If you’ve been to the spa lately, you’ve probably noticed its impeccable style and stress-free vibe. But who says the spa is the only place to escape from your busy, demanding days?

Your new designer bathroom can give off the same relaxing feel by updating it with different fixtures. With all the diverse styles of faucets, sinks, cabinets, showers and tubs out there, you’re sure to be pampering yourself in your own private spa that embodies your design taste.

Traditional sinks are normally installed into a bathroom cabinet, or they are mounted on their own pillar. As functional as they are, most of these sinks are not very creative when it comes to style. If you want your sink to be visually stunning, yet practical, consider a vessel bowl sink. They sit on top of a bathroom counter, and resemble a large bowl.

Vessel sinks are currently in the height of style, and with their larger size, they catch water more easily. I love the look of this stone black vessel sink.

These bowl vessel sinks also come in a variety of shapes and colours, so finding a sink to match your spa-influenced bathroom shouldn’t be difficult.

Bathroom faucets have also come a long way. The standard “hot” and “cold” handles, complete with basic spigot, are a thing of the past. Modern faucets are taller, slimmer, and definitely more attractive.

Waterfall faucets are an innovative and stylish new trend. To use a waterfall faucet, simply pull the handle from side to side to produce hot or cold, and watch the water pour downwards off its plate into the sink. They give off a “spa vibe” with their soothing waterfall flow.

If you’re leaning towards replacing your entire sink, faucet, and mirror, there are bathroom vanity sets available that include all three fixtures. This is a simple way to find pieces that go together in one easy step. Look for vanity sets with double sinks if you are planning to share your bathroom – it’ll be easier in the morning when you’re getting ready for the day.

Bathroom vanity sets with single sinks usually come with a storage cabinet instead of a second sink. Perfect for storing your towels and toiletries – and aromatherapy candles, of course.

The spa is known for its luxurious steam showers and Jacuzzi tubs. If you want to bring the spa into your bathroom, separate your tub from your shower. Extravagant showers with body jets on the side, foot massagers, and different temperature steam settings are an ideal way to indulge yourself in the ultimate spa experience. 

A really interesting way to add style and interest to your bathroom is by installing a modern massage bathtub. Jets on the sides of the tub and seating grooves offer the best in spa-like comfort. Bathtubs with clean, straight lines and minimal details are fresh and updated, instantly transforming your bathroom into a carefree getaway.

For simple spa-influenced transformations, all you need are a few accessories. Spa colours are calm, warm, and inviting, so opt for a designer shower curtain that fits the spa colour criteria.

Outdated mirrors are frameless and lack charm. Look for a mirror with modern, unique designs to instantly freshen up your bathroom.

Avanity Oriental Dark Walnut Mirror

When you’re unwinding in your bathtub after a long week, you’ll want somewhere to put candles, a drink, and reading material. A stylish, simple bathroom shelf adds the finishing touch to your home spa makeover.

Designer Bathrooms, what relaxing bliss! Nicolette Interior Design Diva

Bathrooms are utilitarian rooms that are often overlooked when redecorating a home but there are some great bathroom design ideas for giving your bathroom a makeover. If your bathroom(s) at home are more than ten years old – chances are they are functional but not as attractive as they could be. The beauty of it is that you often don’t have to spend a lot of money to transform your bath so let’s look at some changes that you might enjoy.

Many older bathrooms had built-in white sinks with long counters and the master bathrooms usually had two sinks along with storage shelves and drawers beneath the countertop. While these are extremely convenient for married people sharing a bathroom they were not very imaginative when it came to bathroom design style. They also generally had a large mirror that would extend across the entire length with no framework – another basic accessory that was needed but was not too attractive.

Today’s sinks and vanities can be as functional as those of yesteryear but they also offer many more options for your bathroom design in terms of style, color and fixtures. With pedestal sinks becoming popular again but if you still need to have storage you can add that with an attractive cabinet that is either part of the sink or entirely separate. Many of the vanity sinks today look like a piece of furniture with exquisite carved doors and a huge selection of styles so you can have your storage and functionality while adding a handsome look to your bath.

Mirrors have progressed a long way as well and most are framed beautifully like a painting and look especially nice over these attractive sinks and vanities. Your faucets and other fixtures have also matured with a wide selection of polished brass, chrome, antique bronze and even onyx and other stones used as decorative touches to complement the sinks and vanities – and you can often get towel bars and other accessories to match.

Separate designer sinks are another popular way to go – particularly in a guest bath. These gorgeous sinks look like works of art with their sculptured glass or stone and come in dramatic colors, designs and shapes and make an immediate impression upon entering a bathroom. Usually placed on a vanity they look too pretty to use but function just as well as the old fashioned kind – and sure look a lot better.

Paint on walls in a passionate red or peaceful blue can also transform a bathroom and of course new flooring in beautiful tiles or travertine can all add their bits of glamour to a bathroom makeover. It doesn’t have to be a lot but it is amazing what a difference any change does to a bathroom. Simply adding a coat of paint and purchasing some stylish towels or changing the faucets – any of these little things can give a bathroom a fresh look and won’t cost you much either.  So whatever your budget might be – you can afford to do something that will give a bath a makeover and you will love it.

Happy Bathroom Designing! Need some help, leave a comment or send me a picture!

Nicolette Interior Design Diva