Cloakroom design ideas
Cloakroom ideas: 15 tips for a downstairs toilet |
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It may be the smallest room in the home but a considered approach will give it impact. Properly designed and finished cloakroom ideas are a great addition to your home. Whether you’re planning an under-stairs conversion, a new use for an unused utility room or an extension, a cloakroom is always worth the extra investment.
Well-designed cloakroom or powder room ideas will not only add value to your home, it could also be particularly handy when you’re entertaining. Or when children are playing out in the garden and you don’t want them rushing up and down stairs.
Cloakroom ideas
These clever bathroom ideas for your downstairs WC will help you revamp an existing cloakroom or make the most of unused space with an additional loo. It will punch above its weight in terms of household usefulness.
1. Modernize with marble
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Elegant and timeless, marble is one of the most popular and lusted after materials to use in a cloakroom or powder room Marble is naturally water-resistant and adds a luxurious spa-like feel to this small space, whether you have a modern room or a more traditional one.
Marble might be an expensive option, but there are more cost-effective ways to source this desired material. Rather than quarrying fresh slabs for your marble bathroom ideas, interior designer Deborah Bass of Base Interior suggests seeking out reclaimed marble from places like eBay, then commissioning a specialist stone restorer to cut and polish.
2. Keep it clean and simple
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Hardwearing, easy to clean and dust-mite resistant, it’s little wonder polished concrete is so popular in cloakrooms. The industrial look is very on trend too, plus it holds the heat well so works brilliantly with underfloor heating.
Concrete is a low-maintenance, durable choice for most contemporary rooms. If sealed properly, it’s very hard-wearing and stain-resistant. Polished concrete tiles – and vinyl or porcelain lookalikes – can be laid by DIYers; poured concrete floors are best installed and polished by professionals. Concrete flooring can also be printed, stamped or stencilled.
3. Add life and vibrant with wallpaper
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Cloakrooms don’t have the same steam and moisture issues as bathrooms, so can take bathroom wallpaper more easily, but it’s wise to choose splash proof, easy-to-clean surfaces for the floor and around the basin.
‘In this small area you can have fun with bold wallpaper or bathroom tile ideas. A pattern on the walls or floor creates a striking scheme,’ says interior designer Cherie Lee. 'It’s a good idea to check the color, pattern and texture in the cloakroom light before you buy.’
4. Curate a cohesive theme
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Bold color might not be the first element you think of when planning a new cloakroom, but it should certainly not be an afterthought.
A good cloakroom color scheme is essential for creating the look, feel and design you want in this diminutive space. And you can use everything from wallpaper to sanitaryware to accessories to create a unique look.
Adding a statement hue to your cloakroom will really lift your whole space, bringing this practical space into line with the rest of your decor. The good news is there are so many colors to choose from. If painting or wallpapering isn't an option, you can also add color through details; brassware is guaranteed to make a decorative statement.
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Bathroom tiles have an important role to play in a cloakroom's design – and not just because they provide a practical solution to keeping walls and floors protected from soap and splashes. The latest tile trends encourage individualization – the choice is yours. There are so many tile options that allow you to express your personality, introducing just as much style to the cloakroom as you might in any other room of the house.
‘Laying tiles on the diagonal is brilliant for adding interest and making a space feel larger by drawing the eye upwards,’ says Louisa Morgan, creative director, Mandarin Stone .
6. Go for a dark color scheme
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While decorating with a black color scheme can be tricky to get right, a considered approach will be rewarded by a simple but impactful cloakroom, no matter how big or small.
What's more, the dark bathroom color palette will serve as a canvas for interesting objects and furnishings, as well as beautiful powder room wall decor, such as the mirror shown above.
Plus, it will help to delineate the space, thus creating a 'zone'. You can always bring in touches of color with accessories and linen as and when you feel like it.
7. Build in a storage wall
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Think outside the box when it comes to clever ideas to stash your cloakroom basics.
