by Vivian Garzon

Bathroom Basins and Taps Styling Tips For an On-Trend Look

Bathroom Basins and Taps Styling Tips For an On-Trend Look

Your bathroom basin and bathroom tapware are key components of a well-designed bathroom. They’re the perfect opportunity to show off your style while keeping things functional. Whether you’re planning a bathroom refresh or a full renovation, matching your basin and taps can turn your bathroom into a serious showstopper. Let’s dive into some simple tips to help you style your bathroom basins and taps like a professional interior designer. 

1. Match Your Finishes for a Polished Look

One of the easiest ways to create a cohesive look is by matching the finish of your tapware with your basin or other fixtures. Whether you love matte black, brushed brass, or classic chrome, keeping your finishes consistent ties everything together.

Style Idea: Pair the Nero Opal Round Basin in Brushed Gold with brushed gold tapware for a warm and trendy vibe. 

2. Go Big with Above-Counter Basins and Tall Taps

Above-counter basins are having a moment in the interior design world because they not only look amazing but also save space. Pairing them with tall taps or wall-mounted mixers creates height and drama on your bathroom vanity.

Style Idea: The Felda Meteor Grey Fluted Basin paired with a tall brushed gunmetal mixer tap makes for a sleek, modern combo.

Sleek & space-saving – what more could you want? SHOP THE LOOK

Read more: Why above-counter basins are trending right now

3. Play with Textures and Shapes

Mixing and matching textures can make your bathroom feel more interesting. Pair a smooth basin with angular taps or combine a fluted basin with softer, rounded tap designs for a balanced look.

Style Idea: The Buildmat Soma Terrazzo Basin works beautifully with brushed brass gold tapware for a clean and timeless look.

4. Choose a Cohesive Colour Palette

Whether you’re into bold colours or neutral tones, choosing a consistent palette for your basin, tapware, and bathroom accessories makes everything feel intentional.

Style Idea: Match the Camilla Fluted Blue Basin with brushed gunmetal taps for a bold yet elegant statement.


Matching colour palettes makes your bathroom design look sleek and intentional.

5. Think Practicality and Style

Tapware isn’t just about looks—it has to work well with your basin. Wall-mounted taps pair nicely with above-counter basins, while shorter mixers are ideal for recessed designs.

Style Idea: The Keva Gloss White Basin looks stunning with wall-mounted brass taps, giving you both functionality and style.

Elegant and functional – a winning design combo!

6. Add Personality with Unique Shapes

Unique shapes in both basins and taps can make your bathroom feel one-of-a-kind. Try pairing a fluted basin with taps that have soft curves or sharp edges for an eye-catching look.

Style Idea: Match the Petra Pilla Basin with a tall basin mixer for a chic and contemporary feel.


Create a spa-like vibe with interesting basin shapes and eye-catching tapware. 

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