Blending traditional and contemporary styling
for a beautiful bathroom
Combing traditional styling with
contemporary interiors trends has seen a
rapid rise in popularity among homeowners
and interior designers alike. Charlie Williams,
interior designer at Heritage Bathrooms,
shares her top five tips on how you can get
the look.
Work with prints & patterns
Elegant floral wallpaper prints can bring a
traditional twist to even the most ultra-
modern of bathroom suites. This image of
the Victoria Suite by Heritage Bathrooms,
which featured in Houzz’s Best of 2019,
is a beautiful example of how patterned
wallpaper can be used to create a sleek and
charming look.
If you’d prefer to stick with tiling, then off-set
traditional pieces, such as a Victorian style
high-rise basin, with on-trend geometric
patterned floor or wall tiles.
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Go freestanding
A freestanding bath offers the perfect
bathroom centrepiece whilst gifting spa-like
relaxation.
A classic, roll top tub can provide the perfect
juxtaposition to contemporary styling – why
not try painting a cast-iron bath, such as the
Buckingham from Heritage, in a bold, vibrant
shade or statement matte black.
For a modern twist on a classically styled
room try a freestanding acrylic bath, such
as the Hylton from Heritage, in a striking
chrome-effect finish.
Keep the shades serene
A simple and consistent colour scheme can
help you achieve a cohesive and polished
look.
Try sticking to a neutral colour scheme for
your suite before layering contemporary
shades to provide a soothing and high-end
finish. Bright coral pinks and deep, earthy
greens are really on trend and perfect for
adding charm to a space or add a real zing
with a punchy acid yellow as shown here.
Flaunt your brassware
Exposed plumbing and brassware perfectly
embody the old meets new style by blending
industrial chic and period design.
A great way of achieving this look is to opt
for an exposed shower in a metallic shade
of your choice. A brass washstand, such
as the Abingdon with a gorgeous Claverton
basin from Heritage, is another beautiful
way of merging old and new styling. Go
for gold and bronze hues to evoke a warm,
vintage feel.