For some of us, the bathroom is a place of respite, of comfort, of repose. For others, it’s a quick stop where we dash into and out of the shower and pause briefly to freshen our breath, coif our hair and steady ourselves for the day ahead. But for all of us, it’s a space of momentary renewal, when we take a moment to make sure we look and feel our best before facing the world.

For aesthetes who prefer simplicity over complex opulence, today’s roundup of austere black and white bathrooms keeps it slick and sleek, with nary a fluffy rug or fussy wall hanging to be found. It’s just straight and simple black and white fixtures with hints of grey washed across surface areas for depth. Gender-neutral and absolutely timeless, these easy classics will never go out of style.

Photo credits: Remodelista (x2), BBC and Apartment Therapy

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