Design a Spa-Like Bathroom at Home With These 31 Ideas

While it would be nice for every day to be a spa day, you can certainly bring the feeling of a luxe retreat into your home by intentionally designing your bathroom so that it's restful and elegant.

Below are 31 simple ways to add a soothing touch to your bathroom today.

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Fresh Eucalyptus

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Hanging fresh eucalyptus in the shower is a surefire way to evoke spa-like energy in the bathroom. The soothing smell will make you feel like you're relaxing somewhere nice and luxe, even if you're simply jumping in for a quick rinse before starting the work day.

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Open Shelving

Jay Adores

Spa-like bathrooms are nice and organized, even when they're short on square footage. Make the most of your loo's wall space by installing open shelving, which you can use to store essentials such as washcloths, hand towels, extra toilet paper, everyday skincare, and more.

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Touch of Terrazzo

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Add some style to your bathroom by opting to integrate a trending material, such as terrazzo, on the walls or countertops. It will make your space instantly look nice and chic.

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All-White Oasis

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An all-white color scheme is immediately calming and distraction-free, so it's an excellent choice for your spa-like bathroom. You can still work in some metallic and wooden accents, as seen here, to add some dimension,

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Aesthetic Dispensers

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Decant your soaps and lotions into aesthetically pleasing dispensers that you won't mind staring at as you get ready for the day. So long, boring plastic bottles!

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Multiple Mirrors

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Why not add more than one mirror to your bathroom for a little extra touch of glam? As a bonus, this will make your space feel more expansive and airy.

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Faux Tree

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If you're looking to fill an empty corner, consider placing a faux tree in a decorative basket in that area. There are many convincing-looking fake plant options on the market that will have you feel as though you're relaxing outdoors, in the best way possible.

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Potted Plants

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Smaller potted plants are a great idea, too. Again, you can choose to go faux here if you'd like. Place a few on your vanity or even on the ledges of your windows or bathtub if space allows.

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Minimalist Setup

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Keep your space as minimal as possible by cutting the clutter and storing as much as you can inside of your vanity. This will ensure that your bathroom is somewhere you actually want to spend time and doesn't feel dull and boring.

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Clean Lines

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Here's another example of a minimalist design approach in the bathroom. Note that minimalism doesn't have to be boring or devoid of personality—it's simply about opting for clean lines and parting ways with unnecessary accessories.

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Double Vanities

Design by Peltier Interiors / Photo by Mary Pat Collins

What's more luxurious than two separate vanities? If you share your bathroom with a partner, you'll be very appreciative of a setup that allows each person their own storage space for products and gives you a bit of room to spread out while getting ready.

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Towel Ladder

Sarah Sherman Samuel

A wooden ladder is so much nicer to look at than a standard towel rack. This light wooden one is majorly spa-like and brings organic texture into the space while also elegantly displaying your bath towels.

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Wooden Walls

Dorling Design Studio / Photo by Emily Kennedy

Additionally, a wooden wall like this one also evokes spa-like vibes and adds warmth to this otherwise all-white bathroom.

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Elegant Curtains

Design by Elizabeth Drake / Photo by Petra Ford

Consider adding curtains to your bathroom to enjoy more privacy at night and limit excessive sunlight during the day. Drapery is much more elevated than plain window blinds and will add a touch of elegance to the space.

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Wooden Tray

Jessie Tobias Design / Photo by Sarah Szwajkos

A wooden bathtub tray can come in handy whether you're bathing or not. Use it to hold bath products on a day-to-day basis, and when you're in the tub, place a drink or book on top of it so that you can access all of the essentials as you unwind.

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Earthy Tones

Design by Kim Duensing / Photo by Sarah Szwajkos

Stick to earthy colors when designing your spa-like bathroom. The wood walls and cabinetry in this space are contemporary-looking and sleek.

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Marble Accents

Design by Kim Duensing / Photo by Sarah Szwajkos

Additionally, don't forget to incorporate marble into your spa-like bathroom, be it on the floors, backsplash, or vanity to elevate the overall look.

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Vanity Setup

Design by Kristen Ennis / Photo by Abigail Jackson

Romanticize the art of putting on your making each day by creating a vanity station complete with a stool. Instead of standing in front of the mirror, enjoy sitting down and relaxing while you prepare for the morning ahead.

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Small Vases

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Place small vases on your sink or vanity top and fill them with seasonal clippings from your yard. This is an affordable way to elevate the everyday, and the fresh greenery will breathe major life into the bathroom.

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Curtained Off Tub

Threshold Design / Photo by Mel Willis

Even if you have a soaking tub, you may not always want to look at it, and with the help of curtains, you don't have to do so! These textured drapes add visual interest to the space in addition to being ultra-functional.

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Reading Nook

Louis Duncan-He

Set up a small reading nook in the bathroom so that you can set yourself up for an evening of unplugging—first in the bath, and then with a good book.

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Amenity Station

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Showcase all of your favorite bath and beauty products by arranging them neatly on a shelf, as seen here, to bring the spa-like environment home. You'll feel as though you're shopping at a boutique every time you reach for a new bottle.

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Soothing Wallpaper

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While most spa-like bathrooms are free of wallpaper, you can certainly install wall coverings if you wish. The key is selecting a pattern that is calming and contributes to a feeling of peacefulness. This wave-like design is a perfect choice.

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Small Rugs

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Lay down bathmats and rugs to warm up the floor and ensure that it doesn't get too slippery. With so many styles to choose from, it's easy to find a pick that reflects your aesthetic.

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Natural Art

Louis Duncan-He

Go ahead and hang some artwork in the bathroom if you wish. Nature-inspired pieces, such as this framed shell, are always crowd-pleasers and will allow you to subtly bring the outdoors inside.

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Soft Sheepskin

Erin Williamson Design

Who can resist a pop of sheepskin? Cover your vanity chair with a soft throw and enjoy the comfort and warmth it provides.

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Wetroom Setup

Desiree Burns Interiors

Wet rooms are quite popular at the moment and make it easy to seamlessly step from the bath to the shower as you please.

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Folded Towels

Desiree Burns Interiors

Spas always have plenty of clean towel options on hand. Display your own plush towels on a shelf at the base of your vanity so that they're easy to reach for as needed.

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Covered Trashcan

Desiree Burns Interiors

Conceal that pesky bathroom trash by purchasing a can that hides it all. A wicker option with a lid is both functional and charming.

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Fluted Glass

Desiree Burns Interiors

How gorgeous is this fluted shower glass? It adds the right amount of pattern and texture to the bathroom without dominating the space.

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Shower Shelf

Desiree Burns Interiors

Incorporating a built-in shelf within the shower will ensure that your shampoo bottles and other products appear a bit more organized.