Bathroom Trends Worth Paying Attention To
Look, bathroom trends don't move fast. By the time you get through design, permits, and the inevitable contractor delays, whatever was "hot" six months ago better still look good. So these aren't fleeting fads—they're directions that actually have staying power.
The Colour Story
Amber and caramel tiles are having a moment. Think earthy mustard, terracotta, burnt caramel. They work with almost everything—pair them with deep blues, olive greens, or keep it simple with black and white hardware.
Beyond tile, coloured fixtures are creeping back. Pistachio toilets, candy-red faucets, butter yellow vintage sinks. Not for everyone, and definitely not for a flip—but if you're staying put and love colour, why not?
Design Moves That Make Sense
Built-in tub surrounds are back. Freestanding tubs got overused by flippers shoving them into spaces where they didn't belong. A well-done surround gives you shelf space for candles, products, and actually looks intentional.
Fluted glass showers solve real problems: privacy, light diffusion, and hiding water spots. Add a coloured frame if you want to make it a feature.
Spa vibes at home—deep soaking tubs, steam showers, natural materials. People want their bathrooms to feel like a retreat, not just a functional room.
Stone basin sinks are the new statement piece. Full stone, polished or raw-edge, in dramatic colours like teal or pink-veined marble.
What's Fading
All-white everything. Overly techy gadgets. Offset subway tile. Frameless glass showers.
Sources: Style by Emily Henderson, RenoAssistance