floor with the sidewalk tiles, which looks organically enough though. Also, we can pay attention to the vintage dissonant black radiator at the window. It looks like an alien in this industrial styled room, nevertheless attracting the surprising glances of the visitors. Chromed sanitary engineering with the original form of the knobs should seemingly disharmonize with the purple drawer case under the bucket-shaped sink. But this composition looks fit and advantageous. The simple beige wall finishing with the matted plaster and the abundance of mirrors in the room left on the backstage.
And this nice example of decorating the accent wall can be interesting for the lovers of Marine theme in conditions of modern urbanistic apartments. The silver pebble pattern on the walls and the smooth sink in the form of a bigger pebble look organically in the combination with dark wood as if hovering in the air and the low-key designed faucet.
A brand new trend of the late years is to mount the cistern into the wall was used in the decoration of this unique interior. Wall paneling with a wide board of natural structure and the white surfaces of the sanitary ware and mirror frame completes the image. The sink deserves a mention as the separate masterpiece of the design idea. High-tech minimalistic white plain surface brings a new trend into the designing of the sinks.
Metro tile would be relevant for the finishing of the areas with high humidity. As you can see, the regular metro tile can become a part of genuine art in the utilitarian premise with the black and white contrast composition. The unique black solid rack under the sinks revives the simple finished premise and adding unrepeatable touch into its atmosphere as well as being a useful stand for different things.
Take a look at this nice design of the bathroom under a sloped ceiling with a skylight. It combines a couple of functional zones at once. You can take a bath, use the toilet and sink here in the morning, as well as choose your daily wardrobe or even do some of your business tasks sitting at the small improvised working place near the window. The red tones of the cabinet and the bathtub add brightness to the minimalistic interior.
This original bath design in the nook between the walls and ceiling is definitely a masterpiece of designing art in Industrial style. The bathtub has every plumbing communication, lighting, and free space to be considered as a full-fledged place for bathing and not just a whim of imagination.
The most widespread method to emphasize the style of your premise and to make more aesthetic and attractive is the old and well-known one – to arrange the accent wall in contrast with the other part of the interior by using different materials. But do not forget about the practical part of the issue.
The accent can be denoted even without the decorating of one of the walls. The zoning panel or partition would be enough. Of course, it should be safe and strong to avoid traumatism on the slick surface of the wet floor.
Unusual Form and Solutions in the Bathroom
You can astonish your guests with the original design ideas of your bathroom. Yes, it is the most expensive and time-consuming way, and you should have the appropriate area of the premise but it allows you to produce a real masterwork in your house.
If you`re a fan of underground cafes or office utilitarian premises, you can recourse to such a design method as decorating the bathroom with industrial lanterns and a large sink for three-people.
Another unique solution for the bathroom is modern shower cabin door of glass with horizontal metal stripes of the frame. It makes the door look like a mirror.
A very non-standard and impressive solution for the large studio apartment is to combine the bathroom with the boudoir in one. It is probably the sweetest dream of any woman to take care of her body and image in the one same luxuriously arranged place.
The wood and marble tile for the trimming of one of the most unusual bathroom designs ever. Fully minimalistic, utmost stylish, it can`t leave anyone unimpressed by the original solution of the shower. A functional segment of the premise with a sink, vanity, and mirror complements the overall image.
If you want to arrange the bathroom in the Vintage style, don`t forget to use such an original construction of the shower. It is not new and it might be met in condos even before the Great Depression. But the well-forgotten things are coming back to our apartments as something unusual and fancy.
The mix of the walls finished with plaster and glass is also very spectacular and uses widely in minimalism, hi-tech, and many other modern styles.
Original Bathroom Furniture
The abundance, fantasy, and variation of modern bathroom furniture can really surprise. And if you want to achieve the unusual mix of the storage in your bath, just turn on your imagination and combine some of the ideas together.
The hollow between the bathroom vanity and the sink appears as the cozy storage. The glossy bathroom cabinet helps the mirror to create an unusual look and plays a functional role at the same time.
