12 Bathroom Design Trends That Are Going Out of Style in 2025

Jul 2

Thinking of updating your bathroom before selling your home? Or just want to stay on-trend? In 2025, several once-popular bathroom styles are officially on the way out. Whether you're a homeowner planning renovations or a seller preparing to list, here’s what to avoid—and what to consider instead.

1. All-Gray or All-White Bathrooms

These ultra-neutral bathrooms once felt sleek and modern, but now they come off as sterile and flat. Buyers are gravitating toward spaces with warmth—think natural tones, soft colors, and layered textures.

2. Glass-Block Windows

Once a go-to for privacy, glass blocks now feel dated. Replace them with frosted or textured glass panels, or consider installing a larger window for natural light paired with modern window treatments.

3. Laminate Vanities

Laminate countertops and cabinets don’t add value in today’s market. Upgrading to quartz, marble, or wood-tone finishes will leave a stronger impression and suggest quality to potential buyers.

4. Matte-Black Fixtures

This trendy finish has become overused. In 2025, we’re seeing a shift toward mixed metals, warm brass, and polished nickel that offer a more timeless, elevated look.

5. Low Vanities

If your vanity still sits below standard counter height, it’s time for an update. Taller vanities are not only more functional—they help modernize the entire room.

6. Frosted or Framed Shower Doors

Buyers now favor clean, open sightlines. Frameless clear glass doors make even small bathrooms feel more spacious and luxurious.

7. Chrome Fixtures

Chrome is affordable, but it’s losing ground to finishes that feel more curated. Swapping chrome for brushed nickel or aged brass can instantly refresh a space.

8. Glass Tile Accent Walls

Glass tiles are falling out of favor due to their dated, shiny appearance. Stone, ceramic, or textured tile in earthy tones is more on trend—and more appealing in listing photos.

9. Hollywood Vanity Lights

Those rows of exposed bulbs above the mirror? Out. Wall sconces on either side of the mirror or sleek backlit options offer better lighting and a more stylish vibe.

10. Tile Baseboards

Tiling up the wall used to be common in bathrooms—but modern buyers are looking for clean, intentional finishes. Go with traditional painted wood baseboards for a polished, updated look.

11. Tub/Shower Combos & Jetted Jacuzzi Tubs

Buyers today prefer walk-in showers or sleek freestanding tubs. Built-in combo tubs and whirlpools feel dated and often go unused.

12. Theme-Based Bathrooms

Bathrooms heavily styled around one theme (nautical, farmhouse, Tuscan, etc.) are no longer desirable. Neutral, spa-inspired designs with organic materials and subtle texture feel fresh and timeless.