Bathroom trends to avoid in 2022

All-white-everything

White is the most versatile bathroom shade, which is why it’s so popular. But with that said, it’s easy to overdo it and end up with a washed out space without character.

When using white tiles, vanities and sinks be sure to break it up with pops and shades of colour in your fittings, fixtures, paint and other design features. For example, mixers in the Inciso Wall mounted range in brushed brass are perfect for adding a little warmth to a white bathroom. 

Also consider the bathroom’s lighting when choosing colours. White can make dark, small spaces appear bigger but colours can look great in large and well lit bathrooms.

Patterned tile flooring

Bold patterned and geometric tiles can look great but they should always be used with restraint and care (or not at all to be safe). If you do choose to use a patterned tile, make sure that the rest of your bathroom’s tiling, fixtures, fittings and design features are minimalist, with neutral or complimentary colours.

And if you’re not sure? Skip the tiles and go for a more neutral timeless design feature!

Business and clutter

Maximalist design with big bold colours, house plants and accessories came back in 2020  and 2021 but it’s best avoided in 2022 and beyond. Instead of packing your bathroom with stuff choose fewer, higher quality accessories and more understated fixtures and fittings for a more refined, luxurious look. 

Not sure where to start? Take a look at this beautiful, floating Barwon ClearStone Gloss sink for considered design inspiration.

Fully painted walls

If you have a limited budget painted walls may be the only option – and it can look great if you make the right choices. However, there’s no denying that tiles add more character and design appeal when they’re well executed. 

If you can’t afford wall-to-wall tiles in your next renovation, instead go for a partially tiled room, including floors, splashbacks and half-wall tiling. That way you can get the tiled look with less expense.

Built-in baths

It costs extra to build baths into your tiling, takes longer and we’d argue it usually looks much worse. Doing so can take up bathroom space unnecessarily and make your bath look chunky and boxy. 

Instead of spending the extra cash, why not choose a simpler, more elegant freestanding bath? Abey Australia stocks over a dozen options, including our personal favourite – the timeless and elegant Barwon Clearstone gloss tear drop bath.