Béton Brut Bathrooms: The Beauty of Concrete in Intimate Spaces


© Roland Halbe

© Roland Halbe

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Why use concrete in bathrooms?

Béton brut or “raw concrete” is a naturally porous material that provides many advantages for the design and build of a bathroom. As a waterproof and pressure-resistant material, it is easy to clean, doesn’t deteriorate, prevents bathroom fungus and is low maintenance. Attractive as it is functional, concrete is versatile for both on-site furniture and wall coatings, floors and even shower trays. In addition, due to its thermal mass, concrete is an excellent material for floor heating.

Pro Tip: There are a variety of concrete finishes, but for the safety of daily bathroom users, you must add a surface sealer and a certain percentage of traction to avoid slippage.

Below, we’ve compiled 26 concrete bathrooms that find intimacy in the béton brut.

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