Let’s Talk About Bathrooms

Updated bathroom design trends and what homeowners are saying goodbye to

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Outdated Bathroom Features That Don’t Work Anymore

A lot of bathrooms in homes built between the ’60s and early 2000s just aren’t practical anymore. Many homeowners are still living with layouts and features that don’t fit today’s lifestyles or design standards.

Take built-in whirlpool and oversized garden tubs, for example. They take up valuable space, use excessive water, and—let’s be honest—are rarely used. Over time, the jets often harbor mold and grime. Replacing them with freestanding soaking tubs or walk-in showers with benches makes much more sense. They’re easier to clean, more efficient, and open up space in what’s often one of the smallest rooms in the home.

Freestanding Bathtub - Renovation by Omni Construction Services

The Water Closet Debate

Another dated feature is the small enclosed toilet area, often called a water closet. These tight spaces can feel dark and confined, so many homeowners are opting for more open layouts. A partial privacy wall or frosted glass divider can still provide separation without closing off the room.

That said, this one’s a little controversial—not everyone loves the idea of a toilet in view. It all comes down to personal preference and how you use the space.

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Goodbye Hollywood Lights, Hello Modern Glow

Remember those Hollywood-style vanity lights—the long strip of bulbs above the mirror? They were everywhere from the late ’70s through the early 2000s because they were cheap, bright, and easy to install.

Today’s bathrooms are all about softer, intentional lighting. Homeowners are switching to:

• Modern sconces that flank the mirror

• LED mirrors with built-in lighting

• Recessed ceiling lights for a clean, spa-like look

  
  

Pair these upgrades with a floating or backlit mirror, and you instantly elevate your bathroom’s feel—minimal, modern, and uncluttered.

Showers That Shine

Framed shower doors and fiberglass inserts are another feature on their way out. Fiberglass yellows over time, is difficult to clean, and the metal frames trap grime that never fully comes out.

Homeowners are choosing fully tiled showers, solid-surface panels, or stone-look materials for a custom, upscale feel. Frameless glass enclosures and walk-in showers with no threshold are not only modern but also make the bathroom more accessible and open.

Omni Bathroom Renovation - Frameless Glass

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall—But Not the Whole Wall

Those huge, wall-to-wall mirrors above the vanity? They’re being replaced with individual framed mirrors or recessed shelving between sinks for added storage and design interest.

And in a fun twist, mirrored medicine cabinets are back—this time in a sleek, minimalist style with integrated lighting. They’re perfect for smaller bathrooms or teen spaces where skincare and countertop clutter need an organized home.

Final Thoughts

Bathrooms have come a long way from the builder-grade styles of decades past. Whether you’re updating lighting, rethinking layout, or re-imagining your shower space, small changes can completely transform both function and feel.

If you’re ready to modernize your bathroom and bring new life to your home, Omni Construction Services can help you design and remodel with purpose, craftsmanship, and care, right here in Montgomery County and North Houston.

Give us a call at (936) 524-3708 or email us at services@omnicd.com