The bathroom, once considered a utilitarian space, has evolved into a sanctuary of relaxation and indulgence where mundane routines have become indulgent rituals.
According to a July 2024 study by Global Market Insights, the North American bathroom remodeling market has a growth rate of 4%, with a projected market value of up to $78 billion in 2027.
A gorgeous turquoise glass mosaic tile wall
Interior designer Christina Richardson’s recent project at a home in Long Cove gives us a peek into why investing in luxurious bathroom upgrades is a good idea, along with the factors driving this growing demand.
“When my clients first contacted me, they wanted help with their primary suite,” Richardson said. “They expressed how much they loved the color (an orange hue) yet remarked that other people didn’t necessarily like it.”
Richardson advised them to go with what makes them feel happy, pointing out that they are the ones who live there.
“They stayed true to their own tastes, but chose a lighter, peachier version of the original paint,” Richardson said. “Three months after, Pantone announced that ‘Peach Fuzz’ was the Color of the Year, so, as it turns out, my clients were right on trend.”
One luxury bathroom must-have is an open shower with beautiful tile. In Richardson’s case, she installed a gorgeous turquoise glass mosaic tile wall which is a real stunner, especially juxtaposed against the high-end, marbled porcelain tile on the floors and the wall. The rain showerhead and the hand-held shower head are luxury staples as well. Richardson also replaced the outdated tub with a large, oval soaking tub.
Brass fixtures and accessories make perfect accents against the marbled tile and peach-hued walls.
“While many people, including my clients, might not use a tub, a big soaker tub is a statement of luxury and great for resale in any bathroom remodel,” Richardson said.
A luxury bathroom should include high quality finishes and great lighting. In this home, the clients opted for a superior marbled porcelain tile and quartz countertops. Brass fixtures and accessories make perfect accents against the marbled tile and peach-hued walls. Additionally, brass fixtures are durable, making them effective in a bathroom environment.
A luxurious bathroom should allow for as much natural light as possible, and Richardson maximized the natural light in her client’s remodel by installing vanity lights, as well as a beautiful chandelier above the tub. To increase the light in the hallway leading to the shower and decrease risk of falling, canned lights were installed in the ceiling there and in the walk-in shower. A decorative spotlight was also added to highlight a large, colorful painting.
A luxury bathroom design maximizes function. In Richardson’s case, her clients expressed their desire to incorporate elements for aging-in-place. The walk-in shower is wide enough for a walker or wheelchair and also includes a sturdy and beautiful built-in bench. There are grab bars, but rather than the traditional design, these resemble high-end towel bars.
After Richardson completed the project, her clients told her that every day when they walk into their bathroom, they feel so lucky and happy.
“That was always the goal,” Richardson said. “I want you to feel like royalty when you walk into your bathroom every single day.”
To view more of Christina Richardson’s work, visit ChristinaRichardsonInteriors.com.
