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17 clever ideas for an ensuite bathroom |

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We've found 17 stunning ensuite ideas for a stylish and practical ensuite bathroom. From clever partition wall ideas to divide the ensuite from the master bedroom – including sliding pocket doors, barn doors, modern Crittall doors and even just partition screens – to luxe details like lighting, tiles and brassware, these ensuite bathrooms all inspire in their own way.

There are ensuite ideas for small bathrooms too. Wood panelling can add texture to a small space, making it feel extra cosy. You could forego walls and instead zone the two areas by changing up the floor height – creating a step down (or step up) to a luxe bathing space. Or switch up the flooring itself – for example from wood or carpeting in the sleeping area to tiles around the bath or shower.

To remove the boundary between the bedroom and bathroom completely, why not move the bath to the bedroom instead? When done right, it can create a boutique hotel vibe.

Whatever your style, and whatever the size of your ensuite, you're bound to find an ensuite bathroom idea here for you.

1. Divide with sliding barn doors

Divide your ensuite bathroom from the bedroom with sliding barn doors for a country-inspired look.

(Image credit: Paul Massey)

2. Divide the bathroom area with flooring and curtains

The below ensuite bathroom features two different types of flooring, separated by a lip to signify the change in wet area from dry area. 

Get the look: The walls are not actually concrete but a painted plaster effect. The bath is a vintage find, which has been repainted. The pink curtains are from Lovely Home Idea.

(Image credit: Future)

3. Install a bath in the bedroom for a boutique hotel look

A bathtub in a bedroom creates a luxe, hotel-inspired vibe. The freestanding bath below is framed by elegant panelling, with an en-suite shower room tucked beyond the new stud wall. The soft pink colourway is a good counterbalance to the simple, functional aspects of the room.

Get the look: The Tamar bath in polished finish, Drummonds. Taps, Catchpole & Rye. Curtains in Silk Wool Pink Champagne, Fox Linton. Quilt, designed by Emma.

(Image credit: Davide Lovatti)

4. Choose space-saving pocket doors for small rooms

A small space between the master bedroom and ensuite bathroom below has been cleverly utilised as a dressing room . Two sets of sliding pocket doors separate the different spaces in a tidy way, without having doors swinging open and encroaching into this compact area.

(Image credit: Future)

5. Install Crittall-style doors for a modern look

Separate your ensuite bathroom from your master bedroom via Crittall doors – you'll want to move the loo to a separate powder room / cloakroom for privacy.

Get the look Porcelanosa sells similar marble tiles. Aston Matthews sells wall-mounted brass towel rails.

(Image credit: Paul Raeside)

6. Add texture to small spaces with woodwork

Tongue and groove panelling in the ensuite bathroom below lend a rust, country look. A modern bath and modern bathroom fittings keep it fresh.

Get the look: Bathroom design by Amos & Amos. Panelling in Blue Gray, Farrow & Ball. Bath, Duravit. Tap, The Watermark Collection

(Image credit: James Merrell)

The serene grey bathroom scheme below features modern wall panelling, recessed nook storage and a roll top bath. Aside from giving the space texture, the panelling also helps to create a rustic, country-inspired look.

(Image credit: James Merrell)

7. Install a partition screen

Install a dividing partition wall to separate a bath or loo from your sleeping zone, like the designers achieved in this modern house in Mexico .

This way the bathroom is still connected to the bedroom area, but there's an element of privacy too.

(Image credit: Casa Etérea)

The dividing brick partition wall below creates a cool and convenient separation between the bedroom and walk-in shower.

(Image credit: James Merrell)

Similarly, the ensuite bathroom below is segregated from the bedroom by a partition wall. 

(Image credit: Sean Litchfield)

8. Consider double doors that reveal a surprise feature

Double doors reveal an unexpectedly glamorous bathroom, with a feature wall of shimmery gold tiles. The metallic tiles really make this ensuite bathroom pop. 

Get the look: This is the Barcelona Bath from vandabaths.com, price from £3,675 inc vat.

(Image credit: Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Tessuto Interiors)

9. Introduce floor pattern

Floor pattern works in small bathrooms too, as the below ensuite demonstrates.

The geometric floor tiles, freestanding tub and brass details keep this bathroom firmly on trend.  

(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)

10. Zone the different spaces

This stunning ensuite bathroom is connected to the master bedroom via a wide and open doorway, making the luxe bathing space feel part of the master suite.

(Image credit: Matthew Williams)

11. Brave a bold colour scheme

For a grown-up, chic and sultry look, dive in with a dark shade.

The ceiling and vanity below were painted the same bold blue as the bath, creating a cohesive look. The steel-framed shower enclosure acts as a contrast to the more traditional panelling and vanity. Wall-mounted taps, a wall-mounted towel shelf and a clear, acrylic side table all help to make this bathroom feel spacious. 

Get the look: Floor tiles, Fired Earth. Bath, Aston Matthews. Towel rack, Soho Home.

(Image credit: Photography / James Merrell)

Who said bathroom lighting had to be boring? In this day and age there are numerous cool brands popping up, offering bathroom lighting that makes an impact.

(Image credit: uniquehomestays.com)

Or for a simple refresh, update your bathroom wall lights with some colourful new lampshades.

