The average human spends 30 minutes a day in the bathroom- that means you spend over a week in the bathroom every year, which sums up to a year in a lifetime.
However, the bathroom is often underappreciated and overlooked in home design.
But this doesn’t mean it doesn’t have the potential to be transformed into a scared space for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Here are some high-end bathroom ideas to transform it into a luxury home spa that will make every day a ‘Treat Yourself’ day.
WaterWorks
Imagine stepping into a soothing, warm bubble bath. It should feel comforting and decadent, the stressful events of the day slipping away from your skin as you relax into the water.
Your bathroom, especially the bathing zone, should reflect that pampered feeling.
Make a splash and create a visionary bathroom with these ideas.
Free-Standing Bathtubs
If you love to sit in the tub at the end of a stressful day, then you should make it the focal point of the room. However, you should be aware of the style of the bathtub as it can affect the overall look of the room.
Alcove-bathtubs are the most familiar of styles as it is known for its practicality and functionality, but lacks in the design aspect.
If restricted space is not an issue in your bathroom design, choosing a free-standing bathtub is a great way of making a statement as soon as you enter and lay your eyes on it.
Besides, there are various options for freestanding bathtub designs to choose from depending on the style of your desired bathroom.
Sunken Tubs
You can also explore other styles of bathtubs, like sunken tubs.
Even though it’s shape is similar to that of a traditional bathtub, sunken tubs can bring evoke a more organic bathing experience.
Since it is affixed into the ground, sunken tubs discard the boundary between the floor and the waterline, similar to taking a dip in lake or creek.
This makes your bath feel more intimate, which makes it even more inviting and relaxing. Sunken tubs can also make your bathroom feel more spacious and open since it doesn’t block the encompassing decor or scenes.
A popular and seamless design strategy that is used when working with sunken tubs and pools is extending the flooring or wall elements into the bathtub.
If you are planning on integrating a sunken tub into your home, be aware that this can also make it hard to distinguish the depth from solid ground.
Be sure to situate your sunken tub out of the circulation path from the entryway to the toilet to avoid any accidental falls during nightly trips to the restroom.
Shower Me With Luxury
We’ve covered the extense of luxury baths.
But we know some of you prefer showers over baths. Don’t worry, we wouldn’t want to leave you out.
Make a splash in one of these unabashedly opulent showers that are sure to elevate the ordinary shower to a truly spa-worthy escapade.
Here is a smart shower system by DORNBRACHT that features an electronic control panel that automatically selects either the rain curtain, head and body sprays, mist spray, chromotherapy lighting, and fragrance mist.
The three rain modes can be individually selected independently of the three preset scenarios, either one at a time or all together.
Unlike digital showers, which give you the option to control the temperature, flow, duration, and outlet using buttons or LED displays, a smart shower gives you complete control of your preferred shower features with voice recognition or with the help of a smartphone (when used with a smart home system).
They are built with ‘smart’ features, like water-saving, that boost home efficiency and safety. You can keep track and control the water pressure and duration of showers to cut down on the water bill. You can also program a shower sequence to improve recovery after a productive time after gym sessions.
Horizontal Shower
Nothing says luxury more than a shower you don’t have to stand in. Why stand in a shower when you can lie back and relax?
Ultimate lazy luxury is emphasized in a reclined shower experience, that is why DORNBRACHT has also created this horizontal shower, which pampers the user with six individual showerheads set above the shower area.
The showerheads shower the user with a pre-programmed cycle of gentle mist that claims to have ‘balancing, energizing and/or de-stressing’ effects.
Optimized operating comfort is offered by the control panel, which allows instant access to basic functions through the touch of a button.
And here’s where it gets fun: a ring of light communicates intuitive feedback when the flow rate and the temperature are changed, automatically adjusting the temperature to meet your comfort.
Bathing in the Light
Lighting can make or break a room. It’s the unsung element in interior design that is the key to bringing the perfect ambiance to a design.
It is both an art and a science that has a profound physiological and psychological effect on our mood, appetite, and sleep rhythms.
Spas and wellness resorts get a helping hand from light to achieve the serenity that replenishes one’s soul.
Often harnessing the gentle power of natural and neutral colors in their designs to bring peaceful harmony to space, the use of color and proper light designs can be recognized in many different cultures with century-old traditions.
Japanese onsens and Korean bathhouses share similarities by using natural elements like wooden benches and tubs.
