Bathroom Ideas: Dark Domain

Have you ever been seduced by darker colours when planning a home makeover? Let us take you on a journey to a bathroom far, far away from any you’ve previously imagined with our latest guide.

One trend that has caught our attention in recent times is the use of darker shades to create a moodier and more atmospheric bathroom setting. However, “turning to the dark side”, is fraught with pitfalls and potential issues. If done badly, you could end up turning a once warm and welcoming space into one that is straight out of a Hammer horror film!

Thankfully, we’ve put our best people on the case, to help you create an on-trend bathroom that is deliciously dark and delightful. Get the “Dark Domain” look!

What is the "Dark Domain" look?

Appealing to the more discerning type of person, Dark Domain is all about creating a place to retreat to, where one can enjoy the finer things in life and indulge in some well-earned rest and relaxation. The style is high-end and designer, reflecting the care and attention which the owner would take with everything they own.

The "dark" element reflects a shift towards darker colour schemes and the use of luxury materials such as wood or stone, creating a more mysterious feel with a nod to retro designs. Indeed, it is a return to a more refined look, harking back to those classic eras in interior design. We're thinking Don Draper's apartment in Madmen, but with contemporary furnishings.

When it comes to a resting and relaxing retreat, what better place to begin than the bathroom?

Dark Domain bathroom

Offering the perfect antidote to a busy home, the Dark Domain bathroom is yours to enjoy during your downtime.

Fitting with this theme, we’d recommend the following products.

Shower

To make the best use of your space and provide that luxury, high-end look and feel, opt for an open-plan wet room. The Nova 1400 x 800 Wet Room pack gives you a stylish glass partition, keeping water out but allowing light in. The Cruze thermostatic triple shower valve shower set gives you the option to switch between an overhead shower and a versatile handset.

Bathroom suite

Choose a contemporary bathroom suite with clean lines and simple shapes to complement the look. A wall hung toilet, conceals your cistern and helps keep your floor space clear. A grey countertop basin, like the Arezzo Stone Dusk Grey Oval Counter Top Basin will give the feel of a designer hotel bathroom.

To complement your countertop basin, a high rise basin mixer tap will produce a sleek and minimalist appearance.

Tiles

Don't be afraid to go as dark as you like with your tiles. Create large expanses by using stone effect tiles, such as Bromo Dark Grey Stone Effect Wall Tiles 

Heating

Whilst you’ll want your Dark Domain bathroom to look cool, you’ll definitely want it to feel warm, especially in the depths of winter. A stylish towel heater, like the Milan Heated Towel Rail, is the perfect choice, striking a balance between form and function.

Key elements for your Dark Domain bathroom:

• A minimalist, uncluttered look — don't drown the room with objects
• Dark, moody tones — blacks, browns, dark greys, all work well
• Large flat surfaces — no matter how compact your bathroom is, this will increase the feeling of space
• Functionality — don't lose sight of the fact your bathroom needs to serve a basic purpose
• Open storage — Rather than closed cabinets, keep everything to hand with shelving or units without doors
• Manly materials — Think chunky woods, stone or concrete surfaces
• Clean lines — Keep things contemporary and ensure designs aren't fussy or ornate
• Industrial — No dark bathroom would be complete without the odd industrial accessory here and there

Get the Look

If this style isn’t quite what you’re after, you’ll find plenty more style guides right here at Victorian Plumbing. To browse all our style guides and “Get the Look” that’s right for you, check out our blog page and buying guides for all the inspiration you need.