This article has been updated to include our Top 10 tips for small bathroom designs + Creating designer bathrooms in NZ (contemporary, Classic, Vintage and Modern)

Bathroom is usually the smallest room in a house, but it can also be a haven if modelled well. This article will focus on bathroom design which works well for NZ homes based on the upcoming bathroom trends.

If you are looking at renovating your bathroom next year then get some inspiration from the latest trends in the bathroom renovation industry across the globe. We will be sharing bathroom design trends from bathtubs and showers to vanities and flooring. Bathroom designs is no longer just functional with plain tiled floors, white walls, a plain shower and vanity. Today you have various options in terms of textures, patterns, prints, finishes and styles.

Most people often aim at including atleast one bold element in their bathroom to give it some character. If you are looking at remodeling your bathroom then this list is sure to spark some inspiration for your project. The list will include a bathroom design style for every taste starting from modern to Vintage.

In this article:

1. Top 15 bathroom design trends for 2023
2. Top 10 bathroom design ideas for small bathrooms 
3. Designer bathrooms in NZ
4. Bathroom Design Trends not to follow

 

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Top 15 bathroom design trends for 2023

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Trend #1 Black making a statement

In the recent years we have seen that Grey has been a more popular choice instead of Black. Often people choose grey as a dominant colour for accents and flooring. Black however has seen a rise in popularity with more people wanting to make a bolder statement within their bathroom design. Grey will however still remain popular but expect to see more darker tones of grey or black for future bathroom designs.

Black can be integrated in many forms within a bathroom. If you have a smaller bathroom then you can use black for your light fixtures, mirror and tapware with matte finishes. If you have a neutral toned bathroom then adding black tapware and light fixtures will create a dramatic effect in your bathroom. If you have a larger bathroom then you can also look at adding black fixtures like a bathtub or vanity. Black is however not a popular choice for tiles. Large grey tiled floors will continue to see an upward trend in the coming years.

Wooden vanity with a black rim in Titirangi

Floating Black vanity and fixtures in Parnell

All black fixtures in Cockle Bay

Black shower head and fixtures in West harbour

See project specifications for Tracey’s bathroom renovation in Titirangi with a wooden floating vanity with a black rim and artisan floor tiles

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Trend #2 Brass and Gold 

Brass and gold have always been associated with vintage bathroom designs. Gold accents work great with vintage designs, but they can also be incorporated into contemporary and modern designs. Gold and brass are no longer a design of the past. The gold and brass hues of today will add a lovely warmth to any bathroom. They add a sense of character and luxury to your bathroom space.

The past years have seen sleek, polished, and modern shiny fixtures. Homeowners are moving away from this trend as it does not add any warmth to the bathroom. Shiny sleek metal fixtures lack character and make your bathroom look cold.

Instead the growing trend has been to incorporate brass and cold hues in matte finishing for taps, sinks and lighting.

Brass sink used in Stanmore Bay

Gold fixtures used throughout the bathroom in Westmere

 

Read more…

Stanmore Bay renovation with Brass fitting in the bathroom

Westmere Rustic style kitchen with green accent wall and matte gold taps

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Trend #3 Technology within your bathroom design

Technology is integrated everywhere within our lives. So why should bathrooms remain behind? The whole point of technology is to make our standard of living better. We have seen smart toilets and automatic taps in the past owing to the growing trend in Japan. Smart toilets, automatic taps and deodorisers have become a norm in hotels and airports. More and more homeowners are integrating smart toilets and automatic taps into their bathroom design.

2021 will see technology integrated throughout the bathroom and not just toilets or automatic taps. We will be seeing a rise is automatic showers and Bluetooth systems. With automatic showers, you will be able to make sure that the water is already hot by the time you get home. With a blue tooth system you can now listen to music when having a shower. You can also now install a voice activated system where you can alter light and water settings with just speaking out loud.

Modern bathrooms are becoming more of a place of relaxation and technology is becoming an integral part of it.

 

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Trend #4 Tile Patterns and shapes in a bathroom design

White square tiles are a thing of the past. If you are renovating your bathroom then you will hardly choose a white tile owing to the far superior options available in tiles today. Tiles now come in various hues, designs, patterns and textures. They can mimic any material or style owing to the advancement in technology.

You can now cut tiles in various shapes and sizes which adds to the number of things to choose from. 2021 bathrooms will feature bright tiles in various shapes which will be used as accent and as features.

Shower walls and backsplashes are the two most common areas where you will see bright and textured tiles. They will not be limited to floors.

 

See full project specifications for Tracey’s bathroom renovation in Titirangi (pictured above)

 

Read more…

Amber and Craig’s bathroom renovation with mosaic tiles on the floors

Emerging Tile trends for 2021 by Ruth and Kitty from Tile depot

 

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Trend #5 Industrial styled sinks, lighting and vanities

Industrial style homes were first inspired by the apartments of New York. Industrial style is also sometimes interchangeably used as ‘New York’ style apartments. It is however not to everyone’s taste. Most people do not use an industrial style throughout their home. Instead certain elements of the industrial style is integrated into their renovation design.

Expect to see a growing trend of industrial elements incorporated into bathroom designs in NZ. One of the most popular industrial elements have been sinks, light fixtures and taps. If you love the style then you can even think of integrating an industrial vanity. These elements can easily be integrated into any bathroom style by choosing wooden and matte black industrial fixtures. This trend especially works well in apartments and Urban areas such as Auckland.

 

Read more…

Before and After Bathroom renovation photos for our top 15 renovations in Auckland

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Trend #6 Wooden accents are back

People have always loved wooden elements in their home. Wooden accents exude warmth into any room. As mentioned earlier, people are straying away from white and shiny bathrooms. Wooden accents have been on the rise in the last 2 years with most people featuring them as vanities. Wooden accents are popular as they can be incorporated into any time of style. Wooden looking tiles have also become popular recently.

MDF Melteca wooden looking cabinets in Westmere

MDF melteca wooden looking vanity in St Heliers

Wooden cabinets in Albany bathroom renovation

Floating wooden vanity in Titirangi

 

Read more…

Todd Chandler’s bathroom renovation in St Heliers with MDF melteca wooden vanity

MDF Melteca wooden cabinets in Mary Stuart’s Spanish bathroom

MDF Melteca dark wooden double vanity built for a project in Westmere

Wooden floating vanity in Titirangi from St Michels

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Trend #7 Adding a pop of colour to your bathroom design

Like we discussed above, white bathrooms have a very clinical look to them. They do not exude any warmth or add any design element to your bathroom. A growing trend in bathrooms has been to add a pop of colour to otherwise neutral bathrooms. This is easily done by installing bright coloured light fixtures or tapware.

2021 however will see a rise in colourful backsplashes and accent walls to draw attention to a bathroom. This can either be done by painting one of your walls in a bright shade or simply installing textured and bright tiles as accent walls or feature strips.

In our interview with Ruth from Tile depot, she talks about how many Aucklanders are using their Casablanca collection to add a pop of colour to their bathrooms. The Casablanca collection comes in warm red, orange, green and many other colours. If you are not quite ready for a bold accent wall then you can still add some colour in your bathroom by installing a strip of bright or textured tiles on an otherwise neutral wall.

 

 

 

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Trend #8 Compact storage spaces

Since bathroom is a small space, it often starts looking messy and cluttered. Even if you are not a minimalistic person, you should think about keeping your bathroom clutter free to encourage a relaxed environment. Compact and hidden storage solutions are readily available and will make your bathroom appear more open and organised if integrated within your bathroom design.

It is often easy to forget about storage when renovating a bathroom. People often get carried away with the beautiful fixtures that they can choose from. When renovating a bathroom think about the functionality and your lifestyle. Storage solutions should be one of the major factors that should be taken into consideration during a renovation.

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Trend #9 Pale tones of pink

Blush has been a popular choice in bathrooms for quite some time. Blush walls matched with matte metallic fixtures can really transform your bathroom into a chic space. In 2021 you can expect to see modern bathrooms in shades of blush paired with rose gold fixtures and tapware. If you are not ready to commit to rose gold or blush for the whole bathroom, it is still a great colour to add as feature walls or accents.

 

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Trend #10 Advanced Mirrors and sleek lines

There has been a growing trend for sleeker bathrooms especially in apartments of Urban areas. People want their homes to reflect a kind of urban, modern and sleek look. This theme is carried forward in their bathrooms which are sleeker than before. Such bathrooms usually have technology integrated within the design and mirrors are not far behind.

Mirrors now have anti fog technology which is especially convenient to do your toilette after your hot shower. They also have smart touch buttons which enable you to switch a light on at the rim of the mirrors. These mirrors have a back light running all around the mirror which can be adjusted in intensity with a touch of your finger. USB charging stations are also increasingly been seen in bathrooms.

