5 Modern Bathroom Design Ideas for a Soothing Space

More and more, homeowners are approaching bathroom design with the mindset of creating an in-home spa: a place they can retreat to at the end of the day for a long soak, a hot shower, or a steam in their very own steam room. If you're planning a bathroom remodel and are hoping for a serene, spa-like space, consider taking a modern approach to the design. The clean lines and minimalist, clutter free qualities of modern style lend themselves naturally to a restful, calming atmosphere. Below, we've put together a few of our favorite modern bathroom design ideas to help inspire your own soothing space.

Add unexpected elements. Because modern design is forward thinking, and not held to tradition or convention, it offers room to step outside the box and experiment. In the bathroom, that means bringing in design features typically reserved for other areas of the home, like a fireplace.

Stick to neutral scheme. Complement the simple forms and no-frills essence of modern design by choosing a color scheme that's equally straightforward. Neutrals like white, gray, and wood tones will help a modern space feel fresh, calming, and timeless.

Go high-tech. One of the benefits of modern design is that many of the high-tech features now available for bathrooms, like in-shower LED lighting, digital shower controls, and built-in stereo systems will feel like a natural fit.

Incorporate elements of nature. Modern style also embraces the organic, so try adding nature-inspired details like bamboo flooring, natural wood tones, or stone tile.

Try a frameless shower and a freestanding tub. Not only is the sensibility of a separate shower and tub more modern, separating the two also allows for more contemporary design choices, like a frameless glass shower and a freestanding, minimalist tub.

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