Get the look: Lampshades from Rosi de Ruig, wall lights from Tinsmith, mirror from Pottery Barn. Taps by Crosswater.

(Image credit: Interior Design by Studio Peake.)

13. Get a brassware update

Un-lacquered brass by Studio Ore adds warmth, modernity and glamour to this serene bathroom space. We love that striking modern pendant too. 

Get the look: Un-lacquered brass by Studio Ore. Bathtub by Victoria & Albert. Floor tiles by Emery et Cie.

(Image credit: Photography / White Arrow)

14. Dive in with all-out opulence

It's easier to go OTT in a room you don't spend huge amounts of time in, as it'll be a pleasant surprise each time you see it rather than overkill. Here this flamboyant floral bathroom wallpaper has been teamed with richly veined marble and brass detailing to dramatic effect.

(Image credit: Matthew Williams)

15. Add an eye-catching mirror

The gorgeous bathroom mirror makes a great wake up call in this beautiful marble ensuite bathroom.

(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)

16. Opt for a floating vanity for a contemporary look

The deep drawers in this wall-hung vanity unit provide ample room for towels and toiletries, while its 'floating' style frees up floor space. 

(Image credit: Anna Stathaki)

17. Heritage details

In a small space it makes sense to keep materials to a minimum, so the bath panel blends with the grey timber flooring. Heritage details such as the towel rail, mirror and wall lights add character to this loft ensuite bathroom.

Get the look: Find similar baths and basins at V+A Baths.

(Image credit: Future)

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12 Small Ensuite Layouts, Designs & Ideas For Your Bathroom

Designing a functional yet stylish ensuite or bathroom when you have a limited area to work with can pose a range of challenges. These include freeing up floor space, building into awkward areas, allowing for storage, and lighting up windowless rooms. So if you’re building or ready to renovate, here are 12 small ensuite layouts that will help transform this much-used area of the home.

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This is a classically-themed ensuite with a lovely neutral and “clean” palette base. However, pops of colour on the splash back and tiling and the timber accents on the textured glass windows keep it from looking too bland. And that vanity! Shaker-style cabinetry and a marble-look top add a luxurious edge. In terms of layout, there is ample space, although they’ve used it efficiently. This can be seen with the “shub” (shower/tub combination) and the fact that the toilet has been allocated elsewhere. Twin sinks also mean multiple occupants can be in the room at the same time, which is a great option for families at bath time!

Ok, so this ensuite design and colour palette won’t suit everyone, but it certainly exudes an oriental-style personality. Marbled accents, antiquities placed on the above-toilet and feature shelving, and the addition of the gold-edged mirror … pure decadence. Layout-wise, it has the luxury of space, but is still a clever design. The toilet is positioned discreetly and blends seamlessly into the dark tiling, and the shower an amply sized feature. The use of lighting in this windowless bathroom also enhances its size. Oh, and we can’t forget that golden, light-splashed basin. Hand-washing would be pure joy in this household.

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This is a classic “three-in-a-row” ensuite layout – meaning the plumbing components (the shower, toilet and vanity) are all on the one wall, so construction costs would have been reduced. Design-wise, it is simple and efficient and an ideal layout for a single or small household or a guest bathroom. The colour palette is simple — black and white predominantly with warm accents in the shelving and brass-look tapware. The mosaic floor tiling, the walk-in shower with its feature screen and subway tiles, super-cute in-shower bench and splashes of greenery complete the personality of this bathroom as a sumptuous yet edgy oasis for pampering.

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Some would refer to this layout as the “hotel special”, as space-wise, it is the type of ensuite you’d find in a smaller hotel. But it does have its advantages in terms of its three-in-a-row cost-saving plumbing design. It is also compact, functional and minimalist. Tap ware, the “beehive” tiled floor, sink and “floating” toilet all give it a contemporary twist as does the matte black tap ware. The timber-look cabinetry is also on-trend (very Scandy). Not a bathroom for a big household, but nonetheless, somewhere to enjoy a long, hot shower and an end-of-night teeth-brushing session.

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OK, no shower or bath to be seen here. Probably because this property owner has another adjoining room that is just as stunning. Side-by-side, the toilet and basin are similar in design as is the mirror and slant-y ceiling feature. This room has clearly defined “zones”, which can make smaller spaces feel more generous. Thanks to the contrasting tiled splashback and wood wall panelling, the two areas feel very separate and create a sense of distance. The addition of crisp white towels and an organic-looking basket make it a “relieving” spot that is pure class.

Image from Apartment Therapy

The vertical layout of this “powder room” (a term referring to a smaller room without a shower or bath), creates clean lines and enhances the space, as does its white subway tiles. It’s a whimsical design full of personality from the sprightly floral wallpaper and polished timber flooring to the brass tap ware and Victorian-style exposed metal pipework under the vanity. And we love the open shelving with its menagerie of bottled delights. It’s a clever feature that proves this often purely functional room can also be used as a storage area (for almost anything!) as well.