Good bathroom storage ideas for small spaces are essential to making both these aspects of the cloakroom work, but a limited or awkward-shaped space can create a challenge when it comes to making the best of any cloakroom.
‘Although hidden storage is practical, don’t be tempted to shut everything away,' says interior designer Deana Ashby. 'Instead use a combination of built-in cabinets and shelving to provide plenty of storage but without enclosing the space.’
8. Carve out a cloakroom under the stairs
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Often underused and unloved, the space under the stairs is the perfect place for a cloakroom.
If it’s relatively simple to run water to this spare corner – if it sits next to the kitchen for instance – then it’s worth thinking about changing it into a cloakroom or an extra shower room.
If you have three or less bedrooms, check with a local real estate agent first, though, to discover if this is what buyers in your area are looking for.
9. Use a bold wallpaper in a small cloakroom
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Wallpaper has gone through varying periods of popularity, but the latest trends are focusing on using wallpaper more liberally, choosing more daring and bold prints for your powder room.
This striking wallpaper idea would be perfect for a small cloakroom or powder room. The chances are you don’t have that much wall space and can go as bold as you dare.
Contrary to popular belief, wallpaper and bathrooms do mix. This fierce scheme, designed by Studio Indigo , should be enough to convince you of that.
10. Adopt a country aesthetic
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The best rural cloakrooms and powder rooms incorporate materials and textures that reflect the construction of the building, and also the rural views outside the window.
There has been a resurgence of interest in rough-hewn materials and traditional craftsmanship for the country-style cloakroom. Artisan-inspired and hand-crafted bowls, cabinetry and accessories that epitomize traditional crafts, heritage design and timeless classics will add real character and personality to your space.
‘The idea that less is more – and quality is preferable to quantity – is bringing about a return to natural materials,’ says Gill Few, channel manager at Kohler.
11. Make it mid-century modern
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Although mid-century modern style was driven by advances in technology, it was also inspired by the natural world, and wood is the most widely used material for walls, furniture and cabinetry.
Characterized by clean straight lines and flowing organic curves, mid-century design is all about simplicity, and styling is key, along with a lack of ornamentation and a limited color palette.
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The maximalist trend is all about embracing excess. More might be more, but the current trend for maximalism doesn’t equal mess.
Instead, decorate your cloakroom with statement wallpaper and show-stopping color combinations. Think of your space as a carefully curated Aladdin’s cave of treasures, with each item on display even more fascinating than the last.
13. Instil a sense of timelessness
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White sanitaryware is a great choice for a traditional cloakroom as it goes with any wall color, giving you the flexibility to refresh your interior as and when you want to.
Light colored walls – or trompe l'oeil wallpaper – always look sophisticated and will help to create a bright and airy cloakroom, perfect for a traditional home. Pair this with contemporary chrome or brass faucets to add a touch of timeless charm.
14. Introduce shimmer and shine with copper
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Copper is a great success in bathrooms and cloakrooms since it’s a conductive material that heats up quickly and retains water temperatures far longer than conventional ceramic designs.
Copper baths and basins are available in various finishes, from highly polished copper with a durable coating to protect the lustre, to antique finishes that burnish over time and tin-plated finishes with a silvery vintage charm.
‘The rich patina of copper is warm and inviting, and the coloring gets better and better with age,' says Joe Burns, director, Oliver Burns Interiors.
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Much like paint effects, the tiles you choose can alter the look of a room.
They can make a small bathroom look bigger than it actually is or add visual interest to a dull space.
Unlike paint though, re-tiling a cloakroom can be costly and a hassle you won't want to have to repeat often, so it's important to choose bathroom tile ideas and designs that you won't tire of too soon and will last you for years to come.
Adding color and pattern won't necessarily make a small space feel smaller either. Chosen carefully, they can often give the space a cocooning, rather than cramped, feel.
How do you decorate a downstairs cloakroom?
Decorating a downstairs cloakroom is not an easy feat, but with our help you can turn an unused space into a fully-functional workhorse.
