Bathroom Design
Give a Little Glitz for the Bath
Houzz Gift Guide 2010: What to Give Your Spa-Loving Friends
Everyone deserves to have a bathroom where they can take a deep breath, exhale, and say "Calgon, Take Me Away!" We've amassed all of the hottest bathroom accessories that will spruce up even the smallest and most tired looking bathrooms out there, to help transform them into rooms that feels more like a spa. There's no need for functional items to look ho-hum; we've even found a toilet plunger that looks like it belongs in a museum!
We'd love your great gift finds, too. Add a link to your best idea for the perfect gift for the bathroom in the comments section and tell us why you love it. The Houzz member with most creative idea wins a $50 gift card to Pottery Barn. Be sure to come back tomorrow for our next guide to the most stylish gifts of the season.
We'd love your great gift finds, too. Add a link to your best idea for the perfect gift for the bathroom in the comments section and tell us why you love it. The Houzz member with most creative idea wins a $50 gift card to Pottery Barn. Be sure to come back tomorrow for our next guide to the most stylish gifts of the season.
Contemporary Bath And Spa Accessories
Houzz friend, photographer, mad D.I.Y.-er and author of Asiz's Child, Ali says "Kontextur's Viktor toothbrush/razor holders add a bit of luxury to one of the most used rooms in the house."
Available in 18k gold, real silver, and black nickel
Created for the bath (toothbrushes and razors) but equally usable anywhere in the home, i.e. desk
$70.00
Available in 18k gold, real silver, and black nickel
Created for the bath (toothbrushes and razors) but equally usable anywhere in the home, i.e. desk
$70.00
Black River Stone Mat
Made from river stones, this bathmat massages the feet, and adds the natural element of rocks to the bathroom. Let your giftee toss out that moldy old rubber-backed mat and replace it with smooth stones.
20"W x 29.5"L
$59.00
20"W x 29.5"L
$59.00
Crown Ring Holder
A safe place to store rings while bathing or washing hands is crucial. This little crown-shaped silver ring holder is at once whimsical and elegant, which is always a good combination.
Silver-plated crown with crystal accents has a post to hold treasured rings.
3.875"Dia. x 3"T.
$55.00
Silver-plated crown with crystal accents has a post to hold treasured rings.
3.875"Dia. x 3"T.
$55.00
XLarge Coffee Sack Basket Black Swiss Cross by BrinandNohl
Houzz friend Linda, author of the blog Restyled Home, picked these because "I want to gift these to myself! They would look great in my spare bathroom!"
Burlap (sourced from our local coffee house) & 100% Natural Cotton Canvas Lining
10"H x 11" W x 12" L
$39.99
Burlap (sourced from our local coffee house) & 100% Natural Cotton Canvas Lining
10"H x 11" W x 12" L
$39.99
Mercury Glass Candleholder
At first glance you might think these mercury glass candleholders are strictly for the dining room, but they can add some deco style and relaxing light to a long soak in the tub.
Handmade in India
Dimensions:
Large Overall: 22"H X 6 1/2" Diameter
Medium Overall: 16"H X 5 1/2" Diameter
Small Overall: 8 1/4"H X 5" Diameter
Prices:
Small $15
Medium $35
Large $45
Handmade in India
Dimensions:
Large Overall: 22"H X 6 1/2" Diameter
Medium Overall: 16"H X 5 1/2" Diameter
Small Overall: 8 1/4"H X 5" Diameter
Prices:
Small $15
Medium $35
Large $45
The Art Institute of Chicago Tower Fountain
No longer will your giftee have to keep the toilet running to hear a tranquil splash. This stone tower fountain adds calming white noise to the bathroom.
Hand-molded granite and resin with a black finish.
Electric powered pump
6 1/2" x 7 1/2" x 6 1/2"
$50
Hand-molded granite and resin with a black finish.
Electric powered pump
6 1/2" x 7 1/2" x 6 1/2"
$50
ShopSCAD Fizzing Bath Bombs
Climbing into a bath fizzing from this bath bomb is like dropping your entire body into a vat of Alka Seltzer. That's a good thing!
