Bathrooms and saunas at the Loviisa Housing Fair: Discover 8 emerging trends
1. Striking tiles
Eco-friendly ceramic tiles that mimic stone and marble patterns offer durability, as natural and pure mineral ceramic tiles last for years. White and brown shades complement minimalist bathing spaces.
Uniform stone-effect tiles on the floors and walls, combined with a large mirror, create a luxurious ambiance. The greenish sink cabinet seamlessly blends with the wall tones. An illuminated, large round mirror serves as a striking and practical detail. Eterna mix beige tiles by Värisilmä, sink cabinets, faucets, shower wall, and mirror by Iconic Nordic Rooms, Sanka. Interior design by Dima Latvalahti. Site 19 Queen’s Pearl helmi (“Queen’s Pearl”).
A glossy, vertically laid tile wall reflects light and enlivens a light-colored bathroom. Svedbergs’ Barb bathtub is prominently placed. Wall and floor tiles by RTV; wooden stool by Cobello. Interior design by Kia Design. Site 23 Linnatuuli (“Castle Wind”).
Bathrooms are embracing a spa-like ambiance, leading to a resurgence of bathtubs.
2. Veneer surfaces
The vibrant veneer surfaces of the bathroom furniture stand out against uniform tiling. Light wood shades are currently the most popular in bathroom furniture, although dark brown is gradually making its way into Finnish bathrooms.
An elongated space has been transformed into a luxurious bathroom with a bathtub at the end. The curved shape of the mirrors is back in vogue. The wall surface is elegantly divided with Caisla tiles. The wall-mounted sink cabinets are oak veneer by Arkkikaluste. Composite tops and faucets by Gessi. Mirrors by Lasitehdas. D-Neo bathtub by Duravit. Interior design by Johanna Hernesniemi. Site 13 Villa Kruunu (“Villa Crown”).
Storage space has been maximized by placing tall cabinets at both ends of the sink furniture. Veneer cabinet by Mirror Line. Stone composite countertop basin Slope by Tervastaso. Faucet by Tapwell. Tiles by Pukkila. Site 14 Ledvance.
Spruce-clad walls and a ceramic sink make a handsome combination. The walls feature board-patterned HVL wall panels by Hollolan viilu ja laminaatti. The large sink and tops crafted by Louhi Stones. Chrome faucet by Axor. Wall-mounted toilet is Laufen Kartell 490. Interior design by Laura Seppänen. Site 20 Villa Havu (“Villa Conifer”).
3. Sink models
Minimalist dual sink countertops are more popular at this fair than vessel sinks. A stylish beige top offers an alternative to white sink countertops. Black is a favored color for round and oval vessel sinks, and domestic wood composite vessel sinks are gaining popularity.
A uniform dark color scheme creates an atmospheric bathroom. Svedbergs’ slat-surfaced Epos sink cabinet, black Stora vessel sink, and Epos Laurent countertop by RTV. Lighted mirror by Petra Kitchens. Interior design by Kia Design. Site 23 Linnatuuli (“Castle Wind”).
The Moroccan floor tile patterns complement the brown shade of the wall-mounted toilet. The Finnish toilet and sink made from wood composite are by Woodio. Sink cabinet by Mirror Line. Floor tiles by Värisilmä. Interior design by Maria Pennanen. Site 10 Villa Kuningatar (“Villa Queen”).
4. Elegant faucets
Brass and bronze-toned faucets add gleaming highlights to bathrooms, while graphic black faucets remain popular. Many interior designers are now opting for white faucets.
The surfaces of this ultra-minimalist bathroom are crafted from easy-care microcement. Gray and black create an effective color pairing. Shower by Tapwell. Site 10 Villa Kuningatar (“Villa Queen”).
5. Sauna bench designs
Saunas feature low, box-like bench structures that often lack rails. The clear lines of sturdy rail-free benches stand out in small spaces, with uniform floor tiles covering the sauna and shower area floors.
Large windows characteristic of the site extend into the sauna, offering a rocky view. Low steps provide easy access to the benches. The sauna is separated from the shower area by a clear glass wall and door. All wooden surfaces are made from spruce, by Sauna Manager. Sauna stove by Harvia. The floor is ceramic tile, by LPC Temple Crema. Interior design by Laura Seppänen. Site 20 Villa Havu (“Villa Conifer”).
6. Natural tones
Saunas favor naturally light wood tones, with heat-treated aspen being a perennial favorite. A cozy dark sauna is a natural choice in spaces where the predominant interior color is black.
Sauna panels of varying widths create a three-dimensional effect in a small sauna. Wall panels and benches are made of alder, by Sun-sauna. Sauna stove by Harvia. Washroom tiles by Cello. Shower by Tapwell. Interior design by Anne Melender. Site 4 Pikku Maininki.
The trendiest bench solution in saunas is rail-free and without a backrest.
7. Innovative lighting
Lighting plays a crucial role in dark saunas, where energy-efficient, smart LED solutions are employed. Temperature-adjustable lighting can highlight wall surfaces and create varied atmospheres.
8. Rhythmic panels
Combining wide bench wood with slat panels creates a dynamic ensemble. Wide planks made from glued boards are a popular bench material. The space is enhanced by mixing dark and light sauna panels.
The black slat panel contrasts sharply with the light benches. The slat surface is accentuated by light from the side window. The horizontal surfaces are heat-treated aspen. The sauna section is a darker, calming space compared to other areas. Interior design by Anna Segerstråle-Garmsiry. Site 15 Queen’s Stone.
