The Tubs That Defined 2025 — And Why Designers Keep Coming Back to Them
The freestanding tub has become the anchor of the modern bathroom. In 2026, its influence is only set to grow as more homeowners focus on wellness and creating a sense of retreat in their bath spaces.
The most compelling tub designs succeed because they balance form with performance—comfort, material integrity, and craftsmanship matter as much as silhouette. A tub must support the body as intuitively as it pleases the eye. It should feel indulgent without being impractical, and timeless rather than trend-driven. That balance continues to draw designers and homeowners to Hydro Systems’ freestanding collections.
Over the past year, the Hydro Systems tubs that resonated most were those that integrate seamlessly into a wide range of interiors while delivering a deeply restorative experience. These tubs can be tailored to individual wellness and style preferences through Hydro Systems’ signature hydrotherapy options—such as Cold Plunge, Hydro Fusion, or Hydro Indulge—as well as a curated palette of colors. The five tubs that follow embody what today’s bathrooms are increasingly designed to be: personal, highly intentional, and deeply restorative. There is little doubt that these 2025 customer favorites are poised to remain design staples in the year ahead.
Marquis Freestanding Tub
A transitional tour-de-force beloved for its comfort and versatility
The Marquis continues to be one of our most beloved freestanding tubs for a simple reason: it works beautifully in almost any space. Crafted from HydroLuxe SS™ solid-surface material and available in 15 premium colors, Marquis offers a simple and elegant transitional silhouette that feels equally at home in classic, contemporary, and everything in between.
Designers and homeowners consistently cite comfort as the deciding factor. Integrated lumbar support creates a deeply relaxing soak, while the softly sloped interior contours the body naturally. The ever-so-slight lilt to its rim adds interest and draws the eye towards it. It comes in three sizes with full wellness customization.
Marquis Freestanding Tub in a two-tone custom matte finish. Design: Loyd Builders Photo: Santee Media
Breanne Freestanding Tub
A modern slipper with built-in convenience
Breanne offers a fresh take on the classic slipper tub. Made from seamless U.S.-manufactured acrylic, its rolled rim and tapered sides invite long, leisurely soaks, while the integrated faucet deck provides a smart design alternative to floor-mounted fillers. For designers navigating tight layouts—or homeowners who want a cleaner, more streamlined installation—Breanne remains a top choice.
Breanne Freestanding Tub made from US made seamless acrylic. Design: Danielle Oldenkamp, Kitchens Etc
Picasso Freestanding Tub
When the bathtub becomes art
Since its debut, Picasso has been celebrated for its sculptural form and gallery-worthy presence. With sweeping curves that extend outward like the bow of a ship, the freestanding tub brings a sense of movement and artistry to the bath. Crafted from seamless, U.S.-sourced acrylic, the tub has long been a favorite for designers seeking a statement piece.
Late last year, Hydro Systems introduced the Picasso Whirlpool, elevating the iconic silhouette with a discreetly integrated hydrotherapy experience. Hidden whirlpool jets preserve Picasso’s clean lines, while offering a deeply restorative bathing experience. Additional options for Thermal Air or combination systems allow clients to tailor the tub to their wellness preferences, all without visible equipment or visual clutter. The new tub’s design was so well-received that it took home a BDNY 2025 award.
Picasso Freestanding Tub. Design: Fein Zalkin Interiors. Photo: Kris Tamburello
Alamo Freestanding Tub
Minimalism, perfected
The Alamo’s sleek silhouette—flat top edges, soft, curved oval body—has continued to make it a favorite among designers who want to achieve an organic, modern look. Crafted from HydroLuxe SS™ solid-surface material and available in 15 premium colors and three sizes, Alamo is often chosen when designers want to create a sense of tranquility without letting the tub dominate the space. Its minimal footprint and sculptural simplicity allow surrounding materials, textures, and light to take center stage—making Alamo a quiet yet powerful design anchor.
Alamo Freestanding Tub. Design: Concept Renovations, Photo: Shelby Bourne
Anson Freestanding Tub
A classic, thoughtfully reimagined
Introduced in 2025, Anson quickly captured the attention of the design community for its heritage-inspired form. Crafted from HydroLuxe SS™ solid-surface material and available in 15 premium colors, the tub reinterprets a classic silhouette with modern proportions and integrated lumbar support for enhanced comfort.
A softly flared base and gently rolled rim nod to an era when crown molding, columned porticos, and finely crafted cornices were hallmarks of refinement—while its clean lines and customizable colors and finishes keep the design firmly rooted in the present. Anson is often chosen for spaces that seek warmth and familiarity without feeling dated.
Anson Freestanding Tub is shown in a black two-tone finish.
Why These Tubs Are Customer Favorites
As bathrooms continue to evolve into deeply personal sanctuaries, these freestanding tubs stand out for placing both aesthetic beauty and well-being at the center of the bathing experience.