 

 

Read more…

Urban Parnell home renovation with floating black vanity and interactive bathroom mirror

Epsom bathroom renovation with a wet area + interactive LED mirror

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Trend #11 Bigger and comfier

Our changing lifestyles also means that we have changed how we live within our house. Separate toilets and bathrooms were always preferred even a few decades ago. People now prefer to have ensuites in their homes which means that there is more space to work with. Quite a few of our clients now prefer to demolish the wall between their toilet and bathroom in order to convert them into an ensuite.

This means that you can now install bigger bathtubs and showers within your bathroom design. Bigger bathtubs means that you relax more comfortably and indeed make your bathroom a place of serenity after a long days work. Open showers have also become increasingly popular compared to older boxed in plastic shower boxes. The growing trend has been to make your bathroom look open and uncluttered. Having open showers or wet areas makes your bathroom look spacious. If you are not yet ready for a wet area in your bathroom then think about installing showers with glass doors that go from the ground till the ceiling.

Free standing bathtub was incorporated in this ensuite in this bathroom renovation in West Harbour

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spacious Bathtubs and Wet areas

Spacious wet area created for a bathroom renovation in Westmere, Auckland

A medium sized wet area created for a bathroom in Epsom, Auckland

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Trend #12 Floating bathroom vanities

As we discussed above, contemporary and bathrooms have seen a growing trend in the past few years. These designs often feature floating vanities and shelves. Floating shelves however are now being integrated in all types of bathroom designs. As technology improves bathroom suppliers are making floating vanities with traditional, transitional and industrial styles as well.

Floating vanities make the area look less cumbersome and increases storage underneath them.

 

Floating vanity in Papatoetoe bathroom renovation

Floating wooden vanity in Albany bathroom renovation

 

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Trend #13 Underfloor heating systems and lights

Adding underfloor heating is not seen as a luxury anymore. The growing trend for bathroom designs has been to make them as comfortable as possible. Hence most recently renovated bathrooms in Auckland now feature underfloor heating which cost about $2500. This might feel like its an expense but the comfort that they offer in winter months is immeasurable.

Moreover, you can install underfloor heating under any time of flooring that you choose. You can install it under concrete, tile, Vinyl, wood or tile. You no longer must tip toe or wear warm slippers when walking on tiled bathroom floors. You can also install heating lights on the ceiling for cold winters to add more warmth in your bathroom. This will cost you around $600.

Read more…

18 Top Bathroom tiling trends in Auckland

 

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Trend #14 Textures and patterns on walls

Textured and patterned wall tiles do not have to be synonyms to wallpaper. Wallpapers are a thing of the past as they are hard to maintain. Wallpapers however do have an advantage because they come in various patters and designs which can add considerable character to a bathroom.

Instead of wallpapers the trend will be to use textured and patterned tiles on the walls to add some drama into a bathroom. Tile depot has a range of Artisan tiles/ patterned tiles that can be used as feature walls for bathrooms.

 

Mosaic Tiles installed around the mirror in Stanmore Bay

Spanish style Mosaic tiles in Stanmore Bay

 

 

Read more…

Mary Stuart’s Spanish style bathroom renovation 

Green textured tiles used as an Accent wall for a Westmere bathroom renovation

 

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Trend #15 Larger tiles

Contrary to popular belief, large tiles make a small bathroom look larger. This is because with larger tiles you will have lesser grout lines which means lesser ‘breaks’ on the bathroom floors. Ruth from Tile depot explains that 600 by 600 or 600 by 900 tiles are becoming increasingly popular with Auckanders and this trend is seeing an upward demands.

 

Large 600 by 600 tiles used on the floors

Large 600 by 900 tiles used on the floors

 

Read more…

Ellerslie bathroom renovation with large 600 by 600 tiles used on the floors

Papatoetoe bathroom renovation with large 600 by 600 tiles used on the floors

Greenlane bathroom renovation with large 600 by 600 tiles used on the floors

 

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10 tips for small bathroom ideas for your bathroom design

Medium to large bathrooms are easier to design because there is a lot of space to include the fixtures you like as well as to create design elements. But not everyone has the luxury of having big bathrooms and often the smaller bathrooms in our homes are neglected.

This, however, does not have to be the case. Small bathrooms can be as functional and visually appealing. The key to a great small bathroom design is planning and a designer who can help you with integrating design elements for your small bathroom design.

 

1.     Choose Soft colours or a neutral palette

A neutral palette for your walls and fixtures will give an illusion of space to your small bathroom. Soft colours like beige, off white, soft pinks and other neutral colours will open your space and will create a calming feel within your small bathroom. Having a soft coloured or neutral palette does not mean that your overall bathroom design will be boring. You can create interest and design elements such as colourful towel tails, matte black tapware, brass finish mixers. and accent tiles for your small bathroom.

 

2.     Recessed Lighting

Good lighting will always make any small space appear larger. Natural lighting from the windows works great for small bathrooms but if you do not have good natural lighting then you should make sure that you install plenty of lighting.

We recommend clients to install recessed lighting if they have a small bathroom. You will already be working with a limited space which means you should avoid installing pendent lighting, chandeliers, or wall mounted lighting fixtures as they will make your small bathroom look closed in.

Recessed lighting can be completely hidden in your ceiling and give a sleek look to your bathroom.  Recessed lighting also emits a soft glow which will soften the lines of your fixtures and walls.

 

3.     Add Wall Mirrors or Large mirrors above your basin

Use large flat mirrors, if possible, above your vanity or along the wall if possible. Adding large mirrors will visually make your bathroom appear larger and it will also reflect light to add to this illusion of space. Avoid bulky cabinets and if a medicine cabinet is an absolute must for you then choose sleeker styles. St Michel’s has several style options for sleek medicine and side cabinets which are a great choice for small bathroom designs.

 

4.     Wet areas

Wet areas are perfect for small bathroom designs as they provide a sleek look and open up the space. If you are planning on creating a wet area for your small bathroom, then you need to get the area waterproofed. Once waterproofing is completed, then the walls and floors are tiled which becomes your ‘wet area’. Wet areas that are completely open do have a disadvantage because you must ensure that all your other fixtures like vanity etc are water resistance as well.

Cleaning can also become an issue because you will have to wipe water splashes from the rest of the bathroom. To combat this issue, many of our clients prefer installing a glass divider between the wet area and the rest of the bathroom. You can either install half a glass divider or a glass door according to your preference.

5.     L-shaped Tiled showers

The corner space of bathrooms is often under utilised in most bathrooms. Small bathroom designs need all the creativity they can get with their layouts. This corner L-shaped space can be used to create a custom tiled glass shower.

 

 

See full project specifications for the above bathroom in St Heliers

 

 

Use the same tiles in the shower as the rest of your bathroom floor to get a continuous look as this will make your small bathroom appear larger. Use a frameless glass door to add to the illusion of space for your small bathroom.

6.     Pocket door/ Barn Door

When you have a small bathroom, you need all the space you can get to comfortably accommodate all bathroom fixtures. To maximise space in your bathroom, you can install a pocket door so that the door is not opening into your bathroom.

 

 

See full bathroom specifications for the above vintage bathroom in North Shore

 

7.     Use large Tiles for your floors

Using large floor tiles will make your small bathroom look larger as it will have fewer grout lines. Ruth from Tile depot recommends using 600 by 600 or 900 by 600 tiles on the floors for small bathroom designs. You can further minimise the appearance of grout lines by matching the colour of your grouting with the tiles.

 

8.     Try a Minimalistic small bathroom design

If you have a very small bathroom then opt for a minimalistic look for your bathroom design. Stay away from too many patterns or textures and choose fixtures with clean lines. Opt for white for your flooring, and all bathroom fixtures. Do not use a shower curtain if you have a bath and instead install a clear glass. To elevate the overall design for your small bathroom, add plants near your window or plant creepers along your mirrors.

 

9.     Floating vanities and toilets

Installing floating vanities and toilets in your bathroom will allow you to achieve an uncluttered look as the space around these fixtures is freed up. In the past floating vanities available were only in the modern style. Now, however you can find gloating vanities in contemporary as well as other styles.

 

10. Custom built vanities to suit the size of your small bathroom

Small bathrooms can sometimes have odd angles or might be too narrow. Building custom vanity is not as difficult as it might sound. In fact, vanities are built the same way as your kitchen cabinets and benchtop are built.

 

 

See full bathroom specifications for the above bathroom renovation in Redvale

How to create a designer bathroom – Designer bathrooms in NZ

At Superior Renovations, we have seen a growing demand from our clients to create bathrooms that have a designer element to them. Bathrooms no longer are just a functional space but a space to enjoy and relax. Having a designer bathroom does not necessarily have to equate to expensive.

