Freestanding baths are typically accompanied by exposed plumbing which enters via the floor, as opposed to being concealed and emerging from the walls like with a standard bathtub.
As such, the related pipework or plumbing can be used as a design feature alongside a freestanding bath, should that be your preference.
If you need some inspiration regarding which type of stand alone bath is the best option to enhance your bathroom, take a look at our Freestanding Bath Buyer’s Guide.