Bathroom design guide

Get inspired with these great ideas for bathrooms, from small touch-ups to complete makeovers

3 soothing spa bathrooms

Create a serene feeling at home with these smart strategies for your own calming oasis

Soothing bath colors
Photo by Thomas J. Story

Use color to calm

A small space can be just as restorative as a large one—and color is the main ingredient for setting a peaceful mood.

In Brian and Amy Fleisher’s bungalow bathroom in Seattle, the mix of materials is limited to two colors: cool blue (which is calming and evokes natural elements) and warm cream (which suggests coziness and comfort).

The effect is the visual equivalent of a long, cool drink of water.

 


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