Bathroom Design Moodboard: 6 Inspiring Styles to Help You Clarify Your Vision

If you’re building or renovating, you’ve likely already discovered this:

Bathrooms are deceptively hard to design.

They’re small spaces, but the decisions carry weight. There’s tile selection, plumbing, lighting, ventilation, fittings, and layout, and all of it has to balance aesthetics with function.

The biggest mistake I see?

People dive straight into product selection before getting clear on how they want their bathroom to feel.

That’s where a moodboard or even better, a clear style direction can make all the difference.

To help, I’ve pulled together six bathroom styles I often use as a jumping-off point with clients. Each has its own personality and palette, and can be tailored to suit your space.

1. Bold + Brutiful

Brutalism, but softer.

This look embraces strong forms, matte finishes, architectural lines, and moody tones, then softens them with ribbed textures, warm lighting, and a human edge. It’s sculptural, striking, and surprisingly calming.

2. Earthy Modernism

Organic. Textural. Honest.

Think terracotta tiles, timber vanities, terrazzo floors, and finishes that feel crafted and real. This style leans into natural materials and grounded tones that bring warmth and simplicity.

3. Neutral Pause

Where minimalism meets softness.

This palette is quiet and layered. Soft whites, greys, muted beige and features sculpted forms, curved elements, and tactile finishes. It’s all about stillness and simplicity.

4. Minimal Opulence

Luxury through restraint.

Not showy, but elegant. You’ll see honed marble, clean lines, brushed metals, and carefully chosen fittings. It’s the design equivalent of a deep breath in a five-star spa.

5. Quiet Romance

Feminine without being fussy.

This mood uses pleated sconces, curved cabinetry, marble vanities, and muted tones to create a gentle, inviting space that’s just as functional as it is beautiful.

6. Heritage Bathing

Modern traditionalism.

It draws inspiration from the past. Clawfoot tubs, wainscoting, ornate detailing, but pairs it with contemporary restraint. Perfect for those who love character without clutter.

Whether you're designing a primary ensuite, a guest bathroom, or something in between, having a defined design direction helps you make faster, more confident decisions and reduces the overwhelm.

Want help narrowing it down?

Start by asking: What do I want to feel when I walk into the room?

Let your answers lead the way.

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