Designed by Kate Calloway Bethel
Includes six bath bombs; four scents to choose from.
$16 for a set of six
Designed by Kate Calloway Bethel
Includes six bath bombs; four scents to choose from.
$16 for a set of six
Asian
Do small typical bathmats with rubber backing make you fear it won't be long before you wind up with a matching toilet seat cover? Pick up this bacteria, mildew, and most important, "kountry krafts"-resistant cypress Japanese wood mat instead.
Hinoki cypress is bacteria-, rot- and mildew-resistant, and withstands humidity.
The raised slats of this Bath Mat ensure efficient drainage, while the grooved surface provides traction.
H .75" W 29.5" D 21.25"
bath mat $85.00
Hinoki cypress is bacteria-, rot- and mildew-resistant, and withstands humidity.
The raised slats of this Bath Mat ensure efficient drainage, while the grooved surface provides traction.
H .75" W 29.5" D 21.25"
bath mat $85.00
Extra Pure Liquid Soap: Fragrance Free | Pieces
Don't let plastic liquid soap bottles junk up otherwise perfectly beautiful counters. These glass soap dispensers will add subtle French flair and fragrance to the bathroom and kitchen.
Extra Pure Liquid Soap
Fragrance Free Available
16.9 oz V
Glass pump bottle
Made from traditional Marseille soap with Palm Oil
$24.00
Extra Pure Liquid Soap
Fragrance Free Available
16.9 oz V
Glass pump bottle
Made from traditional Marseille soap with Palm Oil
$24.00
Mosaic Mirror Boxes
This glamtastic mirrored box from West Elm can help corral jewelry or conceal unsightly bathroom supplies like Q-tips while reflecting light and adding some shine to your bathroom.
Solid Wood and Glass
Rectangular Box: 8.5"w x 3.25"d x 2.25"h.
Rectangular Box (shown) is $29
Solid Wood and Glass
Rectangular Box: 8.5"w x 3.25"d x 2.25"h.
Rectangular Box (shown) is $29
Crete Alabaster Soap Dish + Dispenser
Nothing, absolutely nothing, could be more elegant than hand-carved alabaster in the bathroom. Friends don't let friends leave out cheap liquid soap dispensers – let them stash those under the sink and show off these beautiful soap holders instead.
Hand Carved Alabaster
Made in Italy
2" tall and 5" wide
$95.00
Hand Carved Alabaster
Made in Italy
2" tall and 5" wide
$95.00
Boatwood Mirror
I posted a picture of a frame from this same company awhile back, and Houzz users were clamoring to find one for themselves. This mirror's frame is made from wood that has been reclaimed from old Thai boats and will give any room cheerful coastal charm.
19"W x 25.5"H
$198.00
19"W x 25.5"H
$198.00
Paper Pot Tissue Holder
Houzz team member Kathy says, "During this cold, sniffly season, be kind to your nose and the noses of your guests, without adding the eyesore of a Kleenox box to your room. This cute little tissue paper holder is both stylish and highly functional, especially this time of the year."
Comes in an array of bright cheerful colors, plus black and white.
W6.8" x H6.7"
center tube: W6.2"xD1.2"
$40.00
Comes in an array of bright cheerful colors, plus black and white.
W6.8" x H6.7"
center tube: W6.2"xD1.2"
$40.00
Traditional Towel Warmer
What could be more luxurious than stepping out of the tub or shower on a chilly day and having a freshly warmed towel waiting for you? This rack can be mounted to the wall to save space if necessary, and can dry a damp towel as well.
Chrome finish
Illuminated on/off switch
7' power cord; plugs into standard electrical outlet
Minimal assembly required
Wall Mount: 21"W x 3-3/4"D x 32-1/2"H
Freestanding: 21"W x 6-1/4"D x 34"H
$129.00
Chrome finish
Illuminated on/off switch
7' power cord; plugs into standard electrical outlet
Minimal assembly required
Wall Mount: 21"W x 3-3/4"D x 32-1/2"H
Freestanding: 21"W x 6-1/4"D x 34"H
$129.00
Claus Porto Morning Glory Liquid Soap
Houzz Contributor and creator of Design in a Bag Rebekah Zaveloff says says "this is one of my favorite liquid soaps – and the package design is great too!"
