Rebels With a Cause: 18 Bathrooms That Break the Rules
Find inspiration from these show-stopping bathroom designs that ignored the rules to make their splash
With a complete bathroom overhaul becoming one of the most popular projects for homeowners, designers are rising in arms against traditional designs and looking for more ways to create a wet space to suit every need – whether that’s installing a toilet in the shower, adding an unconventional bathtub or flipping the whole concept of the ‘bath room’ on its head.
Take a look at these 18 rule-bending bathrooms.
Take a look at these 18 rule-bending bathrooms.
2. Glass class
Not for the faint hearted, a see-through glass bath adds an unexpected design feature to a white-tiled bathroom creating the illusion of more space.
Not for the faint hearted, a see-through glass bath adds an unexpected design feature to a white-tiled bathroom creating the illusion of more space.
3. Privacy please?
If there are no holds barred in your relationship, this design may be for you. With no frosted glass, blinds or curtains, this ensuite bathroom blurs the lines between bed and bath.
If there are no holds barred in your relationship, this design may be for you. With no frosted glass, blinds or curtains, this ensuite bathroom blurs the lines between bed and bath.
4. Dream dip
Going one step further, this tranquil scheme goes the whole hog. With a freestanding bath at the foot of the bed, this bedroom-bathroom is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day … if you’re not making use of the alfresco shower beyond.
Going one step further, this tranquil scheme goes the whole hog. With a freestanding bath at the foot of the bed, this bedroom-bathroom is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day … if you’re not making use of the alfresco shower beyond.
5. Triple tap
‘His and Her’ bathroom sinks are clearly old news, move over for ‘His, Her and Their Sinks’ – a great addition to a family bathroom. We love the matching mirrors and vanity lights that mark a spot for everyone to brush their teeth in unison.
‘His and Her’ bathroom sinks are clearly old news, move over for ‘His, Her and Their Sinks’ – a great addition to a family bathroom. We love the matching mirrors and vanity lights that mark a spot for everyone to brush their teeth in unison.
6. Centre stage
It’s unusual to add a bathtub in the middle of the bathroom, but this freestanding bath tub is used as a focal point in a country-style spa space.
It’s unusual to add a bathtub in the middle of the bathroom, but this freestanding bath tub is used as a focal point in a country-style spa space.
7. Man up
We’re seeing more and more urinals popping up in residential bathrooms. Indeed, this double waterless urinal may be the perfect solution for busy families – just remember to get permission from the lady of the house.
We’re seeing more and more urinals popping up in residential bathrooms. Indeed, this double waterless urinal may be the perfect solution for busy families – just remember to get permission from the lady of the house.
8. Wet watch
If you like nothing more than a long bath in the evenings, a TV might be the perfect accompaniment. Add in a fiery backlit accent wall and your bathroom could be the new living room.
If you like nothing more than a long bath in the evenings, a TV might be the perfect accompaniment. Add in a fiery backlit accent wall and your bathroom could be the new living room.
9. Multipurpose room
You could always kill two birds with one stone and install a bathtub in the living room. Bringing new meaning to the terms ‘multipurpose’ and ‘space’, this bathroom-cum-living room also opens up to the outdoors via sliding doors.
You could always kill two birds with one stone and install a bathtub in the living room. Bringing new meaning to the terms ‘multipurpose’ and ‘space’, this bathroom-cum-living room also opens up to the outdoors via sliding doors.
10. Funny dunny
Add humour and drama to your bathroom with a wall-size photograph of your favourite place. Break from reality with a snap of anything from the Sydney Harbour Bridge to New York’s Spring Street Subway Station.
Add humour and drama to your bathroom with a wall-size photograph of your favourite place. Break from reality with a snap of anything from the Sydney Harbour Bridge to New York’s Spring Street Subway Station.
11. Perfect pin-up
Don’t let the fear of water and steam put you off hanging wallpaper in a bathroom. A good ventilation system or fan can allow you to fill your with scheme with checks, stripes or even White Ming cherry blossoms.
Don’t let the fear of water and steam put you off hanging wallpaper in a bathroom. A good ventilation system or fan can allow you to fill your with scheme with checks, stripes or even White Ming cherry blossoms.
12. Crossing boundaries
A disappearing wall puts this bathroom in Mother Nature’s lap as it teeters on the edge of the outside space.
A disappearing wall puts this bathroom in Mother Nature’s lap as it teeters on the edge of the outside space.
13. Inside out
For those set on embracing the elements, turn your bathroom inside out and install a bath outside. Just don’t forget your sunscreen as you soak up the sunshine and suds at the same time.
For those set on embracing the elements, turn your bathroom inside out and install a bath outside. Just don’t forget your sunscreen as you soak up the sunshine and suds at the same time.
14. Tub time
A bathroom redesign is the perfect time to really think about what you want out of your space. This personalised sanctuary includes a wooden sauna and Japanese-style soaking tub creating an oasis tailored to the owner’s style and needs.
A bathroom redesign is the perfect time to really think about what you want out of your space. This personalised sanctuary includes a wooden sauna and Japanese-style soaking tub creating an oasis tailored to the owner’s style and needs.
15. Time saver
Space-saving, time-saving and easy to clean, installing a toilet in the shower may be the most resourceful bathroom addition yet. A wall-mounted toilet is a good option, as it will make waterproofing a whole lot simpler.
Space-saving, time-saving and easy to clean, installing a toilet in the shower may be the most resourceful bathroom addition yet. A wall-mounted toilet is a good option, as it will make waterproofing a whole lot simpler.
16. Cool pool
You’ve heard of infinity pools, now for infinity tubs. This jaw-dropping bathroom is full to the brim with lavish spa style.
You’ve heard of infinity pools, now for infinity tubs. This jaw-dropping bathroom is full to the brim with lavish spa style.
17. Dual purpose
This contemporary bathroom puts an end to the ‘bath or shower?’ debate. A wet room is a great option if you’re short on space.
More ways to plan your perfect shower room
This contemporary bathroom puts an end to the ‘bath or shower?’ debate. A wet room is a great option if you’re short on space.
More ways to plan your perfect shower room
18. Double vision
A mirror can make your space look twice as big. Because sometimes one toilet just isn’t enough…
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Fireplaces aren’t just for living rooms. A built-in fireplace provides a relaxing view from the tub as well as handy heating for when it’s time to get out.
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