Designing Your Luxury Bathroom

Everyone dreams of a luxury bathroom at some point or another. But if you had the opportunity to create your perfect luxury bathroom, would you know where to begin and what to include? With so many options available to make your space look and feel fit for a king, it can be an overwhelming but exciting process. In this article we will discuss the different elements that you can consider when designing your dream bath. 

The Vertical Shower: The beauty of a vertical showerhead lies in the fact that it doesn’t just allow you to relax; it also allows you to rest comfortably against a wall of water that’s flush with your back. The Horizontal Shower: This one features two shower heads – one for soaking, the other for rinsing – with a separate attachment for the seat. So, what about a sloped shower that also allows you to recline? Yes, it is here, too, and borrows from the principles of Kneippism (a philosophy promoting the therapeutic power of water) to streamline the body.

Tiled Walk-In Shower: Next in our series of luxury bathroom ideas is walk in tiled showers, which can really go a long way when trying to create the look of a luxury bathroom. Walk in tiled showers are available in several different shapes, sizes, and finishes, so it shouldn’t be hard to find exactly what you’re looking for. If you’re concerned about the design aspect of all this, don’t be; in fact, many places, including Kitchen and Bath Ideas, are well-versed in designing and installing these. Just ask for a consultation and let us do the work. 

Vanity Mirrors: This is another element of luxury bathroom design that can really set the tone. A simple but stunning focal point will do the trick, and a whole variety of lighting effects can make the difference between a standard bathroom and a room that’s absolutely spectacular. By far, overhead lighting has the most impact, as it will create a stunning light pattern over the entire room. Low level lighting on a vanity mirror will provide a softer, more relaxing effect, while spot lighting will illuminate the area and draw attention to certain features.

Flooring selections: For luxury bathrooms, always opt for marble or stone rather than carpet. Not only are carpets a bit cold to the touch, they also don’t hold up to much use. Stone floors, by contrast, are incredibly hard-wearing and they come in an amazing array of designs. Stone is also very easy to care for; it doesn’t need to be resealed or re-coated all that often. And depending on the size and complexity of your floor plan, marble may actually be the optimal choice for your luxury bathroom. Additonally, stone or tile floors can be installed with a heated floor option which is fairly inexpensive to add but feels amazing on bare feet. 

Wall-Mounted Shower Head: Wall-mounted shower heads are a must for luxury bathroom design. Not only can they provide a streamlined appearance, but they are generally much easier to clean than their overhead cousins. A small, wall-mounted shower head can provide both lots of spray and a realistic depth and texture to your spa. There are many styles and sizes available, including oval and rectangular, so you’ll almost certainly find one that suits your needs perfectly. You may even want to consider a two-person unit, which provides the benefit of a shower head at either side of the unit, without the bulk on one side that a larger wall-mounted unit would provide.

Tub/shower combos: Tubs and showers are a popular feature in luxury bathroom design, as they make for a sleek, streamlined look. One of the biggest pluses to having a shower and tub combination is the fact that it creates a beautiful backdrop for the tub and helps to soften the look of the bath. If you’d like to install a whirlpool tub into your bathroom, you’ll find that you have a number of different options available to you. Whether you prefer a traditional claw foot tub with a cast-iron frame, an acrylic tub with a fiberglass body, or a hand-blown Roman shower with polished brass and marble, you can find a tub that will blend beautifully with your bathroom’s design. A trend in luxury bathrooms is the resurgence of a “wet bath”, where the tub is installed in a larger area for the shower, allowing your bath to stay warm and separate from the rest of the space. 

Lighting: Another element of luxury bathroom design that can make a difference in how open a space looks is lighting. Many bathrooms utilize ceiling lights or fluorescent fixtures to create a mood or set a tone. If you’d prefer a more dramatic effect, you can find fixtures with cutouts and ornate glass accents. Alternatively, you may be interested in statements-making fixtures such as LED lighting. LED lights not only offer a clean, crisp effect when lighted, but they also help to achieve a subtle, even glow in a smaller space, which can make a big difference when it comes to creating a mood in a smaller area.

Wall Mirrors are another element that can dramatically alter the way your bathroom looks. Not only do they add character and a unique perspective to your room, but they can also be used as a functional item, such as when installing a vanity. While the traditional round mirror is still available, you can find ones with a more unique shape or even a funky frame. In order to get the best look, think about using a mirror that projects a unique shape, as this will help create a unique statement. In addition, consider whether you’d like your mirror to be flush against one wall, or if you’d prefer it to be hung on an unusual angle. This will help you determine what kind of lighting would work best.

Creating your dream luxury bathroom is a memorable and fun experience, especially when you have a professional to help walk you through the design, think through everything you want and need, and to help build or remodel it for you. The team at Kitchen and Bath Ideas has years of experience and a wealth of knowledge that can help make your dream a reality.