While it’s a good idea to use pale, neutral colors to create a feeling of space, don’t be scared of using bold wallpaper or tiling as a feature.
Your cloakroom is somewhere you can have a little fun and create a talking point for guests, and with less surface to cover, you can consider treating yourself to that statement wallpaper or the beautiful tiles you’ve been hankering after.
Reflective additions in the shape of attractive wall-hung stainless-steel or mirror-finish soap dispensers and loo-roll holders will give the room a touch of glamor.
Choosing smart bathroom lighting ideas is important, too, as they will prevent the room from feeling claustrophobic. Try mirrored cabinets with integral lighting or – just for fun – colorful pendants.
Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space. Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.
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By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.They say say good things come in small packages, so why do your downstairs toilet ideas get dropped to the bottom of your interiors to-do list?
Small bathroom ideas – including cloakrooms and powder rooms – can still pack a punch. Yes, they're a much more in-and-out affair, but when nature calls, they're a necessity.
Located on the ground floor of your home, they're a great portal for potty training or a desperate restroom dash after a long car journey home.
When hosting guests, it's a room that comes in handy when they need to be excused to use the toilet and/or wash their hands. It also allows them to feel more comfortable in your home knowing that they don't need to navigated, or feel as though they're being intrusive.
Downstairs toilet ideas that are big on style
1. Create an under the stairs idea
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If you aren't lucky enough to have a dedicated downstairs toilet idea that's a separate room - don't despair. Turning your under the stairs cupboard into a cloakroom idea is a worthwhile investment if you're a homeowner. If and when it comes to selling up your property, it's an amenity that can add a few thousand pounds to the value.
This grey and white bathroom idea uses tiling to create a contemporary design. Starting with the darker grey and cascading to a lighter ceramic, the white floor adds a level of continuity for a seamless scheme.
As well as small bathroom storage ideas, a corner sink is another way to economize on space.
2. Decorate your downstairs loo with printed wallpaper
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A bathroom wallpaper design will keep children entertained during potty training with its random montage of digital images of engravings.
See if they can spot all ten animals including camel, elephant, gecko, giraffe, lion, ocelot, penguin, porcupine, tiger and zebra! And don't forget to use the wallpaper on the ceiling too for an all-encompassing enclosure.
In this yellow and grey bathroom idea, the black framed mirror idea not only makes the room look bigger, but will reflect the animal motif for a cheaper alternative to the zoo.
Senior stylist and trend specialist at Graham & Brown , Paula Taylor says:
'Bathroom wallpaper has been specially formulated to withstand humidity and moisture whilst maintaining its quality appearance. It’s both durable and washable, making it perfect for use in an area where the risk of spillages is high.
'The bathroom is a great room to have a bit of fun with your décor, you can be as colorful, quirky and over the top as you like.
'We have always shied away from heavily patterned wallpapers in small rooms however by using the paper on all walls (and even the ceiling if you’re brave enough), the edges of the room appear to blur and you can create a wonderful cozy feel that almost appears limitless.
'Wallpapers that have a slight shimmer to them are also ideal for use in the bathroom as they really enhance skin tone and add radiance to the room.'
3. Color match your sanitaryware for a coordinated look
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Despite their universal appeal for most homeowners, white bathroom ideas can be a little clinical and a nightmare to keep clean. A dirty bathroom isn't ideal for when unexpected guests pop over or a tradesman undertaking work in your home needs the loo.
While blue bathroom ideas can offer a calm and inviting scheme, we tend to think of decorating with paint or wallpaper. However, choosing a colored enamel for your toilet and basin can instantly add a wow-factor to your downstairs bathroom idea.
Yes, they're most costly than a set of new towels or some bathroom tiles, but these hard-wearing and durable fixtures will be used for years to come.
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While there's no place like home, we do love the perks of staying in a boutique hotel on vacation.
First there's the no cooking and washing up. Then not having to make our bed. But what we most enjoy is the power shower and statement basin that comes as part of our washroom amenities. Oh and the travel-size samples to take home too.