Just look at this futuristic design of the bathroom in a private house. It possibly took a long time for the homeowners to get used to it.
Eco and Folk Design in the Bathroom
Another effective method to turn your bathroom into a place full of fantasy and imagination is to apply the national styles, painting, or the ecological theme. It doesn`t take much time and money and can consist of only one element in your bathroom.
Just take a look at this tight room. Now it looks far more impressive with the sink in the form of the enormous pearl oyster shell on the African style vanity.
An absolutely unique bundle of timber instead of the ceiling trimming in the rustic styled bathroom with the wooden door, wall trimming, and the two roughly treated steel sinks. The image is enhanced by the backlight of the large mirror.
This small bathroom area also being transfigured with the applying of the Asian motifs.
An unusual stone counter in front of the mirror on the spectacular tree trunk which also “holds” the copper sink looks very impressive. The rest of the bathroom is trimmed regularly. And that`s how only one element can change the image of the premise drastically.
And the last photo of our unusual bathroom collection shows the possible variant of the painting the room. Marble trimming for the floor and a part of the wall behind the toilet looks spectacular against the background of hot Persian motifs of oasis with exuberant nature.
Bright Bathroom Modern Design
The interior of the bathroom can be a source of realization of your dreams and design ideas. Bright colors help exalt the room design to a whole different level of perception.
Warm wood tones are combined with the cool azure tiles that lined the shower space, creating an incredible tandem. Different kinds of lighting help to appear in the bathroom at its best.
The bathroom looks bright thanks to the mixing of contrasting warm tones of varying depth. The original system of wall lamps gives the room a certain romance and festivity.
This bath with a multi-level floor in golden tones is truly chic. The imitation of amber coating on a neutral background decoration brings genuine royal character and special charm into the room.
The simple and laconic interior becomes positive and elegant thanks to the contrast of colors. This room is incredibly practical and convenient. To start a new day with a warm and positive environment means to get a charge of vivacity for all working hours.
The brightness of this bathroom interior is created mainly by a gorgeous view from the window. When you see so attractive nature outside the room, you do not want to bath in an atmosphere of something else to distract from the unity with nature. Hence the extraordinary design method – the location of the sinks near the window, and the mirrors directly on the front wall. Full of light and spacious bath attracts the eye and fascinates.
Despite the light finish of almost all surfaces in the room, it looks bright and interesting. A bit of contrast in the design of frames for mirrors and hanging lamps gives the bathroom a reflection of the creative idea.
Several warm natural hues in the decoration of the bathroom come in contrast with the cool colors, creating a refined and elegant setting. Use of not only ceramic and stone tiles for cladding, but also whole pieces of natural materials, raised bathroom design to the level of luxury and comfort chic.
Only one wall with an unusual design in these snow-white bathrooms making them bright and unique. Backlighting in this case enhances the created effect.
Natural colors create a unique atmosphere in the bathroom. An interesting decision is to equip the door leading to the backyard right in the shower, which allows you not to only admire the infield landscaping during water treatment, but also to wash the paws of your pets right in the shower before letting them into the house.
Shades of gray can also be bright, we just need to oppose them the wood surface of warm color. And the original lighting enhances this effect.
Sand and golden tones look great in combination with beige trim. The original design of the room in a minimalist style leaves a large amount of space.
The Dark Shades in Modern Bathroom: Game of Contrasts and Design Experiments
Many designers are not afraid to use contrasting dark colors for finishing the bathroom interior, because there is always a demand for these interiors among homeowners.
If the size of the room allows, why shouldn`t you use a contrasting color scheme for the surface finishing of the bath? Several shades of gray are perfectly combined in a single room.
Dark walls and the floor is the perfect backdrop for the snow-white sanitary ware decoration items.
It is no need for the entire interior of the bathroom to be immersed in dark shades, it`s enough to execute one of the walls in contrasting trim, or use a dark, deep color in furniture.
Game of contrasts of dark and white shades most vividly manifested in the design of the bathroom with almost black mosaic tiles.