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Again, a cost-saving ensuite layout with side-by-side plumbing installed in the “shub” and vanity. And the choice of design elements is divine with an old-world charm — from the shiny, roughly-hewn subway tiles and retro-inspired fixtures to the brass Victorian-style tap ware and marble-look vanity and bath edges. The colour palette is warm and inviting — deep, chocolate browns and sumptuous metallics create a cosy haven for relaxation, but the layout is also thoughtfully designed to make the most of natural light that reflects beautifully off each gilt-edged surface.

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This is another small space with a big, bold personality! Layout-wise, the pedestal tub and toilet are efficiently positioned to allow room for a double-drawer vanity and a contemporary counter-top basin. The design is modern-meets-art-deco with the geometrical wall tiles, star-inspired feature wall and honeycomb patterned tiling on the floor. The statement free-standing bath features openly displayed metallic pipe ware and ornately slippered feet, and verdant potted ferns add softness and an organic ambiance. And for those who love spending plenty of time tub-soaking, there is a convenient bathtub caddy for candles (and, dare we say, wine glass placement).

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As far as guest ensuites go, this one is far from a “second thought” addition to the home. The layout is simple and efficient, and a shutter-free window bathes the room in soft, natural light. The substantial mirror enhances the room’s size with its reflective qualities, and visual interest is added with the soft grey geometric tiling, and metallic finishes on the mirror, towel rack, vanity handles and tap ware. But the star of this design show? The deep, dark blue finish on the vanity that adds vibrancy and creates a focal point for the entire room.

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Even the smallest of spaces can look elegant, modern and chic, and this displayed exceptionally well in this under-stair shower room. It’s cutting-edge design is a combination of shapes, textures and a neutral colour palette of white, matte black and variegated timber-look flooring that continues up the vanity wall to unite the space. The mirror, contemporary tap ware and freestanding vanity (no pipe ware to be seen here!) add an uber-modern twist, and oh, the shower. Big, bold and with an impressive rain head shower head, it exudes resort-style sophistication.

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The owners of this simplistic yet stylish ensuite are clearly shower fans, and its size and features ensure an undoubtedly pleasurable cleansing experience. The clear glass shower screen and mottled grey/white tiling add to the sense of space, and the shower niche adds an up-to-the minute design twist. The rest of the room features all-white walls, understated cabinetry and an unobtrusive toilet, allowing the darker grey tiling on the shower floor to become an aesthetic focus. A stack of fluffy towels and a pop of stylish, natural greenery complete the look.

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Tiling has been used to great effect in this tiny, yet functional powder room. Subway tiles are a popular current choice for wet areas in a home and add a contemporary edge. However, it is the multitude of patterns on the muted grey floor tiling that give this room a unique twist. The free-standing toilet and splashes of matte black break up the neutral colour palette, as does the open timber shelving, which provides the perfect “support” for an edgy bench-mounted basin.

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Bathroom Projects - 35 Layout Ideas Photos

Have you thought about the idea of ​​​​creating an original bathroom project - multifunctional, compact and stylish? Do you want to be proud of your bathroom and make it truly unique? No problem!

We have prepared for you a selection of photo ideas for bathroom planning projects with the placement of all necessary plumbing.

Meet, draw conclusions and turn your ideas into reality.
We are absolutely sure that your bathroom will be the best!


small bathroom project idea1 (area 3.5 sq.m) photo1

The idea is that instead of a bathtub, a square type shower enclosure measuring 80x100cm with a sliding door and a low shower tray made of cast marble with a drain tray is installed. White glossy furniture 100cm wide hanging type with a large mirror with internal lighting. Wardrobe cabinet-black, placed in the corner at the entrance. Wall hung toilet bowl with installation system hidden in the wall. Heated towel rail - ladder type (70x120cm) The design idea is the contrast of white and black.


project of a small bathroom with a window idea 2 (area 4 sq.m) photo 2

Multifunctionality and compactness were taken as the idea. Both a bathtub and a shower are located on an area of ​​1.6x2.5m. The rectangular acrylic bathtub (dimensions 160x70cm), which is separated from the shower area by a partition, simultaneously performs the function of zoning. The width of the shower compartment is 80 cm x 100 cm. A round shower system with a mixer-thermostat and a multifunctional watering can was used. Towel dryer - electric (glass panel 60x160cm) Hanging furniture with mirror cabinet width 90cm


project of a small bathroom with a window idea 3 (area 2.7 sq.m) photo 3

The idea of ​​a very compact option with the placement of the most necessary sanitary ware. The drain system is built directly into the floor with water removal through a drain tray measuring 10x60cm. Wall-hung toilet with wall-mounted installation system. Wash-stand with a mirror 70 cm wide.0003


very small bathroom project idea 4 (area 2.7 sq.m) photo 4

Bathroom width 1.6 m length 1.7 m. The shower niche is quite wide with dimensions (80x160cm) and two front walls made of GKLV, which perform the function of zoning the room.
Doors 85 cm. oar two folding from the tempered 5 mm. glass. For such a width, it became possible to make a seat, which is also very convenient. Drainage system in the floor, through a long drain tray. The shower system is multifunctional. Sink furniture laid on type 65cm. together with shelves and a mirror, it performs the function of furniture. Wall-hung toilet with wall-mounted installation system.