Recreating the look in your downstairs bathroom idea is a lot simpler than you think. This pastel pink Nouveau washbasin from West One Bathrooms , is one way to achieve the look and emulate the luxury bathroom ideas you see in hotels. Like that John Legend lyric, we love its curves and all its edges.
Paired with a gold faucet and framed mirror design, and a hint of marble, this makes for one cute cloakroom.
5. Smarten up your bathroom with navy wall panels
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Want to experiment with a busy printed wallpaper in your downstairs bathroom idea but think it'll look 'messy'? Just add a wall paneling idea.
Going half and half with your cloakroom design might sound a bit indecisive but adding structure with wood panels mean you can have the best of both worlds.
So, figuratively speaking have your cake and eat it in this 2-in-1 small bathroom idea. Further develop this concept by painting your skirting boards and door the same color for interior designer levels of coordination.
6. Utilize a cloakroom effectively with built-in shelving
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Comforting and calming, white bathroom ideas create a clean feeling of luxury.
Organization is everything when it comes to making the most of your cloakroom. So a built-in bathroom storage idea can help to hide or de-clutter bathroom items and give the illusion of more room. Adding a large mirror to this downstairs bathroom idea doubles up to trick the eye.
Emma Joyce, brand manager EMEAA at Victoria + Albert Baths says:
'Traditional, white bathrooms are a timeless and stylish trend in the bathroom.'
'Varying tones of white, ivory and cream help to maintain a muted and neutral balance in a space to ensure it feels calm and serene.
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'We have noticed increasingly how consumers and retailers are being largely influenced by boutique hotel designs, and opulent bathrooms with accents of marble and bright, light colors are a classic look which people are quick to adopt.'
7. Personalize your flooring with a positive message
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OK, so a downstairs bathroom toilet isn't somewhere we'd expect you'd look your best, but a compliment is always nice to receive.
Using hexagonal mosaic tiles, this decorative bathroom tiling idea by Instagram home renovator Nina Bragg (@nina_moves_in ) definitely makes a statement.
Paired with marble wall tiles, it's a modern bathroom idea that is beautifully minimalist.
Add a taupe basket to store your toilet rolls and a matching towel rail to create a simple bathroom idea looks chic and expensive. And, of course, a large mirror to be sure you do look good before you step out of this wee WC.
8. Add a rainbow of color to a grey downstairs toilet
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Grey is a popular bathroom color idea for master bathrooms and en suites, so it's no surprise that it's a defining hue for downstairs toilet ideas too.
Its versatility means that it can be used as part of a wider interior design trend, be it a rustic bathroom idea or simply accompanied by another hue. But if you can't choose one color to complement grey, then why not have them all?
Describing her multi color wall decor idea, home renovator, Hilary Crawford says: 'You can’t have a rainbow without any rain!'
'After the past few days this seems appropriate so I thought I would post a photo of the rainbow mural in the downstairs toilet while we continue to search for our rainbow.'
9. Create a dramatic downstairs bathroom using black
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While dark green bathrooms are a popular choice for many, a black bathroom idea takes some stern thinking and consideration. But rest assured that the end results are rewarding. So are you ready to take the leap of faith and be seduced by a bold and brave loo?
Laced in licorice black paint and styled with a gold framed mirror, this cloakroom is deliciously dark.
Combined with a wooden vanity and decorative floor tiles, it is a room that revels in standing out from the crowd and sparking debate.
Tread with caution however, as this downstairs bathroom idea isn't advised for those with young children who are afraid of the dark. If you still want to commit to this design, then it's worth investing in good small bathroom lighting fixtures.
We promise the only scary thing about this design is that you didn't do it sooner.
10. Paint your downstairs lavatory in luscious purple
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Elegant and mysterious, berry, aubergine and burgundy are shades that exudes luxury when used in a purple bedroom idea. But don't underestimate the power it has in your loo too.
