In the contemporary bathroom, functionality is just the starting point. According to the latest Houzz Design Trends report for 2025, luxury is now taking centre stage with over one-third of homeowners choosing a statement bath.
Diane Larner explores the latest products to reach the market.
Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 reaffirmed its place on the UK’s design calendar with a bold and vibrant display of creativity and innovation. Held across London’s iconic Clerkenwell district, this year’s festival saw over 43,000 visitors—an 11% increase on last year.
Shower design for today’s housing market requires a balance of style, functionality, and adaptability to evolving consumer needs. Diane Larner examines how innovations are transforming design to reflect user expectation.
ISH Frankfurt 2025 opened its doors to over 160,000 visitors in early March. It brought together industry leaders, designers, and innovators to showcase the latest trends and solutions. Diane Larner attended the event and compiled six inspirational bathroom highlights.
Creating a successful design for the hospitality industry means building spaces that are both operational and safe, and enhance the user experience.
Combining utility with desirability is key when it comes to creating a modern bathroom space. Functionality and aesthetics must go hand in hand as designers favour everything from sleek, minimalistic vanities to practical modular storage systems.
Inclusive design is becoming more accepted in general bathroom design. It ensures that buildings not only meet accessibility requirements but also creates a welcoming environment that caters to the needs of all users.
According to ONS data, more households were multigenerational in 2021 (2.1%) than in 2011 (1.8%). This is due to an ageing population and increased economic pressure, and means multigenerational living has emerged as a decisive trend within the housing sector.
Current trends in bathroom design continue to highlight luxury, sustainability, and wellness. Achieving a cohesive outcome depends on the compatibility of each component, with sanitaryware needing to be both practical and visually pleasing.