When it comes to bathroom renovations, there’s no truer sentiment than - it’s all in the details.
In fact, it’s the smaller elements within the room that tie the space together and bring your theme to life.
That’s why so many people are now styling their bathrooms with door handles that match their taps, showers, and accessories.
Explore our range of door handles here or read on to see what's currently trending!
When it comes to bathroom renovations, there’s no truer sentiment than - it’s all in the details.
In fact, it’s the smaller elements within the room that tie the space together and bring your theme to life.
That’s why so many people are now styling their bathrooms with door handles that match their taps, showers, and accessories.
Explore our range of door handles here or read on to see what's currently trending!
When designing your bathroom, we suggest choosing a finish that can be used across all taps, showers, accessories and door handles. This is a simple way to create unity within your bathroom and ensures that every touchpoint tells the same story.
So what door handle finish is on trend at the moment? Here are the top 3 choices!
One of the most popular door handle finishes available in 2022 would have to be matte black.
This finish rose in popularity due to the ever growing need to match matte black tapware and accessories to the doors that surround them.
One of the most popular door handle finishes available in 2021 would have to be matte black.
This finish rose in popularity due to the ever growing need to match matte black tapware and accessories to the doors that surround them.
When a bathroom features a bold colour such as black, it’s quite easy to notice when other hardware in the room is different.
For this reason, home owners and interior designers everywhere have begun making their door handles black, in order to create cohesion within the room.
“Matte black accessories and door handles are a trend that won’t soon fade within the bathroom space. It’s a colour that instantly adds a touch of luxury and character to a room, so make your door handle set black for a statement.” - Sabrina Alipate, Head Interior Designer, The Blue Space.
A softer alternative to matte black, gunmetal door handles have grown in popularity in 2022.
This finish is perfect for contemporary or industrial style bathrooms but can be easily styled with dark timbers for those seeking a warmer bathroom.
A softer alternative to matte black, gunmetal door handles have grown in popularity in 2021.
This finish is perfect for contemporary or industrial style bathrooms but can be easily styled with dark timbers for those seeking a warmer bathroom.
The great thing about gun-metal is that it’s quite new in the door handle realm, so it can add a unique touch to your bathroom!
“Gun-metal door handles are very on-trend at the moment. This finish is a great way to update and make your door handles modern for those just looking for a quick bathroom refresh!” - Sabrina Alipate, Head Interior Designer, The Blue Space.
A trend that will likely always land in the top 3 for door handle finishes, is of course satin chrome.
Satin chrome door handles are incredibly popular for all door handles internal - not just the bathroom.
A trend that will likely always land in the top 3 for door handle finishes, is of course satin chrome.
Satin chrome door handles are incredibly popular for all door handles internal - not just the bathroom.
This finish is widely popular due to its ability to blend into almost any environment and therefore makes it one of the most versatile door handle options available.
“You can never go wrong with satin chrome. It’s a timeless finish for tapware, accessories and door handles alike.” - Sabrina Alipate, Head Interior Designer, The Blue Space.
Door handles come in a range of shapes and sizes, made to suit a variety of homes and styles.
So what door handle shape is on trend at the moment? Here's the leading style of door handle in 2022!
In the past, door knobs were the standard style of door handle used throughout the home. In 2022 however, it’s the lever that is now most popular!
A door handles lever is characterised by its horizontal, elongated shape. In general they have a simple and modern design, however it’s the plain, straight edged levers that are most on trend at this stage.
In the past, door knobs were the standard style of door handle used throughout the home. In 2021 however, it’s the lever that is now most popular!
A door handles lever is characterised by its horizontal, elongated shape. In general they have a simple and modern design, however it’s the plain, straight edged levers that are most on trend at this stage.
“Lever handles are definitely the most favoured door handle shape for interior doors. Their sleek, straight edges provide a modern design that suits any style or theme. In terms of the rose/rosette (the small piece of hardware that surrounds the handle) I would suggest opting for a circle shape for bathrooms with round accents and a square-rose for bathrooms with straight lines and edges.”- Sabrina Alipate, Head Interior Designer, The Blue Space.
Consider these top trends when choosing your next door handle online!
Want to know more? Read our Blog on How to Choose a Door Handle or What to Know Before Buying Door Handles.