Spa resorts in Bali and Italy love to incorporate the sight and sounds of nature’s gifts into their therapeutic retreats.
If you don’t want to leave the house to enjoy the atmosphere from these cultures, you can draw inspiration from these rejuvenating places and create them in the comfort of your own home with these stunning concepts.
Skylights
Open bathroom concepts that are next to big windows are popular in modern Western culture, but may not be suitable for the Malaysian lifestyle.
To ensure the comfort of having enough privacy in the home without compromising light or luxury, you can opt for skylights as a way of letting the light in.
There are glass panes that reveal the roof towards the sky that are easily suitable without disrupting the grandeur style of the space.
Skylights make great luxury additions to bathrooms, but they are much more than that, as they are an excellent way of accentuating the design features of any room.
Due to the presence of natural light, they instantly bring a sense of much-needed fresh air and openness to the bathroom.
They are also functional, as venting skylights can act as a natural cooling method on hot and humid days, or you can dual it as a solar panel, efficiently generating solar energy used to operate the skylight.
Even when the sun has gone down, the presence of skylights brings positive effects on the perception of interiors.
As you can see, even the smallest of rooms can be drastically transformed with the addition of even a modest skylight.
Keep in mind that is important to consult an expert before installing a skylight in order to determine the right location and size of a skylight to optimize your bathroom’s lighting and ventilation.
SMART LED Lighting
A good designer knows that there is more to lighting a bathroom than just natural light.
One secret to creating beautiful, spa-like bathrooms is to have multiple layers of different types of lighting.
Energy-saving LED technology has become a great choice for creating zen ambiances in the bathroom, as you can flexibly illuminate the room to guarantee the perfect lighting conditions for all your daily demands while cutting costs on the bills.
This technology allows for excellent spotlighting, making the lighting in separate areas of the bathroom adjustable.
Installing LED strip lights with various color options can transform the style in the room, as different colors have a meaningful effect on our moods.
Running these lights along the border of the tiled parts of the bathroom, or up along the ceiling can act as a source of indirect lighting.
Overhead vanity lighting in bathrooms is particularly unfavorable as it might create shadows on your face, making grooming tasks difficult and inaccurate.
An LED mirror can replicate the use of wall-sconces and cast a soft, even light on your face.
It is also advisable to use warm white light, as this color temperature mimics the look of natural light and is best for grooming and vanity needs.
3,500-4,000 Kelvin (neutral white) is ideal for bright light. Warm white to golden light between 2,700 and 3,300 Kelvin promotes relaxation.
Undercabinet or toe-kick lighting is usually created with LED lights illuminating the space underneath countertops, cabinets or benches, making the built-in furniture appear as if they are floating.
These lights are great for that extra layer of controlled lighting, boosting the spa-like feel of the room.
Recessed, cove lighting under the shower or bathtub area can create an atmospheric spa bath feel, lifting the shower area from the rest of the bathroom.
You can also use light installations and fixtures to simulate beautiful skies and fireplaces above the bath area to add a unique flavor to your bathroom.
In addition to the layering, be sure to use adjustable light dimmers to adjust the amount of light from each source at different times of the day.
To achieve your ideal lighting plan and guarantee your dream bathroom is brought to life, you will need a professional that fully understands lighting design and electrical systems.
Don’t be afraid to share your preferred moods, safety, aesthetics and satisfaction with them.
All Natural
‘Natural Luxury’ is a rising trend that has been embraced in homes around the world, but what exactly does it mean, and how can it improve your living space?
Well, we know that ‘bringing the outside in’ has been popular in architecture and design for many decades now. Other than being style-versatile and durable, it’s also an elegant way of being environmentally conscious.
Natural Materials
Rustic, minimalistic, modern- you name it, natural materials are game-changers when it comes to incorporating uniqueness into home design.
Other than that, these elements bring an air of warmth, comfort, and other positive psychological effects to any interior.
The bathroom is the perfect room to take advantage of natural materials, as you can easily create a personal haven inspired by Mother Nature.
This bathroom recycles wooden elements from an outdated camp, reimagining luxury from functional elements.
The Zambian hardwood from old support pillars was converted into elegant double sink vanities and accessorized with old horn door handles and wooden cowbells.
Metal is another element that is easily and aesthetically integrated into bathroom design, as it matches well with common electrical fixtures in a bathroom. It can lend a futuristic look to a room.
This bathroom illustrates the merit of metallic and chrome elements in design and how the addition of the over-the-tub light fixture can really stand out.
