When it comes to bathroom design, neutral colours continue to dominate – grey is most definitely the new white – but colour is returning to the bathroom too.
Layout and space are big factors, but the ultimate dream, we're sure you'll agree, is to create a bathroom that can be fulfilling aesthetically as well as functionally, all whilst expressing your own personality and creativity.
Use these inspirational bathrooms as a starting point for decorating in your own home. From small bathrooms to wet rooms, washbasins, bathtubs, tiles, cabinets and accessories, these bathroom ideas might just give you the inspiration to transform your own space.
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Bathroom ideas: marble
This stunning marble bathtub adds a touch of luxury to this modern cottage in Suffolk. The large window adds an abundance of natural light and helps to create a bright and airy space in what is quite a small bathroom.
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Bathroom ideas: rugs
The bathroom may not be the first place you think to place a rug, but any introduction of textiles – and indeed greenery – will soften a space that can otherwise be a bit austere in decoration.
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Bathroom ideas: moody and luxe
This dark bathroom really comes to life with decorative floor tiles, brass furniture and lush plants– even the ceiling is painted black.
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Bathroom ideas: powder room
A powder room typically only contains a single vanity and a toilet, so you can afford to make a standout feature of your vanity. Playful tiles are a great way to do this.
Pictured: House Beautiful Cube Blush Porcelain Tile at Homebase
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Bathroom ideas: feature wall
Geometric oak and blue glazed tiles from Mandarin Stone create a striking and unusual feature wall in this walk-in shower area. Bathroom goals...
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Bathroom ideas: vintage accents
A simple walk-in enclosure with a low-level tray gives a wet room effect, while the vintage chair is the perfect spot to place your towel pre-shower.
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Bathroom ideas: narrow proportions
Who would have thought that this stunning Scandi-inspired bathroom is actually on a century-old narrowboat?
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Bathroom ideas: painted
An avocado green bath is a bit of a dip into our design faux pas of the past, but here, a fresh and modern green covers handsome panelling, making a strong case for a painted rather than tiled bathroom.
Pictured: Cabinetry painted in Chester Square™ No.199 at Mylands
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Bathroom ideas: traditional
Take some design cues from this Little Greene bathroom and pair antique furniture and a fabulous freestanding bath with soft yet contemporary colours – the cornflower blue and pale blush walls offer a modernising touch.
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Bathroom ideas: pared back
A simple monochrome scheme smartens up any bathroom. We also love the small ladder which has been used as a towel rail.
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Bathroom ideas: vintage inspiration
Never be put off by the idea of wallpaper bubbling in a steamy bathroom – it is more resilient than you may think. Just be sure to use water-resistant materials in those areas likely to be splashed. We love this all-over vintage theme that informs colour and hardware choice here.
Pictured: Richmond Green Wallpaper, and panelling painted in Baked Cherry, both at Little Greene
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Bathroom ideas: kit kat tiles
If you are more inclined to decorate with a plain white tile, but don't want anything too stark or clinical, there are certain design features you can look out for – here, the addition of copper offers a warming element.
Pictured: House Beautiful Aurelia Cotton Ceramic Wall Tile at Homebase
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Bathroom ideas: graphic accents
Zig-zag patterns and sleek grey walls give this contemporary bathroom a touch of grown-up glamour.
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Bathroom ideas: marble effect
This fabulous bathroom updates organic marble-effect tiles with geometric Art Deco style wallpaper. Top tip: a large format tile is really key in making marble effect work well.
Pictured: Ruscello Gold Gloss Marble Effect Tiles at Walls and Floors
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Bathroom ideas: pattern clash
This bathroom mixes patterns so effectively, placing striped wallpaper together with checkered floor tiles in a contrast that feels playful and bright.
Pictured: Senator Bath without Feet at BC Designs
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Bathroom ideas: greenery
Greenery is always a good choice for a bathroom, just ensure you use plants that thrive in humid conditions like an XL snake plant, English ivy, or a classic Monstera. We love the use of a soft pink here that offers the perfect complement to lush green.
Pictured: Roma Navarra Vinyl at Carpetright
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Bathroom ideas: compact
This converted loft bedroom features an ensuite wet room hidden behind a bookcase door. Very clever!
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Bathroom ideas: country bathroom
Get creative with your bathroom tiles, and think beyond the usual two-tone. These tiles from Original Style are printed with pretty depictions of flourishing hedgerows in soft pink hues.
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Bathroom ideas: room to relax
A few important details here create a real bathroom sanctuary – the oversized indoor tree, Persian rug, and an antique chair, useful for draping a towel or keeping a book to hand during a long bath.
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Bathroom ideas: monochrome
With a soft monochrome colour scheme and modern tiling behind the shower, this family bathroom is the perfect way to create a bright space.
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