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How can we help interior designers breathe new life into bathrooms?

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If you work as an interior designer, you will already know how important it is that you select just the right features for just the right areas of a given room you have been tasked with overhauling.

If that room on your current project happens to be a bathroom, you should be careful what mirror you choose for it. Far from merely a practical feature, this mirror can reflect natural light entering the bathroom — and consequently make this space look larger and brighter.

These positive visual effects can be amplified with a lit bathroom mirror, as it would add to the amount of light that can be bounced around the room. It would also bode well for you to go with a mirror specially designed for the specific bathroom where it will be fitted.

Walk-in Wardrobe Backlit Mirror – Rochelle Humes

Will the bathroom be getting refurbished or instead renovated?

Maybe your client wants to increase their property’s market value or update the bathroom’s look? You would be able to tick either box by refurbishing the space. This work can involve replacing the existing mirror with a newer piece closer in line with modern sensibilities.

Alternatively, the bathroom could be in a major state of disrepair. For example, perhaps the mirror’s glass has been cracked or even shattered?

In situations like those, you could help the client to select entirely new fixtures that would replace the existing damaged ones as part of renovation work. Naturally, this would be a great opportunity for the client to shake up the bathroom’s overall aesthetic rather than just restore functionality.

Custom edge-lit mirror with ornate black decorative frame

Why order bathroom mirrors in bespoke designs?

As an interior designer, you need to take both cosmetic and practical concerns into account. However, many bathroom features already available to buy readymade might not meet enough of the criteria that are important to the client.

Hence, the client may favour opting for custom-designed pieces instead. On your request, we can design and make bespoke mirrors that would fit straight into the client’s bathroom both physically and aesthetically.

Before you do ask us to provide you with any bespoke pieces, though, you will need to hold a consultation with your client. This will enable you to inform them of the options when it comes to size and shape, as well as what features can be included.

Introducing our prestigious Diamond X Bespoke service

With this service for trade customers such as interior designers and interior design studios, we are handed a carefully tailored brief and then work in line with its specifications.

For example, at our Wiltshire factory, we can handcraft you a lit bathroom mirror in a size proportionate to the space where the piece is set to be installed. For that mirror, you can also choose from various lighting styles — including LED dot patterns and 360 illuminated edges.

Are you keen to ask us any as-yet-unanswered questions about how our Diamond X Bespoke mirror service works? If so, you can reach out to us by ringing 07893 952 606 or by emailing [email protected].

Bathroom Design Trends For 2024

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In what can feel like an increasingly stressful and dangerous world, it is little wonder that many people are eager to treat their bathrooms as sanctuaries.

Whether you wish to overhaul or simply refresh your bathroom, you can imbue it with a wide array of timely touches — from eco-friendly elements to soothing tones. Here is a closer look at what we expect to be among the top bathroom trends for 2024.


Metallic mix

There is plenty of scope for creativity with the metal pieces you can mix and match. Those you choose can evoke your personality, with warm metals like copper and golds having been widely embraced.

Another appealing option is brass, especially when put at the heart of mosaic patterns. In creating these with tiles, you can give your bathroom a charmingly vintage feel.

Going big with tiling

Although they have long been mainly associated with commercial spaces, large-format tiles (classed as tiles measuring at least 800 by 800 mm) have more recently made their way to residential bathrooms as well.

In this setting, large-format tiles can come with fewer grout lines than what standard tiles would allow. You can anticipate giving your bathroom a crisper, more modern look that also proves easy to maintain with regular cleaning.

Free Woman with wineglass and flowers in bathtub Stock Photo


The ‘spathroom’

This portmanteau of ‘spa’ and ‘bathroom’ reflects the bathroom’s purpose as a place to unwind. Key to achieving the ‘spathroom’ look, feel, and ‘vibe’, is making sure all the senses are accounted for.

Just imagine running your fingers over smooth marble tiling as you shower, while listening to sounds of nature emanating from an audio system built into one of the bathroom walls.


Natural mystery

Quite possibly the best spa is the one run by Mother Nature. If you often feel mentally rejuvenated when spending time amid greenery, you could consider weaving such organic materials as timber and stone into your bathroom’s décor.