“There are so many innovative and beautiful bathroom fixtures available today which are easy to maintain, moderately priced but also exude a sense of luxury. Combine beautiful fixtures with gorgeous handmade looking tiles and you can really make your bathroom look elegant. It is all about choosing fixtures, colours, textures and designs that truly complement each other for a cohesive bathroom design” says Cici our in-house bathroom designer.

Some of the key questions Cici asks our clients before designing a designer bathroom is as follows:

• Is there a specific theme that you have in mind for your designer bathroom? Themes could range from eclectic, classic, traditional, vintage cottage, industrial, retro, contemporary or modern.
• Do you want to create a bathroom which is a mix of elements from different styles?
• is there a specific colour that you want to incorporate within the bathroom design?
• Is this going to be your main bathroom or a guest bathroom?
• Who will be using this bathroom the most? Are the children going to use the bathroom too?
• How do you feel about textures on materials?
• Do you like a matte, glossy finishes for your fixtures? Or do you want a combination of both?
• Is there a particular fixture (like a bathtub or wet area) that is a must in the bathroom design?
• Does one of the fixtures need to be the star of your bathroom design?
• Do you want a layered lighting effect or a bathroom with more natural and bright light?
• Any specific brands that you want to specifically include in your designer bathroom?
• Do you need a lot of storage in the bathroom?
• How do you feel about a feature wall?
• What is your ideal choice for flooring?
• Any specific tiles that are a must (non-slip etc)?
• Do you want a fully tiled wall or would you prefer painting them?

 

“Most of my clients do not know the answer to the all the above questions which is completely fine. The choices out there are plenty and it can quickly get overwhelming. I use these questions as just a starting point, to see what the client roughly wants from the designer bathroom. Most of my clients’ vision for their bathroom design often evolves as we talk more about materials and prospective design.” explains Cici. “It is okay not to know what exactly you want from your bathroom design”.

In the next section of the blog we will discuss how to create different styles of designer bathrooms in NZ.

Create a contemporary designer bathroom with Fixtures and Large Matte tiles.

Fixtures play a key role when creating a designer bathroom in NZ. We mostly work with Reece when renovating bathrooms because of their extensive range in design as well as the quality of their fixtures. Contemporary bathrooms are most popular in Auckland as they are a mix of materials that are popular. Contemporary bathroom designs mostly feature large matte tiles with large free standing bathtubs, wet areas and vanity with a design feature.

Kado for bathtubs

Cici often uses the KADO range from Reece when styling contemporary bathrooms. The Kado Range from Reece, is inspired by hotel luxury with an emphasis on indulgence and comfort. This bathtub is called Lussi 500 Vessel basin and has the capacity of 7.6L.

 

If you are looking for something slightly more asymmetrical then Cici would recommend the Neue free standing bathtub from Kado. “The curved edge on one side of the bathtub creates interest and is also more comfortable as you can stretch out your legs on the elongated side of the bathtub.

 

 

As seen above, contemporary bathrooms of today have an overall matte finish for all their fixtures and tiles. If you want to add a touch of glossy or shiny finish to your bathroom then we recommend you do them through taps or a feature wall.

LAUFEN for basins and tapware

There are many options available today when it comes choosing a contemporary style of basin. There isn’t a particular basin that fits the description of a contemporary style. Some of the more popular contemporary designer bathrooms of today have smart features like integrating eco technology that help to save water and electricity.

 

We asked Cici why she recommends Laufen to clients and she says “Laufen has created a unique material called SaphirKeramik which they use to make their basins. It is a revolutionary ceramic material which has exceptional hardness that is blended with corundum (a colourless mineral that has some components of Sapphire). This gives the material the strength that is equal to steel but is flexible enough to be made very thin. This gives you endless design possibilities which is why Laufen has some spectacular designs for their basins.

 

There is also an emphasis on design which does not have any added frills.

 

” There are many options available for tapware as well as basins when it comes to a contemporary bathroom design. Some of my clients prefer a more modern and clean look for their basins while some like a more rugged look which showcases the rawness and earthiness of the material. The beauty of contemporary designs is that you can mix and match various styles as there is no specific design for contemporary designs (like for traditional)” explains Cici when asked about the choice for contemporary bathrooms.

 

 

The basin seen above is a great example of a contemporary bathroom design with modern and sleek lines. It is a minimalistic look which is also great for bathrooms which have a smaller space to work with.

 

 

 

 

“The bathroom that we renovated in Piha (pictured below0 is a great example of using a sink that shows off its material in its raw form. People often mistake contemporary style with ultra modern. A contemporary bathroom design is all about using materials that are most popular in the current time. This could include elements borrowed from other styles. It is all about highlighting materials” explains Cici about contemporary designs.

 

Alape for contemporary and modern designer bathrooms

Alape is another great brand from Reece that can be used in contemporary, industrial and modern bathroom designs. It is made of a thin sheet of steel which is the fired with a rich enamel coating to give you an even finish. It exudes a sense of luxury that is hard to match and truly elevates the overall bathroom design to make it look like a designer bathroom.

 

 

The vessel sink below has two colours within the sink that provides a beautiful contrast and adds interest to the vanity. The interior white is in a glossy finish against the matte black of the exterior. Our designers do no recommend installing vessel sinks with households where there are very young children. This is because vessel sinks need cleaning around the basin which is not required for insert sinks.

 

 

The insert sink pictured below, would be a better choice for households with children. This sink also gives a more uncluttered look for the surface of your vanity.

 

 

Showers in Contemporary bathrooms

Showers in contemporary bathrooms often feature wet areas or a tiled shower with a glass door. Most older homes have boxed in showers with an acrylic base which often look too bulky and do not add any aesthetic element to the overall bathroom design.

Most of our clients opt for a tiled shower with a frameless glass for a clean look for their contemporary bathroom designs. We often install the same floor tiles and wall tiles in the shower as the rest of the bathroom to provide continuity to the bathroom design which in turn makes the bathroom look larger.

 

“Some of my bathroom renovation clients prefer a tiled shower that has a raised platform around the perimeter so water does not splash out of the shower when in use. Other clients want a more cleaner and seamless in which case we do not build the raised perimeter”. explains Cici about the types of tiled showers that are popular with our clients.

 

 

 

 

The picture below shows a bathroom that we renovated in Westmere (Auckland) where we created a wet area without a raised platform around the perimeter. The same tiles were used throughout the bathroom as well as the wet area to create a seamless bathroom design. While this bathroom has a more rustic style, a similar wet area can be created in a contemporary designer bathroom.

 

 

 

Flooring and Wall tiles for a Contemporary designer bathroom

The great thing about contemporary designs is that there are not many style restrictions or limitations. It is all about combining different styles, textures and materials. We work very closely with Ruth and Kalun from Tile depot who routinely help us with selecting the right types of tiles for our client bathrooms. They have extensive knowledge about the evolution of tiles, new innovative products in styles as well as durability so our designers often seek their advice when designing our client bathrooms.

Ruth recommends using large 600 by 600 or 600 by 900 sized tiles on the floors because it makes the bathroom look larger as there are less breaks in terms of grout lines. Contemporary bathrooms of today usually feature matte tiles for the floor and walls. Cici recommends using dark coloured tiles on the floors for a contemporary bathroom. “Using dark coloured matte tiles on the floors instantly makes the bathroom look more luxurious. You can use a slightly lighter shade for the walls if you are tiling them or use a more lighter colour for your tile”.

 

“If you look at the bathroom we renovated below, then you can see how a light veined tile on the walls complements the darker tile on the floor to create a open and spacious bathroom” says Cici about using dark tiles on the floor. “It is a common misconception that dark tiles will close up the space and make the bathroom look small” she adds.

 

 

 

See all pictures + project specifications (for the bathroom pictured above)

 

If you like patterned tiles then install them as a feature element on your walls as a lining or as a full feature wall. A great example of a contemporary bathroom design with small patterned tiles on the floor with white subway tiles for the walls.

 

See Before and After pictures + project specifications for the bathroom pictured above

 

“When you look at the bathrooms above you can see that a contemporary bathroom design really has no limitations and that is what makes it fun to design. You can see how different the bathrooms look from Titirangi and Albany but they still fit into the mould of contemporary bathrooms. Traditional elements with ornate designs are the only types of fixtures that do not fit into the idea of contemporary” explains Cici when we asked her why these two bathrooms are considered contemporary

 

 

Our featured Contemporary bathroom design – Redvale, Auckland

Our contemporary designer bathroom below is a great example of the different textures, finishes and colours that are used to create today’s contemporary bathroom design. The exterior of the bathtub has a matte finish but the interior has a more polished finish. the real star of the show however, is the combination of dark grey wall tiles against the lighter grey floor tiles.

