Bathroom Design Trends: 5 Updates for your Bathroom Renovation

Home Renovation is on the rise. In today’s economic climate, homeowners are looking for ways to update their current homes instead of buying something new. Here are some of the top current Bathroom trends to keep in mind for your next renovation:

1. Double Vanity & Sinks

With dual sinks and double the storage space, your bathroom becomes much more efficient and much less crowded and cluttered.

2. Heated Floors

Adding radiant electric heat under your hardwood or tiled floors is relatively inexpensive and easy to install. You’ll love the added comfort (Chicago winters, anyone?) and personal temperature control. When your feet are warm, you feel warm.

3. Walk-In Showers

Homeowners are moving away from the typical bathtub/shower combo and moving toward walk-in showers with full glass doors and luxurious finishes and fixtures. A walk in shower can be smaller since you don’t need room for a tub. It’s safer when entering and exiting and embodies a more contemporary look.

4. Going Green

No, not talking sustainability (even though that’s great too, see below!) but literally the color green. Green is the most popular color being used on bathroom walls right now. Combine green with natural materials such as wood or stone to create a natural, spa-like ambiance.

5. Recycled Flooring

There has been a huge increase in the use of sustainable materials all over the household, and the bathroom is no exception. One of the hottest growing trends out there is tile generated from recycled ceramic, glass, or metal. This material is durable, easy to clean, and comes in a wide variety of unique colors and patterns. It also helps the environment by keeping these materials out of landfills and putting them to great use!

Mackenzie Cain is Assistant Designer at Habitar Design, a leading Interior Design firm in Chicago. Habitar Design specialize in luxury home, kitchen, and bathroom designs and remodels.