How to create a hotel luxe bathroom

With the need for time out ever-present but exotic getaways a bit uncertain, we turn our attention to luxury bathroom design to satisfy our cravings for hotel luxury at home. 

For many, the bathroom is already a sanctuary, a precious place for much-needed time out, so investing time in your bathroom design is important - it should function well and feel luxurious. Here are our easy luxury bathroom ideas to make your bathroom spa-break special - with well-designed furniture and coordinated fittings, it’s easy. Turn on the taps, and grab the bubbles… it’s time for some me-time…

Choose a luxury bathroom scheme

Most hotel bathroom designs have a tight interior scheme, and it’s important to take this cue to achieve the same premium look at home. To make the most of existing furniture, additions should match - if your taps are chrome, your accessories ought to be too. Chrome is the traditional choice for a high-end bathroom, but depending on your taste or existing fixtures, burnished brass and polished gold offer luxury and work well in any modern bathroom. Add a side table for candles and accessories, if space allows; choose marble-topped side tables to complement gold bathroom fittings and natural wood for chrome to get that spa-inspired look.

Add a statement bathroom mirror

‌SHNordic’s ensuite bathroom features our statement Rise Mirror - an addition that adds the level of grandeur that a walk-in shower or roll-top bath would. Choose a mirror full of interior style and re-design your bathroom without re-working the space. A statement bathroom mirror can add drama or glamour depending on the style you choose (go oversized in small bathrooms for impact) – and creates a focal point. Dress that focal point with designer bathroom lighting, and add another layer of bathroom luxe.

Choose modern bathroom lighting

Letting the functional elements in your bathroom make your design statements will keep the space calm and uncluttered, as you don’t need to rely on too much decoration. Turn off the outdated spotlights in favour of wall lights, and add another opportunity to showcase your style. Position bathroom wall lights above, or on either side of the basin or mirror to offer a calmer light; bathroom lights and outdoor wall lights that are IP44 rated can be hung within a 60cm radius of the sink.

Add luxe bathroom accessories

To achieve 5 star hotel bathroom design at home, keep the bathroom tidy with small bathroom accessories that combine quality of design with bathroom functionality. Opt only for function, and you’ll find it hard to believe you’re at that spa. Avoid bathroom basics and select accessories in contemporary or luxurious finishes that complement your scheme and function in the bathroom - you’ll have that high-end look in no time.  

A minimalist contemporary bathroom

‌For a contemporary scheme go for industrial style bathroom light fixtures in black and raw material finishes, browse traditional brass and gold bathroom lights for a classic look. SHNordic’s on-trend pink bathroom scheme might not suit lovers of industrial style whereas a black and white bathroom might be more to your taste. Choose our cement finish bathroom accessories to create a finished look in your bathroom.