AFTER THE PARADE 33
TOP 10
bathroom trends
1. Traditional styles have
given way to contemporary
and transitional bathrooms,
and shaker style is gaining
ground. Mid-century modern
is emerging and Asian
Fusion is a notable niche.
2. Whites, off-whites and grey are
the preferred colour schemes,
but blue is striking a fresh note.
Stainless steel is a niche to watch.
3. Linen cabinets and wood
vanities are the top storage
solutions. Floating vanities
and open shelving are coming
on strong, but toilet-topper
cabinets are, not surprisingly,
declining in demand.
4. Ceramic tile flooring,
although high-quality vinyl
seems to be emerging.
5. Undermount sinks. Vessel
sinks and pedestal sinks are
falling out of favour while
trough sinks are emerging.
6. Freestanding bathtubs.
7. White fixtures are trending
up, bone and bisque are
trending down, and brushed
brass and gold are emerging
faucet finishes. Designer faucet
colours are an emerging niche.
8. Amenities that enhance
safety and comfort — shower
seats, lighting in showers and
no-threshold showers, along
with comfort height toilets.
9. Water-saving toilets
and faucets.
10. Distributed video and
audio and wiring pathways for
future integration are emerging
niches in the bathroom. Power
outlets tucked into drawers
or vanity cabinets to power
small appliances like blow
dryers are more prevalent.
