The hottest bathroom trends

There are multiple reasons homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill North Carolina want to renovate their bathrooms.  Many are tired of a bath that they use daily that is dingy, out-of-date, and boring.  Others are tired of having to fix leaks, eliminate mold and address other maintenance issues.  Regardless of the reasons, most homeowners located in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill renovate their baths to improve how they look, how they function and how they can improve the lives of their family. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the latest trends in bathroom design, aesthetics and functionality helps to ensure that an investment in a new bath can withstand the test of time and. Perform and deliver daily experiences that homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill expect and deserve.


A recent survey of more than 60 prominent designers by FIXR, revealed the following:

  • Improved functionality and look are the primary reasons homeowners decide to renovate their bathrooms.
  • Half of survey respondents claim that wood-look and natural materials will be dominant trends for the remainder of 2023.
  • Shower systems are the most in-demand feature in bathroom renovations.
  • Nearly 75% of respondents state that homeowners are willing to invest more in a bathroom to achieve their desired goals.


Bathrooms that not only provide functional excellence but also look great are almost assured to increase the value of homes in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. That’s why bathroom renovations provide a high return on investment over time. 


We find that natural materials are popular with homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill for their new bathrooms.  The materials may include stone, wood, and metals available in a multitude of colors, shapes, and textures. Equally attractive and on trend are backlit mirrors that glow around the perimeter, providing ambient light for the space. Almost all backlit mirrors offer antifog, magnification, and different light settings that make applying makeup, shaving, or grooming for a day or night on the town a pleasure.


Patterned and texture tiles and wall coverings are additional hot trends in bathroom design and aesthetics.  For homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, patterned and textured tiles and wall coverings provide interest and dimension to the bath. 


Other popular bath trends include:

  • Oversized tiles
  • Wallpaper
  • Black accents and plumbing fixtures
  • Colorful palettes, especially in the shower and with vanities
  • Freestanding vanity sinks


What trends will deliver dream experiences for your new bath, create a return on investment and withstand the test of time?   Give us a call at 919-415-1978 or make an appointment to visit our showroom at 7072 NC HWY 751 Suite 108 in Durham, NC and let’s discuss the trends that can make your bath the envy of the neighborhood.

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