This small bathroom located in the attic was successfully finished in dark colors and visually it is not reduced due to the natural light flooding across the bathroom almost all day.
This luxurious bathroom in minimalist style is so large that it can be completely painted in a dark color. But contrasting white tones and wooden flooring are diluting dark finishes.
Another well-known design technique in the bathroom interior is the use of dark colors at the lower level surfaces and lighter ones at the top.
When decorating a bathroom surfaces in dark tones, lighting acquires special importance. Several options for lighting solve a lot of problems. The central chandelier in alliance with backlit of mirrors or sinks is an excellent option organization bathroom lighting.
The room does not look dark, despite the fact that all the walls are lined with mosaic tiles of very dark shades. The bright ceiling and plumbing, as well as the mirror surface, appears as a dilution and bathroom lighting contrast.
These bathrooms look bright despite the total black color used in the decoration of some surfaces. Natural lighting and an abundance of bright colors allow us to mention the freshness and tranquility in the interior of the room.
Classic Styled Bathrooms
Classicism is especially relevant to bathrooms. The family of this style proclaims the use of noble natural materials: stone, marble, wood, imitation of precious metals. The scale and scope of the Classic style correspond to the chic look of the main bathroom.
Along with pronounced Classic styles, we have modernized its versions as Retro, Art Nouveau, Vintage, Fusion, and others. The transition from ancient to modern times brings a lot of romantic things and intricate forms. If you are a romantic person, you can take advantage of such a fancy design.
Minimalism is also relevant to the bathroom. This style becomes indispensable if we speak about multifunctional bathrooms where a big number of items should be combined. Below you can see the example of organic symbiosis between laundry and bathroom within a single space.
Eco style can be attributed to the separate category of styles. However, there is no strict determination of this style in modern conditions. That gives broad possibilities to creativeness. Hence, we can get really unexpected design interior examples that will stun even picky observers.
Modern and Ethnic Styles for the Main Bathroom
A big bunch of modern styles can present a large selection of architectural and stylistic solutions for the bathroom. Nevertheless, we should not lose our minds by looking at an abundance of choices. There is always a risk to take wrong proportions, a ridiculous combination of elements, or simply clutter the space with too many items.
The Loft style above and Scandinavian below represent the mild passage from classic styles to modernity. As you can see, there is a lot of common traits. However, light color gamma and the tendency to minimalistic forms are the main ideas. But the overall image becomes more fluent, dynamic. This is due to the smoothness and elasticity in the lineament of modern design.
The modern style itself is the coexistence of all the best practices of its predecessors. It has no big secrets. Nice warm color scheme, elaborate lighting, space-saving practices (hovering vanities for example), zoning, minimalistic taps are essential parts of its success.
Speaking about ethnic styles, we can refer to classics one more time. It’s because almost every European style takes its origins from long-gone times. English rigor and practicality also transmit the royal chic of castles.
However, the group of Oriental style for the bathroom is probably even more popular for now. They also can boast sophistication and a modern look. In addition, the Japanese style saved much more authenticity. It can show us the life of samurai in an almost primordial view. But if you look closer, you’ll see all the modern materials and forms.
Elements of a Country Style in the Modern Bathroom Design
The contemporary styles of bathroom interior very often lack a natural element. The use of artificial materials for decoration, tiling, and furniture manufacturing is economically justified. But if homeowners have the financial capacity, the use of natural raw materials can not be avoided. Even a small surface, made of eco-friendly materials brings its residents to nature and warms the atmosphere of the room. Wood and stone are combined perfectly with modern materials and accessories, and decorative items from natural materials will look chic in a modern setting.
Beams of virtually untreated wood overlaps with the same surface of the countertop with sinks and mirror frames, bringing a natural element in the ultra-modern atmosphere of the room.
The wall of natural stone becomes the focal point of a bathroom and an excellent backdrop for the snow-white oval bath.
And finally, we present you with some interesting options for bathroom design in a contemporary style, harmoniously combining minimalism, modern and hi-tech styles.
