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First, we’ve defined the five top looks we’re seeing for bathrooms right now, and showcased these using inspiring, trend-driven visuals from designers, bathroom suppliers and ultra-stylish homes and hotels around the world. And second, we’ve asked a variety of industry experts – from interior designers to architects and retailers – to share their insights and hard-earned practical knowledge of bathrooms, as well as to help unpack those key trends. Face à face freestanding marble bathtub by Jean Nouvel Design for Agape; R600 000 | lavo.co.za…

⨯ COLOUR CONCEPTS: THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS After years of greige, all-white and monochrome bathrooms, colour is very much back in vogue. But colour usage circa the 2020s is very different from the muddy tones that somehow made their way into bathrooms in the 1970s. And thank goodness for that, we say! This time around, we’re seeing a few key trends: one, a penchant for colour blocking with multiple shades used in a single space; two, plenty of pink; and three: the full gamut of greens. Adding a touch of colour to the bathroom can be done in a variety of ways, however, from adding plain or patterned colourful tiles to using a botanical wallpaper or even taking the plunge with a marshmallow-pink basin. And, of course, you can always use…

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⨯ ORGANIC OASIS: THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS While this trend for bathrooms also has a sleek look, it is centred on the abundant use of natural materials. Wood, for example, might seem like an unexpected material for a bathroom, but we’re seeing it used everywhere from floors to walls – and, of course, for vanities and storage. Whether wood works in your space or not, there are many other natural materials – marble, stone, glazed terracotta tiles – available to add that crucial sense of visual and tactile texture to the Organic Oasis bathroom. The ongoing resurgence of indoor planting is also key to this look, with bold floral wallpapers and leafy decals being used to add a botanical feel where spaces aren’t suited to living plants. Colour-wise, think naturals: creams,…

LONG GONE ARE THE DAYS WHEN A BATHROOM GOT THE LEAST DESIGN-FOCUSED ATTENTION IN YOUR HOME. IT WAS A SPACE THAT PRIMARILY NEEDED TO BE CLEAN AND FUNCTIONAL, WITH THE ONLY DESIGN DIRECTION BEING A NOD TO THE AESTHETICS OF THE AGE. The age we’re living in now, though, is a very different one. For starters, our hyper-connected world means that our bathrooms have moved beyond pure function to a space that’s a relaxing refuge from a fast-paced life. And secondly, I’d argue that there has never been a time when we’ve collectively been this interested – and this informed – on design aesthetics. To add to that, there are so many beautiful choices to be made. To help you with those choices, we’ve taken a slightly different tack with…

⨯ SLEEK MINIMALIST: THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS Super-slick and ultimately luxurious, the Sleek Minimalist trend for bathrooms features cleverly hidden storage, sophisticated bathroom tech, and either monochrome or tone-on-tone neutral colours. With an all-white palette the ultimate option for truly dedicated enthusiasts, this look also lends itself to oversized tiles, slabs of stone and plenty of subtle shine. Very dark colour schemes – think deep, rich brown, charcoal or even black walls and floors – also look seriously sophisticated right now. Sanitary ware is integrated into walls wherever possible, and kept studiously simple and linear in design where it does have to be on show. And last but not least, the latest bathroom tech is also key here: it’s time to investigate adding smart toilets, adjustable privacy glass, steam-free mirrors, and…