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even live plants flood in to create a Blinds are an ideal choice for a
sumptuous boost to visual interest as well bathroom, offering privacy as well as light
as introducing a tactile richness. management. When choosing the best
Lighting is emerging as more than a type of blinds for a bathroom, the choice
functional element, it is a mood setter, of material will be key in determining
ranging from customisable mood lighting both the look and longevity of blinds.
to ornate chandeliers. Now, lighting is It comes as a no surprise that blackout
transformative, designed to adapt the blinds feature in 2024 as top trending
atmosphere to our emotional needs. blinds. Thermal blinds help to regulate
A great way to add more privacy to a the temperature in a bathroom and home.
shared bathroom: separate the toilet from The humble bidet is finally getting its
the tub and washbasin with a partition. due. As people prioritise hygiene and
Smokey mirrored tiles as a partition make environmental consciousness, bidets
the bathroom feel larger. are becoming popular alternatives to
Bathroom colours demand attention, traditional toilet paper. Expect to see sleek,
bringing bold and subdued tones into integrated bidet toilet options seamlessly
the personal sanctuary. This year’s blending into bathroom design. dw
palette aims to elicit a range of emotions,
transforming not just the look, but also
the feel of the space. Colour is becoming
a focal point for innovation and aesthetic
refinement.
Earth tones are adding subtlety to
bathroom colours. Indulge in rich
browns, burnt orange or muted greens to
mimic nature’s serenity. Next to organic
materials like wood and stone, these
colours transform a bathroom into an
oasis of calm.
Smart mirrors with built-in touch
screens are becoming increasingly
popular in bathroom design. These
mirrors can display weather updates,
news headlines, or even stream our
favourite television shows. With just
a few taps or voice commands one can
adjust the lighting, play music or set the
preferred water temperature.
A walk-in shower is a great option in
a small bathroom because it takes up
less space than a traditional bathtub or
shower combo. This mean that one can
have more room for other essentials like
storage cabinets and vanities.

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