400ml | 13.5 oz.
€ 16,80
400ml | 13.5 oz.
€ 16,80
Kosta Boda Atoll Votive - Dark Turquoise
This beautiful glass votive recalls the relaxing coast and stands out as a piece of art rather than a dust-gathering tchotchke. If turquoise is not your giftee's favorite color, there are many other gorgeous colors of glass to choose from.
W: 4 3/8"
$40.00
W: 4 3/8"
$40.00
Hands Free Soap Dispenser
Have you ever stood in front of the automated soap dispenser in the airport restroom, feeling stupid as nothing comes out? You will not feel that way with this fabulous little at-home automated dispenser. It doles out the perfect amount of soap, and you can see when it needs a refill right on the front!
$39.95
$39.95
Reed Diffuser Set - Winter Berry
Houzz Contributor and creator of Design in a Bag, Rebekah Zaveloff says, "You know how room diffusers often don’t work? I just found a few at Target that are wonderful, smell great and actually work! I have one from Bella by Illume in Vanilla Amber and it's delicious. The glass jar is prettier than most with a cool pattern on the glass. Target seems to be out of stock online – but they had them in the store."
Glass, Paraffin Wax
Includes: Diffuser Oil, Reeds, Diffuser Bottle
10.5" length x 3.2" width x 3.2" height
Glass, Paraffin Wax
Includes: Diffuser Oil, Reeds, Diffuser Bottle
10.5" length x 3.2" width x 3.2" height
Newbury Plunger
There is nothing more unsightly in the restroom than a plunger, but where the heck are you supposed to keep it? This beautiful chrome canister hides Mr. Plunger. Follow the link and there are matching canisters for Mr. Toilet Brush and Ms. T.P. as well!
Made of zinc and stainless steel In polished chrome, polished nickel, satin nickel and oil-rubbed bronze
7" diam., 21"H
$109.00
Made of zinc and stainless steel In polished chrome, polished nickel, satin nickel and oil-rubbed bronze
7" diam., 21"H
$109.00
Modern
Who knew a bathroom wastebasket could be so fabulous? A lacquer finish and an array of colors takes a ho-hum object to Glamtown. Comes in a variety of colors, and you can opt to pick up matching bathroom accessories that go with it.
• 6.25" long x 9.25" wide x 10" high
• Hand Poured Lacquer
Color Turq Lime Brown Black White
wastebasket $48.00
• 6.25" long x 9.25" wide x 10" high
• Hand Poured Lacquer
Color Turq Lime Brown Black White
wastebasket $48.00
Michael Aram - Pomegranate Double Nut Bowl
Techinically this is a serving bowl for nuts, but it would look so beautiful on the counter in a powder room or master bathroom. It's perfect for corralling jewelry, or for use as a soapdish.
Stainless steel and oxidized bronze
8¾"L
$99.00
Stainless steel and oxidized bronze
8¾"L
$99.00
Conair Chrome Lighted Makeup Mirror on Pedestal
We love when a product is stylish and functional. This tabletop lighted mirror looks lovely on the dressing table and gives her the perfect light so she can put on her face.
Chrome Lighted Makeup Mirror on Pedestal
Double sided 1x and 5x magnification
Circular lighting
Battery operated
Chrome finish
$14.98
Chrome Lighted Makeup Mirror on Pedestal
Double sided 1x and 5x magnification
Circular lighting
Battery operated
Chrome finish
$14.98
Simrin Block Print Dish Towels
Houzz Contributor and creator of Design in a Bag Rebekah Zaveloff likes to think outside of the kitchen for these exotic block print towels "Tea Towels – that’s what my husband’s family is famous for. We have a huge collection!" These are perfect to leave out as hand towels for a pop of print and color on a towel bar.
Made of 100% cotton and available in 6 different colors and patterns.
