Similarly, with the average person spending far more time at home, cooking and relaxing, it makes perfect sense for demand for easy-to-clean surfaces being on the up. While white kitchen countertops look great in a magazine, these are not suitable for everyday living – nor are porous materials. We expect to see a far higher demand for easy-to-wipe, non-staining materials being used across the kitchen environment.
A Deeper Look… Bathroom Trends 2021
When asked about bathroom trends, it was agreed by 53% of the participants in Fixr’s survey thought that spa-like bathrooms would be the ‘next big thing’ for 2021. Meanwhile, black accents (44%), multi-tile patterns (34%) and layered patterns (25%) came were also highly regarded by the experts questioned. Introducing plants was mentioned by 15% as an emerging trend for bathrooms as well.
Statement makers
Fixr’s survey went on to ask about the best elements to make a statement in the bathroom – results were as follows: 32% natural stone walls/counters, 32% bold coloured shower tiles, 31% bold coloured cabinets, 18% accent wall and 12% mosaic tile.
Tile trends
In regards to what bathroom tiles would be trending this year, 43% of Fixr’s survey participants thought that bold marble tiles would prove most popular. Meanwhile, bold repeating patterns (38%) and ceramic mosaics (32%) and wood look (16%) would be popular in bathrooms for 2021.
Smart bathrooms trends
When asked about smart features in the bathroom, 53% said touchless toilets would become important. Following that touchless faucets (50%), smart mirrors (35%), Bluetooth speakers (27%) and voice activated lighting (15%) would emerge as trends in this room.