Looking Ahead – The Stonebaths 2023 Bathroom Forecasts

As the leading independent supplier of bathware to architects, designers and high-end developers in Australia and New Zealand, Stonebaths is well placed to understand buyer behaviour and, from this, forecast industry trends. Relating to materiality, colour and ethos, the latest predictions for 2023 reflect evolving attitudes towards the bathroom realm.

Stonebaths is seeing a return to the bold and natural in materials, with large slabs of concrete and solid surface marble coveted for their external connection and dynamic visual character. Exemplifying this approach, the richly pigmented and sustainably produced Stonebaths Toka Concrete range highlights a raw, natural materiality. Providing durable baths and basins with a strong tactile quality, the range is also resin-free and recyclable. Retaining favour, long, smooth benchtops and trough or ramp basins highlight complementary surfaces. To this end, the Stonebaths Hugi ramp basin can be customised, forming a sculptural counterpoint to its architectural envelope. In addition, the new Stonebaths range of marble surface benchtops, to be released later in the year, offers a robust and aesthetically versatile solution to high traffic areas, including commercial bathrooms.

Stonebaths is seeing a return to the bold and natural in materials, with large slabs of concrete and solid surface marble coveted for their external connection and dynamic visual character.

In terms of colour, Stonebaths anticipates the continuation of classic, romantic combinations and influences from the natural environment. Nature-inspired hues see soft pinks set alongside mossy greens and desert tones, paying homage to the landscape. The Stonebaths concrete range provides 14 colour options, 14 solid surface colours and 19 marble finishes, facilitating a wide range of experimentation with colour and allowing expressions of warmth, comfort and individuality.

These trends in materiality and colour are underpinned by the major Stonebaths forecast of an evolving ethos when it comes to bathroom design. Where once the bathroom was defined in terms of pure functionality, the contemporary approach emphasises its role as a place of luxury and retreat. Research has shown that people are spending more time at home and, in doing so, developing a greater appreciation for the value of quality bathroom fixtures. As a result, Stonebaths predicts that 2023 will see budgets for bathroom design increase. Custom solid surface benchtops are specified for their lavish, bespoke detailing, whilst oversized round baths in dark colours continue to be popular, celebrated for their strong association with self-care rituals.

In terms of colour, Stonebaths anticipates the continuation of classic, romantic combinations and influences from the natural environment.

As interior tastes and lifestyles change, Stonebaths is looking ahead and responding accordingly. Based on forecasted trends in materiality, colour and overall ethos, the company will be helping clients to create sophisticated, tranquil bathroom designs in 2023.