Help designing a bathroom
How to design a bathroom: expert bathroom planning advice
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Wondering how to design a bathroom?
Designing a bathroom will take perhaps more thought than any other room. The kitchen might be the exception but, even here, there is invariably the reassuring presence of a kitchen designer to smooth the process.
With the bathroom, you will often find yourself managing the plasterer, the plumber and the flooring installer alone, so it can feel a little overwhelming.
The typical bathroom is small, requiring clever use of space to shoehorn in all the desired features and make it good looking and comfortable at the same time.
And installation can be deceptively tricky, involving plumbing, intricate spatial design and technical skills.
With a range of inspirational bathroom ideas to choose from, it pays to have some kind of design service, either from an interior designer, a specialist bathroom designer or, at the very least, an experienced builder/plumber with an eye for design.
Much like planning a kitchen, when approaching how to design a bathroom you can get the ball rolling by analyzing how you use your current room, noting what works and what doesn’t.
Then, look at bathroom pictures for inspiration and draw up a wish list that takes into account all potential users, their individual needs and imagine how these might change in the future.
For instance, a family bathroom will usually require a bath, hardwearing and splash proof surfaces, while a master bathroom or en-suite can afford to be a bit more luxurious.
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How do you plan a new bathroom layout?
As there are so many bathroom layout ideas to choose from, how you plan your new bathroom layout will depend on many factors. This includes the function of the bathroom, the size, who will be using the bathroom and how often.
Let's start with the design effects that a good bathroom layout can create:
- The view upon entrance: This is an important part of design, so makes a good starting point for your bathroom layout – you want to see the bath or basin first, not the toilet.
- Choose one key piece: Be it a freestanding bath, heart-stopping vanity unit or a beautifully tiled shower area and build the layout around it.
- Symmetrical layouts: if the room’s proportions lend themselves to symmetry, it is worth plotting a symmetrical layout, perhaps aligned with an architectural gem like an original sash window.
- Make space: ensure there is adequate space around each fitting for comfortable use and pay attention to the swing of shower doors. In a tight space choose inward opening doors or an over-bath shower.
- Ask experts: ‘Seek specialists' help to see beyond the existing layout. It’s surprising how even the smallest of bathrooms can be imaginatively planned,’ adds Darren Paxford, National Sales Manager, Vitra .
- Create drama in larger bathrooms: avoid everything clinging to the walls and instead experiment with angles. An offset bath can prove more dynamic, or incorporate a clever walk-in shower idea behind your bath by bringing the bath forward.
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'When planning a bathroom, always start with the layout,' advises Yousef Mansuri, Head of Design at C.P. Hart .
'The layout of the scheme is primarily dictated by the position of the soil stack pipe for the WC and whether it can be moved or not. The toilet has stricter limitations than moving pipework due to the fall of the waste.'
The ideal is to work with minimal bends in the toilet's pipework to avoid blockages, so relocation can require significant effort, but is not impossible.
The job is easier if the new location follows the direction of the floor joists. It is also possible to move a toilet further along the external wall that hosts the soil stack, drilling a new hole through the wall and connecting into the soil stack externally.
'Once you know where this is positioned, you can start thinking about where the basin, bath and shower will go. Pipework tends to be more flexible when it comes to repositioning,' continues Yousef.
Another option is to install a new raised floor, with enough depth for pipes below but this will result in a step in the room.
'Once you have your layout and therefore measurements, the exciting part starts – you can create your mood boards and choose your products. Make sure you don’t forget about towel rails and heating when considering all of this.
'One big mistake we often see is once having left the shower, people have to walk across the bathroom to reach their towel.'
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This is usually the biggest bathroom in the house, accessible from the main hallway. Fittings and finishes in a busy family bathroom should be selected with low maintenance and durability in mind.
‘I would always use porcelain tiles in a family bathroom, including slip-resistant porcelain on the floors, as they are very hard wearing and will still look amazing in years to come,’ says Ripples’ senior designer Katie Gisby.
‘They also require zero maintenance, which is essential.’ Plenty of storage is also essential, for toddler toys to an ever-growing range of toiletries for the teens.
Double up on bathroom vanity ideas, basins and mirrors where space allows and don’t be tempted to evict the bath if it is the only one in the house. Instead consider a space-saving shower-bath.
In a master en-suite bathroom, only used by responsible adults, you can afford to throw caution to the wind and splash out on luxurious materials and a more complex lighting scheme to create a relaxing mood.
If there’s space, opt for his and her vanity areas with attached dressing rooms if you’re very lucky.
This is the place to splash out on expensive modern bathroom ideas like a steam shower or elaborate sound system, which might get damaged by tampering tots or clueless guests - and to indulge in luxe surfaces to your individual style.
If space is tricky, be creative with your small bathroom ideas and consider a bathtub in the bedroom with just a small area sectioned off for the toilet and basin.
Planning shower rooms, wet rooms and guest en-suites
Shower rooms and guest en-suites can often be squeezed into a surprisingly small footprint using space-saving fittings and a cloakroom basin. Keep it simple, safe with thermostatic valve showers and easy to clean.
'The first thing to consider with a shower is the type of floor you have. Be it a tray or tiled floor, an anti-slip option is essential,' advises Yousef Mansuri of C.P. Hart.
'Many steel trays offer an anti-slip option and composite trays are often matte in finish for additional grip. If tiling the shower floor, it’s incredibly important to choose a matte finish tile for grip, rather than a gloss, which would be dangerous.'
There are several wet room ideas and designs available, from ultra-minimal frameless options, to the bold statement black Crittall styles.
'It’s important to note, that if the width of the panel is larger than 1100mm, you will require a bracing bar for stability.
