# Minimalist Bathroom Subtly stylish washroom design takes the chaos out of routine. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Jun 22, 2017 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/minimalist-bathroom ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.9/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Minimalist Bathroom trend? **Minimalist Bathroom:** With the shift away from clutter towards a more streamlined lifestyle, comes a clean design aesthetic permeating the private sanctuary of the home – the bathroom. Clean lines, minimal color palettes and subtle textures create a harmonic space that allows for unwinding and de-stressing after a long day, or a neat and uncomplicated area to get ready for the day ahead. The movement towards minimalism within the washroom denotes a desire for harmony and tranquility, even in the must functional of spaces. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 31, 2015 to Apr 12, 2018 - Published: Jun 22, 2017 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Minimalist Bathroom trend ### Minimalist Bathroom Designs The movement towards minimalism within the washroom denotes a desire for harmony and tranquility, creating innovation opportunities for space-saving, multi-functional and eco-friendly fixtures and fittings. ### Innovative Bathroom Fixtures The incorporation of classic aesthetics with modern style creates innovation opportunities for imaginative and luxurious designs for fittings and fixtures including shower heads, drapery sinks, invisible shower drains, and heated soaking tubs. ### At-Home Spa Experiences The demand for at-home relaxation amenities creates innovation opportunities for products like floatation tubs and heated soaking tubs, which provide similar relaxation experiences as spas and salons but in the comfort of the home. ## What the Minimalist Bathroom trend means for industry ### For Interior Design Interior designers are poised to benefit from the shift towards minimalist bathroom designs and innovative fixtures which require expert skills for harmonizing functionality with style. ### For Luxury Goods Luxury goods companies have opportunities to create premium quality bathroom fixtures and fittings to meet the demand of high-end consumers who desire luxurious and innovative at-home spa experiences. ### For Sustainable Living The increasing popularity of eco-friendly products in minimalist bathroom designs creates innovation opportunities for companies to develop sustainable and environmentally-friendly fixtures and fittings. ## Workshop question Where can you help streamline your consumer's daily routine? ## Trend signals for Minimalist Bathroom Trend score 5.9 out of 10, from popularity 81%, activity 88%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 81% - Activity: 88% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Minimalist Bathroom trend 8 featured examples from Oct 31, 2015 to Apr 12, 2018. - [Metallic Rod Shower Heads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tubular-shower-head): The MGS Minimal Tubular Shower Head Puts Sophistication into the Shower (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The innovative shower head design opens up possibilities to create unique and modern bathroom fixtures and accessories. - [Invisible Shower Drains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-drain-sline): The Easy Drain S-Line Subtly Removes Water from Showers (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The bathroom fixtures industry can explore innovative designs and materials to create invisible shower drains that enhance the overall bathroom aesthetic. - [Contemporary Bathroom Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inbani-bathroom-furniture): The Inbani Bathroom Furniture Collection is Showcased by Oso Design (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture manufacturers can expand their product lines to include minimalist bathroom furniture that can appeal to homeowners who value aesthetics and functionality. - [Luxurious Heated Soaking Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-soaking-tub): Aquatica Fosters Relaxing Experiences with a Japanese-Inspired Tub (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The bathroom fixtures industry can embrace disruptive innovation by developing luxurious, technologically advanced soaking tubs that enhance relaxation and well-being. - [Sea-Inspired Bathrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-inspired): Phillip Aduatz's Furniture Recreates the Wave Patterns of Water (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in the home decor industry to incorporate artistic and sea-inspired designs in bathroom fixtures. - [Minimal Bathroom Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lariana-bathroom-collection): Patricia Urquiola Designs the Lariana Bathroom Collection for Agape (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transforming bathroom aesthetics through innovative interior design solutions. - [At-Home Floatation Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floatation-therapy): Toto's 'Floatation Tub' Recreates Floatation Therapy at Home (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for bathroom fixture manufacturers to create innovative and relaxing bathtub designs. - [Marble Drapery Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathroom-washbasin): The 'Nami' Bathroom Washbasin is Carved Yet Draws Inspiration from Fabric (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Integrating classic aesthetics and post-modernism in home design products can give businesses an edge in the competitive home decor industry. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)