Have you recently looked at your bathroom design and felt the urge to breathe new life into it, whether it’s through a fresh shower curtain or bigger, dustier jobs like tiles? Well, if you, too, are craving a change, you’ve landed in just the right spot.
The bathroom is one of the most used rooms in the home, so its function is always prioritised, but it’s important not to overlook the way it looks and feels. So, if you want to beautify your design, why not try making it look less like a bathroom? Hear me out…
The ‘living’ bathroom look is one of the latest trends to capture my attention. Say hello to designs with painted tubs, bijou basins, and striking vanities, surfaces decked out in charming tiles and bold wallpaper, complete with plush armchairs, chunky curtains, and tactile rugs. Dreamy, right?
From coloured sanitaryware, statement pieces of furniture, to smaller finishing touches such as wall art, bath mats, and soap holders, there are so many ways to inject character into your design. We’ve gathered some stunning decorating ideas here to show you just what’s possible.
Also on my radar…
Taking a closer look at the walls and floors, wallpaper, paint and intricate finishes are the perfect tools for taking your bathroom out of the ordinary and adding another layer of interest to your design. So, if you’ve been searching for daring ways to upgrade your bathing or showering space, look no further than these 16 fun ideas right here.
And, if you are looking for newness, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite recent tile launches, sure to elevate your space from purely practical to pretty, too. Picture tropical slabs in soft greens and lively pinks, glazed zellige-like designs, handcrafted solutions, and opulent marble-inspired porcelain.
We’ve got something for every taste and style, so click here to browse the latest.
What’s trending?
- Stone is taking over our interiors. From countertop basins and tabletops, to smaller décor pieces such as lamps, the latest solutions are adorned with eye-catching swirls and veins, whether it’s authentic marble or inspired effects.
- Curvaceous shapes and scalloped detailing are ideal for softening the look of your kitchen and adding visual interest.
- Warm up your space and achieve a cocooning atmosphere in your bedroom design with delicious coffee and toffee tones. Think sumptuous neutral paint, brown velvet bed frames or accent chairs, and rich chocolate-coloured cushions and throws.
- Give your walls and floors some much-needed TLC with the newest tile and wallpaper offerings, from Graham & Brown’s Design of the Year 2026 to Otto Tiles & Design’s new Ceramic collection.
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The layered textures in this design by Project London, from the limewash walls and wood accents to the marble surfaces and metallic trim of the banquette, elevate the look and feel of this bright kitchen.
A jewel box of a bathroom – from the opulent stone to the sleek light fixtures and coordinating gold tap and hardware, this design is packed with wow factor.
I see an oversized headboard, I double-tap! To me, there is something so chic about a plush, extra-large design, whether it has power sockets, lights, and side tables incorporated within the frame, or it simply ‘hugs’ them in.
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