Paired with Opium Blush wallpaper from The Curious Department , gold pineapple decor and a tin tile splashback, this downstairs bathroom idea is the thing of Art Deco dreams.
Claire Bannatyne, who documents the renovation of her Victorian home by the coast on her Instagram account, @harvey_home_eclectic says: 'After over a year of it being created I finally got the smallest room in the house finished.
'Without any natural lighting it's tricky to show off the rich burgundy paint, another special mix from Victory Colours .
'I saved the original Victorian tiles from the old lean-to and the plan is to use them on the floor in here eventually.'
11. Tap into tradition with Regencycore
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If you want a fresh downstairs loo that is bang on trend, then a green bathroom idea is a great place to start. Fresh and floral, using foliage isn't just restricted to bohemian schemes or rustic bathroom idea.
Hannah Young , a homeowner who is renovating her whimsical 17th Century Victorian home in Somerset says: 'I did a very Instagrammy thing and went about my garden snipping grasses and made this arrangement in my downstairs toilet.
'They’re probably weeds as I have no clue about gardening. Thankfully, I think the wallpaper is creating the illusion of some flowers which aren’t actually there!'
Fancy this floral look? Shop Graham & Brown's bouquet wallpaper .
12. Create a biophilic theme with printed wallpaper
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Unfortunately, there's a small school of thought that still thinks pattern can't be used considered when looking for downstairs toilet ideas.
Thankfully, many interiors myths have been rubbished when considering cloakroom bathroom decorating. We say: Go hard or go home!
Rebecca and Ollie of Instagram renovation account @newtothenorth3020 show us what's what with their maximalist and modern bathroom idea.
Combining pastel pink tiling with a global printed wallpaper design, this quirky downstairs bathroom idea makes the most of its square meterage.
The couple made the smart decision keep their sanitaryware white for a sleek suite, allowing for their black and white flooring to make more of an impact.
13. Pick a bold wallpaper for a downstairs toilet
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What we love about decorating cloakrooms or downstairs toilets is that you can really get creative in these spaces.
Unlike your other rooms which kind of have to match in style if you want your home to have a flow, you can go to town with the decor in a downstairs loo without interrupting the overall vibe of the rest of your home.
Wallpaper is a great way to bring in these bold patterns and can actually 'expand' the space because you can clearly see the corners of the room – very clever.
14. Pick ladder storage for a downstairs toilet
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Floor space is usually at a premium in a downstairs bathroom. To practice your favorite small bathroom storage ideas, save on space with ladder storage.
Ladders look stylish, take up barely any room but are perfect for storing towels – you can get versions with shelving if you have the room, but if not you can hang string bags or baskets of the rungs for extra storage.
15. Use paneling for a traditional feel
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Making your bathroom ceiling feel taller can create the illusion that the room is bigger – you create the feeling that there is a larger distance between the half way point and the ceiling.
A really easy way to do this is with wall paneling, or if it isn't an option, you can try painting your wall half way up. We love the traditional, elegant look it brings to even the smallest of spaces too.
16. Allude to more space with a large mirror
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Here's one very easy downstairs bathroom idea to give the illusion of space. Simply hanging a large mirror in the space will help it feel more spacious, especially if you've chosen a dramatic color scheme like this fab pink and green one.
Picking a round mirror will create a softer feel than a square or rectangular one, and choosing one that's got a slime frame will add a more luxurious element to the room also.
Also note the tiles half way up the wall? That trick we just told you about to make the room feel taller is working its magic here too.
17. Add greenery to blur the edges
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Houseplants don't only make a small room more stylish, the can actually help make a room feel like there is more space.
Having all that greenery blurs the edges of the rooms so you can't quite tell the size of the room. When choosing plants, go for a couple of statement larger and dot smaller ones at different heights.
If your downstairs bathroom doesn't have a window, we would recommend going for fake since real houseplants obviously need some natural light.