Our client Sarah did not want a generic looking off white bathroom but opted for a dark colour palette.

 

 

“People often have the misconception that choosing dark fixtures or tiles will make your space smaller. This does not have to be the case if the darker colour palette is complemented by more lighter colours. If you choose all your tiles, fixtures and other accessories in a dark palette then your bathroom will definitely look smaller and closed in. If you however, choose contrasting colours of light and dark then the result will be a beautiful contemporary space” says Cici about choosing dark colour palettes for bathrooms.

 

 

As discussed above, matte textured tiles have become a preferred  choice for designers and clients alike for contemporary designer bathrooms in NZ.  Large 600 by 600 Pirano grey matt glazed porcelain R10 antislip tiles used on the floors from tile depot. Large 600 by 600 MI Incarico tiles used on the walls from Tile depot.

 

“Large 600 by 600 or 600, 600 by 900 or 900 by 1200 are very popular for small as well as big bathrooms. They give a more seamless look and provide continuity to the bathroom design as there are fewer grout lines. They are also easier to install and will be less prone to leakage” says Ruth from Tile Depot when we asked her about the size of tiles best suited for bathrooms.

 

Read more: EMERGING TILE TRENDS (2022) BY TILE DEPOT (+COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID)

 

 

We created a tiled shower wet area for the bathroom which had the same tiles for its floors and walls to provide continuity to the overall bathroom design. A shower niche was also created to store shampoos and body wash to avoid cluttered floors. A custom glass was cut to fit in the shower’s wet area.

 

 

The bathroom had an awkward corner space behind the bathroom door where we installed a toilet. This was it was partially hidden and we could utilise the space well which gave us the freedom to install larger fixtures (the free standing bathtub, double heated towel rail and double vanity) in the rest of the bathroom.

 

 

As the bathroom was quite narrow, we custom built the vanity as well as the stone engineered countertop. To add to the spa-like contemporary design of the bathroom we installed top standing basins and chrome tapware.

Read full project specifications + Before and After bathroom pictures for the above bathroom

 

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Vintage bathroom designs NZ  

Vintage bathroom designs exude an old world charm with its patterned tiles, intricate accessories, warm colours and classic timeless fixtures. Vintage does not mean the dated bathrooms that you see in older homes of Auckland. Vintage bathroom designs of today are all about incorporating classic pieces of fixtures into a modern bathroom.

For example, vintage bathroom designs include antique looking claw foot bathtubs, free standing vanity in a classic style, tiles with patterns and brushed finish tapware.

Vanity for Vintage bathroom designs

During earlier times, basins never really had an cabinetry built underneath or above it. This is the reason that our designer Dorothy recommends using free standing basins without any in-built cabinetry for a vintage bathroom design.

You can add shelves in form of floating shelves or open cabinetry on the side which are the hallmarks of vintage bathroom designs. The material

 

 

The 3 part tapware shown above is a classic example of vintage style fixtures. The separate hot and cold knobs are reminiscent of older times and hence are the perfect choice for a vintage bathroom design.

Vintage bathroom designs often include white ceramic vanities with chrome or brushed nickel tapware. Some of our clients also like to include brass fittings to give their bathrooms a more rustic vintage look reminiscent of Spanish Villas.

Below is a great example of a modern vintage vanity which uses a ceramic basin with brushed nickel trimmings.

 

 

Our client Mary Stuart from Orewa, Auckland (see picture below) wanted her bathroom design to include a flair of Spanish Villas. So she decided to go for a more eclectic vintage look by installing colourful mosaic tiles, brass fittings and wooden vanity.

See Mary Stuart’s full bathroom transformation + Before and After pictures

Bathtubs in a Vintage Bathroom design

Bathtubs are an iconic fixture of a vintage bathroom and it should be a free standing one. Think a huge bath with chrome, brushed nickel or brass clawed foot with ornate detailing.

What are the best tiling options for a vintage bathroom design?

Tiles are definitely a hallmark of any bathroom design when you are designing a bathroom for any particular style of bathroom. Our in house designer Dorothy often helps our clients with choosing the right type of tiles or fixtures to create a designer bathroom in any style.

 

“Vintage can mean so many different things to different people. Some go for a more Moorish look and others for more classic Victorian look. The tiles for for each of these different styles of vintage bathrooms will differ. If you are going for a more Moorish or Rustic look then I would suggest tiles which have lots of colour and patterns. Tile Depot has a great collection of glazed handmade looking tiles that would suit a rustic vintage bathroom well. If it is a more Victorian Vintage design then I would go for more classic Neutrals and combine them with a bit of colour. You won’t see a lot of colour in a vintage bathroom in the Victorian style” explains Dorothy about how different Vintage bathroom designs need very different kinds of tiles in their bathroom design.

 

4. Bathroom Design Trends not to follow

 

1. All-white bathrooms: While all-white bathrooms can look clean and modern, they can also feel sterile and cold. They can also be difficult to maintain, as any stains or dirt are immediately visible on white surfaces. Consider adding some color or texture to your bathroom design to make it more inviting and comfortable. Costs will vary depending on the extent of the changes made, such as new paint, tiles, or fixtures.
2. Overly trendy tile designs: While trendy tiles may be appealing now, they may look outdated in just a few years. It’s better to stick with classic tile designs and add interest through accessories like rugs, towels, and artwork. The cost will depend on the type of tile and the size of the bathroom.
3. Open shelving: While open shelving can look great in photos, it can be difficult to keep organized and can quickly become cluttered. Consider closed storage options for a cleaner and more organized look. Costs will depend on the type of storage units selected.
4. Large bathtubs: While large bathtubs may be luxurious, they can also take up a lot of space and use a lot of water. Consider a smaller bathtub or even a walk-in shower for a more practical and space-saving option. Costs will depend on the type of bathtub or shower selected, as well as any additional plumbing or electrical work required.
5. Wall-to-wall carpeting: Carpeting in a bathroom is generally not a good idea, as it can trap moisture and bacteria and be difficult to clean. Consider tile, vinyl, or hardwood flooring for a more practical and hygienic option. Costs will depend on the type of flooring selected and the size of the bathroom.

By avoiding these design trends, you can create a bathroom that is both stylish and practical. The cost of making these changes will depend on the extent of the renovations, but in general, it’s better to invest in timeless design elements that will stand the test of time.

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Further Resources 

1. Ideas for Bathroom renovations in our bathroom renovation gallery of bathrooms we have renovated in Auckland
2. Ideas for Kitchen renovations in our kitchen renovation gallery for kitchens we have renovated in Auckland
3. Featured projects and Client stories to see specifications on some of the projects.
4. Real client stories from Auckland

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What type of tiles should i be using for my bathroom?

Depending on the lifestyle you have or if you have children or adults then the type of tiles used for your bathroom will defer. Read our article about various tiles from the ladies at Tile Depot to understand more about what is suitable for your family https://superiorrenovations.co.nz/emerging-tile-trends-by-tile-depot-common-mistakes-to-avoid/

Do i have to get my own products?

We provide a full renovation service which means that you get to choose all your fixtures, flooring and renovation materials from our various supplier showrooms in Auckland

How much does it cost to renovate a bathroom in NZ?

This will depend on whether you are renovating on your own and managing your project or if you are renovating with a company. If you are renovating with a renovation company like ours then we include all labour costs, products, renovation materials and all different trades and project management in our proposals. On an average a bathroom renovation starts from $19,000 is Auckland.

Do i have to get my own designer?

No you will not if you are renovating with us. We have an inhouse designer who will help you with your bathroom design process.

