Five Ways to Create a Luxury Bathroom

Bathrooms are often viewed as private areas rather than the focal point of a home. That being said, rather than creating a room that’s meant to be hidden in the background, why not use the space as an opportunity to create a luxurious, spa-inspired retreat?

Whether you’re creating a comfortable space for your guests or a place to unwind with a hot bath and a glass of wine, here are five upgrades to create a luxury bathroom.

Eye-catching Art

Art is often neglected in the bathroom, with homeowners opting for functional pieces in the limited space available. However, a large piece of art or photography becomes the focal point of the space, instantly creating an elegant feel. Don’t feel compelled to stick with the overdone water theme in the bathroom; think outside the box and draw inspiration from your favorite luxury resorts.

Add a homey feel to the space by having a bespoke piece by Instapainting creating, showcasing your child or dog in a bubble bath, or a vintage take of you and your spouse in curlers and shaving. As the bathroom isn’t the focal point of your home, you have an opportunity to be whimsical and creative.

Heated Floors or a Fireplace

Radiant heating is a nice element to incorporate throughout the house, but if your budget or renovation plans are limited, consider adding it solely to the bathroom. Not only does this create a nice warm feeling when stepping onto otherwise cold tile, but it can also be incorporated into a heated towel rack.

If heated floors aren’t realistic, consider adding a small electric fireplace. You’ll need space for this to work, but it creates an unforgettable focal point in the space and creates the ideal environment for a hot bath on a cool winter evening.

Smart Technology

Home assistants and smart technology is the wave of the future. As we start to replace traditional appliances with home assistant compatible pieces and look for ways to create a more comfortable home life, why should the bathroom be left in the dark ages?

Smart mirrors are becoming a trend this year, with the ability to de-fog themselves and offer other convenient features such as lighting control and hidden power sockets. Digital showers are another piece of smart technology that allows homeowners to set the precise water temperature that they desire. Some smart showers even have indicator lights to let you know when the water has reached the right temperature.

Ambient and Adjustable Lighting

Whether you opt for smart technology or not, the ability to dim and brighten the lighting has a multitude of benefits. For example, being able to dim the lights for a relaxing bath or night light effect, or brightening the lights to get ready in the morning or apply makeup for an event.

Some homeowners are using bathroom lighting in conjunction with their bath or shower to practice chromotherapy at home. This feature creates a less clinical, sterile environment in the bathroom and instead creates a place to unwind after a long day. Chromotherapy uses changing light colors to promote emotional responses while relaxing in the shower. Pair it with a rain shower head, and you’ll never want to leave.

Coffee Bar

For those who spend a lot of time getting ready in the morning, having a coffee bar in an alcove in the bathroom can save time when starting a work day. Alternatively, it can be a nice way to start a lazy Sunday without venturing to the kitchen. This is particularly nice in a master bedroom ensuite.

By investing in innovative ideas in the bathroom, you add value to your home and create a private space to wash away the troubles of the outside world. With the right features, every day can feel like a spa day.