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The vintage look continues to be a popular bathroom trend, particularly if you have other aspects of your home decorated in this manner. However, we may also want to benefit from the convenience of modern materials and features in our bathrooms.
It’s perfectly possible to have the best of both worlds and create a bathroom that looks charming and is equally delightful to use. Here’s how to fuse the classic and contemporary to best effect.
Contrast retro styles and materials such as subway or mosaic effect tiles with modern fixtures such as a sleek frameless shower enclosure. Alternatively, use a contemporary wall covering such as petrified wood tiles and contrast with a vintage roll-top bath or Victorian style sanitaryware.
Roll top baths are a popular choice for bringing a touch of classic luxury to the bathroom, providing a focal point for the room. However, if you are sourcing an original cast iron version, bear in mind that they are very heavy and you will need to make sure that the floor is strong enough to withstand the weight.
A more modern roll-top bath made from an acrylic or composite material is a good lighter and smaller equivalent if space is an issue.
Vintage styles often feature bold patterns such as geometric shapes. To avoid the bathroom looking too busy, pair them with sleek white sanitaryware and clean modern fixtures, and be restrained with other decorative details.
The lighting can be an overlooked aspect of bathroom design, but it plays a crucial role in the overall ambience and functionality of the room. If you have a larger bathroom, consider a vintage-inspired pendant light such as a chandelier. Combine it with more functional LED wall fixtures and task lighting.
Greenery helps add some texture and softens the hard surfaces of the bathroom. Choose species that are well adapted to a humid environment such as spider plants or Boston Fern. Contrast them with an elegant modern vase, or a retro bamboo basketweave to add the finishing touch to your bathroom design.
If you already have a minimalist style bathroom, it’s still possible to add a touch of retro charm without carrying out any expensive renovations. It’s relatively easy and affordable to source an item of vintage furniture such as an ornate vanity unit or a wooden cabinet to create a contrasting focal point for the room.
You may even have an old item of furniture that you could upcycle with a deliberately distressed paint style.
Another way of bringing in contrast to a plain modern bathroom is through vintage-inspired textiles. Look for fun 1950s and 60s inspired designs featuring bold colours and abstract patterns for towels, mats, shower curtains, and blinds.
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