Sonas Bathrooms and Technological University (TU) Dublin have announced the winners of the 2025 Bathroom Design of the Year with Drogheda’s Amy Byrne taking third place. 

Students of the Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Design, led by one of Ireland’s best known Interior Designers Dr. Neville Knott, were tasked to create a luxury bathroom for a contemporary hotel and they certainly did not disappoint.

There were six finalists with the three third year award-winning students receiving a certificate along with a cash prize.  The overall winning design will be brought to life in a Sonas Studio display at one of the Sonas Retailers or exhibitions.  Sonas have also sponsored all students one year’s membership of the Interiors Association of Ireland.

Amy Byrne set out to create a calming and tranquil atmosphere that seamlessly blended modern elegance with natural elements. 

The judges said, “This bathroom was a very calm tranquil space which whispered sophistication and luxury. The inspiration from the Irish landscape with the nod to the marbling gave it a really considered feel and made it a truly grounded space.

This would fit into any Irish home, whether a grand house or a cottage. A very sophisticated premium luxurious bathroom space with excellent use of Sonas products.” 

Dr. Knott said “This is a really exciting competition for our students. As Sonas are Ireland’s leading bathroom brand, the students had the opportunity to explore a variety of themes and styles in bathroom design with products from their extensive range.

“Working on real life commercial projects is always a great experience for tomorrow’s designers and these students have really risen to the occasion with a wide range of amazing designs. I am extremely proud of the quality of their work.” 

Sonas Marketing Director Louise Murphy said “Sonas Bathrooms are proud to support the next generation of designers and noted the extraordinarily high standard in entries to the competition.  We really enjoy seeing the creativity of these students and how they brought colour and wellness to play in their vision of a luxury hotel ensuite. I look forward to seeing the winning bathroom brought to life in one of our displays.” 

For more information see Sonas Bathrooms and TU Dublin