What is it about a bathroom that evokes a feeling of calm, restfulness, and joy, as well as the desire to plan some relaxation time? We are all living such busy lives that having a spa retreat to go to in our home, makes it all worthwhile. So, we’ve compiled a list to help you achieve the perfect minimalist bathroom and ease away the troubles of the day.
Declutter
Before you do anything, remove all those out-of-date toiletries, expired medications, and
unwanted products. This will immediately help to create an organised and open space and allow the eye to move around the room uninterrupted.
Storage
Placing all the bathroom products and towels, etc. into storage containers, drawers, or shelves, helps to keep the surfaces clean and clear, and evoke a more spacious and calming environment.
Simplify your Colour Scheme
A minimalist bathroom typically features a simple colour scheme with muted tones. Choose neutral colours such as white, grey, or beige for the walls, with shower panels or paint. This will give a clean and sophisticated look. Limiting your palette to 2-3 finishes, will eliminate drama and bring a cohesive and soothing quality. So, stick to a limited palette and a handful of materials, and this will achieve a minimalist feel in your bathroom.
Limited Decorative Items
To maintain the clean and simple look of a minimalist bathroom, decorative items should be kept to a minimum. Uncomplicated designs in the fixtures and fittings, with sleek and modern sink, pan, and shower that are also easy to clean and maintain. This is also shown by using white, grey, or neutral shower panels, eliminating all the visual grout lines and the requirement to keep these clean.
Incorporating Natural Materials
Sometimes minimalism can feel cold and sparse, to add warmth and texture to your minimalist bathroom, incorporate natural materials such as wood, stone, or bamboo. You can add a wooden stool or a sisal mat to create a spa-like atmosphere.
Organic Lighting
Less is more bodes well in a minimalist bathroom, so opt for a paired-back but sophisticated approach with the use of indirect lighting such as concealed LED lighting strips in dropped ceiling sections, niches, or behind mirrors, and together with each on a separate dimmer switch, this will provide a blissful ambience.
By following these tips, you can create a calm and serene minimalist bathroom that is both a functional and peaceful space, to start and end your day.
Just remember, keeping it simple is key!