 

 

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本文已更新，包含我们对紧凑型浴室设计的十个建议以及在新西兰打造（当代、经典、复古和现代风格）时尚感浴室。

浴室通常是房子里最小的房间，但如果设计得当，也可以是一个避风港。本文将结合新近流行的浴室装修趋势，重点介绍对适合新西兰家庭的浴室设计。

如果您考虑在明年装修您的浴室，那么可以从世界各地装修行业的最新趋势中获得一些灵感。我们将分享从浴缸和淋浴间到盥洗柜和地板的浴室设计趋势。浴室设计不再仅仅是普通的瓷砖地板、白墙、普通的淋浴和盥洗室的功能。今天，您在质地、图案、印花、饰面和风格方面都有各种选择。

大多数人的想法是在浴室中至少加入一个大胆的元素，使其具有一些特色。如果您正在考虑改造您的浴室，那么这份清单肯定会给您的项目带来一些灵感。这份清单将包含适合不同品味的浴室设计风格，从现代到复古。

在本文中：

1.2023年的15大浴室设计趋势

2.适合紧凑型浴室的10大浴室设计理念

3.新西兰的时尚浴室

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2023年的15大浴室设计趋势

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趋势一：黑色彰显个性

近几年来，我们看到，灰色已经成为更受欢迎的选择，而不是黑色。人们通常选择灰色作为装饰和地板的主要颜色。然而，随着越来越多的人想要在浴室设计中做出更大胆的表达，黑色的受欢迎程度也在上升。灰色仍将继续流行，但预计在未来的浴室设计中会看到更多深色调的灰色或黑色。

黑色可以以多种形式融入到浴室中。如果您的浴室较小，那么您可以将黑色用于灯具、镜子和哑光处理的水龙头。如果您有一个中性色调的浴室，那么添加黑色的水龙头和灯具将为您的浴室创造一个强烈的（对比）效果。如果您的浴室较大，那么您也可以考虑添加黑色的您，如浴缸或盥洗柜。然而，在瓷砖的选择上，黑色并不是流行选择，大型灰色瓷砖地板在未来几年将继续呈现上升趋势。

位于Titirangi的浴室采用黑边木制盥洗柜

位于Parnell的浴室采用黑色壁挂盥洗台和配件

位于Cockle Bay的整套黑色浴室家具

位于West harbour的浴室黑色淋浴喷头

 

请参阅Tracey位于Titirangi浴室装修的项目详情，包含了带黑色边缘的木制壁挂盥洗台和工艺地砖。

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趋势#2 黄铜色和金色

黄铜色和金色一直与复古的浴室设计有关。金色点缀在复古设计中效果很好，但也可以融入当代和现代设计中。金色和黄铜色已不再是过去的设计。今天的金色和黄铜色调将为任何浴室增添可爱的温暖。它们为您的浴室空间增添了一种个性和奢华感。

过去几年中，人们看到了光滑、抛光和现代的闪亮的您。房主们正在远离这种趋势，因为它不会给浴室带来任何温暖。闪亮光滑的金属配件缺乏特色，使您的浴室看起来很冰冷。

相反，越来越流行的趋势是将黄铜色和冷色应用在亚光质地的龙头、水槽以及照明中。

位于Stanmore Bay的浴室中的黄铜色水槽

位于Westmere的浴室整套金色装置

 

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Stanmore Bay浴室装修中采用的黄铜配件

Westmere 乡村风格的厨房，配有绿色装饰墙和亚光金色水龙头

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趋势3浴室设计中的科技亮点

科技产品已经在我们的生活中无处不在。那么，为什么要让浴室依旧维持不变呢？科技产品的全部意义在于提高我们的生活水平。在过去我们已经看到了智能马桶和自动水龙头在日本日益增长的需求。智能马桶、感应水龙头和除臭器已经成为酒店和机场的标配。越来越多的房主将智能马桶和感应水龙头融入他们的浴室设计中。

2022年将看到科技产品应用在整个浴室，而不仅仅是马桶或感应水龙头。我们将看到智能淋浴器和蓝牙系统的兴起。有了智能淋浴器，您将能够确保在您回家时水已经热了。有了蓝牙系统，您现在可以在洗澡的时候听音乐了。您现在还可以安装一个声控系统，只需大声说话就可以改变灯光和水的设置。

现代浴室正在成为更能让人放松的场所，而科技产品正成为其中不可或缺的一部分。

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趋势#4 瓷砖图案和形状在浴室设计中的应用

装修您的浴室，您几乎不会选择白色的瓷砖，因为今天的瓷砖有更多的选择。瓷砖现在有各种色调、设计、图案和纹理。由于科技的进步，它们可以模仿任何材料或风格。

现在您可以切割各种形状和尺寸的瓷砖，这增加了可供选择的数量。2021年的浴室装修多采用各种形状的明亮瓷砖，这些瓷砖被视为重点和特色。

淋浴墙和防溅墙是两个最常采用明亮和有纹理瓷砖的两个地方，而不仅局限于应用在地面。

请参阅Tracey位于Titirangi的浴室装修的项目详情（如上图）

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Amber和Craig的浴室装修中地面采用马赛克瓷砖

2021年新进流行的瓷砖趋势 由Tile depot 的Ruth 和Kitty 提供

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趋势#5 工业风格的水槽、照明和盥洗柜

工业风格的住宅最初是受到纽约公寓的启发。工业风格有时也可以和“纽约”风格的公寓互换使用。然而，它并不符合每个人的口味。大多数人并没有在整个家里使用工业风格。相反，工业风格的某些元素被融入到他们的装修设计中。

在新西兰，预计将看到工业元素融入浴室设计的趋势越来越流行。最受欢迎的工业元素之一是水槽、灯具和水龙头。如果您喜欢这种风格，那么您甚至可以考虑采用一个工业风盥洗柜。通过选择木质和亚光黑色的工业装置，这些元素可以很容易地融入任何浴室风格。这种趋势在公寓和城市地区（如奥克兰）尤其流行。

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奥克兰17个浴室装修项目的对比照片

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趋势6 木质装饰品的回归

人们喜欢在家中添加木制元素。木质装饰品在任何房间都散发着温暖的气息。正如上文中提到，白色和闪亮的浴室正在被人们抛弃。在过去两年里，卫浴中应用木制装饰品一直呈上升趋势，并且大多数人将其作为盥洗室的特色。木制装饰品很受欢迎，因为它们可以被纳入任何时期的风格中。木纹质地的瓷砖最近也开始流行。

位于Westmere采用了 MDF Melteca木质外观盥洗柜的浴室

位于St Heliers采用了MDF Melteca木质外观盥洗柜的浴室

位于Albany的浴室使用了的木质盥洗柜

位于Titirangi的浴室使用了壁挂木制盥洗柜

 

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位于St Heliers Todd Chandler家的浴室装修，采用MDF Melteca木纹外观盥洗柜

Mary Stuart’s的西班牙风格浴室中的MDF Melteca木纹外观盥洗柜

位于Westmere项目中的使用了MDF Melteca双人深色木纹外观盥洗柜，

位于Titirangi的项目使用了St Michels木质壁挂盥洗柜

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趋势#7 在浴室设计中加入流行的色彩

就像我们上面讨论的那样，白色的浴室会带来一种强烈的医院的感觉。它们不会散发出任何温暖的气息，也不会为您的浴室增添任何设计元素。现在愈加流行的趋势，是为原本中性的浴室添加一抹流行色彩。这可以通过安装明亮的彩色灯具或龙头轻松实现。

然而，2022年将会看到彩色防水墙和背景墙的兴起，以增加浴室的吸引力。这可以通过将您的一面墙刷成明亮的色调，或者简单地安装有纹理的明亮瓷砖作为背景墙或装饰条来实现。

在我们对Tile depot的Ruth的采访中，她谈到了许多奥克兰人是如何使用他们的Casablanca系列来为他们的浴室增添色彩的。Casablanca系列有温暖的红色、橙色、绿色和许多其他颜色。如果您还没有准备好做一个大胆的背景墙，那么您仍然可以在您的浴室里增加一些色彩，在原本中性的墙上安装一条明亮或有纹理的瓷砖。

 

 

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趋势#8 简洁的收纳空间

由于浴室往往是空间较小，它通常最先显得杂乱无章。即使您不是一个简约主义者，您也应该考虑让您的浴室减少杂物，以营造一个整洁的环境。如果在您的浴室在设计之初便添加了方便使用并且简洁和隐蔽的收纳解决方案，这将使您的浴室看起来空间更加开阔和更具条理。

在装修浴室时，往往很容易忘记收纳问题。人们常常被市场上高颜值的浴室家具所迷惑。在装修浴室时要考虑到功能性和个人的生活方式。储物方案应该是装修时应考虑的主要因素之一。

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趋势#9 柔和的粉色调

胭红色成为浴室的流行选择已有相当长一段时间了。胭红色的墙面与哑光金属装置相配，可以真正将您的浴室变成一个别致的空间。在2021年，您可以期待看到现代浴室以胭红色调搭配玫瑰金的浴室家具和龙头。如果您还没有准备好在整个浴室中使用玫瑰金或胭红色，仍然可以考虑将其作为（您浴室）背景墙或者点缀装饰的颜色。

 

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趋势#10 更具实用功能的浴室镜和流畅的线条

特别是在大城市的公寓中，越来越多的人倾向于使用更时尚的浴室。人们希望自己的家能反映出一种都市的、现代的和时尚的风格。这一主旨在浴室中得到了发扬光大，使得比以前更加时尚。这样的浴室通常在设计中增添了科技功能，同时镜子也不甘落后。