Stone, marble, and granite are lavish materials that will surely add an extravagant feel to your bathroom.
A popular choice for countertops, backsplashes, showers and flooring, these natural stones have distinctive veining and banding patterns and colors that are eye-catching, but not visually overwhelming. They are also durable and easy to maintain.
This breathtaking bathroom showcases the stark beauty of black marble and bronze elements.
Another way to add stone details to your bathroom is to place a bed of pebbles underneath vanities or bathtubs, as it works well with botanical and wooden themes.
A Fresh, Green Look
Speaking of a botanical theme, greenery in the bathroom has become very popular in recent years, and understandably so. Here’s why plants make a great addition to your bathroom:
- They form a lush, colorful contrast against tiles and glass.
- They are low-maintenance; most plants thrive in the damp atmosphere of the bathroom.
- They are perfect increasing oxygen levels and naturally remove any foul odors.
- Easily create jungle or rainforest-y vibes.
- Hanging plants are perfect if you want that pop of color but you don’t want to compromise floor/bench space.
- There are plants fitting for every room design!
A Good Day for A Spa Day
Now, you have gained some inspiration on how to create your perfect bathroom.
But how are you going to apply these ideas? Where do you even begin?
Don’t fret; here are some really, really lavish designs that will seal the deal for your luxury home spa.
Hot Springs Pool
What’s better than an extravagant bathtub, pool, fountain or sauna? A combination of all of the above!
If you’re looking to make a truly grand statement in your home spa, this is the way to go.
You’ll be able to customize how you want to enter into this private sanctuary, whether you step or climb down into seating that will support the most relaxing natural pose.
Better yet, you can opt for app-controlled smart technology that can automatically adjust the water temperature to your liking. You can rest assured that a dip into this pool will be just as you like.
Saunas & Steam Room
For high-end bathrooms, Saunas and Steam Rooms can be an indulgent statement in any luxury home.
Other than providing a space for private tranquil indulgence, they offer a wide array of therapeutic benefits for health and beauty.
Relieving muscle tension, improved circulation, skin detoxification, weight loss and boosting the immune system are just some of the main benefits of steam and sauna wellness.
For those who are prone to allergies or respiratory challenges, you may find steam rooms more to your liking, whereas saunas are the preferred option for those with ailments (such as arthritis) that can be aggravated by humidity.
If you’ve got the space for it, steam rooms and saunas are a wonderful way of integrating luxury into the theme of relaxation and wellbeing in the bathroom.
For more space-savvy options, there are a variety of designs for sauna cabins or steam showers that offer equal value of functionality and leisure.
With a broad range of styles and finishes available on the market, you can look forward to de-stressing the mind and body after a stressful day or an intense workout.
Sensory Deprivation Tank
Surely you have heard of sensory deprivation tanks in recent years, and of claims of the numerous health benefits.
These futuristic floatation tanks are filled with saturated saltwater heated to body temperature. It allows you to weightless float in silence and darkness and is supposed to ease your brain into a deep meditative state of relaxation.
Sensory deprivation tanks have become popular in this new age as scientific studies show that time spent floating in a sensory deprivation tank promotes physical improvement such as muscle relaxation, reduction in headaches and pain and a boost in energy levels.
It also has psychological benefits such as improved sleep patterns, creativity, and decreased stress and anxiety.
Surprisingly, after our research, we found that sensory deprivation tanks are not just popular amongst spa resorts and wellness centers, but are gaining a foothold in home spas, too.
Perhaps this is due to easy installation and low maintenance levels, as you merely need an electrical outlet, water line and drain make setup for a single unit. These are easily available in most bathrooms. Plus, the salty water only needs to be changed every one or two years.
It is definitely a rich innovation for most people to tune out the stressors of daily life and receive many health benefits.
Though it is generally safe for everyone to use, it is always advisable to consult a doctor before using one if you have any medical concerns.
Conclusion
So now you have an idea on how to easily create an ultimate-spa experience in the comfort of your home.
With an understanding of key design elements and inspiration from spas and wellness resorts, you can give yourself the luxury spa experience you deserve.
By employing the harmony and serenity of light and Mother Nature’s gifts, you can evoke a tranquil atmosphere in your bathroom to suit your everyday demands.
Combine those features with grand technological comforts and you will be able to transform a regular bathroom into a private sanctuary you will look forward to pampering yourself in every day.
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