Designing an Immersive Spa Bathroom

Designing the ultimate spa bathroom requires the use of posh details and high-end materials like bamboo, stone and marble. The rising popularity of spa bathrooms is the result of homeowners’ desire for an oasis to relax and escape from everyday life. Spa bathrooms are chic, minimalist and pampering – and they are expected to remain popular in custom homes for a long time to come.

Inspiration for Your Spa Bathroom

1. Natural Stone: Stone infuses organic relaxation, with some stone thought to have healing properties in many cultures. Beautiful natural stone creates a haven of serenity akin to being outdoors, and you are not relegated to grey or brown. They are striking options in rose and dark gray, for instance, that can add elegance without sacrificing creativity and color.
2. Private Nooks: When thinking about a spa bathroom, many homeowners try to repurpose the space they are already using. However, if you have a loft or attic space, consider creating an entire floor dedicated to decadent luxury. You can utilize natural light through windows and rooftop skylights and open it up to moonlight in the evenings. A spa-like master bathroom perched in the eaves of your house creates a truly private experience.
3. Spa Showers: Oversized spa showers with rainforest showerheads can transport you from your bathroom to bathing under a waterfall. Accentuate the ambiance by surrounding the shower with glass and installing hanging plants or orchids that thrive in moist, damp environments. You may even wish to have the shower in the open air, surrounded by a rock wall and tropical plants for privacy.
4. Elegant Finishes: Gold fixtures and fittings are the trademark of luxury, glittering and shiny in an elegant space. (Use brass if you aren’t sold on gold.) Gold trim exudes the most sophisticated finish and infuses warmth against a tile or stone backdrop. For even more style, consider walnut shelving – it provides a genuine depth of color and rich texture to your spa bathroom.
5. Minimalist Monochrome: Neutrals and monochromatic color schemes add ultimate sophistication, but you can add a pop of color with a vibrant painting or plush towels. Consider an all-white bathroom with lush live plants and gold pendant lights, creating an immersive space that encourages relaxation and serenity. If you love the idea of monochrome but want subtle variety, try different size and texture of tiles on the walls and floors, creating patterns even if the color is the same.
6. Soothing Palettes: If monochrome or neutrals are not your style, you can still achieve spa elegance with cool palettes of blues, grays and greens. These palettes draw the homeowners into a more relaxed vibe and are especially emblematic of the coastal beauty many Florida homeowners are seeking. Blues and greens evoke peaceful and relaxing water views, perfect for a spa bathroom.
7. Wood Elegance: Wood makes for a natural and rustic aesthetic, especially pleasing for those looking to evoke an organic setting. Bamboo, although not officially wood, makes for beautiful walls and flooring material. If you don’t want to utilize real wood for practical purposes, wood-effect porcelain tiles create an unrivaled stunning look.

Decadent Spa Bathroom Details

If you are committed to a true spa luxury experience, consider including some of these luxurious extras:

Heated Flooring: Transform the space from bathroom to luxury spa with heated tile flooring.
Add Plants: Greenery infuses nature-based serenity while cleaning the air and making it easier to breathe.
Aromatherapy: Aromatic essential oils can quickly shift stress into relaxation and zen, filling the air with beauty and sweet-smelling serenity.

Custom Home Design from CMSA Architects

At CMSA Architects, we specialize in designing uniquely beautiful homes that represent the desired lifestyle of our clients. If you are interested in building a Sarasota or Manatee home that stands out with elegance and luxury, call the architects with a proven local reputation for style.