Bathrooms are often wrongfully left out of the interior design predictions, since most people view them as dull and uninspiring rooms where functionality always tops the aesthetics. Although no one can argue the necessity of a functional bathroom, it’s inevitable to notice that people spend a lot of time in this room, and that therefore it deserves the same amount of time and effort invested in its design as the rest of the home. Fortunately, there are plenty of interior designers who are aware of the enormous potential bathrooms have, and each year they are presenting us with new innovations and creations. Here is what they have in mind for 2017.

Brass Yourself: Brass Is Back!

One of the most notable 2017 bathroom trends is a stylish return to the ‘70s, at least when it comes to color combining. And that means a lot of classy brass for metal accessories and marble cladding for the walls. The two make an irresistible couple that transmits the ambiance of the ‘70s bathroom straight into the 21^st century.

Less Is More

Along with trends such as Tiny House Movement, there is a resurgence of minimalism in design, especially in urban dwellings. This trend is going in the direction of smaller and more intimate bathrooms with functional features. The shape and the size of toilets, vanities and bathtubs are significantly reduced, both to fit into small spaces and to represent a sense of privacy and restrained elegance.

Go Bold or Go Home

Unlike the restrained design of a minimalistic bathroom, there is also a trend of creating a dynamic space that evokes a true stylish sensation. It’s achieved by combining modern and organic materials. For instance, a modernistic, yet homey composition can be created with a modern freestanding bath, wooden floor, colorful ceramic tile and stone elements.

The Game of Continuity

Continuity can seem somewhat boring at the first glance, but just imagine: the same cladding materials for floors and walls create a seamless flow between the two, making the entire room look elegant, yet playful.

This invisible transition between the floor and wall in the bathroom will be a huge trend throughout 2017 and even in 2018.

A Trip to the Dark Side

When someone says ‘bathroom’, people usually imagine a room covered with white tiles, a white tub, a white vanity and white sink. Does it have to be that way? No. The year ahead is the time to be bold with color choices in your bathroom. A black bathroom can reflect timeless elegance, and gold accents can give it a true Hollywood charm. Since the return to nature is one of this year’s prevailing design tendencies, slate tiles will be very popular. The trendiest shade of the year will be grey which will create a tranquil and moody atmosphere.

Rediscover Clay

Clay is one of the oldest materials people used to create vessels for containment of water, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that we are again seeking ways to recreate that connection. The new trend of bathroom design brings back clay in the form of water-dispensing products and other fashionable bath appliances. Clay is adding emotionality and value to the function of bathroom faucets, and thus brings in serenity and nature.

Following Nature’s Footsteps

Nature is the most brilliant creator out there, so it is no wonder the designers want to learn from it and copy it. The trend of organic bathrooms arises precisely from those aspirations. The organically produced items introduce a huge array of designing possibilities, since each of them is unique in its own special way. The stone surfaces, wood and other natural materials create a rich tactile sensation and a bathroom like no other.

There’s one conclusion that sticks out the most – nature is the basic source of inspiration for most of the interior designers this year, so you can’t go wrong if you decide to introduce organic materials, plants or anything else that reminds you of nature.

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Chloe is an art historian, recreational ballet dancer and a contributor at smoothdecorator.com. She is passionate about photography, dance and music. Her biggest dream is to travel the whole world with her husband and take stunning photographs of beautiful places. She also enjoys learning and writing about home design, since she is crazy about aesthetics. You can find Chloe on FB, Twitter, and G+.