15 on-trend ideas for the bathroom in 2025
- Published on December 11, 2024
- Revised on December 14, 2024
- 12 min read
Evelyne Chevrette
Forget about your run-of-the-mill bathroom remodel: design meets well-being in 2025. Modern décor, brilliant colours and unexpected materials that make you go hmmm all come together in this most important place. Explore 15 of the latest trends to drop by the loo. Perhaps you’ll be spurred into action to transform your own bathroom.
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Can you dig peaceful surroundings, inspired by the beach and ocean? For starters, colour plays a leading role in a coastal-style bathroom. The eye is drawn to soft shades of white, aqua blue, light sand and sage green. Light wood (bonus points if it has a patina finish) and gilded hardware further enhance the tranquility of the space. It’s interesting to highlight the crossover effect as this style is also found in 2025 kitchen trends.
There’s a lot of sunshine down by the sea. Reflective surfaces like glass and mirrors are great props to up the light factor. Wood panelling could hang front and centre on all the walls or make a standalone statement as an accent wall behind a vanity, in a light shade reminiscent of sea foam or shells. Consider wall sconces or a large rattan light fixture, then wrap up the look with accessories like wicker baskets and ceramic pots.
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People can’t get enough of bathrooms with personalized storage options built especially for their space. These made-to-measure creations include crafty features: built-in cabinets, built-in baskets and even a linen chute. This trend makes organization a top priority and keeps towels, beauty products and miscellaneous accessories in order.
There are various paths you could take. A cabinet with glass doors would elegantly display accessories. One that goes all the way to the ceiling will maximize available space by adding a more few shelves. Last decision to make: handles or no handles for cabinet doors.
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How to create a fascinating dynamic in the bathroom? Start with exploring distinct textures and a range of metals. Throw caution to the wind! Take your décor to the next level by combining two of the following shades: gold, silver, black and bronze. Faucets and accessories with a glossy or matte finish become the break-out stars of this trend.
The first step is to pick a metal combo you like. Brass is particularly well suited to silver or black stainless steel. Picture pairing a gold metal faucet and handles with a dark aluminum framed mirror. Choose walls in neutral tones – like beige or light gray – to enhance the look and emphasize the metal mojo
“For a seamless experience, make sure all the fittings are the same colour,” says Marilena Tricarico, host, speaker and content creator at EspaceProprio. “See where your originality takes you when shopping for accessories like mirrors, light fixtures and handles.”
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No need to book a visit to a Nordic spa when you can bring the trend into your own bathroom. Let’s just say you had me at spa and this trend is sizzling hot. The deal clincher is enjoying a spa-like level of living in your own home. Saunas, oversized bathtubs and showers with a smorgasboard of features like multiple jets and chromatherapy lighting.
To get that balneotherapy experience at home, start by installing a deep bathtub and shower, separated by a partition. This setup will let you smoothly step out of a hot bath into a refreshing shower. Consider a steam bath (hammam), rain shower or even a compact sauna. Keep in mind that subdued lighting, plants and essential oil diffusers are also unassuming additions to create a calming atmosphere.
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Watch your ceiling rise to new heights this season! It’s all about encouraging people to look up and shake their heads in quiet appreciation. It’s time to give the ‘fifth wall’ its 15 minutes of flashy fame. What was your first clue that lighting is going to play a starring role?
First off, figure out how much space you’ve got. If you have enough height to play with, install wooden beams or slats. If the room is vertically challenged, your best bet is to turn to textural effects like lime finish. For a bolder result, slap on some patterned wallpaper. Illuminated cornices, recessed lighting and wall sconces are all in the running to draw attention to the ceiling.
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Tile positioned vertically on bathroom walls makes you stop and do a double take. It stretches compact spaces so they seem higher than they really are. Tall grout lines play tricks on the eyes to create that illusion. The choice of tile colour adds a playful element, making this bandwagon an attractive one to jump on.
First things first, porcelain or ceramic tile is more moisture-resistant and easy to maintain. Mount tile vertically on the wall in key areas: right in the shower, behind the sink or bathtub. Create an interesting borderline by putting tile only on the bottom half of the wall. Match the tile to black, gold or silver metal fittings.
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Like the kitchen before it, the bathroom is welcoming colour with open arms. Brilliant, luminous shades are on the horizon in 2025. Blush pink and sage green compete with timeless white, beige and gray. Shades straight out of nature (think taupe and ocean blue) round out the colour palette.
Pick your colour and decide where it’s going… on the sink, cabinets or an accent wall? Your mission: don’t overdo it. Balance it with neutral elements like pale wood furniture or white accessories. Or you could wallpaper until just above the vanity, in a matching shade of course.
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Say what? Shower walls made of microcement (cement, resin and pigment-based coating) or plaster are slowly moving into traditional tile territory. These materials provide a smooth surface without visible joints, which makes cleaning a breeze. Microcement is especially known for its strength and durability, and is available in neutral shades (usually gray and beige). Its texture can vary: a polished finish accentuates a room’s modernity, while a matte finish adds warmth.
N.B.: Installing microcement requires specific know-how and it’s often done by companies specializing in decorative coatings or high-end finishes. You’ll benefit from their expertise in application and maintenance techniques.
Microcement’s contemporary appearance, generally associated with a chic industrial style, goes with metal fittings and lighting, as well as wood furniture. You could also use large ceramic tile and a similar-coloured grout to mimic a microcement wall. This tile reproduces the effect and gives the shower a fresh look but at a lower cost.
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One idea not going anywhere is combining two types of tile in the shower. This trend is highly personal and lets you show off your creative side. Specifically, use different materials on the floor and up the walls. Keep the visual unity flowing by picking two materials in the same shade.
