Bathroom Inspiration: 20 Cool Contemporary Designs
We've picked out some of our favourite contemporary bathroom designs to inspire you with their style and sheer gorgeousness
Beloved for their sleek clean lines, soothing neutral bases and occasional pops of colour, contemporary bathrooms lead the charge in cutting-edge design. Their fresh open look provides visual appeal and low-maintenance practicality. Here are some of the top picks on Houzz that will wow you with their clever design features.
1. Winner of HIA’s Queensland Bathroom Design of the Year 2013, this sophisticated space features damask-patterned feature tiles that provide a backdrop for the sleek vanity and inky black basins. The room’s ‘point of difference’ is custom-made floor-to-ceiling glazed panels which zone the space. Black toilet paper was even sourced to tie in with the colour scheme!
2. Concealed storage never looked so good! This stunning Melbourne home’s built-in shelving with mirror-fronted cabinetry is everything a product addict could wish for and keeps sundries neat, clean, dry and out of sight.
3. This Sydney stunner won its designers, MMM Interiors, an HIA award for Australian Bathroom Design of the Year. Its indoor/outdoor extension with floor-to-ceiling windows and an external door creates a bathing area that challenges traditional notions of privacy, adding a sense of light and closeness with nature.
4. A striking zebra-print ottoman sets the scene for a decadent bathing experience at this Perth residence. A freestanding bathtub with a row of candles at one side promises a relaxing evening soak, or a sunny daytime one, under a duo of skylights. A symmetrical layout adds to the sense of calm.
5. This Sydney home’s compact and sleek bathroom includes a freestanding bathtub plus a walk-in shower concealed behind a privacy panel. Discreet mirrored cabinets are recessed into the wall above the basin, and LED bulbs are used for task and accent lighting.
6. Branch out with a curved interior wall like the owner of this Melbourne home did when he chose the eye-catching, futuristic design and vibrant feature tile. Note the bare Hollywood-style lights surrounding the mirror for extra drama.
7. This beachside Sydney home’s ensuite cleverly incorporates the beauty of a stunning sandstone cliff with the placement of double-sided, floor-to-ceiling mirrored panels. The open-plan indoor/outdoor layout interplays with the surrounds but can be sealed off in poor weather. No wonder its creator won the Kitchen & Bathroom Designers Institute of Australia’s bathroom designer of the year in 2013.
8. This breathtaking Dallas, Texas, interior is defined by the incredible marble feature wall and the extra-long matching marble benchtop with his and hers under-mounted sinks. An Italian Casa Dolce Casa porcelain floor tile completes the classy look.
9. A theatrical look was achieved with a dramatic curved shower screen that makes a confident style statement at this Melbourne home. Swathes of blue mosaic tile establish an aquatic vibe while the rest of the room stays sensibly neutral to avoid clashing.
10. Rich chocolate hues, bold white basins, a bath for two, in-built shelving and a symmetrical layout give this Los Angeles space universal appeal. Earthy decorative accents and simple downlights establish a sense of accessible opulence.
11. A privacy screen in this Mexico City bathroom separates the toilet and custom-made vanity from the shower without being obtrusive. It was made from Guanacaste panels, which is the Mexican equivalent of walnut.
12. A sense of glamour was created in this Perth bathroom with the central placement of the freestanding tub in front of a custom feature wall with a dazzling mosaic border. The placement of tiny lights under the floor tiles accent the soothing shape of the bath.
13. This Sydney renovation combining masculine and feminine elements (straight lines and curves) was created by the juxtaposition of a curved bath, a no-nonsense vanity, neutral walls and splashes of rich colour.
15. Wallpaper in a contemporary Melbourne bathroom? Why not? It’s been used here in refreshing autumnal tones to add beautiful colour and imagery to the space, and it makes the most of the unusual curved walls. Note the thoughtful inclusion of the coordinating soap.
16. The waterlily mural is a huge Italian tile mosaic that echoes the colours in the room. The shower wall is lined with honed Indian silver grey slate tile for visual balance.
17. This beachside Sydney bathroom uses soft natural light to play up its soothing neutral palette and lovely matte cabinetry finish. The careful balance of discreet cabinetry, mirrors and a simple display shelf that crosses over the toilet with its concealed cistern creates a feeling of space and comfort.
18. This Perth ensuite’s tiled feature panel and massive bathtub aren’t the only stars of the show. Check out the spacious and decadent double shower that combines drama and functionality.
19. This award-winning Boston, Massachusetts, home’s bathroom reno involved the creation of a showering pod and the addition of a deep soaking tub. The new layout also shields the toilet from view when the door is open. Continuous half-wall tiles weave through the space.
The result is a modern oasis with soothing spa-like qualities.
The result is a modern oasis with soothing spa-like qualities.