The Hottest Bathroom Trends

Athens Kitchen & Bath • July 14, 2023

The Hottest Bathroom Trends

There are multiple reasons homeowners in Athens, OH want to renovate their bathrooms. Many are tired of a bath that they use daily that is dingy, out-of-date and boring.  Others are tired of having to fix leaks, eliminate mold and address other maintenance issues.  Regardless of the reasons, most homeowners in Athens, OH renovate their baths to improve how they look, how they function and how they can improve the lives of their family.  Keeping a finger on the pulse of the latest trends in bathroom design, aesthetics and functionality helps to ensure that an investment in a new bath can withstand the test of time and. Perform and deliver daily experiences that homeowners in Athens, OH expect and deserve.

A recent survey of more than 60 prominent designers by FIXR, revealed the following:

  • Improved functionality and look are the primary reasons homeowners decide to renovate their bathrooms.
  • Half of survey respondents claim that wood-look and natural materials will be dominant trends for the remainder of 2023.
  • Shower systems are the most in-demand feature in bathroom renovations.
  • Nearly 75% of respondents state that homeowners are willing to invest more in a bathroom to achieve their desired goals.
The Hottest Bathroom Trends

Bathrooms that not only provide functional excellence but also look great are almost assured to increase the value of homes in Athens, OH.That’s why bathroom renovations provide a high return on investment over time. 

We find that natural materials are popular with homeowners in Athens, OH for their new bathrooms. The materials may include stone, wood and metals available in a multitude of colors, shapes and textures. Equally attractive and on trend are backlit mirrors that glow around the perimeter, providing ambient light for the space. Almost all backlit mirrors offer an antifog, magnification and different light settings that make applying makeup, shaving or grooming for a day or night on the town a pleasure.

Patterned and texture tiles and wall coverings are additional hot trends in bathroom design and aesthetics. For homeowners in Athens, OH patterned and textured tiles and wall coverings provide interest and dimension to the bath. 

Other popular bath trends include:

  • Oversized tiles
  • Wallpaper
  • Black accents and plumbing fixtures
  • Colorful palettes, especially in the shower and with vanities
  • Freestanding vanity sinks

What trends will deliver dream experiences for your new bath, create a return on investment and withstand the test of time? Give us a call at (740) 594-9292 or make an appointment to visit our showroom at 9449 Clover Ln, Athens, Ohio 45701 and let’s discuss the trends that can make your bath the envy of the neighborhood.

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