Bathroom project idea idea 5 (width 1.6m length 1.8m). photo 5

Shower enclosure 90x90cm square type with one-section hinged door with shower system, thermostatic mixer and multifunctional hand shower. Drainage through the shower tray built into the floor. Hanging bathroom furniture 90 cm wide with a mirror cabinet. Wall hung toilet bowl with built-in installation system. A niche above it will allow you to place glass shelves for accessories and supplies. Water heated towel rail 70 cm wide and 1.4 m high.


project of a bathroom with a window idea 6 (area 4 sq.m) photo 6

The idea consists in a double-sided clear zoning of the shower compartment with 1.8 m high GKVL partitions with tiling. The shower system is built into the wall, draining through a drain built into the floor. Passage between partitions 50 cm. Acrylic rectangular bathtub 160x70cm with front panel. Wall-mounted toilet bowl with built-in installation system in a separate box. Hanging furniture 120 cm wide with a large illuminated mirror. Water heated towel rail 60 cm wide. 180 cm high.


bathroom project with a window idea 7 (area 4.7 sq.m) photo 7

The main idea - furniture with two sinks is a kind of "chip" and will be justified if family members want to have their own separate sink with their own accessories and accessories .In principle, each sink can be fitted with the faucet model that best suits your personal needs. Cast marble shower tray 80 cm wide and 180 cm long. Instead of doors, a 120 cm wide shower screen was used. Shower system with a mixer-thermostat and a multifunctional shower head. Water-type heated towel rail 180x60cm.


bathroom project with a window idea 8 (area 4. 7 sq.m) photo 8

An interesting design option for a bathroom with an original solution for making a shower enclosure with walls made of GKVL (70x70cm) finished with ceramic tiles that perform the function of zoning. The original solution is the tiled seats placed in the corners. All communications are located inside the wall, which is very convenient for connecting a shower system with a mixer and a watering can, a water heated towel rail and a toilet bowl. The drain is located directly in the floor, which is 10 cm higher than the main one. A wall-hung corner toilet with a corner installation system is a convenient and practical option for placement in a small bathroom space. Hanging furniture with a large mirror 120 cm wide.


bathroom project with a window idea 9 (area 3.8 sq.m) photo 9

A simple version with a standard set of plumbing fixtures and a washing machine. Shower enclosure made of 8mm tempered tinted glass 80x100cm rectangular type with a single leaf door. Shower system with thermostatic mixer and watering can. Drainage is made through a long tray mounted directly into the floor. Floor furniture with a mirror and lighting 90 cm wide. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box. All communications are closed with a separate box on the side of which there is a niche with shelves for storing accessories and supplies. Electric heated towel rail 70x120cm. It simultaneously acts as a heating radiator under the window. Two-section wardrobe 90x160cm with built-in washing machine inside.


bathroom layout with window idea 10 (area 5 sq.m) photo 10

Medium-sized bathroom: (width 2.5m length 2.0m) includes the following sanitary ware.
Cast marble oval bathtub 160x70cm with built-in mixer tap. Hanging furniture 110cm wide. with sink, mirror and lighting. Separate mirror 70cm wide and 120cm high. located on the wall from the left end of the bath. Shower enclosure rectangular type 120x80cm. with sliding door and tempered 8mm tinted glass. Shower system with thermostatic mixer and multifunctional watering can. Drainage of water into the sewer through a tray 100 cm long. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box with a two-mode button.


bathroom project idea 11 (area 3.4 sq.m) width 1.7 length 2.0 m photo 11

The main idea of ​​the project is a shower separated by a decorative GKVL partition finished with ceramic tiles, inside which communications are located. Dimensions width 30x100x20cm. height 200cm. The passage is small, only 50cm. Drainage through built-in shower drain. Shower system with a mixer built into the partition and a multifunctional watering can. From the outside, a water heated towel rail is installed on the partition - a ladder 80x120cm. Quite rationally placed corner wall-hung toilet bowl with corner installation system placed in a separate box and trimmed with ceramic tiles. Hanging furniture 100 cm wide with a large illuminated mirror.


bathroom layout with two windows idea 12 (area 3. 4 sq.m) width 2.0m length 1.7m photo 12

The layout includes the following plumbing. Rectangular acrylic bathtub 170x70cm with built-in faucet on the side of the bathtub and a shower system placed on the wall. On the front side of the bath there is a glass shower curtain (fence) with a width of 80cm. on hinges opening to the right side to the window. Hanging furniture 70 cm wide. With a mirror with internal illumination. Towel dryer - ladder width 60 cm. height 140 cm. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box and a two-mode button.


idea for a bathroom with a window idea 13 (area 3.56 sq.m) width 1.8m length 2.2m photo 13

The layout includes the following plumbing. Acrylic asymmetric bathtub 180x90cm with a 60cm wide partition made of 8mm tempered glass with a mixer in the wall, a shower bar and a multi-mode watering can. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a wide box. On top of the box there is a tabletop for placing accessories and supplies. Instead of furniture, a wide 130 cm table top with a 60 cm wide countertop and a tall mixer tap was used. There are shelves for accessories on the bottom of the table top. Towel dryer - water ladder 60 cm wide. 120 cm high.


project of a bathroom with a window and a washing machine idea 14 (area 5 sq.m) width 1.8m length 2.6m photo 14

