Art Deco Traditional Bathroom Ideas
September is a great month to start looking at bathroom inspiration. Bathroom renovations can take months of research, booking fitters, and installation. That’s why we’re here! Read our art deco traditional bathroom inspiration to see how you can style your new bathroom in one of the most beloved styles.
Art Deco, a design style that emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, characterised by bold geometric patterns, luxurious materials, and elegant colours. Originating in France, following the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in 1925. Europe adopted this style in the 1930s with bathrooms that reflect the optimism, luxury, and forward-thinking spirit of the time.
Thomas Crapper Venerable Back-To-Wall Toilet Set | RRP £1107.00 £996.30
1. Art Deco Bathrooms: Geometric Shapes & Patterns
When we think of a traditional Art Deco bathroom, we think of geometric shapes, including zigzags, chevrons, sunbursts, and stepped designs. This is normally incorporated into the tilework, mirrors, or architectural elements. In recent years, many bathroom manufacturers have paid homage to this style through ceramicware. Having stepped designs on basins and toilets have become a luxurious way to showcase the small details of this timeless design. A great example is the small details in this Thomas Crapper toilet. With its stepped design around the base and rim of the toilet pan, the small accents make the bathroom feel more luxurious.
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2. Art Deco Bathroom Lighting
Lighting plays a big role in your classic Art Deco bathroom. Luckily for you, there are plenty of options. You can opt for bathroom wall lights such as wall sconces, classic bathroom wall lights, and illuminating mirrors. Combining elegance with modern materials, bathroom lights are as much about form as they are about function.
Thomas Crapper Classical Deco Wall Light | From £599.00 £539.10
Waldorf 100cm Washbasin on Washstand | £1625.00
3. Art Deco Bathroom Basins
The basin is one of the pivotal points in traditional art deco bathrooms. Combining form and function, the use of brilliant white ceramics in basins will always pair well with the rest of the bathroom such as your bathtub and loo. Alternatively, if you want your basin to really stand out you can opt for a wide range of coloured marble to fit the theme.
Chrome & Gold will always be a safe bet when planning your dream art deco bathroom. Each finish will depend on whether you want cooler or warmer accents in your brassware. These surfaces play a huge roll in creating a seamless interior from taps and toilet handles to showers and basin washstands.
Conclusion
Crafting a traditional bathroom in 2024 is about striking the perfect balance between timeless elegance and modern functionality. Traditional designs favour higher end bathroom products and this is particularly prevalent in art deco bathrooms. so, do not forget your accessories! Once you’ve set your heart on the key components of your bathroom the smaller details are what truly make a bathroom feel luxurious, so do not forget your accessories!