Time to weigh in! Call this the year of the sculptural tub (although we did see some sleek showers, too). Whether it was in an airy cottage escape, rustic farmhouse or a seriously chic city home, these bathrooms struck a chord with us and our readers. Scroll down and vote for the best bathroom of 2020!
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January: A Cool Multimedia Bathroom
In art curator Pamela Meredith’s serene Victorian home , a freestanding wall — that separates the bed from the bathing area — is covered on one side and beneath the tub with patterned Moroccan tile in a soft pink hue.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home January 2020
Designer: Architecture by Superkül
February: A Contemporary Terrazzo Bathroom
A soaker tub is the focal point in the speckled tile corner of this century home ‘s principal bedroom. A sleek shelf displays products and fresh-cut flowers.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home February 2020
Designer: Architecture & Design by Jodi & Andrew Batay-Csorba
March: A Pattern-Filled Bathroom
A mid-century modern credenza turned vanity takes the spa-like feeling of this principal bathroom in an eclectic direction. Black fixtures pop against the marbled ceramic wall tile and pair perfectly with the black-rimmed glass shower surround.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home March 2020
Designer: Arren Williams; Architecture by Bldg Workshop
April: A Traditional Panelled Bathroom
Hits of black on the fixtures, side table and shower doors give the space dimension in the bathroom of this West End Montreal home .
Photographer: Maxime Desbiens
Source: House & Home April 2020
Designer: Grace Doyle, Melissa & Sacha Leclair, Leclair Decor
May: An Art Curator’s Contemporary Bathroom
In this two-storey condo ‘s principal bath, the shower and tub sit atop a glassed-off Corian-framed marble platform that forms its own separate space to get ready in the morning.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home May 2020
Designer: Daniel Harland, Roundabout Studio
June: A Rural Farmhouse Bathroom
The principal ensuite bathroom has a spa-like vibe and features warm metal accents in this bucolic Ancaster, Ontario farmhouse .
Photographer: Robin Stubbert
Source: House & Home June 2020
Designer: Susan Burns
July/August: An Airy Cottage Bathroom
The principal bathroom in this island weekend retreat is streamlined yet well-appointed, with a sculptural tub and tranquil views.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home July/August 2020
Designer: Danny Greenglass & Joe Brennan, Brennan Custom Homes
September: A Couture-Inspired Penthouse Bathroom
This 2,370-square-foot, three-bedroom penthouse apartment ‘s principal bathroom is enveloped in white porcelain outlined with black metal strip to resemble the seams of a couture dress.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home September 2020
Designer: Anne Hepfer
October: A Timeless Principal Ensuite
Wall-mounted brass fixtures were chosen in this principal ensuite because they’ll patinate over time. A large built-in niche offers lots of space for vignettes and display.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Source: House & Home October 2020
Designer: Shauna Walton
November: A Rustic Farmhouse Bathroom
A black and white palette and clear glass pendants are warmed up by a pale wood vanity in this Scandi-style heritage house owned by a family who raises goats.
Photographer: Robin Stubbert
Source: House & Home November 2020
Designer: Shannon Vosters
December: A Graphic Ensuite
In a three-story brick Edwardian in Toronto’s Roncesvalles neighborhood, white and pale wood in the principal bathroom help create a soothing atmosphere conducive to self-care.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home December 2020
Designer: Alison Milne