12 Dreamy Tubs for Indulgent Bathing
Take a peek at these to-die-for bathrooms and you're bound to add a luxury tub to your dream-home wishlist
Whether you’re in the market for a five-star bath, or you simply want a bit of escapism, this round-up of beautiful tubs is sure to inspire. Baths have come a long way from the conventional rectangle and now vary greatly in shape, size and materials. While you might not have the space or funds for some of these dreamy numbers, they are sure to capture your imagination and take you on a journey into ‘some day’. Sit back, get lost in your imaginings and enjoy.
2. A curvy number
In this bathroom by Canny Design, the stunning freestanding bath steals the show. The bath has been designed with confident curves and good ergonomics for a soothing bathing experience, and its dramatic contours suit a contemporary setting.
In this bathroom by Canny Design, the stunning freestanding bath steals the show. The bath has been designed with confident curves and good ergonomics for a soothing bathing experience, and its dramatic contours suit a contemporary setting.
3. Room with a view
Corner baths hark back to the fun-loving ’70s, but with a view like this, a bath tucked into the corner is the best way to make the most of it. The surrounding ledge doubles as a handy shelf for bubbles and bath salts – or that hard-earned G&T.
Corner baths hark back to the fun-loving ’70s, but with a view like this, a bath tucked into the corner is the best way to make the most of it. The surrounding ledge doubles as a handy shelf for bubbles and bath salts – or that hard-earned G&T.
4. Garden party
This indulgent bath is all the more special thanks to its wonderful setting. Bi-fold doors encourage a seamless flow from inside to out, while a private terrace next to the tub elevates the bathing experience to the next level of relaxation.
This indulgent bath is all the more special thanks to its wonderful setting. Bi-fold doors encourage a seamless flow from inside to out, while a private terrace next to the tub elevates the bathing experience to the next level of relaxation.
5. A dark and sumptuous delight
The slick design of this contemporary bath gives it a stylish edge suitable for a variety of settings – from urban loft to traditional home. When it’s set against a romantic backdrop of moody greys and Marie Antoinette-style rose wallpaper, the tone becomes soft and calming, and balance is restored.
The slick design of this contemporary bath gives it a stylish edge suitable for a variety of settings – from urban loft to traditional home. When it’s set against a romantic backdrop of moody greys and Marie Antoinette-style rose wallpaper, the tone becomes soft and calming, and balance is restored.
6. Plunge straight in
Straight out of an A-lister’s abode, this divine plunge bath set into the floor brings the spa experience home.
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Straight out of an A-lister’s abode, this divine plunge bath set into the floor brings the spa experience home.
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7. Romantic effect
You’ve seen dramatic canopies adorning elegant four-poster beds; this is the bathing equivalent. Delicate voiles cocoon the slipper bath to create a truly restful and romantic setting.
You’ve seen dramatic canopies adorning elegant four-poster beds; this is the bathing equivalent. Delicate voiles cocoon the slipper bath to create a truly restful and romantic setting.
8. Show-stopping lighting
An elegant cut-glass or crystal chandelier adds to the atmosphere of this opulent bathing chamber. Hung directly over the centrally-located tub, it washes the whole room with glittering refractions, making the space simply sparkle.
TIP: When choosing a pendant-style light for a wet environment, ensure it meets the Australian/ New Zealand standard wiring rules, which state that when positioning electrical fittings above the bath, they must be fitted to a height of 2.25 metres.
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An elegant cut-glass or crystal chandelier adds to the atmosphere of this opulent bathing chamber. Hung directly over the centrally-located tub, it washes the whole room with glittering refractions, making the space simply sparkle.
TIP: When choosing a pendant-style light for a wet environment, ensure it meets the Australian/ New Zealand standard wiring rules, which state that when positioning electrical fittings above the bath, they must be fitted to a height of 2.25 metres.
15 bathroom lighting ideas
9. A tropical oasis
Create your own luxury eco retreat with indoor plants. The perfect plants for these humid conditions are ferns and orchids. Air plants grow without soil and are also great for bathrooms. However, if you don’t want the hassle of caring for indoor plants, then a striking arrangement of large palm fronds in a huge vase will create a similarly exotic effect and make the air seem cleaner and fresher – grow them in your garden so you can easily replace the leaves the fronds in your bathroom when they start to wilt.
14 indoor-outdoor bathrooms
Create your own luxury eco retreat with indoor plants. The perfect plants for these humid conditions are ferns and orchids. Air plants grow without soil and are also great for bathrooms. However, if you don’t want the hassle of caring for indoor plants, then a striking arrangement of large palm fronds in a huge vase will create a similarly exotic effect and make the air seem cleaner and fresher – grow them in your garden so you can easily replace the leaves the fronds in your bathroom when they start to wilt.
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10. Escape to an alpine retreat
The rich, warm timber of this inviting space conjures up images of Rocky Mountain cabins or secluded woodland huts, while a chunky yet streamlined tub sets the scene for a welcoming dip. Imagine sinking into this heavenly retreat after a blustery winter’s walk. Bliss.
The rich, warm timber of this inviting space conjures up images of Rocky Mountain cabins or secluded woodland huts, while a chunky yet streamlined tub sets the scene for a welcoming dip. Imagine sinking into this heavenly retreat after a blustery winter’s walk. Bliss.
11. Porthole style
This round window has a huge impact on this otherwise simple bathroom, and gives the traditional claw-foot bath some wow factor. A modern freestanding tap is teamed with the classic tub for an elegant mix of old and new.
This round window has a huge impact on this otherwise simple bathroom, and gives the traditional claw-foot bath some wow factor. A modern freestanding tap is teamed with the classic tub for an elegant mix of old and new.
12. A dream come true
There’s definitely space for two in this huge inset bath, and there’s likely to be a queue to use it. With an open fire to hypnotise you while you soak, this is surely the ultimate bathing experience.
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There’s definitely space for two in this huge inset bath, and there’s likely to be a queue to use it. With an open fire to hypnotise you while you soak, this is surely the ultimate bathing experience.
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Inspired by the traditional French Bateau bath, this elegant copper design deserves a regal setting in the centre of the bathroom. A sumptuous soak is sure to be had in the deep interior, while the double-ended design is ideal for dual bathing.