18. Go for a simple monochrome color scheme
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It's design 101 that lighter spaces feel bigger, so going for a simple monochrome scheme in your downstairs bathroom makes sense.
This space is a perfect example of how it's done – white walls, white fixtures and just hints of black in the frame of the mirror, the pattern of the towel and the painted door.
19. Build in shelves to prevent a box feeling
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Open shelving is a much better option than a built in shelving unit in a downstairs bathroom.
With a relaxed, unfitted feel, they not only offers ample storage, but makes for a stylish design feature too – just style them up with home plants and accessories.
Note how these shelves are built close to the ceiling too so as not to stick out too much into the room – a nifty trick we will definitely be trying.
20. Make a downstairs toilet a seamless addition
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We love how the style of this downstairs bathroom is so cohesive with the rest of the room.
This needn't be so much of a consideration if your loo is say, under the stairs, but if it's in a room like this one, decorating it to match is will mean the rooms have a clear visual connection.
So be sure to consider the rooms that your bathroom leads on from to give it a similar vibe.
How do you decorate a small downstairs toilet?
Helen Shaw, UK Director at Benjamin Moore says: 'Often, homeowners automatically opt for pure white bathrooms to give the illusion of spaciousness. However, pint sized spaces can lend themselves well to a strong color.
'If your bathroom doesn’t benefit from natural light, rich colors can play with artificial lighting sources to make a strong style statement.
'Painting bathroom furniture in the same tone can add to the dramatic effect of a dark bathroom, add accents of interest with your choice of brass ware and accessories.'
What can I put in a small downstairs bathroom?
'Petite tubs, corner toilets, and console or wall-mount sinks, for example, have minimal footprints in these types of spaces, leaving you with plenty of room to move around.' says Adriel Harris, brand content manager at Signature Hardware .
'Take advantage of the wall space, as well.'
'Wall-mount everything you can: toilet paper holders instead of freestanding styles, storage containers using shelf brackets and shelves, and any other thing that would normally take up floor space.'
Amber Dunford, associate art director at Overstock.com adds: 'Since these bathrooms tend to get less use, you may just want to keep some basic essentials in bulk.
'This may include a basket of toilet paper rolls, hand towel stacks and perhaps a scented candle or aromatic reeds to keep it smelling fresh.
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How much value does a downstairs toilet add?
Industry research suggests a downstairs toilet is thought to add 5% in value, that’s £12,731 ($17,726), while costing just £3,000 ($4,177) on average - a profit of £9,731 ($13,549)!
Colby Short, founder and CEO of GetAgent.co.uk adds: 'All too often we plow money into our homes without considering whether it will add real value in the eyes of a buyer, as well as the cost of the job in relation to the potential return.'
'The best plan of attack is to focus on what appeals to a buyer and this is always going to be more space, particularly in the post-pandemic property market.
'An additional toilet will all help increase the appeal of your home and potentially the price you will achieve when selling.
'Of course, it’s important to have a clear plan and budget when carrying out renovations to your home.
'The value added will differ from one property to the next and so there’s no guarantee you will see a return on your investment just because you’ve plowed a sizable amount of money into renovations.
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Hebe joined the Real Homes team in early 2018 as Staff Writer before moving to the Livingetc team in 2021 where she took on a role as Digital Editor. She loves boho and 70's style and is a big fan of Instagram as a source of interiors inspiration. When she isn't writing about interiors, she is renovating her own spaces – be it wallpapering a hallway, painting kitchen cupboards or converting a van.
design ideas for a bedroom or closet
The problem of storing personal belongings occupies an important place in the organization of living space. Traditionally, wardrobes are used for this purpose, but a dressing room can be a much more convenient solution. And it is not at all necessary to allocate a large room for clothes - any corner with an area of \u200b\u200b2 sq.m. The rational design of the dressing room will ensure the effective use of each free area, allowing you to forget about bulky wardrobes, chests of drawers and mezzanines.