Natural materials are especially enchanting for their texture, which can add character to a room that would otherwise risk coming across as staid and clinical.


Curvaceous charm

Many parts of the bathroom — especially its shelves and cabinets — can lumber it with a surfeit of sharp angles. However, you can help to soften this harsh effect by adding a few curved fittings where practically possible — with curved mirrors being an excellent case in point.

You are welcome to stack up on curved mirrors from our online store’s product selection — including round and oval mirrors, as well as subtly pebble-shaped mirrors.

You could find that you realise the best aesthetic results for your bathroom by taking inspiration from the above bathroom trends for 2024 — and allowing your imagination to go off on a tangent. Feel free to peruse our website — and the range of bathroom mirrors we can deliver nationwide.

Give your bathroom a modern touch with a custom-designed mirror

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Considering how much time you are bound to spend in the bathroom, you could benefit immensely from fitting it out with elements that enhance both its style and functionality. In this spirit, you could seriously consider investing in an illuminated bathroom mirror.

Our website makes it easy for you to peruse a wide range of designs for such mirrors. However, what if none of those designs that you do see seem ‘just right’ for your particular bathroom?

In that case, you could arrange for us to provide you with a made-to-order mirror in a custom design.

Made-to-measure bathroom mirror with RGB colour-change lighting, digital clock and touch sensor controls. /bespoke-gallery


Why might you want a bespoke mirror?

We are proud of the many readymade mirrors we stock for the bathroom. However, we also acknowledge that bathrooms can be just as unique as the people who use them.

So, you shouldn’t be too concerned if, as you cast your eyes over our website’s high-definition photos of these mirrors, you reckon that many of them would clash too much with your bathroom’s existing décor. We would be able to hand-craft you a mirror in line with your aesthetic preferences.

We have equipped bathroom mirrors with a range of clever technological features. For example, some of the mirrors come with demister functionality for removing steam from glass, while others include a 240-volt socket to which electric shavers and toothbrushes can be connected.

Nonetheless, it can be a waste to ask for more from your bathroom mirror than what you currently need. For example, if you routinely recharge your electric shaver in the bedroom and don’t have an electric toothbrush, the above-mentioned socket could just be a superfluous added expense.

Metal framed backlit mirror in a custom shape with integrated touch sensor controls

What criteria would you like your bathroom mirror to meet?

If you have decided that you want an illuminated bathroom mirror, you are already covered with our team. Nonetheless, you might be very particular about what other features your bathroom mirror ought to have. Fortunately, when you turn to us, you are welcome to be fussy!

That’s because when you place an order with us for a bespoke mirror, you can take your pick from many different options in each of the following categories:

  • Size: We can craft you a mirror in any size up to 2.5m x 3.4m. We advise you to opt for dimensions that will leave the fitted mirror looking proportionate to the rest of the room.
  • Style: Would you like your mirror to be lit from the back or along the edges? You might be eager for the mirror to come in a particular colour or a glamorous ‘Hollywood’ design.
  • Special features: We can incorporate IP44 protection into your mirror to make it ‘splash-proof’, as well as engravings of names, patterns, and logos.

We even offer wholesale accounts for interior designers, enabling them to source illuminated bathroom mirrors in bulk at discounted prices. To enquire about any of our products or services, simply give us a ring on 07893 952 606.

On-trend organically shaped pebble mirrors.

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This year we are seeing a growing love of beautiful imperfection and refreshing authenticity in bathroom design and styling. Gone are the days of symmetrical spaces with perfectly shaped objects. Instead, we are moving to a place of comfort and injecting a sense of serenity and harmony into the room. This trend is very much inspired by the social directions of mindfulness, quality of life and enhancing the home environment.

Bespoke Illuminated mirror with walnut frame

Embracing the forms seen in the natural world, with many flowing lines and curves, one of the ways in which we see this styling trend taking shape in the bathroom is through pebble shaped, organic looking mirrors.

By their very function, bathrooms can sometimes appear a little sterile, so organic-shaped mirrors help create a striking focal point, and bring an understated and elegant, free-flowing asymmetrical design quality to the interior.

