Bathrooms of the World

This beauteous parade of bathrooms, inspired by an array of contrasting countries, demonstrates how to pull elements of inspiration from some of the finest, most luxurious takes on the humble bathroom from across the world. These rooms aren’t intended to give an educational cross section of a typical home in these locations, but rather to take a pinch of flavor from each culture, mix it up with a good measure of panache and a dash of whimsy.

This Greek style suite harks back to ancient times with its artwork and color palette, whilst maintaining a clean modern edge in the approach to layout and fixtures and fittings.

A rich Moroccan approach is decadent and passionate in a stunning purple palette, and twinkling mosaic tiles.

A typically Tuscan twist emphasizes old wooden ceiling beams, picked out in dark stain against a sympathetic buttery backdrop.

An interior courtyard with a zen air breathes classically clean Japanese ethos.

Traditional Chinese luxury with shiny silver accents gives a delicate yet cool look.

Arabian bath nights glitter with gold in this palatial scene.

Practical Scandinavian styling combines utility with bathing, set against a familiarly Scandi white canvas.

A regal Russian treatment sees gilt edging and intricate tile patterning.

Bold American graphics form a striking wall mural in this space, whilst taxicab checks frame the furniture.

Edgy Italian modernism rules in this dramatically dark setting, though there is a clear nod to old Italy in the sculpture and chandelier work.

This contemporary take on a Turkish bathroom is composed of natural materials to promote relaxation, with a generous sunken tub forming the centerpiece.

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Mexican Beauty, Casa Almare

This property is for those who thrive on the power of the ocean; for those who love every wave, frothy spray and salty breath of the seaside, Casa Almare by Elías Rizo Arquitectos not only looks out over the sprawling deep blue sea but models every view point to see only the water, creating an overwhelming feeling that the home floats or hovers miles from land.

Located in Mexico, on one of the most stunning beaches of Jalisco, this wondrous example of contemporary architecture is designed to include a cantilevered viewing jetty that appears to extend impossibly over the swirling bay below. A lap pool also lies precariously close to a sheer edge over the ocean scene, flanked by barely there glass balustrade along the sun deck.

Glass walls form the perimeter of the property, allowing the watery panorama to seep in through every angle, even into an open shower room, where there is no worry of neighbors glancing in.

Drift wood furniture continues the beach theme into the interior design.

A romantic bedroom scheme greets you with a fairytale of a four-poster bed, complete with soft flowing drapes and fresh white bed linen. A cowhide rug spans the floor space to create a little warmth underfoot, amidst the cool marble floor.

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Unique Wall Texturing Examples

Have we ran out of ideas when it come to creating an eye-catching and inspiring feature wall in our living spaces, and as extensions of our bedroom headboard walls? It seems not; see the light with this set of back lit and textured treatments designed to splash contemporary class across all of your tired interiors.

The covering on this modern lounge wall looks as though it has been spliced to reveal a glowing underbelly, with colors that change to morph the mood of the space.

The cool concrete of this headboard wall offsets adjacent warmer wood tones.

For a really attention grabbing design, this edge-to-edge work of art provides a sculptural ‘pow’!

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A cool white corrugated texture plays with light and shade in this space, as well as echoing the long horizontal composition of thin windows.

Gray gloss panels provide a soothing backdrop in this sleep space, and part to reveal soft mood lighting here and there–just enough to light a cozy evening.

A blanket of rough wood block looks superb against the smooth contrast of glossy furniture materials in this space. The naturally occurring mixture of dark and light wood grain provides an undulating effect, making the wall appear to have movement in its warmth.

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Sleek Bathrooms by Danelon Meroni

Check out this sleek selection of bathrooms designed by the talent at Danelon Meroni: “We are product designers, dreamers and doers who want to do great work for ambitious clients” the studio states, so lets take a look…

A glossy pebble shaped bathtub emerges from a solid concrete surround for a stunning contrast of style.

Here we see creative minds at work with a prototype of how the organic vessel would perch in its mount.

Floating units are sectioned in straight, strong lines, reflecting the sprawling cityscape beyond.

Wall mounted sanitaryware takes the floating concept of furniture throughout the entire bathroom.

Cool industrial styling meets chic simplicity in the shapely legs of this twin basin vanity unit; the counter top is kept slim-line and understated to allow the metal stands to take center-stage.

A curved corner shower enclosure gives flow to the angular situation, whilst a strong black finish provides edgy framing, and compliments the dark masculine vanity unit nearby.

This bathtub allows easy walk-in access without any compromise on style, with a neat sheet glass panel acting as an inconspicuous doorway.

The chunky basin and bathtub silhouettes of this suite still appear elegant thanks to their softly tapered outline and elegant chromeware.

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