Dressing room in the bedroom
In houses and apartments where a separate dressing room was not provided initially, it is easiest to arrange it in the bedroom, separating it with sliding compartment doors or any other wall. The role of a barrier can be performed even by a high (up to the ceiling) cabinet or a rack with a passage.
Darkened frosted glass with sandblasted patterns will look very modern. The advantages of this option are the environmental friendliness of the material, its ability to transmit sunlight and the minimum thickness.
Arranging a dressing room in a bedroom with a non-standard shape will balance the geometry of the room. Behind the screen, it is easy to hide the excessive length of the walls, the presence of niches or ledges, using each feature of the architecture to the fullest.
Dressing room in the closet
Even in very small apartments, where there can be no question of a special room for clothes, at least 1-2 sq.
m. sometimes reserved for storage. Often this space is ignored, but if desired, it can be easily turned into a comfortable dressing room.
It is worth adding a mezzanine, narrow side shelves, lower drawers and metal rods to an ordinary 1x1 m niche, and it will become a great alternative to an expensive closet, which would still have nowhere to put.
It is recommended to use a mini dressing room with access to the corridor for outdoor and seasonal clothes, winter shoes, bags - this will help relieve space in living rooms. This solution is also preferable from the point of view of hygiene rules.
Having a larger pantry opens up a wide range of planning possibilities, but requires a thoughtful approach to the location of storage systems. It is also very important to take care of sufficient ventilation of the room, protection of things from moisture, insects, animals and odors.
Dressing room layout
Depending on the area, the location of door and window openings, the number of things and the owners' own preferences, the layout of the dressing room can be done in different ways.
Each of the presented options is characterized by certain features that make it suitable for a particular type of room.
Linear layout
Reminiscent of a familiar closet, with the only difference being that there are either no doors at all, or a floor-to-ceiling partition is installed instead, and inside there is free space to move along the shelves. This arrangement of the dressing room is ideal for installation in a rectangular room along a blank wall or around a doorway.
Parallel layout
Optimal solution for elongated corridor-type rooms, with a window or a large mirror opposite the door. In this case, the shelves and hangers are located on opposite walls, so that all things remain in sight, they are easy to get to, and the spaciousness of such a dressing room can only be envied.
The presence of a window opening solves the problem with ventilation and daylight, so it is a parallel layout that can be recommended when initially designing a dressing room in an apartment or house drawing.
U-shaped layout
Is one of the most convenient options when arranging large wardrobes. To make it convenient to use the side walls, the central part must be at least 1.5 m long.
In such a room there is room for an ironing board, a chair (and sometimes even a small sofa) and a mirror, which makes a comfortable fitting room.
Corner layout
Allows efficient use of space in rooms with limited space - bedrooms, hallways, children's rooms, attics. Placement of storage systems at an angle 90° makes it possible to store twice the amount of things compared to a conventional line cabinet.
You can separate the dressing room using sliding compartment doors - both standard and radius (semicircular). For high rooms, plasterboard or plywood partitions with a doorway are suitable, curtains and screens are different.
Arrangement of storage systems
Before furnishing a dressing room with furniture, it must be prepared taking into account all the requirements.
First, it must be a completely dry, ventilated area. It is undesirable to store clothes through the wall with a bathroom, kitchen or in the outer corner of the building, especially if it gets wet and is poorly lit by the sun. In the absence of a window, a ventilation opening with a fan will help to organize the correct microclimate, which will turn on automatically at specified intervals.
The second important criterion is isolation from extraneous odors. To give things a pleasant aroma, you can put pillows or bags with dry herbs to them: lavender, mint, linden flowers. Essential oils of plants will also protect clothes from the appearance of moths and other insects, and in order to protect your favorite wardrobe items from encroachment by pets, you should tightly close the lower shelves and doors.
As for the actual storage systems, you can either buy ready-made designs, or purchase components and do the installation yourself. The choice of wardrobes in furniture stores is quite wide: from luxurious cabinets made of lacquered solid wood to chipboard and plain plywood.