'These can either be fixed to the wall or the ceiling, depending on the design.
Some homeowners, however, prefer an entirely enclosed shower rather than a walk-in. The benefit of this is that the heat is kept within the showering space.'
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Pick the perfect bath
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'Baths come in many different shapes, styles and materials, and consequently there are baths for every budget, style and need,' continues Yousef Mansuri.
'Freestanding stone, composite and cast-iron baths are at the high end of the price spectrum and offer substantial benefits compared to inset steel and acrylic tubs. Composites are warm to the touch and can be repaired easily, while cast iron baths arguably have the best heat retention properties.'
Find the best brassware
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'Brassware is one of the the most important elements of any bathroom. As working parts with continuous water flowing through them, they need to be durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of daily use,' says Youssef Mansuri.
'Of all the elements that make up a bathroom, we recommend investing in quality brassware to ensure longevity. Most brassware is wall mounted, which makes it much harder to fix. Therefore, paying more for brassware at the beginning will pay dividends later on.
'It’s also important to pick products that suit a property’s water pressure. Older Victorian properties for example, typically do not have suitable plumbing to give enough pressure for large overhead showers.'
Prioritize bathroom lighting at planning stage
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Smart bathroom lighting ideas can have a massive impact on the end result and should be planned at an early stage to ensure all key fittings are illuminated properly.
'Be it your ultimate spa-like sanctuary or a busy family bathroom with a fresh, crisp feel, good lighting can make a small bathroom look bigger and a large bathroom feel more intimate,' says Sally Storey of John Cullen Lighting .
'Layers of light, on dimmers and separate circuits, will allow you to switch between bright light needed for cleaning to softer levels for a relaxing mood.'
'Bathroom lighting is as important as positioning the sanitaryware,' says Yousef Mansuri. 'The overall mood and atmosphere of the bathroom is dictated by the lighting scheme, so this should be decided prior to signing off any designs. Make sure you consider lighting without relying too heavily on downlights.
'Although these are fantastic at giving an even covering of light, they are not the most sympathetic and can often take the charm out of a room, leaving it looking clinical.
'Try using two lighting circuits, one for the downlights and another which includes more inventive feature lighting, such as recess lights, under basin lights, wall lights and marker lights fitted to the floor to up-light the bath.'
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Aim for sufficient task lighting in the shower and vanity areas, plus ambient lighting around the bath and in alcoves and niches.
The latest smart lighting controls allow pre-programmed settings.
‘These lighting scenes cover everything from early morning with lights gradually illuminating to a daytime level, to an evening scene that is dimmed to create a peaceful ambience to relax and unwind in,’ explains Phillip Pini, Residential Business Development Manager at Crestron .
Look out for wireless lighting controls, such as Crestron’s Pyng™ system, which is installed without cables and can include control of thermostats, security and audio, if desired.
Achieve beautiful bathroom flooring
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Porcelain, natural stone, terracotta and encaustic bathroom tile ideas are all beautiful if you're looking at bathroom flooring ideas.
'Think about the look you want to achieve and the practicalities involved,' advises Fired Earth 's Colin Roby-Welford. 'Repeated contact with water makes certain materials unsuitable, such as wood flooring, which may warp and stain.
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Ensure you cater for bathroom storage
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'At the very starting point of your project, think about bathroom storage ideas, particularly the amount and type of storage you require, so that you can tailor the arrangements to your specific requirements and to the amount of space you have available,' says designer Anna Haines .
'Bespoke joinery can be made to fit your space and style. I'm currently designing a small shower room with a vanity unit wrapped in tongue-and-groove panelling to match the wall, and built to the same height. It makes the unit look less obtrusive,' continues Anna.
What else do I need to consider when planning a bathroom?
So you've got your plans in order, but what else do you need to consider when planning a bathroom?
Shiny new fittings can highlight imperfections in the original space, so it's worth updating architectural elements like doors, plinths and cornicing.
A simple skim of plaster can tidy up a scrappy ceiling.
Well-dressed windows will also help create a really smart finish. Plantation shutters designed for bathroom use will provide privacy and are easy to clean.
Don’t forget to keep some budget back for beautiful accessories that will bring the whole look together. ‘Take your lead from boutique hotels and make sure there are plenty of lovely toiletries and squishy thick towels,’ adds Alternative Bathrooms ’ director Jane Gilchriest.
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If you're wondering if adding an extra bathroom will add value to your home, it's likely the move will pay off.
Adding extra bathrooms is a recognised way to boost your property’s value and can do wonders for the morning rush hour.
Options include turning an adjacent box room into an en suite, stealing an unused area of an upstairs landing or using stud walls to section off a large bedroom.
Smart downstairs utility or cloakroom ideas can incorporate a shower room if there are no options upstairs.
The advent of electric showers and pumped drainage systems, such as macerators, means there are few spaces that can’t accommodate bathroom fittings.
Macerators are noisier than gravity-based drainage, but many people can accept the compromise, particularly if the extra bathroom is only intended for occasional guest use.
Plumbing a new room is easier and cheaper if it is located next door to an existing bathroom or above the kitchen, and not too far from the external soil stack, so that pipework doesn’t have far to travel.
What makes a good bathroom?
If you want to know what makes a good bathroom, the secret is that it depends entirely on individual needs. Every person will have different priorities, so these should be taken into account.
For example, a family bathroom might need both a bath and a shower plus lots of storage, while an en suite might just need a small shower and a toilet.
The layout is also key and how this works in the space you have.
It's also a good idea to think about both lighting and storage and the best way to achieve these.
Additional words / Linda Clayton
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.
46 Bathroom Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
Bright Ideas
Create the bath of your dreams with these smart design ideas
By Rebecca Bates and Jenni Zellner
Looking for bathroom design ideas? Of course you are, that's why you're here! Whether you’re making small upgrades, going for a full overhaul, or just daydreaming from your desk, a bathroom renovation can make a big difference in the feel of your home (and your skin-care routine).
So it’s no wonder that along with the kitchen, this practical space often takes top priority when it comes time to remodel. But choosing a brand-new look isn’t always easy, so we’ve gathered an array of bathroom design ideas from the hallowed pages of Architectural Digest and the equally hallowed digital pages of Clever—each filled with inspiring ideas for your own renovation—including relaxing tubs, glamorous vanities, and sleek showers. From crisp and approachable to luxurious and extra, see stylish spaces that midafternoon daydreams are made of.
Marble Masterpiece
The master bath of a New Jersey estate renovated by architect Annabelle Selldorf and designer Matthew Frederick contains a Mies van der Rohe chair by Knoll and a tub filler by Boffi.
Photo: François Dischinger
Fireside Bathtub
A vintage T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chair and footstool sit in the Calacatta marble–clad master bath of Thomas O’Brien and Dan Fink's Long Island home.
The lighting is by Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort, and the tub and fittings are by Waterworks.Water Views
The master bath of a Southampton, New York, retreat by interior designer David Netto and architect David Hottenroth is pure luxury. We are so ready to soak in the tub while listening to the waves.
Photo: Miguel Flores-Vianna
Long Island Lavatory
At a Long Island home reimagined by architect Kevin Lindores and designer Daniel Sachs, the walls are painted in Farrow & Ball's Elephant's Breath the rug is there to soften to the blow when one is forced to leave that beautiful tub.
Travertine and Stone
Travertine wall panels and a geometric stone-tile floor lend warm tones to the master bath of a Manhattan penthouse by Dufner Heighes; the vintage light fixture and funky collage make the space feel one-of-a-kind.
Paris Powder Room
The master bath of a home outside Paris designed by architect Charles Zana is a marble wonderland! If you're going to do something, why not commit?
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Stunning Manhattan Master Bath
At a Manhattan townhouse renovated by Sawyer | Berson, the master bath, clad in cipollino marble, is equipped with a circa-1940 hanging light and makes us feel about 10 times more glamorous just looking at it.
Golden Aspen Bathroom
The centerpiece of the master bath at an Aspen, Colorado, home by designer Shawn Henderson and architect Scott Lindenau is a custom-made Japanese soaking tub with Dornbracht fittings. The walls are paneled in Yangtze River limestone.
So Crisp and So Clean
At a Maine compound by designer Suzanne Kasler and architect Les Cole, the master bath boasts custom-made mosaic tile by Waterworks and light fixtures from Circa Lighting.
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Bold Bathroom Design
A mix of Ann Sacks surfaces, including a pebble wall covering, brings a warm feel to a guest bath of an Aspen, Colorado, home which was renovated by Stonefox Architects. The tub is perfect for an après ski soak, or thinking about skiing while soaking.
Photo: Thomas Loof
Bright and Airy
At a Hudson Valley compound by architect Toshiko Mori, the abundant light accentuates all of the gorgeous fittings and fixtures of the bathroom.
A Vintage Touch
The master bath of a Hamptons home designed by Steven Gambrel boasts pendant lights by Rejuvenation, a Ralph Lauren Home sconce, and a pair of vintage French chairs from Aero; the sink fittings are by Waterworks. It's all very Hamptons, isn't it?
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Photo: William Waldron
Bathtub with a View
Another one of our favorite bathroom design ideas, this open air washroom boasts a jaw-dropping view of mountains in Aspen, Colorado. Created by architects Bohlin Cywinski Jackson and Shelton, Mindel & Assoc., we're so jealous we've run out of things to say.
Photo: Oberto Gili
A Grand Affair
The master bath of a Minneapolis home designed by Michael S. Smith shimmers with antiqued-mirror panels and a ceiling silver-leafed by artisan Maureen Lyttle; the chandelier is a circa-1930 design by Elsa Schiaparelli for Baguès, and the tub fittings are by P.
E. Guerin.Photo: Björn Wallander
Tiled Simplicity
At a Martha’s Vineyard home designed by Ashe + Leandro, the master bath’s subway tile, tub, and fittings makes us look at subway tile anew.
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Martha's Vineyard Master Bath
In one of the master baths at the Martha’s Vineyard summer home of Lynn Forester de Rothschild and her husband, Sir Evelyn, the tub is equipped with Waterworks fittings; the aluminum Windsor-style chair is a John Vesey design from the Window. The house was renovated by architect Hugh Weisman and decorator Mark Cunningham.
Photo: Pieter Estersohn
Nashville Washroom
At the Nashville, Tennessee, home of designer Ray Booth and television executive John Shea, the side table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll will go down as a truly great bathroom flex.
Photo: Björn Wallander
London Lavatory
An Henri Cartier-Bresson photograph overlooks the master bath’s Water Monopoly tub at a London penthouse designed by Veere Grenney.
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Photo: Pieter Estersohn
Classic Charm
Paintings of Long Island are grouped in a bath at a Hamptons home decorated by Carrier and Co. creating the sweetest little space.
Photo: Pieter Estersohn
Hamptons Haven
Moroccan mirrors from Downtown flank a Waterworks tub in the master bath of a Hamptons home conceived by architect Peter Pennoyer and designer Matthew Patrick Smyth; the tub fittings and towels are also by Waterworks, the side table is by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard Collection, and the towel stand is by RH.
Photo: Richard Powers
Brooklyn Bathroom
An abstract mural by Surface & Architecture Workshop distinguishes the master bath of jewelry designer Ippolita Rostagno’s Brooklyn brownstone.
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Photo: Pieter Estersohn
Monochrome Master Bath
Monochromatic bathroom design ideas are usually stunning, just like this grey one.
A Swedish Empire secretary and chair stand in the master bath of an upstate New York retreat devised by architecture firm Shope Reno Wharton and designer Thom Filicia; the beadboard walls are painted in a Benjamin Moore gray (as are the Feiss ceiling fixtures), and we could probably move into this bathroom right now. Photo: Steve Hall/Hedrich Blessing
Midwest-Inspired Master Bathroom
“I was striving for a sense of place, the spirit of a Midwestern farm,” says architect Margaret McCurry of the Michigan getaway she designed for a Chicago couple. The master bath, paneled in wood, was inspired by the property’s tree-lined setting, which is showcased through dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows. Situated next to an indoor pool and a glass-block steam room, the space doubles as a shower and changing area for the family and their frequent guests.
Photo: Durston Saylor
English Meets American
Ralph and Ricky Lauren’s country house in Bedford, New York, celebrates classic English style with an American point of view.
The couple’s stately master bathroom features a fireplace with an 18th-century mantelpiece, and a freestanding marble bathtub. Of course this is what Ralph Lauren's bathroom looks like.
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Photo: Michael Moran
Ultra Modern Master Bath
When designing an extension for a late-19th-century Greenwich home, architect Allan Greenberg and interior decorator Victoria Hagan wanted to create a space that was at once ultramodern and livable. The master bathroom is just that—a sleek yet inviting, marble-lined retreat. The design team created a sun-splashed room featuring walls painted a soft green and mirrored surfaces that reflect both light and views.
Photo: Scott Frances
Gilded Glam
The New York City maisonette formerly owned by legendary interior designer Sister Parish was revamped by the decorator Mario Buatta for Patricia Altschul, a longtime client. Altschul explains of the redesign, “I told [Buatta] I wanted a little sparkle, not over the top, but lush, exotic—a glamorama.
” The elegant new space features a dressing table with an ornate antique mirror and a tufted pink slipper chair.Photo: Nikolas Koenig
Contemporary Minimalism
Celebrated adman Donny Deutsch transformed a venerable limestone mansion on Manhattan’s Upper East Side into a sleek, contemporary space with the help of designers Tony Ingrao and Randy Kemper and architect Frederic Schwartz. Chic as can be, Deutsch’s master bath makes a minimalist statement with an overscale egg-shaped tub and a vintage ceiling fixture.
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Photo: Pieter Estersohn
Philadelphia Powder Room
Decorator Thomas Jayne was commissioned to restore a circa-1865 townhouse in Philadelphia’s Center City to its former glory, though this bath, painted decades ago to resemble a tent, actually required little effort. Lined with marble and accented with a pair of antique Chinese garden stools, the space adds whimsical flair to the historic house.
Photo: Robert McLeod
Zen Bathroom
For a client in Japan, architect Kengo Kuma created a guest bath clad in wooden slats and with a striking window wall that lends the feeling of a tree house. The rectangular tub and basin are made of hiba wood and are offset by a sculptural stool. If you're looking for zen bathroom design ideas, this is definitely something to bookmark.
Photo: Roger Davies
Napa Master Bathroom
When it came to building a new home for their extended family, Don and Rela Gleason, Napa residents, wanted something relaxed yet stylish. Designed by Rela, an interior decorator, and architect Bobby McAlpine, the master bath is airy and open, with soaring ceilings and a rustic concrete-title floor. Modern elements mix happily with heirloom antiques; the concrete soaking tub overlooks an enclosed private terrace.
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Photo: Dan Forer
Beachside Bath
Designer John Barman understands the transformative power of even a small renovation.
To take advantage of all the extraordinary ocean views at his apartment in Miami Beach, he ripped out the false ceiling in the bathroom and installed dramatic double-height windows.Photo: Michael Moran
Tranquil Southampton Washroom
Combining natural materials and abundant light, architect and designer Lee F. Mindel of Shelton, Mindel & Assoc. created a tranquil environment for the master bathroom of his Southampton, New York, beach house, using surfaces that reflected the abundant light. “The pattern of the marble mimics the shadow of branches on the building, and the glazed floor reflects views of the water and trees,” says Mindel.
Photo: Scott Frances
Anything but Ordinary
In this 300-year-old summer retreat reinvented by architect James Cavagnari for himself and his wife, designer Erin Quiros, the bathroom is anything but ordinary. The space features a freestanding tub, snow-white plaster walls, and a rustic beamed ceiling; the French doors frame a stunning view of the Sicilian coast.
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Photo: Robert Reck
Mountain Facing Master Bathroom
Architect Antoine Predock emphasized crisp lines and angles in the bathroom of a Colorado mountain home. Overlooking a grove of aspens, Predock’s design, composed of teak casework and a maple ceiling, is a rustic oasis with a modern sensibility. The contemporary space celebrates luxe wood surfaces with exquisite dovetail construction, sleek fixtures and fittings, and a blissful forest view.
Photo: Mary E. Nichols
Picturesque Montecito Washroom
Envisioning a house where “every window would be a picture,” Robert and Alexandra Norse commissioned architect Jack Lionel Warner and designer Barbara Barry to build their home in Montecito, California. In the master bath, the tub is installed between a pair of stately walnut shelving units, which display ceramics and provide easy access to stacked towels while framing the extraordinary mountain views.
Photo: Scott Frances
Heavenly Nantucket Master Bath
“So much of design is knowing when to add and when to take away,” designer Victoria Hagan says. “The fun of it is to find the right balance.” Utilizing clean lines and the symmetry of matching sinks, mirrors, and sconces, Hagan’s bright-white design for a master bathroom in Nantucket, Massachusetts, is in perfect harmony.
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Photo: Billy Cunningham
18th-Century Inspiration
This 18-century-inspired bathroom design idea comes from designer John Cottrell and architect Gil Schafer. They teamed up to build a poolhouse in the Connecticut countryside that has the feeling of an 18th-century interior.
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Photo: Kyle Knodell
Pattern Aplenty
Nikki's tiny bathroom remodel proves that you don't need tons of space to add personality to a less-than-palatial bathroom.
Her Before & After is basically an ode to finding the right wallpaper, in her case Rifle Paper Co.'s gold pineapple print, and making it sing.Photo: Zio and Sons Creative
A Super Soaking Tub
Ahh. Even just looking at this tub is relaxing. The slate-tiled shower and black ceiling bring a hefty amount of drama to Michael and Nick's renovated bathroom, while the bathtub serves as a gorgeous focal point. Something for everyone in this bathroom!
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Photo: Sean Fennessy
Pretty in Pink
This modern bathroom in Melbourne, Australia, blends bright white walls with delicious pink accents and drool-worthy tile to create a funky space that doesn't skimp on storage. The curved cabinet and rounded corners give the bathroom a cool, fluid vibe that surprises and delights.
Photo: Studio Snng
A Small Space Saver
Dave's old studio bathroom was dark, cramped, and cavelike.
Luckily, architect Aaron Korntreger was on hand to make the most of the small space by opting for white stone and removing the shower door entirely. Now the space is bright and inviting and looks about a million times bigger (okay, maybe not a million, but you get it).Photo: Michelle Young Photography
A Tile and Terrazzo Tango
The sink area in this London penthouse mixes affordable terrazzo with more expensive handmade tiles to create tons of texture. But that's not all! In order to maximize space, the sinks are actually tucked into a wardrobe opposite the rest of the bathroom, creating a totally unique bathroom situation.
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Photo: Max Burkhalter
Unexpected Black & White Tile
There's a method to the madness of the black and white tile in Ellen Van Dusen's bathroom. She found inspiration in the artist François Morellet who, "made these red-and-blue checker paintings where he went through the phone book and assigned a color to even numbers and a color to odd numbers to create a totally randomized pattern.
I decided to do that with my bathroom using the phone numbers of my friends and family."Working That Wet Room
In order to make the most of the space in Dina's prewar bathroom, architect Kevin Greenberg redesigned the room to include a wet room and tub behind steel and glass doors that still let plenty of light flood the space.
Photo: Echo and Earl
A Perfectly Balanced Bathroom
The bathroom in Caroline Lee's getaway in Palm Springs, California, is a lesson in balance. The glass door, white tile, and textured accents play off of the dark tub.
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Photo: Tash McCammon
Moody Blues
Matiya Marovich carried the Art Deco vibes all the way into this stunner of a bathroom. He carried through the same blue tile used in the kitchen and dining rooms, and the curved mirror picks up a shape found throughout the home.
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When you design your own bathroom interior, you cannot do without a program for designing an interior design.
After all, it is not always clear in advance how certain colors will harmonize in the interior, how to properly arrange plumbing and furniture, and how much material is needed to finish the room.
Contents
- 1 Use of 3D planners or interior design kits
- 2 Free software for designing
- 2.1 Online program
- 2.2 Downloads
- 2.2.1 Astron Design with furniture
- 2.2.2 Pro100 for designing on a computer (can download) 9000.3 Tile 6.0 Home
- 2.2.4 Video review of the design in the program Tile
- 2.2.5 VisiCon
- 2.3 Professional programs for planning and modeling a bathroom
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- 2.3.2 Tiles 6.x prof + render (design layout with tiles)
Bathroom refurbishment usually goes hand in hand with toilet refurbishment. Therefore, the design of a bathroom with a toilet can be done at the same time. Design software will help you deal with this issue.
The program for designing an apartment and planning a bathroom renovation is a 3D planner, which is a constructor in which all operations are performed sequentially, step by step. The program usually always has the ability to correct the project and make changes to it at any stage. To simulate the design of the room, there is an instruction, following which you can simulate a successful design project:
- Determining the dimensions of the room. At this stage, the program sets data on taking into account the width, length of the room and the proportions of all components, as well as the location of windows and doorways. To begin with, we measure them ourselves, the dimensions of the bathtub, sink and toilet bowl are adjusted to the specified dimensions of the room.
- Zoning of the premises. With the help of special tools, the room is zoned, partitions are created or removed.
- Placement of sanitary equipment.
- Arrangement of furniture.
- Accessory.
Free software for designing
In modern times, there are a lot of programs on the Internet that help design a bathroom. Among them there are also good free programs. There are both online programs in which you can easily and without extra effort perform all the necessary calculations, select materials such as tiles, a bathroom, a toilet bowl, draw a room design layout, and downloadable applications.
However, more often than not, free 3D bathroom design software is a pirated product that may have software bugs that cause it to malfunction.
In this case, a better decision would be to purchase a licensed version of the program for a small amount of money. The cost of a licensed version of the 3D planner on the Internet is, on average, $10. More expensive versions of programs will include the maximum of functions and features.
Online programs
Online programs are especially common among hobby designers.
This software differs in that it does not need to be downloaded to a computer, since all design activities are carried out online.
However, these programs tend to be less powerful than the applications you download to your computer. The quality of the functioning of these programs is closely related to the speed of the Internet connection and the technical capabilities of your own computer. A weak processor and graphics card can significantly limit the features and image quality of an online 3D designer. The same goes for downloadable professional applications. To work with these programs, a sufficient amount of RAM (at least 1 GB) is required.
Available online applications for design modeling are provided on the official websites of manufacturers of finishing materials and furniture, and usually these applications offer products from these manufacturers by default.
Downloadable applications
There are a large number of downloadable free apartment designs on the Internet.
Among the main ones are:
Astron Design with furniture
This is a very convenient three-dimensional editor for designing the design of any premises, released by the Russian company Astron, which specializes in the production of cabinet furniture. With this program, you can simulate the entire interior of the bathroom and any other room. In the program, you can paint walls, floors, ceilings in different colors, install windows and doors, arrange furniture and all kinds of accessories. All furniture in the program is a virtual display of Astron products. The range of furniture is quite diverse.
The program is freely available. Before work, the program must first be installed on the computer.
PRO100 for computer design (downloadable)
This is a great program for design experiments. In it, you can quickly and efficiently develop any design project. The PRO100 program has a wide range of various functions, thanks to which you can develop a design project for a room of any complexity and get its high-quality stereoscopic visualization.
Visualization of the interior is made instantly, in seven projections. In the program, you can use both ready-made modules for designing furniture and interiors, as well as create your own libraries. The created project can be printed. A significant advantage of the program is the high-precision calculation of materials for finishing the room.
The PRO100 software is actively used by furniture manufacturing companies due to its large set of different tools for 3D modeling of cabinet furniture. Also, it is quite popular among designers, both professionals and amateurs.
The PRO100 program is shareware, and you can initially download its demo version from the Internet. The program supports the Russian language and has an intuitive interface. Supported by Windows operating system only.
Tiles 6.0 HOME
The ideal program for designing bathroom and kitchen design online. The program provides an abundance of various types of coatings (ceramic tiles, linoleum, wallpaper and others), a wide range of furniture designs and sanitary equipment.
The program easily copes with the calculation of the necessary materials for decorating the interior of the bathroom. This 3D editor is especially useful when choosing ceramic tiles for the bathroom. In the program, you can experiment with the color and size of ceramic tiles, outline its pattern, and determine the optimal type of ceramic tile laying. In addition, the program allows you to adjust the relief and gloss of the coating, adjust the brightness of light sources, which is very important when choosing ceramic tiles. To design a Provence-style bathroom, Provence ceramic tiles are suitable. It will create coziness and harmony.
The Tile 6.0 HOME program will also be useful when zoning a room. It has the ability to create various partitions of any shape, columns, podiums.
Video overview of the design in the program Tile
VisiCon
This is a simple application designed for private users without special technical training.
It incorporates the most necessary set of functions that simplify the work with the program. The program allows you to develop a general picture of the interior without detailed details. Using ready-made library models, you can quickly arrange three-dimensional objects and decorate surfaces with virtual finishing materials, and then evaluate the finished design project from various angles.
Professional programs for planning and modeling a bathroom
Professional programs, as a rule, are used by experienced specialists of design studios. In free downloadable and online applications, it is impossible to realize such a well-designed project as in professional programs. Non-professional programs use a minimal set of design components, so they cannot provide a real picture of the created design project. Schematic and insufficient elaboration of details distinguishes free programs from professional ones.
Among the professional design programs are:
ArCon Eleco designer for creating a model of a room in an apartment
This is a software designed for professional design design.
Initially, the program was developed for professional architects to simplify their work in the construction of buildings and structures. The functionality of this software product is quite large. In the program, you can work with both the internal and external layout of the building, work out the details of the interior as much as possible, vary the color scheme and lighting of the premises, add your own objects. In this program, you can work out the details of suspended ceilings, windows and doors.
High-quality 3D visualization allows you to take a virtual walk through the created design project.
ArCon Eleco requires 2 GB of RAM, 2.5 GB of hard disk space and a sufficiently powerful video card to work properly.
Tiles 6.x prof + render (design layout with tiles)
An excellent software product designed specifically for designing bathrooms, toilets, kitchens and other areas in which ceramic tiles fit. The program is widespread not only among professional designers, but also manufacturers and sellers of ceramic tiles.
First of all, the program is designed to work with ceramic tiles. In this program, you can select in detail its dimensions and color, texture, determine the method of laying ceramic tiles, and then compile a list of necessary materials and take into account their quantity. The choice of ceramic tiles in the program is very large, in addition, ready-made collections of ceramic tiles from various manufacturers, including KERAMA MARAZZI, LASSELSBERGER, Keramin, Casa dolce casa and others, can be loaded into this program. After the virtual decoration of the premises, you can arrange all the necessary plumbing and furniture, which are provided in the program in a rich assortment. Ready-made models of furniture and plumbing can also be additionally downloaded from the Internet in 3ds format.
A clear image and elaboration of details in the program will take into account every little thing and bring the virtual design project as close as possible to reality.
Professional, well-known programs such as 3D Studio MAX, Google SketchUp, Blender are no less good in the field of design. They were created not only for the development of design projects, they can be used to create, in general, any elements of three-dimensional computer graphics, up to the creation of interactive games.
Tips for self-selection
Choosing a bathroom design program may depend on the amount of planned financial costs. If the bathroom will be a fairly simple repair without much investment, you can use simple free programs and online applications that, in general terms, without much detail, will allow you to plan a design project. In order to minimize the investment in repairs, you can use the SVP tile leveling system, which will help reduce the cost of repairs.
If bathroom design requires a high-quality, professional approach, it is advisable to use professional software. After all, obtaining a quality result, as a rule, always requires costs.
It makes sense to order the services of a professional designer who, in addition to a general understanding of professional programs, knows certain subtleties of working with them. In addition, designers rarely work with ready-made templates and more often develop their own ideas and interior decor elements. For professional designers, software is a technical platform for self-expression and creativity.
Facade tiles Canyon.
This article will tell you what thickness of the substrate to choose for the laminate.
Vinyl wallpaper pros and cons: https://trendsdesign.ru/materialy/oboi/vinilovye-ili-flizerinovye-kakie-oboi-kupit.html
Conclusions on the planning of bathroom projects is a very convenient solution. With an interior design program, you can get a clear, realistic idea of what your bathroom will look like when you renovate it. In addition, this program develops a sense of style and design skills, gives you the opportunity to show the power of your imagination to the maximum and embody the most daring ideas in the field of interior design.
Bathroom design project - finished projects, renovation and decoration, photo examples
Professional builders and designers classify bathrooms as "difficult" rooms, as there are many nuances in bathroom design.
A finished bathroom design must take into account convenience and beauty. In the morning, they take an invigorating shower, in the evening - a relaxing bath.
Project by Victoria Zhenzhevskaya
The main idea of the new design needs to be developed before the renovation. Of course, it is easier to repair a spacious room. No need to think long about the placement of plumbing, furniture and household items. Small bathrooms are more difficult.
When creating a design project for a bathroom renovation, you should not limit yourself in choosing a style. The bathroom can be in harmony with other rooms or be separate. The optimal design will help hide the flaws. When developing a concept, it is important to take into account the details: from ceiling lighting to decorative elements.
Project by Yulia Sheveleva
The first questions “at the start” of the repair concern the choice of materials, plumbing and furniture. No matter how many interesting ideas arise, you will have to choose one.
Interior style
Each style has its own rules. And in order not to get confused in ideas, you should first of all rely on your own taste.
Project by Alena Litvienko
Classic
The decoration is full of gilded elements, mirrors in massive carved frames and weightless crystal lamps. Classic style furnishings require a lot of space.
Large tiles imitating marble are usually chosen for decoration. For contrast, a tile with floral ornaments is suitable.
The palette has a lot of light tones, gold and silver patina. Classic is more suitable for spacious rooms. Massive furnishings and gilding are out of place in a small apartment.
Marina Trach project
Country
There is a lot of outward negligence in the rustic setting.
Furniture - wooden, with a rough finish. In the bathroom there are cabinets, cabinets, cases made of solid wood with moisture-resistant impregnation. The bath itself can be classic, on graceful legs. Glass shower enclosures look harmonious.
Country bathroom walls are decorated with stone or wood-like tiles.
The color composition is based on natural tones - wood, terracotta, green and others. Curtains of variegated colors will be a great addition to the decor.
Project by Olga Vdovina
Ethnic
The style conveys the flavor of a certain area. Someone likes the exotic of distant countries, and someone yearns for the village. For example, Russian ethnics is a rough wood or an imitation of a bar.
Wooden furniture in folk style, on the contrary, is elegant and beautifully decorated with tiles. However, a simple execution of cabinets, pencil cases and cabinets is also appropriate.
The design is complemented by ceramic tiles with characteristic painted patterns and a light floor.
Modeling and clay decorative elements are appropriate. Ethnics can be authentic, mixed, accent. The choice is up to the owners.
Project by Lina Knyazeva
Modern
The main qualities are conciseness and rationality. The option is ideal for small bathrooms.
Cabinets, cabinets for sinks, cases and sanitary ware - strict forms.
In modern design, tiling, ceramic tiles are more common. The color scheme is based on white. For combination, you can use neutral light colors, as well as various options for gray and brown.
Hi-tech
The style is in many ways similar to modern, but it has a number of features. Forms can be strict or smooth. The interior looks like a setting from a science fiction movie.
Strict finish. Materials - plaster, tiles with a laconic design. It is allowed to make an accent wall under the brickwork.
The color scheme is dominated by white, but the finishes are complemented by dark shades (purple, blue, red and black).
Project by Kristina Shikina
Minimalism
Laconic and functional project. The interior uses closed storage systems that replace the usual lockers. From furniture, you can leave a cabinet with a sink and a mirror.
Large ceramic tiles can be contrasted in finishes with light polished stone tiles. Decor made of metal and tempered glass visually enlarges the space.
Used sanitary ceramics in different shades - white, black, metallic and others.
Victoria Lomidze's project
Oriental styles
A destination based on impressions from distant travels. The situation may be limited to a cabinet with a sink in an unusual design and wicker chairs. The oriental flavor will be emphasized by a shell in the form of a bowl with a painting.
To convey the flavor of exotic countries, thematic drawings on the tiles are used. For example, complex weaves of floral ornaments will remind you of the Indian jungle, and national patterns will become a harmonious addition to the interior.
Pastel and light brown finishes. Patterns can be brighter - purple, blue, blue and gray.
Project by Victoria Koroleva
Ecostyle
Only natural materials are used in the interior: stone can be combined with metal, wood and glass. An excellent solution would be a laid-on sink made of stone.
The palette is also based on natural shades. Even in the bathroom there can be living plants: you can plant weaving vines adapted to the conditions of a humid tropical climate. The option is best suited for decorating country houses and cottages.
Project by Irina Novikova
Scandinavian
Despite the outward brevity, Scandinavian design is very complex.
White furniture in a characteristic design - it should be comfortable, without frills. Cabinets and shelves can be wooden, metal and plastic.
B finishes: plaster, paintable wallpaper, decorative brickwork painted white.
The palette is based on white, which can be complemented by beige, pale yellow and cold tones of blue, blue and gray.
Project by Lina Knyazeva
Drawings and budget
Having decided on the design, you can start drawing up drawings. Kit includes:
- floor plans,
- wall sweeps,
- electrical wiring,
- plumbing wiring diagrams.
The next step is budgeting. The repair budget depends on the cost of finishing, plumbing and furniture.
Planning rules
Modern design is only limited by the limits of human ingenuity. Even the smallest bathroom can be transformed before our eyes. The main thing is to follow the rules.
Visual perception
The color palette changes spatial perception. Therefore, when decorating small bathrooms, light colors are used that visually expand the space.
Dark shades are suitable for spacious rooms where there is no shortage of square meters. The network has many examples of ready-made design projects for finishing bathrooms with photos.
At the same time, nothing prevents the owners of the apartment from showing their own imagination.
Project by Irina Novikova
Moisture resistant materials
In most cases it is not recommended to use natural wood. In conditions of high humidity, expensive material loses its shape. If you want to use wooden furniture, you need to choose expensive models. They are treated with special compounds that block pores. Water does not sink into the structure of the tree and such furniture lasts a long time.
Stretch ceiling
Stretch ceiling is installed when there is a risk that neighbors from above will flood the apartment. The ceiling canvas will sag, but will not let water through. There is a high probability that it will be possible to save the decoration and furniture.
Corner bath
For the tiniest bathrooms, the industry offers corner baths that save precious space.
Project Project by Marina Kalinina and Anton Popov
Finishing
The space under the bath can be covered with a tiled screen. But you need to consider access to plumbing, if you suddenly need to repair them. Perhaps a plumbing hatch will suffice. Alternatively, a sliding screen can be installed.
Placement of the heated towel rail
Regardless of the size of the bathroom, one rule applies: do not place the heated towel rail behind the door.
Which materials are suitable
A finished bathroom design project must take into account the specifics of the room. In conditions of high humidity and constant temperature changes, special materials are used, which should:
- last a long time;
- be durable;
- look original and attractive;
- be practical.
Designed by Marina Nikolaeva
Each element of the furniture should be easy to care for.
An important criterion is moisture resistance. Depending on the project, different materials can be used for decoration:
- moisture resistant drywall;
- metal with anti-corrosion treatment;
- porcelain stoneware and ceramic tiles;
- natural and artificial stone;
- traditional mosaic and 3D tiles;
- stretch film and siding for interior decoration.
Custom bathroom design
It's harder to create a cozy bathroom if the room layout is non-standard. Design creation should start traditionally - with the development of the project. It can be a simple, even primitive drawing on paper. It is important to keep the proportions right.
When it comes to complex design, visibility is essential. Only by drawing all the lines, you can see the general scheme of possible design solutions. Experts recommend following the following procedure:
- draw a diagram of an L-shaped bathtub;
- mark door and window openings;
- indicate the location of plumbing;
- provide for the use of sanitary innovations.
Bath location
When designing an L-shaped bathroom, it can be difficult to position the tub. You can consider modern corner structures that fit into the space.
Corner bath - a compromise between the total elimination of a bathtub and a standard rectangular bathtub. When buying a corner bath, you must first decide on its location. Of course, it will be a corner. However, choosing the right angle for an L-shaped bathroom depends on the layout.
Today, manufacturers offer corner baths of various configurations and shapes:
- Oval - with a rounded edge.
- Square - standard look.
- Round - suitable for spacious bathrooms.
- Curved shape - with a right angle and a complex edge.
If space is limited, the bath can be completely dispensed with. An excellent alternative would be a neat shower.
If you cannot afford a shower cabin, you can buy a standard fixed shower with a drain tray.
Finishing and lighting
Decorating an L-shaped bathroom will also create the effect of expanding the space.
This will help the decoration in light colors and mosaic panels.
A good lighting option is a uniform illumination with bulbs built into the false ceiling. It is also worth providing additional lighting in the area of the washbasin and mirror.
Project by Evgeny and Maria Latyshev
Dealing with imperfections
An L-shaped bathroom can be visually divided into zones, for example, by finishing. Contrasting lining will create visual boundaries.
There are small repair tricks that allow you to effectively use the non-standard geometry of the L-shaped bathtub. You can wall up the plumbing system into the walls, leaving only faucets and buttons outside. Even the tiniest room will look bigger.
Large mirrors create a special effect. By placing a pair of mirrors in the corner of an L-shaped bathroom, you can make the walls "invisible".
When choosing furniture of non-standard sizes and layouts, attention should be paid to careful selection of items.
The interior must be harmonious. An additional way to correct an inconvenient layout is to use hanging cabinets and cabinets, which allows you to free up the floor and the plumbing installation area.
Maria Krylova's project
Task for the pros
By ordering a ready-made bathroom design project, you can significantly speed up the renovation process. It is enough just to bring the finished document to the store and show it to the seller. He will quickly select a suitable furniture set and a set of sanitary ware for the project.
For a professional designer, creating a design project is a normal daily job. The specialist clearly follows a well-established plan for drawing up sketches, lists and drawings. All requirements are set out in advance on paper so as not to miss anything.
Project by Vasilisa Pavlova
The document is being developed in accordance with the selected design idea. The finished design project clearly describes:
- main accents and important design elements;
- certain works with layout defects;
- connection points for communications and furniture installation sites.
The specialist will quickly cope with the project and help implement the most complex solutions. A professional will fix the dimensions of the room, make an estimate for the purchase of plumbing, furniture and finishing materials.
Project by Artem Gorenechev
Implementation of an idea
If the implementation of a design project does not inspire enthusiasm, it is better to entrust the work to professionals. Specialists will cope with the task quickly and skillfully.
The biggest challenge is the plumbing work. When the plumbing is dismantled, it's too late to resolve issues with sketches, drawings and calculations of cash costs. Everything must be ready before the start of work.
Also, the owner should take into account that during the renovation period the apartment will not have access to the toilet and bathroom.
Project by Tamara Romanenkova
If the owner of the house has his own opinion on the idea of creating an interior, he needs to work hard.
