It’s the centre of attention for your beauty maintenance, skincare routine, men’s grooming and oral hygiene – and deserving of a talking point in your bathroom makeover. Whether it’s serving as a stylish focal point or practical storage solution, there’s no question vanity units are the backbone of bathroom design, highlights Victoria Harrison, editor at home and design platform, Houzz.
She says given their functional versatility and statement-making potential, bathroom vanity units are a priority amongst revamps. In fact, Harrison says two-thirds of homeowners upgrade their basin during bathroom renovations, according to the 2024 Houzz UK Bathroom Trends Study.
From elevating your bathroom style to maximising storage space and surface area, these are the features trending in bathroom vanity units…. Contemporary style. “Perhaps unsurprisingly, outdated style is a top trigger for bathroom renovations,” underlines Harrison.
“Contemporary style has continued to lead as the go-to choice, and to achieve this look, bathroom designers are incorporating streamlined vanity unit features, such as flat-panelled doors and minimalist fixtures.”. Jo Sampson, design director at Absolute Project Management says: “Contemporary bathroom remodels are popular among clients and in many cases, vanity units are a key design feature – they maximise storage and complement both minimalist and bold contemporary schemes.
