When Stacey Solomon unveiled her new home to her more than 6million Instagram followers last week, it was the Victorian property's rather unusual bathroom that caught the eye of many. Fitted with a large marble bathtub the size of a 'swimming pool', roman columns and historic hand painted murals, it was a far cry from the modern neutral look of her famous £1.3million home, Pickle Cottage. Dubbed the 'Scarface bathroom' by the television star, Stacey's unusual bathroom suite was jokingly described by Scarlett Moffatt as 'bigger than my old flat'. But Stacey is not the only A-lister to have raised eyebrows with her unusual bathroom choices, with Myleene Klass kitting out her relaxing sanctuary with a chandelier, while Millie Mackintosh opted for a copper bathtub. According to interiors expert Jordana Ashkenazi, money and access to the best designers does not automatically result in tasteful designs. She noted that while large bathrooms such as Stacey's certainly have potential as an 'extraordinary' space, they also risk coming across as 'dated' or 'disconnected from the from the way we live and design in the UK now'. With bathroom renovations becoming ever-popular in celebrity homes, read on to discover which A-listers have opted for 'timeless' and 'charming' spaces, and which have accidentally created a room that is 'basic' or lacking in 'direction'.Stacey SolomonLat week, Stacey Solomon gave her followers a tour of hew bedroom and bathroom space. Taking to Instagram, she said: 'This was the craziest, biggest bathroom I've ever seen in my whole entire life. The tiles they're actually hand painted.'They're just loads of naked people. Don't get me started on this giant swimming pool basically. Last but not least, this room just gets better and better - the sauna'.Stacey said she had no idea how to use the sauna and would need to get it serviced.And while the bath looked impressive, the TV star revealed it is unusable at the moment after what debris they found in the tank.Joking that the bathroom looks almost identical to the bath scene in the 1983 film Scarface, Stacey wowed in her black dress while Joe posed smiled from the bath as they got ready for the National Television Awards in their new suite.She penned: 'Getting ready for the NTAs in the Scarface bathroom. I just can't with this room.'I wholeheartedly love to imagine in my head that this is exactly how the people would dress in this bathroom back in the day couldn't help myself with these pictures.' Last week, Stacey Solomon gave her followers a tour of hew bedroom and bathroom space. Pictured: Stacey and her husband Joe Swash pose in the bathroom before the National Television Awards Jordana said: 'This bathroom is certainly a statement, but for me it feels incredibly dated. The huge Greek goddess murals, the columns, the gold Greek-key borders and all that marble together make it feel more like a themed hotel suite from the 1990s' 'At the moment, it looks like it needs a full refurb,' said Jordana. 'The murals are impressive as pieces of craftsmanship, but aesthetically it's all just too much'Jordana: This bathroom is certainly a statement, but for me it feels incredibly dated. The huge Greek goddess murals, the columns, the gold Greek-key borders and all that marble together make it feel more like a themed hotel suite from the 1990s than a bathroom in a beautiful British period home.I'm all for people embracing a theme and designing a home around what they genuinely love, but there still needs to be some relationship between the interiors and the architecture of the house. This feels completely disconnected from the property and from the way we live and design in the UK now.The scale of the room is extraordinary, so there is actually an amazing opportunity here. I'd strip it right back, keep the sense of grandeur, but introduce warmer natural stone, beautiful aged brass, softer lighting and much more restrained detailing. You could make it incredibly luxurious without it screaming 'Greek goddess spa'.At the moment, it looks like it needs a full refurb. The murals are impressive as pieces of craftsmanship, but aesthetically it's all just too much. There are goddesses, columns, borders, marble, steps… it's practically Mount Olympus with plumbing.Sophie Habboo and Jamie Laing Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo recently renovated their large bathroom in their £12million home. Sharing a video on Instagram, Jamie poked fun at the idea that a home renovation would bring him and Sophie 'closer together.'The clip then cuts to Jamie dancing in their transformed bathroom, with the on-screen text: 'Doing a victory dance because we didn't get divorced.'Jamie's new home includes a stunning white en suite bathroom, with vintage tiled floors and a vast walk-in shower.Leading into one of the home's five bedrooms, the clip shows the dark wood furniture and the neutral colour scheme. Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo recently renovated their large bathroom in their £12million home Jordana praised the bathroom design as 'exactly ow you do a traditional bathroom without it feeling old-fashioned. It's classic, beautifully proportioned and incredibly elegant, but it still feels fresh and relevant'Jordana: This is exactly how you do a traditional bathroom without it feeling old-fashioned. It's classic, beautifully proportioned and incredibly elegant, but it still feels fresh and relevant.I love the checkerboard floor, the brassware, the freestanding bath and the framed shower. There's a real sense of restraint to it. Nothing is fighting for attention, but every detail feels considered. It looks expensive because the materials and proportions are doing the work, rather than lots of unnecessary decoration.The palette is timeless, and the mix of traditional detailing with cleaner lines gives it that lovely London townhouse feel. It has character, warmth and a real sense of permanence. You could walk into this bathroom in ten years, and it would still feel beautiful.This is the sort of room where you can tell there's been a proper design eye behind it. It feels luxurious without being showy, and that's much harder to achieve than people think.For me, this is a brilliant example of how to renovate sympathetically. It feels completely at home in the property rather than like a trend has just been dropped into the room.Zara McDermott Zara McDermott's home she shared with her former partner Sam Thompson was kitted out with a light up mirror, coupled with a very modern light up sink.Wondering into across their hotel-esque bathroom, Zara showed followers their relaxing bath are draped with lights.The couple dated for five years, but following their split in December 2024, Zara moved out of the home, and is now dating One Direction star Louis Tomlinson. Zara McDermott's home she shared with her former partner Sam Thompson was kitted out with a light up mirror, coupled with a very modern light up sinkJordana: There are some really expensive elements in this bathroom, and I actually love the idea of the backlit stone. That can be a beautiful feature when it's handled well.But for me, the scheme doesn't quite come together. The vanity is very boxy, then you've got the sculptural basins sitting on top, the illuminated stone underneath, the LED mirror above and polished chrome fittings. There are lots of different statements competing with one another, rather than one clear design idea.That's where it starts to verge on slightly tacky for me. Some elements feel very high-end and bespoke, but others feel much more high street, particularly the mirror. It gives the room a bit of a showroom feel rather than something really refined and residential.I think the issue is less about cost and more about cohesion. You can spend a huge amount of money on a bathroom, but if the shapes, finishes and lighting aren't speaking the same language, it still won't feel completely luxurious.I'd have simplified it. Keep the beautiful backlit stone as the hero, use a more elegant vanity shape, quieter lighting and a mirror with a bit more architectural presence. That would make the whole room feel much more sophisticated.Millie MackintoshMillie Mackintosh's extensive renovation of her £5million home includes a large, sprawling bathroom fit with high ceilings, a copper bath tub and a spot of greenery. Designed by BC Designs, the large bath tub is hailed as offering 'the ultimate in relaxation' and can retail upwards of £3,000. Millie Mackintosh's extensive renovation of her £5million home includes a large, sprawling bathroom fit with high ceilings, a copper bath tub and a spot of greeneryJordana: Overall, this bathroom feels really beautiful, luxurious and traditional in its design approach. The combination of classic panelling, warm tones and the statement gold bath creates a space that feels cohesive and thoughtfully put together.The gold bath is a real statement and brings warmth into the space, acting as a strong focal point against the softer, more neutral backdrop.However, there are a couple of elements that let the space down slightly. The large rectangular mirror feels quite plain and like a missed opportunity, especially in a room where other features have been more considered. The vanity also feels a little high street in comparison to the rest of the space, which takes away slightly from the overall level of finish.Overall, it's a very tasteful bathroom, just lacking that final layer of refinement that would make it feel truly bespoke.Molly-Mae HagueWith marble walls and a rectangular bath, Molly-Mae has often shared snippets of her bathroom space with her 8.5million Instagram followers – leaning into flowers and candles as a way of 'sorting out' the space.During her pregnancy with her daughter Bambi, the influencer often spoke about how her 'obsession' with baths as an integral part of her evening routine, including the sensation of squeezing soapy sponges. Molly-Mae has often shared snippets of her bathroom space with her 8.5million Instagram followers – leaning into flowers and candles as a way of 'sorting out' the space During her pregnancy with her daughter Bambi, the influencer often spoke about how her 