HOME FINDS: TREND WATCH: Bathroom Breakthrough
By NextHome Staff
September 05, 2017
September 05, 2017
by Silvana Longo
From a sea of white fixtures and neutral backdrops emerges a new kind of bathroom—swapping safe with bold—we embrace colour, pretty patterns and sensual texture. Whether your bathroom is large or small, a symphony of design elements can breathe life into this hard-working room. It's time to amp up the drama and add some oomph with these latest trends.
 The iconic Marlborough tub from Victoria + Albert Baths is based on a traditional French bateau-style tub. Its double-ended design makes it the perfect statement- soaking tub for one or two people. Choose from three popular tones of grey, matte and gloss black or a soft-matte white.Marlborough BATHTUB, light grey paint finish, $6,200;Florin 26 TUB FILLER in polished chrome, $3,800;Florin 20 SHOWER in polished chrome, $5,300;vandabaths.com |
FROM FLOORING TO COUNTERTOPS AND BACKSPLASH — there are so many options available, so it is important to do your homework. Besides, during your morning rush rituals, don't you want to ensure all bathroom surfaces are up to the task? |
 SCRATCHING THE SURFACEThe durability and low maintenance of GEOLUXE makes it the perfect choice for a bathroom countertop as it is resistant to chemicals, scratches, heat and frost, and is also very hygienic. This new material is incredibly versatile and can be easily integrated into any bathroom space for a superbly stylish look.Complete slab: $2,350, cut to size: Geoluxe, $89.95 sq.ft.ciot.com |
 TWO TIMES A LADYThe Double Ladybower Vanity was chosen by Architectural Digest for its AD Great Design 2017 Award. Martin Brudnizki conceived the vanity with simplicity in mind. Elegant, light and modern, it uses white marble and brassware in a pared-down design. Behind its contemporary lines lie functional considerations, including good storage space and details, such as the bent recess in the towel rail, which ensures that the towel stays in place.Go to drummonds-uk.com for more information. |
 STYLISH SPACE SAVERIf you want to add some spa luxury to a slightly smaller master, this curvaceous tub comes in at 58 inches from tip to tip. The feel of this tub is like silk: smooth and sensuous. Because the silk-like, solid-surface material is easy to work with and mold, the Hastings Chelsea bathtub has curves in all the right places. It is 19 ¾ inches high on small end and curves up to 25 inches at the other end. Contemporary with a softer edge, the Chelsea is a sweet tub, perfect for rooms that want a lighter feel without compromising design. Durable, resistant to stains and easy to clean.Chelsea Bathtub, $5,495 in matte white finish. $5,995 in glossy whitehastingstilebath.com*Shipped worldwide from New York City. |
FREE-FLOWING FAUCETSFrom modern to traditional, here are the latest faucets for a bathroom refresh. |
 HAMNSKÄR FAUCET$129ikea.com |
 Elements FAUCET3-hole deck mounted, $1,424eurobathkitchen.com |
 Infini FAUCET from THG Paris. Lavatory set in gold$4,626gingers.com |
 SLEEK SHAPEThe compact Cabrits 55 is an elegant, low-profile vessel basin perfectly suited for contemporary bathrooms. Its organic shape means it can be paired with any of Victoria + Albert's range of modern freestanding tubs. Made from ENGLISHCAST, a unique and durable composite of Volcanic Limestone and resin. Choose from three popular tones of grey, matte- and gloss-black or a soft-matte white.Cabrits 55 basin: $729Tubo 19 faucet: $1,185 vandabaths.com |
HAUTE HARDWARE The Waldorf is a traditional collection featuring hexagons and octagons creating a detailed look. A robe hook with hexagonal back plate, available in two finishes.Crosswater Waldorf Robe Hook$95 - $125 |
 The M Pro is a modern collection featuring cylindrical shapes and curved lines, creating a simple clean feel. The M Pro Towel holder is a single arm-mounted towel ring, available in three finishes.Crosswater M Pro 7" Towel Holder$125 - $155 gingers.com |
 MIRROR, MIRRORThe Stack LED mirror features a unique lift-up door design for maximum storage. The touchactivated mirror has two electrical outlets and two USB ports inside the cabinet, as well as an open shelf on the right side for additional storage. With a full mirror on the interior and exterior, the mirror's light illuminates through the frosted glass, and when closed, the lights stay in place. Available in two sizes and a stone-grey finish.Stack LED Mirror, $1,995.Ronbow available at Taps & Stone Kitchen & Bath |
 SMART SHOWERDeck-mounted Roman diverter valve and hand shower assembly. Available in six finishes.Franz Viegener PLUS Deck Tub Hand Shower, $1,075gingers.com |
 Intuitive in function and design, the GROHE Rainshower SmartControl is a fully personalized showering experience. The SmartControl delivers water at the desired temperature within a fraction of a second and stays consistent for the duration of your shower, preventing both water waste and scalding. CoolTouch technology ensures additional safety by preventing exposed metal surfaces from becoming hotter than the water temperature. This all-in-one solution combines impressive technology with organic design for a stylish and innovative statement.Rainshower SmartControl, contact grohe.ca for pricing. |
FUNKY LIGHTING |
-- SIL's PICK --"Bold & Big are making a splash in the bathroom. From floors to backsplash, say goodbye to neutral & minimalist and hello to colour, mosaics and texture…" Silvana LongoEditor The combination of aged brass, marble and a sphere emanating light—what's not to love? The hand-blown glass diffuser is clear on the outside and etched white on the inside, creating depth and polish… I would definitely add these sconces to a new bathroom. Boone Wall Sconce, $376, Hudson Valley Lighting is available in Toronto at Royal Lighting & Universal Lamp.hudsonvalleylighting.com |
 A playful mixture of materials and finishes, intersecting lines and contrasting shapes, characteristic of 1980s postmodern design. Three overlapping shapes define the sconce: a textured Venetian glass square, an oversized, bold leaf finished isosceles triangle reminiscent of a Spinnaker sail and a stainless steel circle. $585. Royal Lighting, Universal Lamp.corbettlighting.com |
 DARLING DETAILSThis all-white ceramic stool has an interesting cut-out detail that adds texture to the bathroom.White stoneware cutout stool, 13"x18", $200Round blue-and-white porcelain dish. 5" $4cobistyle.com |
MILES OF TILES |
-- EM's PICK -- Emilie SimpsonArt Director Geometric tiles are still going strong, especially oversized ones. The latest eye-catching collection, Progetto 4D with its deep blue hue, has been all the rage with mid-century fans. These tiles are ideal as an accent wall accompanied by the plain version of the same tile or—for the more daring— on all the walls of the bathroom.Progetto 4D is available in two colours (shown here in Deep Blue, and White), with four different 3D- motifs, in a matte 16"x32" format.Contact ceragres.ca for pricing. |
 1 The Gone collection, 8"x8" format2 The Orchestra collection, 8"x8" format3 Hops wall tile Nero in a 3"x6" format.Contact ceragres.ca for pricing. |