Fruity flavours are available in bright oranges and yellows, but lime green just screams ‘refreshment’.
Refreshing design can mean various things – something new, original, or a little funky. Dornbracht’s geometric, angular Supernova collection covers all possible interpretations. While cubism plays with surfaces and corners and minimalism makes a subtle appearance, the main appeal is a chrome finishing which refracts the light and instantly brightens.
Just as natural water elements play a big part in relaxation, spring features hold their own in this section. Think ‘morning dew on fresh green grass and daffodils’ and you’ll be in the right frame of mind to create something zingy, zesty, and aesthetically exciting.
Hansgrohe’s combination waterfall-style shower makes for an invigorating experience like no other, and the barely-there glass casing allows water to be the centre of attention. The shallow pool means the sound of water splashing and trickling will be the soundtrack to your morning daydreams. In short, emulating nature’s sights and sounds is key. If you bear this in mind, you will be drawn to items that gradually stir, awaken your senses and revive, rather than jerk your mind and body from their comfort zones. Even cleverly placed LED lights are an option, as they can add a slightly surreal feel without seeming tacky. Choosing a colour that’s different but not too quirky, can brighten up the water and add to the overall ‘wake up’ feel of the bathroom. We all know that light affects our mood so an abundance of it before leaving the house will add an extra dose of positivity to our daily routine.
Slacking on the finer details can really detract from the overall look, but our selected brands don’t allow that to happen – Villeroy & Boch’s Jacuzzi jets mean you won’t doze off as their Ultimate Fitness Systems are especially designed to kickstart circulation and metabolism. Kohler’s multifunctional showerheads, meanwhile, make for an ultra refreshing experience as a mere twist can alter the spray from ‘super fine mist’ to ‘invigorating massage’.
Refreshing bathrooms need to feel like a splash of cool water, so don’t go overboard with chaotic patterns and complicated textures. Cool and calm mixed with bright and lively is the way to go.
