Zen Bathroom Ideas
The appeal of a Zen environment is to create serenity. Inspired by the Eastern tradition of Zen Buddhism, there are a number of material and subtle elements, such as living in the moment and remaining objective, to create the Zen vibe. The colors associated with Zen décor are mostly earth tones: light-olive green, bronze, beige and black. A Zen bathroom will provide you with a personal sanctuary and help guests feel at ease.
Fountain with Polished Rocks
In Eastern traditions, water is said to be a symbol of prosperity, which explains why the fountain is a key decorative item in any room that has an Asian flair. Multi-layered fountains that display polished rocks will capture a look reminiscent of a Zen garden.
Images of Siddhartha or Buddha
Since Buddha represents the source of Zen, a statue or a print showing the image of Buddha can play a central role in your décor. Size will not matter but the presence of such an image will heighten the authenticity. Thinner and younger depictions of Buddha, known as Prince Siddhartha also make for an appropriate decorative choice as does the Bodhi tree, where the prince meditated to achieve enlightenment.
Earth-tone Linens
Olive greens, beige and black linens and shower curtain are a must in your Zen bathroom. While these colors might appear bland, your accompanying decorative items will create the entire experience. If you can find items with Chinese writing, you can encapsulate the Zen culture.
Candles
For a spa environment, candles are a must. You can look for bronze holders for pillar candles, or dainty tea-light sets which hold multiple small candles. You can purchase Asian-designed incense holders to burn lotus incense to enhance the mood.
Wall Decor
Your wall décor can include toilet-paper holders, towel racks, mirrors and more pictures. The lion and Buddha are the most popular subjects of Zen bas-relief wall hangings. See Resources for sites that offer Zen-inspired houseware.
Bamboo Plant
These plants have become popular over the years and therefore are relatively easy to find. Bamboo plants are said to bring good luck. Rather than living in soil, they are placed in a vase with pebbles and provided with clean water. This makes for a lovely item to place on the bathroom counter.
Sink and Toilet
If you have a big budget to decorate your bathroom, you can buy items like a lotus-shaped sink or a tub with a dragon faucet. These add permanence and grandeur to your Zen bathroom and create a memorable experience for your guests.
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