'obsession' with baths as an integral part of her evening routineJordana: Overall, the space has the foundations of something that could feel quite luxurious, but it doesn't quite land in the way you'd expect.The main issue is the use of the faux marble porcelain tiles. The veining feels quite heavy and inconsistent, which takes away from that high-end look. When you're using porcelain or quartz to replicate marble, it needs to feel refined and intentional, with a more controlled and believable pattern. Here, it feels a bit too busy and slightly artificial.It's also very grey throughout, which makes the space feel quite flat and lacking in warmth. There's no real contrast or layering to soften the overall look, so it ends up feeling quite one-dimensional. It's all very white and grey, with no softer textures, greenery or contrast to break it up.The overall design feels very structured and quite square, with everything from the bath to the vanity following very sharp, angular lines. There's nothing soft or organic to balance this, so the space ends up feeling quite rigid rather than relaxed or luxurious.I'm also not convinced by the tinted mirror. It doesn't really elevate the design and instead feels like a flat panel added in, rather than a feature that enhances the space. It feels a little B&Q unfortunately.Overall, it's tastefully put together, but it is a little bit bland. It feels quite samey and matchy throughout, and without additional texture, colour or contrast, whether that's softer woods, more natural stone tones, greenery, artwork or statement lighting to break it up, the space ultimately falls a bit flat.Mark Wright and Michelle KeeganSeemingly comparable with a high-end spa, former Towie star Mark Wright and his wife Michelle Keegan have not held back on revamping their bathroom inside their reportedly £3.5million Essex home.From shiny off-white marble flooring and gold detailing to even a heated towel rack and large sprawling sinks, no detail was missed by this celebrity pairing. Seemingly comparable with a high-end spa, former TOWIE star Mark Wright and his wife Michelle Keegan have not held back on revamping their bathroomJordana: It's clear they've gone for a hotel luxe, spa-like feel here, and overall they've executed that really well. The space feels calm, elevated and cohesive, with the vanity being a real highlight. The combination of natural wood drawers with the stone top works beautifully and adds a softness that stops the room from feeling too clinical.However, the lights and mirrors don't quite match the overall aesthetic. You've got this calm, spa-like, hotel luxe feel coming through the natural woods, brushed brass taps and soft stone finishes, and then these more blingy mirrors and darker statement lighting come in and it just doesn't quite sit right. You're drawn into this soft, calming spa feel, and then the mirrors and lighting almost jolt you out of it.Those elements could work in a different style of bathroom, but here they feel slightly out of place. It suddenly tips the space into something a bit more showy, rather than maintaining that calm, refined feel.That said, I do like the level of effort that's gone into the space. It feels considered and well thought out, but a more cohesive approach to the finishes would have elevated it even further.Overall, it's undeniably luxurious, but those contrasting elements stop it from feeling as refined as it could be.Lydia BrightWith wooden doors, a large copper bath tub and even candles, it appears that little has been spared in former Towie Star Lydia Bright's bathroom.Taking to Instagram to reveal her new stunning space, Lydia wrote: 'There's something about autumn evenings. The darker nights, the chill in the air, that makes a hot, steamy bath feel like heaven'. With wooden doors, a large copper bath tub and even candles, it appears that little has been spared in former Towie Star Lydia Bright's bathroomJordana: I really love the bath in this space. The copper finish paired with the darker wall colour creates a strong, traditional feel and gives the room a lot of warmth and character. It feels much more individual and design-led than some of the more neutral bathrooms.However, the walls do fall slightly flat. There's a missed opportunity here, as something like wallpaper or panelling in that darker tone would have added more depth and made the space feel more layered and considered.The contrast between the dark walls and the white cornice, ceiling and fireplace also feels quite stark. A softer, creamier tone would have helped create a more cohesive and elevated look.The fireplace itself doesn't quite deliver as a focal point. It feels quite basic compared to the rest of the room, and something more substantial, like a stone fireplace, would have brought a sense of weight and decadence to the space. As it stands, it feels a little underwhelming and lacks detail.The styling on the mantel also feels slightly off. It almost reads like a collection of bric-a-brac rather than something intentionally styled for the space, which takes away from the overall cohesion.You