10 Bathrooms with Stylish Countertop Basins
Not sure which style of washbasin to go with? Take a look at these stunning bathrooms for inspiration
A sure-fire way to add a design feature to your bathroom is to opt for a stylish countertop basin. But there are an overwhelming amount of shapes, materials and sizes to choose from, as well as base units and vanity options to decide on. To help you find inspiration, we’ve selected some washspaces that have been beautifully enhanced by countertop sinks.
Stick to straight lines
There are quite a few elements packed into this washspace, but the overall look is sleek and unfussy. To create such a streamlined feel, despite including two basins, a big vanity, a tall cupboard and a radiator, the designers have used the same shapes everywhere. Straight-lined furniture is aligned neatly, while two chic square sinks sit side by side on the vanity.
There are quite a few elements packed into this washspace, but the overall look is sleek and unfussy. To create such a streamlined feel, despite including two basins, a big vanity, a tall cupboard and a radiator, the designers have used the same shapes everywhere. Straight-lined furniture is aligned neatly, while two chic square sinks sit side by side on the vanity.
Go for a shelving system
Don’t fancy a bulky unit below your basin? Go for two shelves – one for the basin to sit on and the other for storage. Choosing shelves (or painting them) the same colour as the wall behind will enhance the feeling of space in your room.
Don’t fancy a bulky unit below your basin? Go for two shelves – one for the basin to sit on and the other for storage. Choosing shelves (or painting them) the same colour as the wall behind will enhance the feeling of space in your room.
Opt for freestanding
The beauty of a countertop basin is that you can put it on just about anything, as long as it’s sturdy enough. This freestanding cabinet is just the right size for two circular sinks, and the marble surface is strong, water-resistant and wipeable. The cupboards below help to hide the pipework, but if your unit is an open design just choose a wastepipe material that blends in with your scheme. Any good plumber can help you turn a cabinet into a vanity for your basin.
The beauty of a countertop basin is that you can put it on just about anything, as long as it’s sturdy enough. This freestanding cabinet is just the right size for two circular sinks, and the marble surface is strong, water-resistant and wipeable. The cupboards below help to hide the pipework, but if your unit is an open design just choose a wastepipe material that blends in with your scheme. Any good plumber can help you turn a cabinet into a vanity for your basin.
Pop the basin on a petite platform
After something super sleek and space-saving? This rectangular countertop basin sits on a compact, wall-mounted shelf that doesn’t dominate the room. The sink itself is shallow, which works well with the size of the ledge. The design is simple and unobtrusive, but there’s enough space either side of the sink to place necessary objects.
After something super sleek and space-saving? This rectangular countertop basin sits on a compact, wall-mounted shelf that doesn’t dominate the room. The sink itself is shallow, which works well with the size of the ledge. The design is simple and unobtrusive, but there’s enough space either side of the sink to place necessary objects.
Keep left
Rather than getting a central position, this stunning stone countertop basin was placed on one side of the vanity to provide plenty of room for a basket of hand towels. Another smart design move was opting for a floating vanity – it creates a sense of space by not cluttering up the floor.
Rather than getting a central position, this stunning stone countertop basin was placed on one side of the vanity to provide plenty of room for a basket of hand towels. Another smart design move was opting for a floating vanity – it creates a sense of space by not cluttering up the floor.
Make it monochrome
Contrast a bright white sink with a jet black vanity to create a chic monochrome look. By choosing a large sink that sits flush with the unit below, the designers have given the basin-vanity combo a boxy shape that replicates the mirror and shower door. A class act.
Contrast a bright white sink with a jet black vanity to create a chic monochrome look. By choosing a large sink that sits flush with the unit below, the designers have given the basin-vanity combo a boxy shape that replicates the mirror and shower door. A class act.
Tone it down
Want to make a simpler design statement then the one above? This space has been given a little dose of drama with a dark-toned countertop basin. A basin like this will usually come in a stone such as marble, with veining to add texture and interest. To highlight the sink, the designers have chosen a circular mirror to emphasise its curves.
Want to make a simpler design statement then the one above? This space has been given a little dose of drama with a dark-toned countertop basin. A basin like this will usually come in a stone such as marble, with veining to add texture and interest. To highlight the sink, the designers have chosen a circular mirror to emphasise its curves.
Add a backdrop
If you love the basin you’ve chosen and want it to really stand out, frame it with a statement background. Here, marble-effect tiles all over the walls behind do the job.
If you love the basin you’ve chosen and want it to really stand out, frame it with a statement background. Here, marble-effect tiles all over the walls behind do the job.
Choose a timeless trend
If you’re a fan of beautiful Crittall-style doors (we are – we’ve featured them twice here), you could replicate the look on your basin’s vanity. This extremely up-to-the-minute, yet classic, washroom features a black-framed shower door, as well as a metal-framed base unit for the sink. The large, marble basin is attached to the wall to ensure it stays in place, and the slick, black shapes below look simply stunning.
More ways to embrace the trend for sharp black lines
What do you think of these ideas for incorporating a countertop basin? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
If you’re a fan of beautiful Crittall-style doors (we are – we’ve featured them twice here), you could replicate the look on your basin’s vanity. This extremely up-to-the-minute, yet classic, washroom features a black-framed shower door, as well as a metal-framed base unit for the sink. The large, marble basin is attached to the wall to ensure it stays in place, and the slick, black shapes below look simply stunning.
More ways to embrace the trend for sharp black lines
What do you think of these ideas for incorporating a countertop basin? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
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Why have one when you can have two? It will certainly help ease the morning rush madness. Here, two simple circular countertop basins have been given pride of place on a long tiled ledge, which has plenty of space for lotions and potions that need to be kept close. The tiling is carried through to the shower wall for a cohesive look.
The owners have chosen to keep the space below the ledge clear, which gives the room an airy feel, but it would also work well with storage – a few attractive rattan baskets would look lovely.
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