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and restorative, using subtle tonal combinations to create a calm and understated mood. The idea is to boost calm feelings and lower stress, making this trend the perfect bathroom environment to relax and unwind in after a long day. To achieve the ordic Cleanse look, incorporate rounded and curved forms into your decor. ayering textures, like placing towels over tiles, can look great. lants are key to bringing the benefits of green spaces indoors, such as trailing ivy and eucalyptus.


RECONNECT


Reconnect is a reaction to slow living, harnessing natural materials such as clay and terracotta to inspire a warm Moroccan style bathroom. Breey and


summery, Reconnect offers self-builders ideas and inspiration for an earthy at- home retreat. The trend has a traditional artisan feel, with carefully crafted ornaments and eco alternatives being central to accessorising the look. With environmental concerns front of mind, consumers are seeking to buy less, so good quality sustainable products that provide longevity are important here. Think beautiful amber glass or travertine refill bottles, woven jute, ratten or sisal for storage bags and baskets. When it comes to embracing this


trend, there are some essential styling tips to keep in mind. irst and foremost, incorporating dried owers, leaves, and grasses into your decor can effortlessly capture the essence of dry summer heat, infusing warmth and natural beauty into your living spaces. Also, consider using techniques like limewash effects, micro cement, or chalk paint to create a tactile backdrop for styling.


URBAN SANCTUARY inally, we have Urban Sanctuary, a look that embraces the Brutalist movement, mid-century modern style, and urbanisation. Bathrooms in this style are functional, and minimalistic and celebrate the use of industrial materials, powder coated steel and concrete composites.


The colour palette is inspired by the urban environment; a blend of cool matt greys is combined with a deep and soft mint green, bringing a fresh contemporary feel to the bathroom. Grids and lines are important for surface patterns here, which can come through in accessories, towels or tiling. Some of the tips to achieve this style include using functional accessories. Architecturally inspired fixtures and fittings such as thin metal framework that is slick, refined, and sculptural in form. Materials that can stand the test of time are important, such as concrete, speckled stone or terrao for a more contemporary look.


Sophie Weston is marketing manager at Geberit


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