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You have a hard day at work, and the week itself hasn’t been much better. You grab the book you’ve wanted to read, your favorite drink, and set out to soak. But you can’t get comfortable in your old bathtub and cut the night short.

Flash forward to Monday morning. You and your partner are rushing to get ready for work. The two of you are bumping elbows, sliding past each other, and making a mess – there isn’t enough space for both of you.

So what’s the solution to these two problems and others? A bathroom remodel! That’s right; it’s time for a new bathroom!

Before you jump into a renovation and start ripping out fixtures, get some inspiration! Here are the ten bathroom designs trending right now in 2021!

1. Soaking Tubs

One of the keys to relaxing is a hot bath after a long day. But the standard tubs don’t always lend to having a good soak. That’s why deep, soaking tubs are sticking around this year.

Freestanding tubs have been on the rise in recent years. But the flat-bottom style is gaining popularity over the clawfoot and decorative models. The sleek silhouettes work well in most bathrooms with any design.

Paired with unique fixtures, this can be a stunning feature of your bathroom.

2. Hardwood Tiles

Throughout your home, hardwood floors probably reign supreme. However, it’s not always smart to take that feature into the bathroom. Water from the sink and shower can warp hardwood floors, creating a future replacement project.

Never fear, though! If you love the look of hardwood floors and want them to continue into the bathroom, try tiles that look like hardwood. Usually made of porcelain or ceramic, these tiles have the color and gaining of traditional wood.

These tiles are durable and moisture resistant, which makes them perfect for the bathroom. But their hardwood look means you won’t have to give up your style.

3. Floating Vanities

Bathroom designs are skewing more contemporary, as shown by the floating vanity’s rising trend. These features create an open and airy design that looks sleek. Though contemporary, these vanities can work with any bathroom style.

Floating vanities are mounted to the wall and leave the floor space underneath bare. And this style allows you to customize the look of the cabinets, the counter, the hardware, and faucets to fit your aesthetic exactly.

Add two sinks to give you the extra room to spread out in the mornings.

4. High-Tech Features

Right now, we’re living in the digital age. So, of course, there has to be technology in the bathroom. If you’re planning a bathroom remodel, then you have to include a few high-tech features.

How about a smart toilet? These have touch-free flushing, self-closing lids, and self-cleaning technology. They can also reduce the amount of water you use with smart flushing.

Build Bluetooth speakers into the ceilings or walls to seamlessly play your music while you shower. Add a control center where you can set your floors or shower to your ideal temperature.

5. Large Glass Showers

Open and airy is one of the main features of tending bathroom design. If you’re planning on a shower remodel, consider floor-to-ceiling glass shower doors. These feel sleek while opening up the design to make the room feel larger.

You can make your shower design even more on-trend by incorporating metal frames to create a grid pattern across the doors. These add a touch of industrial or rustic elements to an otherwise modern feature.

6. Lot’s of Storage

It’s easy to forget about storage when you’re in the middle of a bathroom remodel. But you’ll be happy in the end if you dedicate a few square feet to it in your bathroom.

A good rule of thumb is to add in more storage than you’ve taken out. This doesn’t mean doubling the size of a linen closet. In fact, you can and should spread the storage throughout the bathroom.

Try having a closet for cleaning products, a rack of towels, in-wall shelves for toiletries, and a ledge in the shower for bath products.

7. Wall Tile Designs

Tiny mosaic tiles have ruled the bathroom for years, but their days are numbered. Current bathroom trends say that unique wall tile designs are the choice in the future.

This trend is all about making a statement when you walk into the bathroom. Arrange large tiles to create feature walls in the shower or behind the vanity.

Geometric tile, large tiles, colored tiles, and patterns like herringbone are all hits in 2021 and beyond.

8. A Little More Color

For years, the black and white interior design ruled the glossy pages of magazines. But in recent years, homeowners have added more color, especially in the bathroom.

Incorporate brighter colors with tiles, painted murals, and bathroom decor. You may even want to paint your vanity for a pop of color. Or, if you’re really bold, go for a colored tub.

Pale pink, dark green, and rich orange are all currently trending colors.

9. Back-Lit Mirrors

Your mirror is essential in your morning routine. And though you may not think there’s a way to improve it, you might want to take a look at back-lit mirrors. These lit models create a sleek look and turn a mirror into a design feature.

Back-lit mirrors create ambient light, don’t have a glare, and can be a nightlight when dimmed. Use them to highlight a featured wall or create a focal point in your bathroom.

10. Patterned Tiles

Plain white subway tile isn’t going out of style anytime soon. But in the meantime, patterned tiles are on the rise with bathroom trends. These tiles will add some visual interest and movement to your design.

Try geometric-print tiles, stars, and florals for your walls and floors. Art deco-inspired tiles are also on the rise to give your bathroom a bold yet timeless look.