The layout includes the following plumbing. Large rectangular shower enclosure 160cmx90cm with ceramic tiled seat. 8mm tinted tempered glass. Sliding one section door. Shower system with thermostatic mixer and hand shower. Drainage through shower tray 100cm. embedded directly into the floor. Towel dryer - ladder 80x140cm. Wall hung toilet. The sink is 80 cm wide. All communications, including the installation system, are located behind a false wall made of GKVL lined with tiles.


bathroom with a window and a washing machine idea 15 (area 4.0 sq.m) 2.0x2.0m photo 15

A very simple and compact bathroom project with a shower located in a niche measuring 1600x80cm. 8mm tempered glass enclosure with one centrally located door. The dimensions allow you to place a faucet, a shower system or a bar with a watering can in any convenient place. Drainage is provided through a shower ladder built into the floor. Toilet bowl floor two regime. Floor standing furniture with 80 cm wide artificial marble sink with large wardrobe and mirror. To the left of the door, you can place an electric or water heated towel rail.


Very compact bathroom project with a window idea 16 (area 4.3 sq.m) photo 16

The main idea of ​​this rational project is to place all the most necessary sanitary ware in a small area (1.8 m wide, 2.4 m long). Acrylic rectangular bathtub 1700x70cm. with built-in wall mixer. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system placed in a separate box with a two-mode button. Shower enclosure 90x90cm. with hinged door, low shower tray and shower system with multi-mode hand shower. Water-type heated towel rail (dimensions 60x120cm). Bathroom furniture 80 cm wide with mirror and lighting. Wardrobe two-section width 40cm.


bathroom project idea idea 17 (area 2.8 sq.m) photo 17

The non-standard geometric shape of the bathroom and the small size made it possible to place the necessary sanitary ware, but without a toilet bowl. If you reduce the width of the furniture (in the project it is 110cm, the mirror is 100cm) to 50-60cm and shift it to the left corner, it will be possible to place a floor-standing toilet in the center. A good option with the use of corner furniture and mirrors on the sides. Acrylic asymmetric bathtub 160x70cm.Mixer with thermostat. Shower rack with multi-mode watering can. Towel dryer - water type ladder 50x160cm. Floor cabinet 45cm wide.


bathroom project idea 18 (area 3.8 sq.m) width 2.0m, length 1.9m photo 18

Includes all the most necessary sanitary ware. Asymmetric acrylic bathtub 160x70cm. Wall-mounted faucet with thermostat and shower head. Between the end of the bathtub and the wall there is a seat lined with ceramic tiles, which is very convenient. Hanging furniture with a sink made of artificial marble 70 cm wide. with wardrobe and illuminated mirror. Shower enclosure 90x90 cm. without shower tray with water outlet through a wide tray 80 cm long. allowing to receive a large flow of water from the shower system. The system includes an overhead shower with a diameter of 350mm. and mixer thermostat with multi-mode watering can. Glass at a protection tempered 8 mm thick. The design is reinforced with additional upper elements of fastening to the wall. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box with a two-mode button.


project of a walk-through bathroom idea 19 (area 3.5 sq.m) width 1.6m, length 2.2m photo 19

A very convenient project for two rooms, including all the necessary plumbing. Shower enclosure 120x80cm with double sliding doors and 6mm tempered tinted glass. Shower tray acrylic low. Thermostatic faucet with multifunctional shower head. Bathroom furniture with floor type mirror 80 cm wide. In addition to everything, the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room allows you to place an additional cabinet and a pencil case. Heated towel rail - a ladder 60 cm wide. 180 cm high. Suspended type toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box made of GKVL.


bathroom with zoning elements idea 20 (area 4.8 sq.m) width 2.2m, length 2.2m photo 20

between themselves and the main room with partitions from GKVL. Partitions are finished on all sides with ceramic tiles. Bath acrylic rectangular type 170x70cm. Instead of furniture, a tabletop 130 cm long was used with an overhead round sink. Pay attention to the rationality of such a solution, where the countertop fills the space between the end of the bath and the wall. Wall-hung toilet with wall-mounted installation system. Shower area 90x110cm with shower system, watering can and thermostatic mixer.


bathroom with a large shower cabin idea 21 (area 3.6 sq.m) width 1.9m, length 1.9m photo 21

A very rational project with maximum use of the entire area of ​​the bathroom. The base of the shower project is 190cm wide. depth 100cm. separated from the premises by partitions 50 cm wide. made of gypsum board finished with tiles and 2.1 m high. Two-section tempered glass doors 90cm wide. On each side, seats are made 40 cm wide, which is very convenient and creates additional comfort. Drainage of a large volume of water from the shower system is provided by a shower tray 1.1m long. Multifunctional shower head, mixer tap with thermostat. A wall-mounted toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box made of GKVL with a two-mode button. Hanging furniture width 90cm with large mirror and overhead lighting.


bathroom project with a large window idea 22 (area 4 sq.m) width 2.0m length 2.0m photo 22

The following sanitary ware is used in the project. Asymmetric acrylic bathtub 170x80cm. Shower system with multifunctional watering can and thermostatic mixer. Hanging type bathroom furniture 90cm wide. with artificial marble top. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box made of GKVL. Towel dryer ladder type width 60cm. length 180cm.


bathroom project idea 23 (area 4sq.m) width 2.2m length 1.8m photo 23

The base uses a large shower space, which occupies almost 30% of the total bathroom area. 130cm wide tempered glass shower enclosure. Cast marble shower tray 80x130cm. The watering can on the rod is multi-mode, the mixer with a thermostat. Floor type bathroom furniture 80 cm wide. with a mirror. Ladder heated towel rail 60x180cm. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into the GKVL box with a two-mode button.


