Neutral bathrooms – boring or beautiful?
In the world of interiors, a neutral colour palette or design scheme can conjure up images of bland spaces and rooms that have played it safe but gone are the days of magnolia walls and rooms that lack style or personality. We believe that when done properly, a design inspired by soft tones and natural colours can be both elegant and exciting whilst standing the test of time.
For us, layering textures and tones is key to adding interest along with carefully chosen products that help create a striking and powerful design. However, there are no set rules when it comes to interior design, it’s about creating spaces that work for you.
Incorporating natural materials such as wood and marble is a great way to add depth and warmth to a design, especially when combined with a white or neutral background. A carefully crafted wooden floor paired with wooden ceiling creates a capsule of warmth. Or adding a vanity unit with light rustic wood finish gives a scandi style feel.
But opting for a natural colour palette doesn’t mean everything has to be beige and cream - one way to lift a neutral scheme is to add a touch of glamour by incorporating warm metallic taps, fittings, and lighting in either brass, rose gold, bronze or copper brassware. Keeping the same metallic colour finish throughout unifies the look of the bathroom.
Adding different texture and pattern can turn a potentially sterile bathroom into a gentle and welcoming retreat. Drawer fronts clad with textured faux leather create a tactile and indulgent contrast to the texture of ceramic.
And remember, taps don’t have to have a metallic finish and wash basins don’t have to be white! Coloured matt finishes sit beautifully against concrete or natural stone. The black basin and wall-mounted brassware may feel counterintuitive, but a great way to add contrast with a modern edge.
For a cocooning effect, colour drench your bathroom in one neutral paint shade throughout, combine with a patterned floor of the same tone and beautiful wall tiles of the same hue, to create a restful vibe.
If something a little more brave is your thing or you want to add a bit of stylish fun to your design then Vola’s range of colourful brassware might just be for you!
