5 predicted NZ bathroom trends for 2025

If you’ve read the other articles in this series on NZ home trends for 2025, you’ll have realised that eco-friendliness is a running theme. Whether it’s your bathroom, kitchen or utility rooms, expect to see a continued emphasis on sustainability when it comes to NZ properties in 2025.

Thinking about upgrading your bathroom for 2025? Here are a few key updates to consider:

• Water-efficient fixtures: Consider upgrading to water-saving taps, showerheads, and toilets. Choosing products with high water efficiency ratings will appeal to eco-conscious buyers and help reduce water bills—an attractive feature in today’s economy. Look for items that meet the Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS) to ensure they meet high standards.
• Smart shower technology: Adding a smart shower system can enhance both the functionality and luxury of your bathroom. These systems allow for precise temperature control, water flow adjustments, and even energy-saving features, making them an eco-friendly and modern addition.
• Energy-efficient lighting: LED lights are a smart, energy-saving choice that can brighten up your bathroom without driving up electricity costs. They last longer, use less energy, and can give your bathroom a clean, modern feel, all while contributing to your home’s overall eco-friendly appeal.

By making these upgrades, you’ll not only modernise your bathroom but also appeal to buyers looking for energy and water-efficient solutions in their future home.

If you read our article on predicted NZ kitchen trends for 2025, you’ll have seen that kitchens are taking a turn towards the traditional in terms of style and aesthetics, and the same is true for bathrooms.

This includes a noticeable shift back to more time-honoured bathroom designs, with an emphasis on arts and crafts influences and regal interiors. This trend includes features like claw-foot freestanding baths and classic-style tapware. People are increasingly drawn to timeless elements such as wood vanities, mosaic tiles, and decorative wall panelling that will stand the test of time.

In 2025, add warmth and sophistication to your interior with brass and copper. The trend toward raw brass and brushed brass brings subtle, natural tones that infuse your space with creativity and charm. While neutral tones will always have their place in Kiwi bathrooms, 2025 is set to embrace striking colours and textured finishes. Bold shades like deep blues, emerald greens, and matte black fixtures will bring depth and personality to your bathroom.

While your bathroom might not seem the most obvious place for artwork, bringing some creativity into this space is becoming more and more popular. Again, this is all about creating a calming and tranquil haven where you really enjoy being.

Kiwi homeowners now seek to make their bathrooms reflect their personality as other areas of the home, creating spaces that evoke energy, calm, whimsy, or serenity.

Just remember, when choosing artwork for your bathroom, avoid anything too valuable or delicate, as the moisture and humidity of the space could damage it. Thrifted pieces can be a great option to fill your walls with character without spending a lot.