# Minimalist White Bathrooms Shinichi Ogawa & Associates Designs a Space with a Stunning Forest View By Meghan Young | Published 2015-02-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-bathroom References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/02/22/a-minimalist-white-bathroom-with-a-forest-view/) & [shinichiogawa](http://shinichiogawa.com/) The white bathroom shows exactly how this particular space is often viewed: an [intimate sanctuary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-collection-1). The design is a reflection of this sense of peace and quiet. Minimalist and clean with only the necessary fixtures inside, the white bathroom boasts a large window that overlooks a stunning view of a [thick forest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canter-and-gallop). Designed by Shinichi Ogawa & Associates, the white bathroom is located in Hyogo, Japan. A large bathtub resides in the center of the room, allowing bathers an unobstructed view of the forest as they lay their relaxing or, simply, cleaning. Although created with a ritual in mind, the white bathroom is nevertheless utterly contemporary. It is made with [modern and luxury homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-chisholm-architects) in mind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Bathroom Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating minimalist yet high-tech bathroom fixtures and decor. - **Nature-inspired Bathrooms:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in incorporating natural elements and views into bathroom design for a relaxing and refreshing experience. - **Window-focused Bathroom Layout:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating bathroom spaces that showcase stunning outdoor views, providing a unique and calming experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating minimalist, nature-inspired, and window-focused bathroom design for modern and luxury homes. - **Home Construction:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in offering bathroom designs that prioritize simplicity, serenity, and natural views. - **Smart Home Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in integrating technology seamlessly into minimalist and nature-inspired bathroom design for a high-tech and eco-friendly experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forest Walk-Inspired Bathroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antao.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Shower Heads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-bathing-collection.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Forested Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-bath.md) - [Wellness Retreat Bathroom Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-collection-1.md) - [Tranquil Modern Bath Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zencha.md) - [Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-hill-residence.md) - [Bathroom-Centric Dubai Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio.md)