# Freestanding Bathtub Decor These Sleekly Designed Tubs Were Inspired by the Shape of a Hammock By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freestanding-bathtub References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/05/11/splinterworks-freestanding-carbon-fibre-tub-and-sink/) & [splinterworks](http://www.splinterworks.co.uk/bathroom_products.php) Modeled after traditional hammocks, these freestanding bathtubs are made without wall attachments. Designed by [Splinter Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastal-house) studio, the 'Vessel Freestanding' bathroom concept is a freestanding bathtub that doesn't require traditional plumbing features. The sleek black tub design looks like it could belong in the bathroom of a country club spa and features an exaggerated and curved shape. The Vessel Freestanding model also boasts a basin that looks like a smaller version of the tub. The best part about this bathtub is that it can be placed wherever the designer or homeowner desires, rather than having to connect to a plumbing wall -- a requirement for most competing bathroom accessories that are available in today's market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Freestanding Bathtubs:** The trend of freestanding bathtubs offers opportunities for innovative bathroom designs that do not require traditional plumbing features. - **Sleek Tub Designs:** The trend of sleek tub designs inspired by hammocks provides a luxurious and modern aesthetic for bathrooms. - **Non-traditional Plumbing:** The trend of non-traditional plumbing solutions opens up possibilities for customizable bathroom layouts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bathroom Fixtures:** The bathroom fixtures industry can explore new designs and materials for freestanding bathtubs. - **Luxury Spas:** Luxury spa businesses can incorporate sleek tub designs inspired by hammocks to provide a unique and luxurious experience to their clients. - **Plumbing Solutions:** The plumbing industry can develop innovative products and systems that offer non-traditional plumbing features for versatile bathroom installations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Minimalist Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acquabella-noon-slate.md) - [Luxe Translucent Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusso-amore-freestanding-resin-bath.md) - [Sophisticated High-Design Bath Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soaking-tub.md) - [Removable Bathtub Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtrope.md) - [Symmetrical Curved Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victoria-alberts-barcelona-collection.md) - [Rounded Hydromassage Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aretusa-tub-by-claudio-papa.md) - [Japanese Snack Box-Inspired Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bento-starck-box.md) - [Malleable Removable Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtope.md) - [Ultra-Modern Freestanding Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freestanding-sink.md)