BATHROOMS
seeing bathrooms embrace bolder colours that make a statement. “Homeowners are moving away from predictable neutrals and embracing richer, more expressive palettes,” echoes Debbie Cram, an interior designer at Glasswells. “Deep greens, terracotta tones and soft pastels are being used across full walls or floor-to-ceiling tiling to create an enveloping atmosphere.” Elsewhere, Samantha Lawson is a senior bathroom designer at Drench. Known for her attention to detail, she specialises in solving layout challenges and transforming small or awkward bathrooms. “Warmer, nature-inspired colour palettes, such as ivory, soft beige, terracotta and clay, are among the most popular colour directions at the moment, as they are not only comforting but also grounding,” she says. “Meanwhile, soft greens such as jade and sage are often strongly associated with renewal and restoration; perfect when creating your own sanctuary.” For London-based interior designer Rebecca Hughes, it’s advisable to move away from ‘trending’ palettes to avoid a space appearing dated shortly after any major changes have been made. “Selecting the right scheme for a bathroom is about more than just picking a colour. It’s about achieving lasting beauty and harmony throughout your space,” she comments. “I tend to use classic English influences with a relaxed, layered approach – creating spaces that feel effortless and comfortable yet still beautifully curated. I believe design should have longevity, rather than feeling too trend driven.” Texture talk Incorporating tactile elements is also key to revivify your home sanctuary. “Texture is arguably the most underrated element when creating a wellness bathroom, and EVERYTHING AND MORE Find inspiration from Rebecca Hughes Interiors’ Kensington town house (top left), tactile elements from Alternative Flooring (right) or ideas for warm colour palettes and accent features from Drench (far right)
Trending for 2026 is the concept of a ‘bath nook’ – a corner, alcove or bay window of the bathroom transformed into a concealed bath space through use of walls, shelving or curtains, designed to envelop the bather with pure relaxation.
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