How to style with an organic shaped mirror:

Before embarking on any bathroom styling project, it is important to think about the bathroom interior design holistically, as there are many pebble shaped mirrors options, all providing a slightly different aesthetic. It is therefore a good idea to consider how you want your bathroom identity to look, before investing in a pebble style mirror.

Stripped back simplicity:

Frameless organic shaped mirrors softly finish off a pared back, effortless Scandinavian, or Minimalist bathroom. Combine with simple fixtures and fittings, clean lines, and subtle colour palettes. This look is unfussy, simple, and structured with a soft elegance and knowingly understated style. Less is more here, both in terms of colour and design.

Sculptural and stylish:

Acrylic edge-lit pebble mirror

Pebble shaped mirrors with acrylic edges offer a contemporary style which provides a sculptural, modern, and minimal style. They can be paired perfectly with sleek materials such as granite and marble and help create a break in the straight lines of the rest of the bathroom. Combine natural materials with high end finishes to complete the look. – Think polished concrete, floor to ceiling marble, and dark, statement furniture.

Introduce a pop of colour through the mirror frame edge, and thread the same hue through the rest of the room. – Be sure to repeat it at least three times within the bathroom to help balance and subliminally tie everything together visually for a harmonious design.

Go Boho

Mirrors with natural, timber edged frames work well for a warmer, bohemian styled bathroom. Pair with other nature inspired elements such as stoneware or bamboo for a tranquil scheme. Add an earthy colour palette of Olive green, Terracotta and Clay for a Bohemian vibe, or stick to calming off-whites and Greige for a Japandi theme. This trend works particularly well for eco-friendly or sustainable styling in bathrooms

Enhance with elegance:

Frosted edge-lit pebble mirror

Organic bathroom mirrors with frosted edging add a little sense of luxury to a naturally styled bathroom. They subtly finish off the mirror to create a refined frame that doesn’t draw attention too strongly and instead finishes off the room with elegance.

Having an illuminated frosted edge also makes a great contemporary alternative to heavier, metal frames.

Top tips for styling bathrooms with organic shaped mirrors:

  • Avoid combining this mirror type with harsh geometric prints, in favour of natural, organic shapes. Think about natural elements; the irregularity of mountains, rivers and seascapes and be inspired by these. Geometrics with hard lines are unlikely to sit well with a pebble shape. Instead, pair the soft, flowing lines of the mirror with accessories that have the same design principles such as asymmetrical, wavy curves. This will help coordinate the scheme and pull it all together.
  • Enhance the feeling of nature by hanging the organic styled mirror opposite a window to reflect the outside back into the room. Seeing greenery from the outdoors will highlight the natural elements in the room and help elevate well-being too. Mirrors are also a great way to bounce and reflect daylight back into the bathroom, too which can really help brighten the space.
  • Pair an irregular edged mirror with rounded or oval shaped basin and rounded taps. Friendly, soft, and understated design with rounded corners will tie the whole interior style together. Just one or two angled or hard lined objects are enough to cause a discord within an interior scheme, so favour softer lines to match your organic scheme.
  • Select mirrors with lighting already built in to draw attention and really add impact to a wall, as well as offering a practical lighting solution, too.
  • For a sleek and understated appeal, select a subtle, slimline mirror to finish off the bathroom.

How to wow with Worn Gold

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There has been a welcomed resurgence lately of the use of warm metals such as Copper, Bronze, and Gold, particularly within a bathroom environment. More recently, this trend has embraced the aesthetic of a little imperfection, to create understated and effortless style and opulence, through the appearance of Worn Gold.

This sense of glamour and luxury was previously mainly seen in boutique hotels, but you only have to look online to see that it has become a big trend within our homes – because who doesn’t want a hint of splendour?

Using Gold in the bathroom doesn’t necessarily mean that it will result in a traditional aesthetic; you can style a Worn Gold bathroom with classic, glamorous looks as well as an edgier, more modern industrial chic, through just a few tweaks to fixtures and fittings selections.