You could line the walls with zellige tile but just from the floor to halfway up the wall (for a more streamlined effect). Combine with a microcement floor – especially if you want a refined look. Match the colour of accessories to the tile if you’re looking for colour consistency. Or, you could have some fun playing with size, finish and colour to bring out the best contrasts. Consider installing faucets with a striking design, such as a black or gold shower head.
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With their impressive length, floating vanities can occupy the entire width of the room. Designed to be attached to a wall, they sometimes extend onto adjoining walls, creating an elegant corner continuity. They generally provide generous storage and can host two sinks, an ideal situation for a family or couple.
The variety of available material options (wood, composite, metal, glass, etc.) means you can adapt the style of vanity to your personal taste. Position the sink to maximize space. It can be a big unit so leave enough room for adequate circulation. Hang large frameless mirrors, which will make the room seem bigger.
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Wood panelling in the bathroom is enjoying a renaissance of epic proportions. Panels installed horizontally or vertically add warmth and texture. And they come in this year’s favourite colours! It’s a trend often associated with coastal décor but easily adapts to other styles too (Scandinavian, farmhouse, rustic or contemporary).
Play around with contrasts by combining wood panelling with metal details, like faucets or mirror frames. Mix some novelty with modernity by using colours like laurel green or navy blue. Partial panelling is one option and can be installed on the lower half of a wall while covering the rest with ceramic tile.
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The walls around the bathtub can really steal the show! Tile or mosaic covers the entire wall, giving it a most excellent look while also keeping water at bay. This artistic fresco-worthy décor is designed to keep the space in order thanks to its easy maintenance – so simple to clean!
First, select materials that go with your bathroom style. A mosaic with glazed finish adds more brightness than matte ceramic tile that’s more subdued and understated. Combine two tile sizes, for example 24” x 48” (walls) and 24” x 24” (floors). Have fun deciding on two colours or even two different patterns to use.
“If you want to go with similar-coloured tile, add a design with relief,” suggests our expert Marilena Tricarico. “Choose to apply richly textured ceramic that’s a little bolder. But it still has to be easy to maintain. The effect is beauty without compromise!”
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This trend encourages you to create a soothing atmosphere by integrating natural components into bathroom décor. The term biophilia is being increasingly used to describe the human connection with nature. This approach relies on plants, earthy tones (beige, sand, green, etc.) and raw materials (wood, brick, stone) to evoke serenity and well-being in concrete spaces.
Prioritize wooden items like a vanity or open shelving. Add some house plants: ferns or succulents that purify the air and insert touches of green and a breath of fresh air indoors. Let your Zen meter go through the roof with a bamboo soap dish, jute rug, linen curtains, wicker baskets, maybe a small fountain or stone sink.
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Skylights are a common addition in the bathroom. They bring us closer to nature and can make a small-sized room appear bigger. The pros? Sunlight floods in and they can also help reduce energy consumption by reducing the need for artificial lighting (provided they are well insulated to prevent heat loss).
Scope out possible locations. The ideal spot would be to install above a bathtub or shower. You’ll enjoy bathing in natural light. To ensure the sun’s rays spread as far as possible, opt for light walls, then hang large mirrors and mount a storage unit with glass doors. An important point to consider: whether skylights are being installed on a flat or sloping roof, it’s essential to ensure installation that guarantees watertightness and durability. Varying temperatures can cause water infiltration over time.
“If you have a sloped roof, make sure skylights are not visible from the front,” says Marilena Tricarico. “This could change your home’s appearance. Is your bathroom located at the back of the house? You’re good to go!”
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Separate sinks are perfect for a family or couple who like to have their own space. Instead of being recessed or installed side by side on a long cabinet, this year two sinks are placed in different areas. The trend is an exciting challenge for those who want to think outside the box and do a new take on the classic layout we’re used to seeing
It’s important to consider the configuration options you have to work with. If there’s enough room in your bathroom, place a bathtub between two sinks. It’ll become the highlight of the room. Alternatively, a wall, screen, cupboard, potted tree or towel rail can be used as a partition. Make sure to pick the same materials for both sinks to respect the visual unity.
“I was creating a bathroom layout for a couple of clients once,” says Marilena Tricarico. “The lady was tiny and her partner was much bigger. We decided to go with two separate vanities, one smaller, one taller. A great example of how far design is willing to go to adapt to specific needs.”
Monochrome bathroom A room where all surfaces and elements match is no longer on-trend. The all-white bathroom is becoming more and more outdated. It’s time to have fun with a variety of textures and shades.
Tech up the wazoo Overly visible gadgets don’t make the grade in modern bathrooms. Avoid neon tubes and multiple shower jets that take over the space. The trend now leans toward a more subtle approach to the smart bathroom: hidden smart mirror controls, toilets without visible push buttons, etc.
Subway tile laid offset While the famous rectangular tile is still popular on its own, its so-called half-offset installation (on brick walls, too) is on its way out. Now it’s better to vertically align the tile for less conventional results (for example, narrow 8“ x 2” tiles).
Frameless glass shower Long appreciated for its minimalist appearance, this type of shower is declining in popularity. Nowadays, a glass shower enclosure with a thin frame is on trend. These new solutions offer more aesthetic possibilities, such as discreet rail systems.
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Evelyne Chevrette decided one day that it was time she got to work on her bucket list. She chose to become a writer! This teaching graduate knows no fear. Parachute jumping? Check! Bungee jumping? Coming soon! This blogger, experienced in writing articles about human relationships, is now focused on homeownership and renovations—topics that are not disconnected. Having a place to call “home” is fundamental in our lives.
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