The utilitarian purpose of the room does not set high criteria for the aesthetics of shelving and hangers, but the quality of fittings, moving elements and fasteners should be given the closest attention.
To ensure a convenient arrangement of things, it is necessary to consider the required number and dimensions of certain compartments. For example, in a women's wardrobe, the height of the hangers should accommodate floor-length dresses, which is at least 1.6-1.8 m. The same height is recommended for outerwear. For jackets, shirts, 1.2 m will be enough. The optimal size of the shelves is 30-35 cm. The depth of the cabinets is calculated based on the width of the shoulders, and can vary from 50 to 70 cm.
suitcases, pillows and blankets. Above eye level, you can arrange shelves for hats, bags, umbrellas, gloves. The middle sections are occupied by hangers and shelves, under them are chests of drawers with drawers for linen, at the very bottom - nets and boxes with shoes.
The latter is conveniently stored in an inclined form, at an angle of 45-60 °, as well as in rotating radial structures.
Proper wardrobe lighting will make it easier to find the right thing. For natural color reproduction, it is desirable to choose a neutral or warm white spectrum of lamps. In addition to the bright overhead light, spot LEDs that can be mounted in shelves will not interfere. Instead of ordinary lamps in the dressing room, small spotlights will be appropriate, the direction of which can be changed at your discretion.
Useful extras
In addition to storage systems in the form of racks, drawers and hangers in the dressing room, you can not do without other auxiliary items. What exactly do you need to comfortably and quickly put together an image for work, walking or going out?
Ironing board - no one will notice it when folded, especially if you hide this useful thing in a narrow niche between wardrobe sections. Additionally, you need to install an outlet and find a place for an iron, while strictly observing fire safety rules.
Folding ladder will be needed to get the right thing from the upper "floors". And if an ordinary chair or stool can cope with this function in a small dressing room, then a light metal staircase will be indispensable for high rooms.
Organizers for jewelry, barrettes, ties, belts and other jewelry keep the little details in plain sight and always close at hand to add the finishing touch to your finished ensemble.
Full-length mirror is an essential attribute of a full dressing room. It can be installed in a free recess, make a mirrored door, or attached to a partition from the inside.
Side lights should be placed 8-10 cm on either side of the mirror, slightly below eye level, and another light directly above the mirror. Thus, the face and figure of a person will be illuminated without the formation of shadows that distort the appearance.
Dressing room finishing
Although the dressing room is usually hidden from prying eyes, even it can not do without a minimum finish.
Given the purpose of this storage room, you can use the simplest materials. The main thing is that they do not accumulate dust and moisture, and also do not interfere with the free circulation of air.
Floor
The floor in the dressing room can be exactly the same as in the living room, bedroom or nursery. Suitable wooden boards (including unpainted), parquet, laminate, cork. It is worth giving up carpet and rugs - small villi from woolen clothes, fur collars, pieces of thread, and just dust can clog into them.
Walls
The only requirement for the walls in the dressing room is that they do not crumble, otherwise sand with cement or lime can stain things. Suitable ordinary painting, inexpensive decorative plaster, paper wallpaper. The footage of this room is usually small, so it is advisable to choose a light color - white, yellowish or beige.
Ceiling
The ceiling does not play a big role in the design of the dressing room, so it can be left without decoration at all (especially if the rest of the design is made in the loft style).
In the classic versions, a flat, light surface would be appropriate - painting, wallpaper, hanging panels, stretch fabric, etc.
Dressing room design - photo
If you are interested in the design of a dressing room, we offer you to look at even more interesting options on the photos collected in our gallery. Innovative storage solutions allow you to use every centimeter of space with maximum efficiency and comfort.
Pay attention to the layout, finishes, features of furniture designs - all this will be useful when choosing the design and furnishings of the dressing room. Some of the presented design examples can be implemented with your own hands. Happy viewing!
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Fresh design idea: unisex dressing room in neoclassical (modern classic) style with flat fronts, dark wood fronts and brown floors - great interior photo
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