Easy Modern Bathroom Ideas
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We know your dream is to have a Zen-like bathroom to wind down from the day and an organized space to start your mornings. Creating a modern bathroom that’s both relaxing and efficient doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. Read on for a few of our favorite modern bathroom ideas and simple bathroom updates.
Go All Neutral
We love to see neutral colors in a modern bathroom – they are a must-have for creating a calm space. Bonus: Your bathroom will feel larger and brighter. If you can swing a big update, pick out a natural wood vanity and white freestanding bathtub. If you want a quick upgrade, swap out your old linens for white or neutral-colored towels, bath mats, and a shower curtain.
Modern bathrooms stick to natural materials, like wood or stone, and feature metal accents. To get this look, stick to a few core colors like matte black, warm brown, brass, and white throughout your bathroom. Add brass faucets and handles to your shopping list, and swap out your mirror and wall sconces for matte black options. Better lighting for bathroom selfies? Check.
The ease and versatility of applying peel-and-stick wall tiles make them one of our favorite modern bathroom updates. Whether you rent or just aren’t ready to commit, this easy swap creates a bold statement. We recommend subway or patterned tiles for the ultimate modern look.
The fixtures and furniture in a modern bathroom should have that same less-is-more look you’ll see throughout the rest of a modern home. Floating vanities or vanities with skinny, tapered legs are the prime choice. Choose a slim, smooth vanity with either no visible handles or flat handles. Modern tubs take up little floor space because of their small size, but they make up for it with their depth – making them the ideal choice for a long, relaxing soak. Just add a face mask.
If you live in an older apartment or smaller condo, odds are your linen closet is tiny – or maybe nonexistent. Linen towers are one of our favorite solutions for maximizing bathroom space. They take up very little room and make it easy to organize extra towels and products. Add a basket or two for even more storage – especially if you have kids with way too many bath toys.
We’ll admit it – our favorite modern bathroom ideas and updates are the easiest ones. Add an accent tray to keep your space organized and your routine simplified. If you don’t have the surface area for a tray, consider an accent stool. It’ll give you a place to sit while perfecting your brows, and it doubles as surface space when you aren’t using it. Top it off with a unique soap dish and toothbrush holder.
Add a few final touches to make your modern bathroom all yours. Roll out a soft area rug to take away the cold harshness of winter mornings. We love adding a couple faux plants. Spend less time watering and more time in the tub – preferably with a glass of wine in hand. Heck, yes.
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