镜子现在具有防雾技术，方便淋浴后的梳洗。它们的智能触摸按钮，方便您能够控制镜子边缘的Led灯。这些环绕背光灯，只需用手指触摸就可以调整其明亮程度。USB充电站也越来越多地出现在浴室里。

 

 

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Parnell都市风格整屋翻新，采用黑色壁挂盥洗柜和交互式浴室LED镜

Epsom浴室装修 淋浴区+交互式LED镜子

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趋势#11 更大、更舒适

我们不断变化的生活方式也意味着我们的生活方式得到了改变。曾经，独立的厕所和浴室一直是人们的首选。现在，人们更喜欢在家里有浴室套间，这意味着有更多的空间可以利用。我们有不少客户现在倾向拆除厕所和浴室之间的墙，以便将它们改成一个套间。

这意味着您现在可以在浴室设计中安装更大的浴缸和淋浴间。更大更宽敞的浴缸意味着您可以更舒适地放松，确保您在一天工作之后可以彻底放松享受属于自己的宁静。与老式的塑料淋浴间相比，开放式淋浴间也变得越来越受欢迎。这越来越流行的趋势是使您的浴室看起来开放而整洁。拥有开放的淋浴间或单独的湿区使您的浴室看起来很宽敞。如果您还没有准备好在浴室里设置湿区，那么可以考虑安装带落地玻璃门的淋浴间。

在位于West Harbour的卫浴套间的装修中加入了独立式浴缸

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Spacious Bathtubs and Wet areas

宽敞的浴缸和湿区

为位于奥克兰Westmere的浴室装修打造宽敞的淋浴湿区

为位于奥克兰Epsom的浴室打造的中等大小的淋浴湿区

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趋势#12 壁挂式浴室柜

正如我们在上面讨论的那样，现代风格的浴室在过去几年中出现了增长趋势。这些设计通常以壁挂盥洗柜和置物架为特色。壁挂置物架现在正被应用到所有类型的浴室设计中。而随着技术的改进，卫浴产品供应商开始生产不同风格的壁挂盥洗柜，例如传统、混搭和工业等风格。

壁挂式盥洗柜使浴室看起来更加灵动，并在其下方增加了存储空间。

 

Papatoetoe浴室装修中的壁挂盥洗柜

浴室装修中的壁挂木质盥洗台

 

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趋势#13 地板采暖系统和灯光

添加地暖不再被视为一种奢侈。浴室设计发展趋势是使其尽可能的增加舒适度。因此，奥克兰大多数近期翻新的浴室都配备了地暖，成本约为$2,500纽币。这可能会让人觉得是一笔大的开支，但在冬季，它们所带来的舒适感是无法估量的。

此外，您可以将地暖安装在任何时代的地板下。您可以把它安装在混凝土、瓷砖、PVC地板、木地板。走在铺有瓷砖的浴室时，您不必再踮起脚尖或穿上保暖的拖鞋。在天花板上安装浴霸，可以在寒冷的冬天为您的浴室增加更多温暖，而仅需大约$600纽币。

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奥克兰18个流行的浴室瓷砖铺装趋势

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趋势#14 墙壁上的纹理和图案

有纹理和图案的墙砖并不是壁纸的同义词。因为壁纸很难维护，所以已经逐渐成为过去时。不过，壁纸的优势是有不同的图案和设计可以选择，可以为浴室增添不少特色。

在墙面上铺设带有纹理和图案的瓷砖已经逐渐成为取代壁纸的趋势，可以为浴室增添一些趣味性。Tile depot有一系列的工艺瓷砖/图案瓷砖，都是浴室背景墙瓷砖的很好选择。

 

Stanmore Bay翻新的浴室在镜子周围安装了马赛克瓷砖

Stanmore Bay的西班牙风格马赛克瓷砖

 

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Mary Stuart的西班牙风格浴室装修

Westmere浴室的装饰墙采用绿色质感瓷砖

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趋势#15 使用大型瓷砖

与人们的想法不同的是，大瓷砖能让小浴室看起来更大。这是因为大瓷砖的灌浆线较少，意味着浴室地板的 “断裂 “较少。来自Tile Depot的Ruth解释说，600×600或600×900的瓷砖越来越受到奥克兰人的欢迎，而且这种趋势已经呈现上升趋势。

地板上使用600×600的大瓷砖

地板上使用的600×900的大瓷砖

 

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Ellerslie浴室装修，地板上使用了600×600的大型瓷砖

Papatoetoe浴室装修，地板上使用了600×600的大型瓷砖

Greenlane浴室装修，地面使用了600×600的大型瓷砖

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10个紧凑型浴室装修小贴士

中型到大型浴室更容易设计，因为有很多空间可以容纳您喜欢的浴室家具以及添加设计元素。然而并不是每个人都拥有奢侈的大浴室，并且我们家中的小浴室常常被忽视。

然而，情况并非必须如此，紧凑型浴室可以既美观又实用。一个完美的紧凑型浴室设计的关键是在于规划，以及以及能够帮助您整合各种设计元素的设计师。

1.     选择柔和的颜色或中性色调

墙壁和浴室家具采用中性色调，会给您的小浴室带来空间（增加）的错觉。采用米色、淡白色、柔和的粉色和其他中性色等，这些柔和的颜色将使您的空间更加开阔，同时为您的小浴室营造出一种平静的感觉。采用柔和的颜色或中性色调并不意味着您浴室整体设计会很无趣。您可以为您的小浴室创造亮点和时尚元素，如彩色毛巾架、哑光黑色龙头、黄铜色开关和装饰瓷砖。

2.嵌入式照明

良好的照明可以使任何小空间显得更大。通过窗户带来的自然光对小浴室增加空间感的效果很好，但如果您的小浴室没有足够的自然光，那么您应该确保安装大量的照明。

我们通常建议客户，在他们的小浴室安装嵌入式照明。您的活动空间已经受到了限制，这意味着您应该避免安装金属吊灯、水晶吊灯或壁挂式照明设备，因为它们会使您的小浴室看起来更局促。

嵌入式照明可以完全隐藏在您的天花板上，给您的浴室带来一种时尚的外观。 嵌入式照明还能发出柔和的光芒，使您的浴室家具和墙壁的线条更加柔和。

3.在洗手池上方安装壁镜或大镜子

如果可能的话，在盥洗柜上方或沿墙安装大型梳妆镜。添加大镜子会在视觉上使您的浴室看起来更大，通过镜子反射光线，带来空间增加的错觉。避免使用笨重的浴室柜，如果镜箱对您来说是必选项的，那么就选择更时尚的款式。St Michel有不同风格的镜箱和侧柜为小浴室设计带来了更多选择。

4. 湿区

因为湿区提供了更时尚的外观并开阔了空间，是小浴室设计的完美选择。如果您打算为您的小浴室创建一个湿区，那么您需要对该区域进行防水处理。防水工作完成后，再将墙壁和地板铺上瓷砖，这就成了您的 “湿区”。完全开放的湿区有一点不可避免，需要确保您的所有其他装置，如盥洗柜等也是防水的。

清洁也会成为一个问题，因为您必须清理溅到其他地方的水。为了解决这个问题，我们的许多客户喜欢安装玻璃隔板分隔湿区和浴室其他区域。您可以根据自己的喜好，安装半扇 玻璃隔板或玻璃门。

5. 型瓷砖淋浴间

在大多数浴室中，浴室的角落空间往往利用不足。小浴室的设计需要在布局上发挥所有的创造力。角落里的L形空间可以用来创建一个定制的瓷砖玻璃淋浴房。

请参阅上述St Heliers浴室的项目详情。

在淋浴间使用与浴室地板其他部分相同的瓷砖，使整体统一，这会使您的小浴室显得更大。同时使用无框玻璃门为您的小浴室增添空间错觉。

6. 口袋门/谷仓门

当您拥有一个小浴室时，您需要充分的利用空间，可以更好的收纳所有的浴室设备。为了最大限度地利用浴室的空间，您可以安装一扇口袋门，这样门就不会开到浴室里。

 

查看上述North Shore复古浴室的项目详情

7. 铺设地面使用大型瓷砖地板

使用大的地砖会使您的小浴室看起来更大，因为它的灌浆线会更少。来自Tile Depot的Ruth建议在小浴室设计中使用600×600或900×600的地砖。您可以通过将灌浆的颜色与瓷砖的颜色相匹配来进一步减少灌浆线的出现。

8.  尝试简约的小浴室设计

如果您的浴室非常小，那么请选择简约风格的浴室设计。远离过多的图案或纹理，选择线条简洁的装置。选择白色作为地板和所有浴室设备的颜色。如果浴室里有浴缸，不要使用浴帘，而是安装一个透明玻璃。为了提升小浴室的整体设计，可以在窗户附近添加植物，或在镜子旁种植爬山虎。

