HGTV's Christina Hall Shares Her Top Pick For Fixtures In A Modern Bath

Your bathroom hardware can be the difference between having a spa-like oasis or a gas station restroom. Okay, maybe it's not that extreme since other major elements like the tub and vanity play a role, but don't underestimate the impact attention to the finer details can make. From the shower head to the towel bar, these pieces have an effect on the overall style and feel of the room.

Changing your hardware is a small adjustment that can have a big impact, and that's why for a modern bathroom, Christina Hall opts for a golden finishing touch. On Season 5, Episode 8 of "Christina on the Coast," the HGTV star went gold for all the hardware in her contemporary bathroom design; it's in the shower door handles, hinges, shower head, tub faucet, sink tap, and vanity pulls. The end result is a sleek style that steps away from the usual chrome look but still maintains a timeless result.

Gold hardware can be an intimidating design choice since you don't see it as often as other finishes. However, there is little reason to hesitate to use it yourself. After all, it is a top pick for Hall, who is a design expert. Brushed gold is considered a neutral fixture, meaning it will pair well with various textures, styles, and colors. Adding a neutral fixture is a great style rule to follow when designing your bathroom, so you don't find yourself needing to update the hardware soon after installing it.

"I like how we incorporated the gold," Christina Hall says during the reveal. "It just adds a feminine element." The luxurious finish complements the concrete elements and black tones in the design that lean more masculine. The gold's warm tone and sleek look make it the ideal choice to soften your bathroom if you prefer a rustic, industrial, or edgy style. "It has that organic nature, soothing — all the things that you want to be able to come home to and relax," Hall adds. The warm-colored metal also reflects light, which helps to brighten the room. Plus, it's not an ultra-niche color like rose gold, so the classic hardware won't look outdated as the latest trends cycle, even if gold goes from being perceived as a modern look to a vintage one.

You can still take advantage of the gold finish regardless of whether concrete or black shows up in your design. We've also seen the HGTV star choose gold hardware for bathrooms with bright white counters and tile. Adding a gold finish to your home decor is an easy way to get a luxurious look. It doesn't just have to be the bathroom either. The same rules apply for fixtures in the kitchen, like sink faucets and cabinet knobs. Even having some gold-framed mirrors, lighting, and artwork sprinkled through each room will bring a refined tone to any aesthetic. So yes, tiny details make a huge difference — especially when they're golden.