Your bathroom might be one of the smallest rooms in your home, but in 2025, it's becoming one of the boldest statements. Gone are the days when a quick faucet swap and a coat of white paint would cut it. Today, homeowners want more—more comfort, more efficiency, more style. They want spaces that feel like sanctuaries, not afterthoughts. And to get there, it's time to modernize your bathroom.
At JATES Design + Build, we don’t believe in trends for trend’s sake. We believe in thoughtful transformation—updating spaces throughout Lincoln Park, Chicago in ways that elevate daily life while staying true to what makes your home yours. So, if this is the year you're finally ready to modernize your bathroom, here’s what’s hot, what’s smart, and what’s next.
Minimalism continues to reign—but not the cold, impersonal kind. In 2025, we’re seeing a softer approach: floating vanities with built-in lighting, oversized mirrors that double as art, and zero-threshold showers that feel seamless, not sterile.
Want your bathroom to feel bigger without knocking down walls? Strip away visual clutter. Replace bulky tubs with walk-in showers framed in barely-there glass. Install wall-mounted fixtures. Let every inch breathe.
It’s not just about less; it’s about better. At JATES Design + Build, our portfolio is full of beautiful examples of this concept.
Smart homes aren't just for kitchens and security systems anymore. Bathrooms are catching up fast—and frankly, they're doing it with style.
Picture this: a mirror that defogs itself and tells you the weather. A toilet that cleans itself (yes, really). Lights that shift color temperature based on the time of day, so brushing your teeth at midnight doesn’t feel like a full interrogation.
When you modernize your bathroom in 2025, you’re not just making it prettier. You’re making it smarter, more responsive, and—best of all—more relaxing.
We’re moving past the all-white, high-gloss look. The modern bathroom is rooted in nature—with tactile textures, muted stone, and organic wood tones creating warmth in a space that often lacks it.
Think matte black fixtures against walnut vanities. Slate floors under soft, glowing sconces. Handcrafted tiles that feel as good as they look. The goal? A space that doesn’t just function but feels—like calm, like quiet, like home.
Here’s the truth: modern doesn’t have to mean neutral. In fact, some of the most stunning bathroom updates we’ve seen this year involve color, contrast, and a bit of daring.
Want a bold green vanity with brass hardware? Do it. A terrazzo floor that plays with pattern? Yes, please. Even a sculptural tub in a moody charcoal can turn a “just fine” bathroom into the standout space in your home.
Modernizing doesn’t mean stripping personality. It means designing with intention.
A gorgeous bathroom is great. A gorgeous bathroom that fits your life? Even better.
Do you need more counter space during the morning rush? A hidden cabinet for electrical outlets? Lighting that flatters instead of fights? Modern design is about solving problems beautifully. And that's where we shine.
At JATES Design + Build in Lincoln Park, Chicago, we’re not just here to follow trends. We’re here to guide you toward solutions that make your space smarter, sleeker, and unmistakably yours.
In 2025, upgrading your bathroom is about more than resale value—it’s about how you live. It’s about waking up and stepping into a space that makes you feel calm, confident, and cared for. And it’s about doing it with a team that listens, collaborates, and brings your vision to life.
Let JATES Design + Build help you modernize your bathroom—so it reflects not just this moment, but who you are and how you live, now and in the future. Let's design your dream space in Lincoln Park, Chicago together!