20" x 28"
$12.00 each
Made of 100% cotton and available in 6 different colors and patterns.
20" x 28"
$12.00 each
Sofia Towel Bar
This gift idea is pretty specific, but if your giftee's bathroom is seriously lacking in towel bars or if you've noticed his is falling apart, this design is ingenious! It has the space to spread out that damp towel over the bar, while also offering two hooks for hanging dry towels, smaller towels and washcloths, a robe, a loofah – whatever they need!
Die-cast of brass
Oval backplate with slotted screws
Hand-applied finish; sealed with a protective lacquer for moisture resistance.
Mounting hardware included.
Two Sizes Available:
19" wide x 4.5" deep x 5" high (18" bar; $39.99)
24.5" wide x 4.5" deep x 5" high (24" bar, $49.99
Die-cast of brass
Oval backplate with slotted screws
Hand-applied finish; sealed with a protective lacquer for moisture resistance.
Mounting hardware included.
Two Sizes Available:
19" wide x 4.5" deep x 5" high (18" bar; $39.99)
24.5" wide x 4.5" deep x 5" high (24" bar, $49.99
Thomas Paul Shower Curtain - Octopus
This hand screened octopus shower curtain brings one of the most mysterious creatures from the sea right to your giftee's bathroom.
100% cotton.
Hand screened.
72"x72"
$96.00
100% cotton.
Hand screened.
72"x72"
$96.00
Fringe "Masked Ball" Botanique Document Soap
Admit it: Someone gave you a soap so beautifully wrapped that you have been unable to unwrap it, and you just leave it on the counter to admire. This is that soap, and when your giftee runs out of soap, they'll eventually unwrap it and use it. Until then, they'll enjoy this gorgeous packaging!
Each soap is tied with a delicate string and a classically simple colorful tag
Scent: botanique
Natural glycerin in a vegetable base
5.3 oz.
$10.00
Each soap is tied with a delicate string and a classically simple colorful tag
Scent: botanique
Natural glycerin in a vegetable base
5.3 oz.
$10.00
Tocca Beauty Candele De Viaggio Travel Candle Set: Candles & Home Scent
Let's face it: Most of us will never splurge on expensive candles, because it's just too darn extravagant. That's why they make the perfect gift, and you get a lot of bang for your buck with this set of luxurious Tocca candles that comes with four different scents and a schmancy box of matches.
The set includes one Stella (blood orange), Tahiti (tiare flower & coconut), Yma (guava & citrus), and Isabella (fresh watermelon) candle, packaged in a gift box with Tocca signature matches
Each candle has a burn time of twelve hours.
$42.00
The set includes one Stella (blood orange), Tahiti (tiare flower & coconut), Yma (guava & citrus), and Isabella (fresh watermelon) candle, packaged in a gift box with Tocca signature matches
Each candle has a burn time of twelve hours.
$42.00
Quinn Beaded Bath Accessories: Apothecary Jars
Inspired by vintage glass jars, these glass apothecary bottles can corral Q-tips, cotton balls, and other bathroom supplies in a unifying way that cuts down on the clutter.
Crafted of silver-plated cast brass and handblown glass.
Small Canister: 4" diameter x 4" high
Medium Canister: 4.5" diameter x 8" high ($27.00)
Large Canister: 5.5" diameter x 9" high ($32.00)
Crafted of silver-plated cast brass and handblown glass.
Small Canister: 4" diameter x 4" high
Medium Canister: 4.5" diameter x 8" high ($27.00)
Large Canister: 5.5" diameter x 9" high ($32.00)
Free Standing White Toilet Brush Holder by Gedy
This is the cleanest, most inconspicuous toilet brush and holder we've found so far. There are many choose from in different finishes, shapes and colors, but this boxy resin version is perfectly modern in its simplicity. Feel strange about giving a toilet brush as a gift? Your pal will have a laugh, then appreciate it every time they notice how well camouflaged it is in the restroom.
