A bathroom can be more than a functional space. It can be a retreat to rejuvenate mind and body. If you're remodeling, why not create a spa-style bathroom? Materials, lighting, and calming colors are all elements of the look, and accessories matter more here than in any other room.

1. Declutter

Spas are places to clear your head, so start by clearing the bathroom of clutter. Toss everything that has expired and decide what to do with duplicate products. Clean all surfaces thoroughly and put away the essentials, preferably in tailor-made storage solutions for a sleek, open look.

2. Stylish Storage

Organization is the key to a spa-style bath. Everything arranged neatly with a touch of luxury. Store everyday items like cotton balls in large jars, put liquid soap in stylish dispensers, keep toilet paper rolls in baskets. Place products on vintage trays or glass shelves. Custom storage units with mirrors and internal compartments can be fitted into nooks and crannies. To update existing cabinetry, swap hardware for luxe gold or brass finishes.

3. Bring in Nature

Houseplants both purify air and bring beauty to any room. For a feeling of lush tranquility, introduce plants that thrive in warm, humid environments. Hanging planters, vases of flowers, and potted plants all work. Wood adds a natural feeling of warmth and character. Bathmats, trays, floors, and tubs are available in beautiful hardwood, with faux-wood options that handle humidity. Natural stone can be used anywhere for instant luxury, like a soothing river-rock shower floor.

4. Choose Color Wisely

For a relaxing atmosphere, choose a soothing palette. You can't go wrong with neutrals: whites, grays, beiges. Pink in a subtle shade or as an accent color also works. Create accents with art, towels, textiles, or flowers. Keep color combinations to a minimum to avoid a busy look.

5. Soft Textures

Softness is the key for ultimate comfort. Luxurious towels, robes, and bathmats give a spa feeling. Invest in quality towels and keep them rolled in a basket, hanging from a storage ladder, or piled high on a shelf. A towel warmer or warming drawer means a toasty towel ready when you need it. A padded, upholstered seat is a small but decadent addition.

6. The Right Fixtures

Toilet, tub, shower, and sink are what the bathroom is all about, so devote design and budget to the right choices for a spa-like space. Rainfall showerheads that massage you or steam showers that make your skin radiant are central to the look. Upgrading faucets makes a big statement. Freestanding bathtubs are elegant and inviting and can be the central feature.

7. Aromatherapy

For a fully sensory experience, include fragrance. Beyond the fresh scent of plants, candles are a genuine spa addition, relaxing you as they release their aroma. Oil burners add a heady scent with essential oils for each mood. Diffusers leave a gentle scent in the air. Lotions and soaps add to the pampering experience.

8. Layer Your Lighting

Targeted lighting is essential, but only strong light should be avoided if you want to emulate a spa. Layer the lighting design. Chandeliers, recessed lighting, and sconces with dimmer switches give a sophisticated, candlelit effect. Large windows maximize natural light and views. We dig into bathroom lighting in our bathroom lighting guide.

Talk through your spa-style bath with a designer

If you're planning a bath remodel and want to talk through what makes the space feel like a retreat, we'd love to talk.

Schedule a showroom visit at our 5,000 square foot showroom in Norwell. No pressure, just a real conversation about your home.

Transitions Kitchens, Baths & Remodeling
433 Washington St, Norwell, MA
(781) 871-0881