The main thing to remember is that Worn Gold has the effect of a patina to it which gives it the more rustic, lived-in look. This is key to creating a bathroom that exudes effortless warmth and sophistication.

So, if you’re looking for ways to re-style your bathroom from drab to fab with a Worn Gold vibe, here are our top tips to get the look. >>

Consider your colour palette

When planning your Worn gold bathroom, try to create a mood board that encompasses the styling and colour palette that you’d like to achieve. A few things to consider are whether you want Gold to be the main colour, or perhaps a highlight within the scheme.

Here are a few of our favourite Old Gold palette combinations for inspiration:

Dusky rose and olive green are soft and understated colours that create a light and natural combination. Add worn gold fixtures and fittings to this palette to style a premium look and feel. 

For a more industrial take on the trend, adding deep, saturated colours such as navy or charcoal will complement the gold in the room and make it pop.

Alternatively, fresh white and stoneware such as white/neutral marble and granite can give a more subtle backdrop to Worn Gold.

Be bold with brassware

Brushed brass or gold effect taps, and shower heads are a sure-fire way of pulling in a hint of refined luxury to elevate your bathroom and create a worn gold bathroom scheme.

Updating other fixtures and fittings such as furniture door and drawer handles to tie in, will help create a coordinated, seamless aesthetic that easily hangs together, and is a great way to ensure that any existing cabinets align with your new look.

Top Tip! >> Leave the super-shiny, highly polished brassware for another scheme, and instead look for brushed and matte finishes for a raw aesthetic.

Add wow factor to your walls and floors

The right wall and floor coverings can help ground an interior scheme. Since they affect the largest expanse of space in a bathroom, they are one of the key decisions to make when it comes to directing the interior design.

If you enjoy pattern, add a feminine flourish to your worn gold scheme by selecting an opulent wallpaper in a bold print. Enlarged botanicals with metallic gold in are a great way to thread the colour palette through the room and will create a vibrant, maximalist scheme.

Top tip >> When selecting a bolder print, it’s important to consider whether you want to create a feature wall or if it’s a design you’d like to envelope the whole room with. Busy prints are best used in small doses, whereas less detailed designs can more easily be used in the whole room, regardless of print size.

In contrast, abstract and geometric designs can offer interest in a sleek and modern scheme.

Top tip >> When wallpapering a bathroom, use decorators varnish to seal it and make it splash-proof, or better still, choose one that’s suitable for scrubbing/wiping down.

To wholly embrace the worn look and feel, consider selecting Worn gold bathroom tiles like these by Crown. To get the maximum realistic patina effect of this tile, it is worth covering a large expanse of space.

Aged-gold effect travertine tiles are a good option for a worn looking floor, or for smaller budgets, a similar look can also be achieved with lino.

Illuminate the room  

When considering lighting for your Worn Gold bathroom, continue the brushed or worn brass effect through to your lighting selections.

Where space allows, brushed metal wall sconces make a great style statement. Team with white gloss shades for an elegant, Scandi style.

For an industrial style bathroom, worn gold metal wall lights paired with charcoal and other darker hues can provide an edgier, more modern feel.

Top tip >> To enhance the golden glow, choose warm white lighting instead of cooler, blue light which can leave a space feeling more clinical and less welcoming.

Fabulous finishing touches

An effective way of instantly enhancing a Worn Gold styled bathroom is with a few finishing flourishes such as mirrors and accessories.

Neutral towels with texture such as waffle weaves and seer sucker styles work well with worn gold and will contrast nicely.

Darker colours pair nicely with Gold and can really add drama to a space.

Brushed brass bathroom accessories are a great way to continue the theme and finish it all off. It is well worth paying attention to small details such as the pump and any other brassware on the accessories, to ensure that the scheme ties in tonally and that the metals all sit well together.

Mirrors with matte gold or brushed gold edges can really level up a bathroom, amplify a scheme and are often the key ingredient in grounding and combining an aesthetic.

For a stronger reference to the gold scheme, select mirrors with larger frames where the gold effect is more prominent, and for more subtle, modern takes on the look, choose mirrors with thinner gold frames to pull the interior together in an understated and elegant way.