Get Inspired by These 2021 Bathroom Remodel Trends

You spend a lot of time in the bathroom, from getting ready in the morning to relaxing at night. If you’re going to spend so much time in one place, the design should be beautiful.

If your bathroom no longer works for you—aesthetic or utility-wise—it’s probably time for a bathroom remodel. Use these trends to inspire you to design the bathroom of your dreams.

Is a glass shower in your new bathroom design? Talk to our experts for a quote on your project today!

Did you know that in an average person’s lifetime, they spend around 190 days showering? You might not think much of it, but your shower is quite an important part of your daily life!

Not only is your shower a place for you to get clean, but it’s also a safe space where you can relax with your thoughts. For many, it’s a haven. If that sounds like you, then you better make sure you have a glass shower, as it’s the best type to have!

Wondering what glass shower benefits you’ll get if you have one installed? Read on for 6!

1. It Adds Elegance to Your Home

In your college days, it might’ve been acceptable to have a mediocre bathtub with a cheap plastic shower curtain on it to keep water in. But now, you’re an adult, and you need something that’s classier and more elegant.

That’s where glass showers come in. There are different types of glass shower panes you can choose to get the exact look you want.

For instance, you can get completely clear ones or varying degrees of frosted panes. You can also choose from framed and frameless designs, as well as ones that act as sliding doors.

As you can see, there are many glass shower designs you can choose from so it not only matches your home’s current design, but also elevates its aesthetics. In fact, you can even get customized enclosures!

2. It Increases the Value of Your Property

On that note, by upgrading your bathroom, you’ll add value to your property. While you may not be in the market to sell right now, or even in the near future, there may come a time when you will. And when that time comes, you’ll naturally want to sell it for as much as you can.

Considering that glass showers add a touch of elegance to your house, they’ll definitely raise its value. So not only do you get to enjoy an upgraded shower, but you’ll also have confidence knowing you can sell your house for more in the future since you have an updated and modern bathroom.

3. It’s Safer

If you use shower curtains, you might end up with occasional puddles on the floor. Depending on how careful your household is, some of these puddles can be much larger than others. As a result, they’ll create safety hazards, especially if you have young children, the elderly, or handicapped people in your home.

With a glass shower, all water will be contained within the enclosure. And should anyone still somehow slip on residual water, they won’t have to worry about shattering the glass. High-quality glass showers will be made of impact-resistant glass.

4. It’ll Make Your Bathroom Look Bigger

Is your bathroom small and does it make you feel cramped whenever you’re in there? While you can’t really do anything to make your bathroom bigger (besides tear it down and remodel it), what you choose to have in the bathroom will make a huge difference!

A bathtub with a curtain across it can instantly make the space feel a lot smaller. Whereas a glass bathroom is completely see-through, which then allows you to see every square inch. It also allows light to bounce off every wall, which can make things brighter and more open.

Once you swap your bathtub for a glass shower, you’ll notice a world of difference in your small bathroom!

5. It’ll Keep Your Shower Cleaner

Ask anyone who’s had a shower curtain for a while, and they’ll tell you about the nasty scum that builds up over time. Even if you scrub at it, your curtains become inevitably stained from products, mildew, and mold. This is because the curtain sticks to the tub after you’re done, which promotes the growth of mold and mildew.

On the other hand, if you get a glass shower, it’ll stay cleaner. This is because the glass won’t be sticking to anything, which means it’ll dry off much quicker. As a result, mold and mildew won’t have ideal conditions to grow in.

Glass showers are also easier to clean. Unlike shower curtains, they’re rigid, which means you can scrub it down easily and quickly with some soapy water.

6. It’s Cheaper

At face value, shower curtains are much cheaper than glass showers. But when you consider the fact that you have to keep replacing curtain liners every 6 months or so, glass showers win out in the end.

If you decide to redo your bathroom at any time, you’ll most likely have to swap out the shower curtains to match the new decor. Because glass showers are completely see-through, you can count on them to match whatever you put in the space! So you won’t need to have your shower redone.

To clean your shower, you’ll use the same chemicals you already used for your tub anyway. So there are no added expenses.

While the cost of a glass shower is initially higher than a tub and curtain’s, in the end, you’ll be shelling out less cash for a glass shower.

Get a Glass Shower for Your Home

As you can see, having a glass shower definitely comes with a bunch of benefits. From it adding class and elegance to your house (not to mention, also value), to it being safer and cleaner, a glass shower will pay for itself with the numerous benefits you’ll enjoy.

So say goodbye to your old tub and hello to a new glass shower enclosure. You’ll feel like you’re living in luxury!

If you’d like to have a glass shower enclosure put in your bathroom, contact us now for a free quote. We’ll respond within 24 hours!