can see the design intention and there are some strong elements here, particularly with the bath and overall mood, but it doesn't feel fully resolved.Overall, it has great potential, but it needs a few more considered design decisions to bring everything together and make it feel truly refined.Binky FelsteadInside Binky Felstead's cosy west London pad, the former Made in Chelsea star has sought to create an oasis of calm in her bathroom.With homemade zellige tiles, pink skirting tiles and an antique brass, Binky has previously described her bathroom as synonymous with 'a piece of art'. Inside Binky Felstead's cosy west London pad, the former Made in Chelsea star has sought to create an oasis of calm in her bathroom With homemade zellige tiles, pink skirting tiles and an antique brass, Binky has previously described her bathroom as synonymous with 'a piece of art'Jordana: Overall, this bathroom is gorgeous. It feels incredibly charming and well thought out, with a beautiful balance between traditional design and a softer, more liveable aesthetic. It definitely leans more country in style, but in a very elevated way – it gives that London townhouse meets Cotswolds feel, which works really well.I love the wall panelling and the flooring, which immediately add warmth and texture, and the vanity is absolutely stunning. It looks expensive, considered and properly designed rather than just styled. The shape of the mirror, the lighting and the artwork have all been chosen carefully and tie in beautifully with the overall look.Everything feels intentionally design-led, but still very relaxing and calming. It's exactly the kind of space you'd want to unwind in, whether that's a long bath or a slow morning getting ready. Despite the charm and softness, it still manages to feel luxurious and high-end, which is not always easy to achieve.What really stands out is how timeless it feels. There's nothing overly trend-driven or try-hard about it. It leans into classic materials and proportions in a way that will genuinely stand the test of time.Overall, it feels cohesive, layered and intentional, and is a great example of a traditional bathroom done properly without feeling dated or overworked.ZoellaDeviating from the trends, Zoella's bathroom boasts a copper-bottom roll-top bath and is finished with graphic tiles. Meanwhile, graphic print tiles and fun light fixtures add a pop of fun to the space, while there is no shortage of greenery on offer as well. Deviating from the trends, Zoella's bathroom boasts a copper-bottom roll-top bath and is finished with graphic tilesJordana: I can see the look she's going for here – that slightly industrial, vintage-inspired aesthetic with layered textures, greenery and styled accessories. On paper it should work, but in reality it just doesn't quite land.The combination of the industrial cabinet and artwork feels a bit disjointed. It reads as a mix of individual pieces that are trying to be industrial or vintage and have been placed in for the sake of it, rather than something that's been properly designed and pulled together.Some of the elements don't quite elevate the space, particularly the lighting and smaller decorative details. It doesn't come across as high-end and instead feels a bit cluttered.It also leans quite heavily into a trend that has already passed, rather than something more timeless and enduring.Overall, it feels like a space with potential, but it needs refining and a clearer design direction to really work.Myleene KlassSmooth Radio presenter Myleene Klass' bathroom is anything but small. With hardwood flooring, a free-standing bathtub and even a chandelier overhead, the luxurious space is fit with trendy shutters and even a plant carefully placed on a wooden bath stand. With hardwood flooring, a free-standing bathtub and even a chandelier overhead, Myleene's luxurious space is fit with trendy shutters and a plant carefully placed on a wooden bath standJordana: There are some really beautiful features in this space. The freestanding bath is a standout and gives the room that classic, traditional feel, while the white flooring keeps everything light, relaxed and easy.However, it doesn't quite come together. It feels like a mix of different ideas rather than one clear design direction.The chandelier is the biggest miss. If you're going to introduce something like that, it needs to make a statement. Here it feels too small and slightly lost, rather than adding impact or anchoring the space.The mirror above what feels like a more casual console table adds to that sense of disconnect, and when paired with the styling and accessories, it starts to feel a little thrown together rather than properly considered.There are definitely moments here that work, but overall it just doesn't quite land. With a stronger point of view and a bit more restraint, this could feel far more elevated.
Stacey Solomon's new sunken marble tub and roman columns are straight out of Scarface...so, which other stars have an elegant bathroom and who's in need of a new suite?
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