9. 壁挂式盥洗台和马桶

在浴室里安装浮动式盥洗台和马桶，可以让您实现浴室外观的整洁，因为这些设施周围的空间可以释放出来了。在过去，可用的壁挂盥洗台只有现代风格。而现在，您可以找到当代以及其他风格的壁挂盥洗柜。

 

10. 为您的小浴室量身定制盥洗台

小浴室有时会有不常见的角度或者空间狭窄。而制作定制盥洗柜并不像听起来那么困难。事实上，盥洗柜的建造方式与您的厨房橱柜和工作台的建造方式相同。

 

 

查看上述Red Vale浴室改造的全部项目详情

如何打造时尚浴室 – 新西兰的时尚浴室

在Superior Renovations，我们看到客户对装修一个具有时尚元素的浴室的需求越来越大。浴室不再仅仅是一个功能空间，而是一个可以享受和放松的空间。而拥有一个时尚浴室并不意味着价格昂贵。

“如今有许多创新和漂亮的浴室产品，它们易于维护，价格适中，同时散发着奢华的感觉。将漂亮的产品与华丽的手工瓷砖结合起来，您就能真正让您的浴室看起来很优雅。我们的内部浴室设计师Cici说：”关键是要选择真正能够相互呼应的浴室家具、或配件、颜色、质地和设计，以实现一个有凝聚力的浴室设计。

Some of the key questions Cici asks our clients before designing a designer bathroom is as follows:

designer bathroom is as follows:

在设计时尚浴室之前，Cici向我们的客户提出了如下关键问题:

您对您的时尚浴室是否有一个特定的主题？主题可以是折衷主义的、古典的、传统的、复古乡村风格的、工业的、复古的、当代的或现代的。

– 您是否想打造一个混合了不同风格元素的浴室？

– 您是否希望在浴室设计中加入某种特定的颜色？

– 这是您的主浴室还是客人浴室？

– 谁会最多地使用这个浴室？孩子们也要使用这个浴室吗？

– 您对材料的质地有什么想法？

– 您喜欢哑光、亮光的装修风格吗？或者您希望两者结合？

– 在浴室设计中，是否有一个特别的装置（如浴缸或湿区）是必须的？

– 是否有一个灯具需要成为您浴室设计中的亮点？

– 您是想要有层次感的照明效果，还是想要有更多自然和明亮光线的浴室？

– 您希望您的浴室中特别加入特定的品牌吗？

– 您需要浴室里有大量的存储空间吗？

– 您对背景墙有什么看法？

– 您对地面材料的理想选择是什么？

– 有什么特别指定的瓷砖类型（例如，防滑等）？

– 您想要完全铺设瓷砖的墙面，还是考虑油漆墙面？

我的大多数客户都不知道上述所有问题的答案，这完全没有问题。但是现在的选择很多，很快就会让人不知所措。我把这些问题作为一个起点，看看客户对时尚感浴室的大致要求是什么。我的大多数客户对浴室设计的设想往往是随着我们对材料和预期设计的进一步讨论而变化的。”Cici解释说。”不知道自己到底想从浴室设计中得到什么也没关系。

在博客的下一节，我们将讨论如何在新西兰创造不同风格的时尚感浴室。

用浴室家具和大型哑光砖创造一个当代时尚感的浴室。

 

在新西兰设计浴室时，浴室家具起着关键作用。在装修浴室时，我们通常与Reece公司合作，因为他们的设计范围涉及广泛，而且其产品的质量也很好。当代浴室在奥克兰最受欢迎的原因是， 当代风格可以是各种材料的混合体。当代浴室的设计大多以大面积的哑光砖为主，配以大型的独立浴缸、湿区和具有设计特色的盥洗柜。

浴缸

Cici在设计现代浴室时经常使用Reece的KADO系列。Reece的Kado系列，灵感来自于奢华酒店，强调享受和舒适。这款浴缸名为Lussi 500 Vessel basin，容量为7.6升。

 

 

如果您正在寻找不规则的浴缸，那么 Cici 会推荐 Kado 的 Neue 独立式浴缸。 “浴缸一侧的弧形边缘创造了趣味，也更舒适，因为您可以在浴缸的细长侧伸展双腿。

 

如上所述，如今涉及当代风格浴室中所有装置和瓷砖都采用了整体哑光处理。如果您想为您的浴室增加一丝光泽或亮光，那么我们建议您通过龙头或背景墙来实现。

Laufen系列的洗手池和龙头

今天，在选择当代风格的洗手池时，有许多选择。并没有一种特定的洗手池符合当代风格的描述。而如今一些更受欢迎的当代时尚浴室会采用智能功能，如整合生态技术，帮助节省水和电。

我们问Cici为什么向客户推荐Laufen，她说：”Laufen创造了一种独特的材料，叫做SaphirKeramik，他们用它来制造洗手池。这是一种革命性的陶瓷材料，具有特殊的硬度，与刚玉（一种无色的矿物，具有蓝宝石的一些成分）混合。这使该材料具有与钢相同的强度，但又有足够的弹性，可以做得很薄，这为设计提供了无限的可能性，这就是为什么Laufen洗手池总会有一些令人惊叹的设计。

 

同时还强调在设计中不添加过多的装饰。

图片左侧显示了 Laufen 如何在其龙头系统中集成生态技术，帮助您节省水和电。图片的右侧显示了他们的现代龙头如何让您将大部分龙头管件隐藏在墙后，让您的浴室看起来更时尚，还可以腾出水槽周围的空间。照片来源

https://digitalassets.reecegroup.com.au/m/cd0758ca790cad89/original/Kartell-by-Laufen.pdf

“就当代浴室设计而言，龙头和洗手池有多种选择。我的一些客户喜欢更现代、更简洁的洗手池外观，而另一些客户则喜欢更粗犷的外观，以展示材料的原始和朴实。现代设计的美妙之处在于您可以混合搭配各种风格，因为没有针对当代设计的特定设计（如传统设计）” Cici 对当代浴室的产品选择解释道。

 

 

上面看到的洗手池是当代浴室设计的一个很典型的例子，具有现代和时尚的线条。这种简约的外观，是非常适合空间较小的浴室。

 

 

 

“我们在Piha翻新的浴室（如下图）是使用水槽的一个很典型的装修案例，它以原始形式展示了水槽的材料。人们常常将当代风格与超现代风格相混淆，当代浴室设计就是要使用当前最流行的材料，这可能包括从其他风格中借用的元素，而这都是为了突出材料”，Cici对当代设计的解释。

 

品牌产品在当代和现代时尚浴室中的应用

Alape是Reece的另一个优秀品牌，可应用于当代、工业和现代风格的浴室设计。它由薄薄的钢板制成，经过丰富的搪瓷涂层的烧制，呈现一个均匀的外观。它散发出一种难以比拟的奢华感，确保提升了整体浴室设计，使浴室更具时尚感。

 

 

下面的台上洗手池利用其两个颜色形成了一个色彩的对比，也增加了梳妆台的美观。内部的白色是有光泽的，与外部的哑光黑色形成对比。因为台上洗手池需要清洁洗手池周围，而嵌入式水槽则不需要，所以我们的设计师通常不建议在有小孩的家庭中安装台上洗手池。

 

 

对于有孩子的家庭来说，下图中的嵌入式水槽会是一个更好的选择。这种水槽也让您的盥洗台表面看起来更整洁。

 

 当代风格浴室的淋浴间

当代风格浴室的淋浴间通常设有湿区或带玻璃门的瓷砖淋浴间。大多数老房子都装有带有亚克力底座的淋浴间，这种底座通常看起来笨重，并且不会为整体浴室增加任何美感。

我们大多数客户都选择了带有无框玻璃的瓷砖淋浴房，可以使他们的当代风格浴室看起来更加简洁。我们通常会在淋浴房中安装与浴室其他部分相同的地砖和墙砖，以提供浴室设计的整体性，从而使浴室在视觉上看起来更大。

 

“一些客户喜欢在浴室装修中给瓷砖淋浴房周围建造凸起的防水台，这样水在淋浴时就不会溅到淋浴房外。而一些客户则希望更简洁、更无缝衔接，在这种情况下，我们就不建造四周的防水台。”对受客户欢迎的瓷砖淋浴房的类型Cici解释道。

 

 

 

 

下图是我们在Westmere（奥克兰）翻新的一间浴室，我们在装修时建造了一个四周没有防水台的湿区。整个浴室和湿区都使用了相同的瓷砖，从而打造一个无缝衔接的浴室设计。虽然这间浴室的风格比较质朴，但是当代时尚风格的浴室中也可以建造类似的湿区。

 

 