Toilet brush holder made in thermoplastic resins
13.4" x 4.5" x 4.5"
$51.00
Toilet brush holder made in thermoplastic resins
13.4" x 4.5" x 4.5"
$51.00
Fringe "Summer" Tray & Soap Set
You know who this person is – they have a bar of Irish Spring sitting on a gunked up plastic soap dish, or worse, on the counter, or worse than that, they have no soap next to the sink at all. Help this person fix up the bathroom with this lovely transferware soap dish and bar of soap.
Each keepsake box includes one transferware tray and one piece of soap
Highly fragranced, triple milled luxury soap is formulated with natural glycerin in a vegetable base.
Fragrance is Botanicua, a blend of currant, blackberry, and gingergrass
9"W x 5.5"H x 1.5"D gift box 4.5" x 4.5" glass tray 2.75" x 2.75"
$30.00
Each keepsake box includes one transferware tray and one piece of soap
Highly fragranced, triple milled luxury soap is formulated with natural glycerin in a vegetable base.
Fragrance is Botanicua, a blend of currant, blackberry, and gingergrass
9"W x 5.5"H x 1.5"D gift box 4.5" x 4.5" glass tray 2.75" x 2.75"
$30.00
Otto Window Film
This lovely Emma Jeffs adhesive Window film will keep things in the restroom private but still lets in the natural light. Do you know anyone who might need this little nudge to cover up?
37″ x 52″ roll
$70.00
37″ x 52″ roll
$70.00
AphroChic - The Beat Shower Curtain
If you're giftee has tired of their all-white bathroom (or, chances are, said giftee's shower curtain is tired and moldy), why not add some bold graphics with this eye catching shower curtain from Aphrochic?
100% organic cotton
Measures 72" x 72"
Twelve buttonholes
$150.00 USD
100% organic cotton
Measures 72" x 72"
Twelve buttonholes
$150.00 USD
Matouk "Gordian Knot"
Chances are, there are a handful of towels at anyone's house that need to be demoted to the car wash towel pile. Help spur this along by gifting these luxe fluffy towels with the pretty garden knot design.
Egyptian Cotton "zero-twist" towels with embroidery.
Variety of sizes from washcloth to bathtowel; prices vary, bath towel is $49.99
Egyptian Cotton "zero-twist" towels with embroidery.
Variety of sizes from washcloth to bathtowel; prices vary, bath towel is $49.99
Black Croc Hamper
I was excited to find a super-fancy leather hamper on a website the other day, then realized it was $1200. I way WAY more excited to find this faux-croc hamper. It will bring some serious style to any bathroom, and keep those dirty clothes off the bathroom floor. Oh, and it even has a lift-out lining for toting everything to the laundry room!
Hinged, with inner metal chain lid stop
Cut-out handles for portability
Black polyester lining is attached with Velcro for convenience
23'' H x 17.5'' W x 15 D''
$79.99
Hinged, with inner metal chain lid stop
Cut-out handles for portability
Black polyester lining is attached with Velcro for convenience
23'' H x 17.5'' W x 15 D''
$79.99
Goldfish Alabaster Lacquer Box by Thomas Paul
This little lacquered box is a good storage spot for anything your giftee wants to keep handy but not have to look at, like dental floss or pill. This orange fish is is the most whimsical of the designs; there are also octopus, pagoda, and botanical design options.
Lacquered wood, screened image on lid
5" x 5" x 3"
$36.00
Lacquered wood, screened image on lid
5" x 5" x 3"
$36.00
Antiqued Peacock Mirror
OK, so I highly doubt anyone is giving a mirror that costs thousands of dollars as a gift, but we have been asked about "where to buy" this mirror so many times I could not resist throwing it in!
Handmade nickel silver mirror
Each piece is unique
Dimensions: 60"w x 8"d x 48" h
$2399.00
Add your suggestions, and you could win a $50 Pottery Barn gift card!
Handmade nickel silver mirror
Each piece is unique
Dimensions: 60"w x 8"d x 48" h
$2399.00
Add your suggestions, and you could win a $50 Pottery Barn gift card!
Made of glass and metal
Set of 3
Ranges from: 3"w x 2"–3.25"d x 7.5"–12.5"h
$49.00 for a Set of 3