Original project of a bathroom with a window idea 24 (area 3.2 sq.m) 1.6x2.0 m photo 24

The basis is a diagonal shower screen with sliding doors made of frosted tempered glass 100 cm wide. Drainage of water through the shower drain, shower system with shower head and faucet. For greater comfort in the shower, a seat with ceramic tiles has been made. Bathroom furniture 60cm wide. floor type. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an angular installation system and two mode buttons mounted in a separate box made of GKVL.


project of a bathroom with a window idea 25 (area 4sq.m) 1.8x2.2m photo 25

A side-mounted toilet bowl with an installation system built into the wall is separated by a false partition from the shower 70cm wide. Shower screen made of 8mm tempered glass 90cm wide. The shower head is multi-mode, a mixer with a thermostat. Drainage through shower tray 80cm wide. embedded in the floor. Furniture for a bathroom suspended 100 cm wide. with large overhead mirror. Towel rail 60cm wide and 160cm high.


bathroom project with a large window idea 26 (area 4.6 sq.m) 2.0x2.3m photo 26

The base is a rectangular bathtub 170x80cm built into the podium. artificial marble. A wall-hung toilet bowl with an installation system built into a separate box. Shower screen made of 8mm. tempered tinted glass 90cm wide. Shower system with watering can and faucet. Drainage through a shower drain built into the floor. The two-door case is built into the wall and separated from the door by a GKVL partition. Instead of furniture, a long countertop with a built-in sink and a wide mirror is used. Water heated towel rail 50 cm wide. and height 170cm.


bathroom with a window idea 27 (area 4 sq.m) 1.8x2.2 m photo 27

A very rational project includes all the necessary plumbing. Bath of their artificial marble oval type 170x80cm. with front panel. Hanging type bathroom furniture 100cm wide with a large top-lit mirror. Corner shower enclosure made of tempered 8mm glass with one door. Shower system, shower switch mounted in a corner structure made of GKVL and finished with ceramic tiles. Drain through the shower drain built into the floor. The hanging type toilet is built into the original GKVL box inside which the installation system with two mode buttons is mounted.


bathroom project idea 28 (area 3. 6 sq.m) 1.8mx2.0m photo 28

Based on the corner arrangement of the shower enclosure and the toilet bowl, which is very rational for small bathroom areas. Shower walls - GKVL structure finished with ceramic tiles. Shower doors oar two-section from the tempered 6 mm glass. In the corner there is an original shelf for accessories in the same material and finish. Mixer thermostat with shower column and watering can. Drainage through the shower tray built into the floor. Wall-mounted corner toilet bowl with a corner installation system mounted in a box and a two-mode button. Water heated towel rail 80x140cm. Bathroom furniture hanging 9 wide0cm with mirror and backlight.


bathroom project idea 29 (area 4.4 sq.m) 2.2mx2.2m photo 29

The shower area is separated from the main one by partitions made of GKVL and tiled. Hanging type bathroom furniture 90cm wide. with large mirror and lighting. Inside there are communications (pipes of water supply and sewerage), which is very convenient for symmetrical connection of plumbing. Water heated towel rail 60x160cm. Rectangular cast marble bathtub length 170cm width 70cm. built into the podium made of GKVL and tiled. Please note that if you wish, you can add a toilet to the project and place it opposite the door. It is enough just to shift the bath to the left side.


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It is unique in its own way because of the large top-lit mirrors located on both sides of the wall. They create an excellent effect of expanding space. Asymmetric acrylic bathtub 160 cm long and 110 cm wide. Wall-mounted faucet with multi-mode shower head. A side-mounted toilet with an installation system built into the wall and a two-mode button. Washbasin 70 cm wide with a shelf for accessories. The presence of a washing machine favorably distinguishes this project from others.


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Perhaps this is the most super compact version of a small bathroom. Shower enclosure 90x90cm with acrylic shower tray, shower panel and shower head. Glass tinted 6mm thick. with additional fastening to the wall, ensuring the reliability and stability of the entire structure. Floor-mounted toilet bowl with two-way flush button. Sink - cabinet one-door angular 70x70cm with a mirror and top lighting.


project of a bathroom with a washing machine and a window idea 32 (area 5.4 sq.m) 2.7m x2.0m photo 32

Instead of a shower cabin, this option uses a partition made of GKVL lined with ceramic tiles. Inside which there are communications (hot and cold water), which greatly simplifies the connection of the shower system, shower head and mixer. Hinged door 90 cm wide. made of 6 mm tempered tinted glass. Water drain through the shower drain mounted directly into the floor and located in the corner. Bath acrylic rectangular type 170x70cm. with tiled front screen. Mixer with watering can wall type. Bathroom furniture 100 cm wide with faux marble top and large overhead mirror. Case - case one section with a mirrored door 45 cm wide. If desired, if you reduce the width of the furniture, you can install a toilet bowl instead of a pencil case. In this case, the bathroom will be the most functional.


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A modern and stylish option with all the necessary plumbing. Acrylic asymmetric bathtub 170x80cm. mixer with built-in watering can. Wall-hung toilet with wall-mounted installation system and dual-mode button. Heated towel rail (ladder type) 60 cm wide and 120 cm high. Bathroom furniture 180 cm wide. with invoice 70 cm. sink With large mirror and overhead lighting. Wall mounted mirror cabinet 140cm wide. Another wardrobe 160cm wide. located at the bottom. The washing machine is built into the wall and harmoniously fits into the overall design of the bathroom.


bathroom project with a window idea 34 (area 5.2 sq.m) 2.6m x2.0m photo 34

The idea is that on the sides of the window all the necessary plumbing is located along the entire length of the wall, which creates the effect bright and spacious room. The 2.6 meter wide tabletop is a very practical and interesting solution. A wall-hung toilet with a built-in installation system under the countertop. The flush button is located on the top. Sink of laid on type 80 cm wide. Mirror with side lights. Bathtub acrylic asymmetric type 170х90cm Shower enclosure made of two sections of 8mm tempered glass with an additional element reinforcing the entire structure. Sliding one section door. Acrylic pallet size 90x90cm. with anti-slip coating.


bathroom project idea 35 (area 5.3 sq.m) 2.3mx2.3m photo 35

Includes an asymmetric acrylic bathtub 1.5x1.2m. Semi-circular shower enclosure with 6mm tempered glass sliding doors and structural reinforcements. Cast marble shower tray. Shower system with multifunctional watering can and mixer thermostat. Bathroom furniture floor type with a large mirror width 90cm A side-mounted toilet with an installation system built into the wall and a two-mode button.

We hope you found an interesting idea and photo of the bathroom layout that will make your dreams come true. Good luck!

Bathroom layout: 117 photos, bathroom design tips

01/23/2022

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We tell you how to plan a bathroom in old and new houses. We analyze options for an adjacent and separate bathroom, give general advice on creating a layout.

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A bathroom in an apartment is usually small in size, and for independent planning, this is both a plus and a minus. On the one hand, there is no need to think through zoning and complex arrangement of furniture. On the other hand, there are not so many options for its placement, and sometimes it is not at all clear how to place everything you need on 3-4 squares. In this article, we tell you how to create a bathroom layout in any apartment, as well as share useful ideas and show photos of real interiors

All about planning solutions

Type of bathroom
— Combined
— Separate
House type
— Stalinka
— Khrushchev
— Brezhnevka
— New building
Planning advice
– Plumbing
— Furniture

There is still no consensus on which bathroom layout is better, combined or separate. Both options have their pros and cons. Another question - is it possible to change the type of room? For example, combine a bathroom and a toilet to create a more spacious and ergonomic space. In short, it is possible - except for two cases:

Remodeling can be simple (demolishing a wall) or complex (demolishing a wall and adding part of a hallway or storage room). Any of them, as well as the combination of two rooms into one, must be agreed upon.

Combined

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A combined bathroom has a number of significant advantages:

There are also disadvantages:

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Example 1

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In a small square room, it is better to place furniture and plumbing along the walls. If the room has ledges (for example, a box with communications), niches and other architectural features, be guided by them.
For example, here we see a small ledge in the corner. It shortens the length of two adjacent walls, so a toilet bowl with a hygienic shower and a sink were placed along them. The wall to the left of the entrance was enough to put a rectangular bathtub and hang a compact heated towel rail.

Example 2

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If you are planning a bathroom from 6 sq. m and more, here you can already start working with space. For example, in this spacious room there was a place for a bath, shower, toilet, sink, washing machine and several storage systems.
So that furniture and plumbing are not just randomly located along the wall, the area with a shower was separated from the rest of the space by a small partition. She also became a wall for the shower box. To avoid visual noise in the room, use built-in closed storage systems if the area allows.

Separate

Separate type is often found in old houses: Khrushchev, stalinka, panels.

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The advantages are obvious:

Cons:

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Example 1

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This planning solution is typical for standard Khrushchev houses and panels. With the proper arrangement of all elements, even on an area of ​​​​2.3 squares, there is a place for a full-fledged bath and washing machine.
So, here a bowl with a standard width of 70 cm was placed along the wall opposite the entrance. The length of this model is 140 cm, but there are also more compact options: for example, 130 and 120 cm.
To the right of the entrance, a sink with a capacious pedestal under it was placed, to the left - a utility closet with a washing machine and a dryer. If you do not need a dryer, you can make shelves for storing towels or household chemicals in its place.

Example 2

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And here is an example of the design of the toilet and bathroom in stalinka. Here the room is square, with a small niche on the left. In general, the placement of elements is standard: a bowl along the wall opposite the entrance, on the right is a sink with a small storage system, on the left is a washing machine or utility closet.
A toilet is placed in the toilet, optionally a hygienic shower or several narrow shelves for storing toilet paper and small items.

Stalinka

Apartments in Stalinist buildings are associated with high ceilings, large windows and many rooms.

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Depending on the series, there are plans with an adjacent and separate sanitary unit. A typical option in the second case is a bathroom of 3 square meters. m and toilet 1.7 sq. m. You can combine them, but only with the coordination of redevelopment.

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On the right, a standard bowl or a homemade shower box fits perfectly - it will turn out to be quite spacious.

Example 2

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In some stalinkas, utility rooms are quite large. For example, in this project, a separate bathroom and a bathroom were combined and received a common room of 8 square meters.
For space zoning, a partition was used that separates the toilet area. A bathtub and a shower room were placed opposite the entrance, and there was also a place for a large sink and storage system.

Khrushchevka

Spacious stalins were replaced by Khrushchevs - apartments with a modest area and inconvenient planning solutions by today's standards.

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Among the main problems are the small kitchen and bathroom. For example, in houses of series II-18-0108 and II-18-0109, the area of ​​adjacent bathrooms did not exceed 2.4 square meters. This is comparable to a bathroom in a small studio. The situation is slightly better in the 1605-AM series: a sanitary unit 3 squares and a toilet 1 square. If you combine them, you need to work with the layout of the bathroom 2 by 2.

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On the side of the entrance there will be a small sink with a pedestal. If there is space left, organize a compact storage system: a rack, mini-cart or shelves.
In a 1-1.5 sq. m, as a rule, only the toilet and communications fit. You can add a couple of narrow shelves for additional storage.

Example 2

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If you have a Khrushchev with a combined sanitary unit or you decide to combine it, see our bathroom layout ideas 4 sq. M.
Here, the layout of the elements was planned based on a square ledge in the corner. There was a rectangular bowl along the wall, and cabinets to the right of the entrance. If desired, you can put a narrow washer there - for example, with a vertical load.
On the left, a compact toilet bowl (37 cm wide) and a washbasin with cabinet (50 cm wide) were installed.

Brezhnevka

Houses of Brezhnev's development are popularly called "improvements" - it was believed that their layouts were more successful compared to Khrushchev houses.

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In apartments, in addition to load-bearing walls, there are almost always additional internal partitions. The bathroom, as a rule, is separate (adjacent ones are found in odnushki). When repairing, it is important to consider the following points:

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Example 1

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Usually, non-residential premises in Brezhnevka houses are a little more spacious compared to Khrushchev houses, so it is not so difficult to place everything you need there. For example, here we see an option for planning a bathroom combined with a toilet in a kopeck piece.
To the left of the entrance, there was enough space for a spacious rectangular bath 80 by 180 cm. A sink and a toilet bowl with a storage system were placed on the other two sides. If you put a shower, a washing machine will fit here.

Example 2

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This apartment is located in a house built in 1973. The owners got a tiny bathroom with an area of ​​​​only 2.1 square meters. m and toilet 1.1 sq. m. In order not to complicate and not delay the repair, they decided not to combine. The essentials were placed on a small footage: a toilet in one, a bath with a sink in the other.
The design of the houses in this series allows you to coordinate the demolition of the adjacent wall. In this case, 3.2 squares will be available. The toilet can be moved and thus make room for a small washing machine or utility closet.

Modern homes come in a variety of layouts, from tiny bathrooms in studios to spacious bathrooms. In three-, four- and five-room apartments, two bathrooms are most often provided - both can be combined even with a large number of residents.

An area of ​​4.5 squares, as in this example, allows you to comfortably place everything you need in a typical apartment. Here we see the layout of the combined bathroom: a bowl was installed opposite the entrance, a long installation, a hanging toilet bowl and a large sink were installed on the side.
In this project, there is almost no space between the door and the wall on the left, so it will not work to place a sink or washing machine there. In such cases, you can use the space for a shallow rack, shelves or heated towel rail.

Example 2

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Another example of a planning solution for a standard 4-square room. The location of the plumbing was calculated from the toilet area. As a result, there was enough space for a rectangular bowl, a toilet bowl, a sink, cabinets and a washing machine.
As the author of the project writes in his blog, initially the washing machine was supposed to be under the sink, and in its place - a utility locker, but the full-size model did not fit under the countertop. As a result, it was moved to the toilet, and all the necessary storage was organized under the sink.

In a spacious room, you can easily find a place for everything you need, but in typical apartments, the footage is usually limited. Therefore, consider the important nuances of planning a small bathroom.

Plumbing

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To avoid blockages, the toilet should be located as close to the riser as possible, so plan its location first. It is also important to decide whether you want a shower or a sitz bath. For small spaces, the optimal layout of the bathroom with a shower or a homemade box - this option saves a lot of space. The vacated area can be given under the washer or locker. If the bath is important, and the footage is very small, take a closer look at the corner models - there are very compact ones, the size of a shower cabin.

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Plan them after the plumbing, because you can refuse the utility closet, but the toilet is unlikely. If there is very little space, think about where to take some of the things: for example, store towels in the closet in the bedroom, and cleaning supplies and toilet paper stocks in the hallway or on the loggia.

Suitable for small rooms:

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