How to bring joy to your bathroom with Ca' Pietra
Bathrooms are a space often neglected in the home, designed more with functionality in mind. Through our collection of sumptously soft towels, plush bath mats, tactile rattan baskets and bins, and stylish bathroom accessories, we offer a multitude of ways to bring a little bit of joy into your bathroom and help it become more of a sanctuary. Other ways to make your bathroom feel like more of a joyful space include considering the colours, materials, lighting and tiles that you choose.
Ca’ Pietra are designers of trend-led tiles for your home and garden with new collections released throughout the seasons. Choose from chiselled limestone flagstones for kitchen floors to elegantly honed marble mosaics for bathroom walls. Ca’ Pietra is a place of curation, hunter-gatherers for Europe’s most meticulous makers from Britain to Italy and the tile ateliers of Spain.
We caught up with our friends at Ca ' Pietra to talk through their expert advice in designing a bathroom that is full of joy. Whether you're renovating your bathroom in full or simply looking to make a few simple updates, read on for their tips on how to use tiles, texture and colour to give your bathroom a new lease of life.
What does a joyful bathroom look like to you?
A joyful bathroom feels bright and inviting, setting the tone for a positive start and end to your day. Whether it’s a refreshing shower in the morning or a soothing soak at night, your bathroom should be a place where you can feel rejuvenated, relax and unwind.
If someone is designing a bathroom from scratch, how would you advise creating a joyful space?
Start by considering the overall look and feel you want to create with your bathroom. Does a tranquil, calming atmosphere bring you joy, or are you looking for a bold vibrant scheme to energise your bathroom? The choice depends on what makes you feel happiest — whether it's a serene retreat or a lively space that makes a statement.
What other ways could you bring joy into your bathroom without a big renovation?
Small changes can instantly lift the mood of a space. By adding thoughtful touches like colourful accessories, candles or plants you can create a welcoming, inviting atmosphere that brings a sense of joy. For an extra boost, consider introducing a tiled splashback to instantly elevate your sink area and add a burst of colour and character to your bathroom.
How do you recommend using different materials to create a joyful, harmonious bathroom?
Using a variety of materials and textures is key to create a harmonious bathroom. Incorporate soft towels, luxurious bath mats and textured fabrics to add warmth and comfort to your room. Wooden accents or rattan baskets can bring a natural, earthy feel, while mosaic or marble surfaces can create contrast and interest.
Would you recommend the use of any particular colours to bring joy into a bathroom, and how could a bathroom be joyful without the use of bold colours?
The colours you choose can really influence how you feel in a space, so it’s important to pick bathroom colours that reflect the mood you want to create. Warm neutrals, like beige and natural stone offer nourishment and comfort, making your bathroom feel cosy and welcoming. Blues evoke a sense of tranquillity helping to turn your bathroom into a peaceful retreat where you can relax and unwind. Meanwhile pink tones can add a playful, cheerful feel, creating a soft, inviting atmosphere that’s fresh and fun.
How can you use tiles in different ways to create a unique bathroom?
Tiles can transform your bathroom by adding colour, texture, and personality in unique ways. Try mixing two colours of metro or mosaic tiles to create stripes or stick to one colour and use mosaic tiles for texture.
These two bathrooms at Kin House in Wiltshire (shown throughout this article) have combined Ca’ Pietra Bamboo Porcelain Mosaic tiles in Blush, Verdigris and White to create two unique designs. Both spaces combined these with Long Island Marble Brick Honed Finish floor tiles for a refined and inviting look.
What little extras can make a bathroom feel extra special?
Small details and personal touches can really make a bathroom feel extra special. Consider adding a dado rail for a touch of elegance, or a unique marble vanity top to elevate your space. Experiment with different tile combinations to give your bathroom a distinctive feel and finish with personal accessories to create a welcoming, inviting atmosphere.
Discover more ways to bring joy into your bathroom with our towels and bathmats featuring colourful corded trim.
