Beautiful and unusual washbasins: extravagant design solutions

The washbasin is one of the central links in the designer bathroom chain. This ordinary item can be a very extravagant accent in the bathroom. Among the many different varieties of washbasins, it’s not easy to choose the best one for a particular project. The choice of sink depends on the style and color palette of the interior, layout, size and configuration of the room. Today, manufacturers offer models of washbasins not only from the usual faience, but also from glass, stone, metal.

By the method of fastening, the following groups of wash basins can be distinguished:

• cantilever, or mounted, are attached to the wall;
• with a floor column, or “tulip”;
• recessed constructions.

Depending on the material from which the sinks are made, they can be distributed as follows:

• ceramic;
• from natural stone, mainly marble;
• made of artificial stone;
• glass;
• metal;
• composite or corian.

Everyone chooses the optimal design for price and functionality on their own, but it is useful to listen to some tips from designers and consumers.

In small bathrooms, small washbasins will be most appropriate. It is very important to choose a mixer of the appropriate size to avoid dissonance to a small sink. Among such instances, you can find original forms or methods of fastening. For example, the washbasin on the stand is very easy to use and saves space. The shelf can be used to arrange washbasins:

Flat sinks are not very comfortable, because water from the mixer is sprayed to the sides, so it is important to choose models with beveled walls of the pan. The advantage of such washbasins is that you can raise a place to install a washing machine:

Bowl-shaped washbasins must be mounted on any stand. It can be a hanging shelf, chest of drawers or cabinets:

The oval shape of the bowl-shaped shell saves space. If the stand under it is made in the form of a box, then all the plumbing communications can be hidden in it:

As mentioned above, both natural and artificial stone are used to produce sinks.

Marble models are more expensive than synthetic analogues, but their service life while maintaining their appearance is much longer. They are made from a single piece of marble. These luxurious and inimitable sinks can be called a work of art, which is why they are best used in bathrooms of an appropriate design. Agree, such gorgeous washbasins will look ridiculous in typical rooms:

If the design style of the bathroom is non-standard, then the marble wash basin of an unusual shape will harmoniously fit into such an interior:

Marble can be not only a sink, but also a countertop for it:

Shells made of artificial stone look no less attractive. Their cost is an order of magnitude lower than specimens of natural marble, but apparently they are no different. They have a shorter life, but this will make it easy to replace a boring or outdated model with a more modern one. You can choose the color, shape and size of the washbasin in accordance with the decor of the bathroom:

Facades on bathroom furniture can also imitate marble. Such designs look very impressive in minimalist styles. Glossy surface does not reduce space:

Composite shells made from a mixture of acrylic, mineral fillers and color can mimic any material: stone or wood:

Glass sinks give lightness to the room, do not clutter it.The only minus is that spots from dried water and detergents on the glass surface are more noticeable than on other materials:

Sinks of various metal alloys are usually used in the kitchen. Modern designers offer models suitable for decorating the bathroom. Stainless steel square cantilever sinks are suitable for high-tech style:

A round metal washbasin fits perfectly into any of the interiors, you just have to create a zone near it in the appropriate style:

The flight of design ideas in the configuration of sinks today knows no limit: from the simplest and most traditional to intricate and eccentric. However, it is important to consider that bold non-standard models are not always convenient in installation and operation.

An elongated petal sink will become a real highlight in the bathroom interior, despite the standard white faience color:

Shells of an unusually curved shape look spectacular. Such a model cannot be called practical, but a stunning view of the interior of the room is ensured:

The design of the hinged (cantilever) structures can also differ in originality. Roomy massive structures take up a little more space than ordinary models, but they are very convenient in large rooms:

Washbasins with two sinks - a rational and practical solution. In the morning, two people can take water procedures at once. One of the sinks can be adapted for children, or the wash basin can be divided into female and male parts. There are many options for such dual plumbing fixtures. These can be separate shells:

or volumetric pallet divided into two parts:

Built-in furniture and appliances have long become popular in the arrangement of premises. Sinks that are integral with a cabinet or countertop allow you to hide all plumbing communications. Thus, the sink becomes protected from external influences and securely fixed:

A very rational solution is to install a washbasin in a niche. The rectangular model is perfect for this arrangement:

Also, the space between the wall partitions can be occupied by a cast-shaped sink:

Built-in sinks and waterfalls look very unusual in the interior. This design of a mini-waterfall is more difficult to install, but will create a unique accent in the interior of the bathroom: