What's Trending in 2021 Bathroom Design

We design and build everything from kitchens and basements to whole-home remodels and additions, but bathrooms remain our most popular projects. Bathrooms have been evolving from basic, functional rooms into elegant, relaxing retreats for years.

Whether you are updating a guest bath within its current footprint or planning a bigger primary bath makeover, here are the features you can expect to see more of in 2021 and beyond.

Storage Innovations

Storage is at a premium in all but the largest bathrooms, and built-ins can eat up precious space. Niches and cubbies around the sink and in the shower are attractive spots for toiletries and even jewelry.

Medicine cabinets are also back, in a much better form. Inset and backlit mirrored cabinets look great and keep everyday items within reach and off the counter.

Statement Vanities

The vanity is getting more attention than ever. Many now look like a beautiful piece of furniture instead of a basic cabinet. Most still run from counter to floor, but floating vanities are growing in popularity for tight spaces and anyone who wants a more open, airy feel.

Suspended Sinks

Modern and minimal, wall-mounted sinks are especially popular in small bathrooms and powder rooms. With no cabinet below, fixtures and hardware become the focal point. Because plumbing is often exposed, choose attractive pipes and fittings so the room looks polished rather than unfinished.

Freestanding Tubs

Built-in tubs and tub-shower combos have been on their way out for a while, and a separate shower and tub remains one of the most popular primary bath layouts. As walk-in showers grow larger, tubs are no longer a must for everyone, but many homeowners still want one.

• Clawfoot tubs still have plenty of fans.
• Large, deep tubs come in materials from acrylic to copper and even wood.
• Smaller soaking tubs save space and take less water and time to fill.

Creative Tile

Designers are using tile in fresh ways. Subway tile is moving from kitchens into bathrooms, and not just as a backsplash. Full tile accent walls, including colored tile, are an alternative to wallpaper. Mosaics are back too, including classic black and white with a modern twist. Small mosaics cost more per square foot to buy and install, so on a tighter budget, use them as an accent like a shower floor. Learn more in to tile or not to tile.

Nature and Spa Inspiration

Warm, nature-inspired colors are showing up in bathrooms through paint, tile and countertops, and stone tubs make an eye-catching statement. The shower is where many remodels start. Large walk-in showers with dual or rain showerheads are becoming the norm. If you have privacy, well-placed windows bring in natural light and views. If not, privacy glass still lets light in.

Start Your Bathroom Remodel

From evaluating your space to design and construction, our award-winning team is ready to help. Browse our bathroom remodel projects, then call Tracy Tesmer Design and Remodeling at 678-450-1700 or contact us online.