 当代时尚浴室的地板和墙砖

当代设计的伟大之处在于，没有太多的风格限制和约束，而是结合不同的风格、质地和材料。我们与Tile Depot的Ruth和Kalun合作非常密切，他们经常帮助我们的客户挑选合适其浴室的瓷砖类型。他们对瓷砖产品的更迭、新风格的创新产品以及耐用性有着广泛的了解，因此我们的设计师在设计浴室项目时经常会征求他们的意见。

Ruth建议在地板上使用600×600或600×900尺寸的大型瓷砖，因为在大型瓷砖的灌浆线更少，所以可以在使得浴室看起来更大。如今的当代浴室通常在地板和墙壁上铺设亚光砖。Cici建议在当代设计风格的浴室地板上使用深色瓷砖。”在地板上使用深色的哑光瓷砖，可以立即使浴室看起来更加豪华。如果您在墙壁上铺设瓷砖，可以选择用相对稍浅的色调，或者使用更浅的颜色来铺设”。

 

“如下面这个由我们翻新的浴室，您可以感受到墙面浅色脉络瓷砖与深色地砖的相得益彰，从而打造了一个开放而宽敞的浴室。”Cici谈到关于地板采用深色瓷砖补充道：”这是一个常见的误解，认为深色瓷砖会封闭空间，使浴室看起来很小”。

 

 

查看所有图片和相关项目详情（上图中的浴室）

如果您喜欢有图案的瓷砖，那么可以考虑将它们作为墙面上特色设计元素，作为腰线或者打造一整面背景墙。当代浴室设计的一个很好的例子，地板上铺设了小花纹的瓷砖，墙壁上使用了当下流行的小白砖。

 

请查看上图卫生间的前后对比图片和项目详情

 

“当您看到上图浴室时，您可以看到当代风格浴室设计没有任何限制，这就是设计的乐趣所在。您可以看到Titirangi和Albany的浴室装修完成后风格迥异，但它们仍然符合当代浴室的模式。当我们问Cici为什么这两个浴室被定义为当代设计风格的时候，她解释说：”唯一不属于当代设计风格的产品是具有华丽设计的传统风格的浴室家具类型。

 

 

我们具有代表性的当代浴室设计—奥克兰 Red Vale

下面的当代风格浴室是一个很好的例子，展现了如今当代浴室设计中所使用的不同纹理、饰面和颜色等元素。浴缸的外部是哑光处理，而内部则是抛光处理。然而，真正的主角是深灰色墙砖与浅灰色地砖的组合。

我们的客户Sarah不希望看到一个普通的白色浴室，而是选择了一个深色的色调。

 

 

“人们常常有一个误解，认为选择深色的浴室家具或瓷砖会使您的空间变小。如果深色调与更多的浅色调相互融合，情况就不一样了。如果您选择的所有瓷砖、浴室家具和其他配件都是深色调，那么您的浴室肯定会看起来更小，更局促。然而，如果您选择明暗对比的颜色，那么将为您呈现一个的时尚的当代设计风格浴室”，Cici谈到为浴室选择深色调时说。

 

 

如上所述，哑光质地的瓷砖已经成为新西兰当代时尚浴室的首选，设计师和客户都是如此。 该浴室地面使用的是600*600的大型Pirano R10灰色哑光釉面防滑砖，墙面上使用的600*600的MI Incarico瓷砖，均来自Tile Depot。

 

“大的600×600或600×900或900×1200，对于小的和大的浴室都非常受欢迎。由于灌浆线较少，它们给人一种更无缝的感觉，并为浴室设计呈现了更好的衔接性。当我们问到最适合浴室的瓷砖尺寸时，来自Tile Depot的Ruth解释说：”而且它们也更容易安装，也不容易出现漏水问题。

 

了解更多: Tile Depot提供的瓷砖流行趋势（2022年）（以及如何避免常见错误）。

 

 

我们为浴室创建了一个瓷砖淋浴湿区，地板和墙壁采用相同的瓷砖，以提高整体浴室设计的连续性。我们还创建了一个淋浴壁龛，用来存放洗发水和沐浴露，以避免地板杂乱无章，并通过定制的玻璃分割淋浴的湿区。

 

 

我们在浴室门后的角落空间里安装了一个马桶，这里不仅相对隐蔽，而且我们很好地利用这个空间，从而释放出更多的空间可以安装其他的浴室设施（独立式浴缸、双层加热毛巾轨和双层盥洗台）。

 

 

As the bathroom was quite narrow, we custom built the vanity as well as the stone engineered countertop. To add to the spa-like contemporary design of the bathroom we installed top standing basins and chrome tapware.

由于浴室相当狭窄，我们定制了盥洗台以及人造石台面。为了增加浴室的当代水疗风格设计，我们安装了顶部站立盆和镀铬水龙头。

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NZ的复古的浴室设计

复古风格的浴室设计充斥着旧时代的魅力，采用了花纹瓷砖、考究的配件、明亮和温暖的色彩以及经典永恒的浴室家具。复古并不意味着那些存在于奥克兰的老房子里过时的浴室。今天的复古浴室设计都是在现代浴室中融入了经典的元素。

例如，复古的浴室设计包括外观古朴的爪足式浴缸、古典风格的独立式盥洗台、带有花纹的瓷砖和经过拉丝处理的龙头。

复古浴室设计中的盥洗台

在早期，盥洗池的下方或上方是没有真正的橱柜。这就是我们的设计师Dorothy建议在复古浴室设计中选择使用没有橱柜的独立式盥洗池的原因。

 

 

上图所示，由3部分组成的龙头是复古风格浴室配件的一个经典例子。独立的冷热旋钮让人联想到旧时代，因此是复古浴室设计的完美选择。

复古的浴室设计通常包括白色的陶瓷盥洗台和合金或拉丝龙头。我们的一些客户还喜欢加入黄铜配件，使他们的浴室看起来更有乡村复古的味道，让人想到西班牙风格的乡村宅邸。

下图的现代复古盥洗台是一个很好例子，经典元素的陶瓷盆搭配拉丝工艺的支撑架。

我们的客户Mary Stuart来自奥克兰的Orewa，她希望她的浴室设计中能够带有西班牙特色。因此，她决定通过安装彩色马赛克瓷砖、黄铜配件和木制盥洗台，来打造一个更加兼容的复古外观。

 

查看Mary Stuart的整体浴室改造以及改造前和改造后图片

复古浴室设计中的浴缸

浴缸作为复古浴室的标志性装置，独立式浴缸是不二选择。想象一下，一个巨大的浴缸，不仅带有镀铬、拉丝或黄铜工艺的爪形脚，还同时兼具了华丽的细节装饰。

对于复古的浴室设计，有哪些最佳的瓷砖选择？

在为任何特定风格的浴室进行设计时，瓷砖绝对是任何浴室设计的标志。我们的内部设计师Dorothy经常帮助我们的客户选择合适的瓷砖或浴室家具，以创造任何风格的时尚浴室。

 

“复古对不同的人而言可能意味着许多不同的东西。有些人喜欢摩尔式的外观，有些人则喜欢维多利亚式的经典外观。适用于这些不同风格的复古浴室的瓷砖会有所不同。如果您追求的是摩尔式或乡村风格的外观，那么我会建议使用有大量色彩和花纹的瓷砖。Tile Depot釉面手工瓷砖系列，很适合乡村复古浴室的风格。如果是维多利亚式的复古设计，那么我会选择更经典的中性色，并结合一些颜色。您不会在维多利亚风格的复古浴室中看到大量的色彩。”Dorothy解释说，不同的复古浴室设计需要非常不同的瓷砖来进行浴室设计。

 

 

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3. 代表项目和客户故事，查看相关项目的详情。

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我的浴室应该使用什么类型的瓷砖？

根据您的生活方式，例如您家是否有小孩，或只有成年人使用，那么用于浴室的瓷砖类型会有所不同。希望了解更多什么瓷砖才适合您的家庭，请参照Tile Depot 销售顾问所提供的文章 https://superiorrenovations.co.nz/emerging-tile-trends-by-tile-depot-common-mistakes-to-avoid/

我必须要自己去买产品吗？

我们提供全面的装修服务，这意味着您可以从我们在奥克兰的各个供应商展厅选择所有的浴室家具、地板和装修材料。

在新西兰装修一个浴室需要多少钱？

这取决于您是否将其交由装修公司装修还是由您自己进行翻新并管理。如果您正在与我们这样的装修公司进行装修，那么我们的报价中会包含所有人工成本、产品、装修材料以及项目管理。奥克兰的浴室装修平均起价为$ 19,000。

我必须要有自己的设计师吗？

如果您和我们合作，是由我们的内部设计师，帮助您完成浴室设计过程。

 

 

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