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Make Your Bathroom Sing Beautiful Blues
Calming and rejuvenating at the same time, blue is a natural choice of colour to bring into the bathroom, as these 13 examples show
Chiquit Brammall
14 October 2016
Design journalist and freelance editor. Dollhouse architect. Serial renter.
Clear blue waters and bright blue skies – that’s the natural association most people have with the colour blue. In colour psychology, blue is known to be calming, relaxing and cooling. So it’s easy to see why blue works well in bathrooms, as these refreshing spaces show.
1. Monochromatic mosaic
With walls in one shade of blue, and floor in a lighter shade, these mosaic-clad surfaces create a tranquil spa feel.
More about the psychological effects of blue
With walls in one shade of blue, and floor in a lighter shade, these mosaic-clad surfaces create a tranquil spa feel.
More about the psychological effects of blue
Photo by Frank Pinckers
2. Tactile effect
Mosaics in two shades of blue and white arranged in a woven pattern give an interesting textured look. Add towels and a plush rug, and the tactile effect is complete.
2. Tactile effect
Mosaics in two shades of blue and white arranged in a woven pattern give an interesting textured look. Add towels and a plush rug, and the tactile effect is complete.
3. Prismatic illusion
Multiple shades of blue ‘rain down’ this bathroom, and lend the optical illusion of depth. The dark blue vanity top brings out the darker hues of the mosaic too.
Multiple shades of blue ‘rain down’ this bathroom, and lend the optical illusion of depth. The dark blue vanity top brings out the darker hues of the mosaic too.
4. Splash in the blue
Confined to the shower enclosure, the blue mosaics contrast against the white-and-grey marble for a luxurious look.
Confined to the shower enclosure, the blue mosaics contrast against the white-and-grey marble for a luxurious look.
5. Blue cocoon
Wall tiles enclose this bathroom in a soothing, refreshing ambience.
Wall tiles enclose this bathroom in a soothing, refreshing ambience.
6. Statement colour
Turquoise brightens up this bathroom, and is beautifully balanced by dark wood and brass Asian-style embellishments.
Turquoise brightens up this bathroom, and is beautifully balanced by dark wood and brass Asian-style embellishments.
7. Floor show
A classic tile pattern of blue and white adds personality to this all-white bathroom.
A classic tile pattern of blue and white adds personality to this all-white bathroom.
8. Bold lines
A swathe of blue mosaics enliven the woodgrain tiles in this bathroom, and visually connect the washbasin with the shower.
A swathe of blue mosaics enliven the woodgrain tiles in this bathroom, and visually connect the washbasin with the shower.
9. Subtly introduced
Pale blue tiles in a herringbone pattern add a soft, fresh touch of colour in this bathroom.
Pale blue tiles in a herringbone pattern add a soft, fresh touch of colour in this bathroom.
10. Aegean inspiration
This Grecian-style bathroom features a fresh blue painted concrete wall and vanity top.
This Grecian-style bathroom features a fresh blue painted concrete wall and vanity top.
11. Pop of blue
The blue cabinet fronts of this vanity create a simple but impactful effect in this small bathroom.
The blue cabinet fronts of this vanity create a simple but impactful effect in this small bathroom.
12. Door drama
A moonlit scene on the door is complemented by a similar shade of blue on the vanity cabinet.
A moonlit scene on the door is complemented by a similar shade of blue on the vanity cabinet.
13. Colour by accessories
Not able to paint or tile your bathroom blue? Use bathroom accessories such as a bath mat, towels and vase to bring in the soothing colour.
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Not able to paint or tile your bathroom blue? Use bathroom accessories such as a bath mat, towels and vase to bring in the soothing colour.
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