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5 walk in shower ideas for a tiny bathroom – Innovate Building Solutions

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Updated January 2, 2022

You’re strolling through Pinterest enjoying a rare quiet moment on your den computer. You feel bathroom envy bubbling up. Your mind starts to wander. You think about expansive luxury walk in showers, separate free-standing bathtubs, and beautiful chandeliers gracing the wide-open spaces. What would it be like to have a bathroom like that, you think. Then your 17-year-old son barges in and says, “Mom, what’s for dinner?” Now you’re grounded back into the reality which is your life.

You don’t have an expansive bathroom. You have a tight 5’ x 8’ space like most suburban Cape Cod, ranch or 2 story homes.

You don’t have space for both a free-standing tub and a shower (unless you can figure out how to bolt the tub in upside down on the ceiling and determine how to have water suspended in mid-air – that’s a bit crazy).

A chandelier also isn’t happening. You would probably walk into it with your 8’ high ceilings.

You want the luxury, style and low maintenance features of a walk in shower. You realize you’re stuck with a 5’ x 8’ space unless you get creative. Maybe you could blow out the wall into your son’s bedroom and make him sleep in the basement? That’s an idea. OK, maybe it’s not too practical.

The challenge becomes how can you design a walk-in shower which will work in your 5’ x 8’ suburban bathroom (or tiny loft apartment or cramped historic home or Air BNB rental for that matter)? In this article I’m going to give you 5 simple tricks to make a cool walk in shower possible even if you don’t have the benefit of the mega “Pinterest-esque-sized” bathroom you wish you had. And to help you even further, I’ve added a 6th ‘bonus trick’ which will make your small shower more stylish, more durable AND simpler to maintain (all without breaking the bank).

Small walk in shower trick #1 – Stop thinking like an American – think like a European

10 years ago, I visited my Sister in Law Helen and 2 grown nieces (Roberta and Allesandra) in Italy. As a bathroom remodeling geek, I was amazed to see how tiny the bathrooms were in their Italian homes and apartments. My wife’s Grandfather (when he was alive) used a 4’ x 6’ bathroom – complete with a shower head, vanity sink and toilet. Now that’s tiny. My niece Roberta owns a small flat in Rome (it’s almost impossible to find parking around her apartment). She would think she hit the jackpot if she had a 5’ x 8’ bathroom (what we consider tiny in the U.S.). So, how do the Europeans make these smaller spaces work?

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The simple answer is they don’t “break them up” into smaller pieces like we do. The bathrooms have an open design without barriers between the shower and the vanity/toilet areas. They do this by using sleek, contemporary barrier free wet room walk in shower systems. They are safer to walk (or roll) into. They don’t break the room up by creating a separate “shower enclosure.” Small bathroom barrier free showers make sense whether you live in Cleveland Ohio, Cleveland Tennessee or anywhere in between.

A one level roll in shower with a pebbled tile floor

Small walk in shower trick #2 – Let it rain, not shower on you

Most showers have a stationary shower head mounted to a wall pointed at a 45-degree angle at you when you’re showering. The water will not only spray on you – but will spray behind you as well. If you only have room for a 3’ x 3’ or 4’ x 3’ shower it makes a walk in shower impossible. Water will be spewing out onto the bathroom floor (which you obviously don’t want to clean up).

This problem can be resolved by opting for a rain shower head vs. a stationary head. Rain heads direct water straight down on your head and body vs. an angled wall-mounted unit.

Brushed nichel square designed rain shower head around a frosted glass block walk in shower wall

The compliant with rain showers is their water flow is wimpy. They don’t offer enough pressure to get soap out of your hair quickly. You need to get in and out of the shower when you are running behind for work in the morning.  This problem has been overcome with air injection and self-pressurizing technologies in rain heads. Check out cool models by Hansgrohe and Moen (no – I’m not a paid consultant for them – but they do have some cool stuff).

Small walk in shower trick #3 – Make it bright and reflective

With a smaller bathroom (and tiny shower) you want it to feel bigger. A key strategy is to use (or create) light sources to open things up. In the bathroom use mirrored recessed medicine cabinets for a BOGO special (buy one get one free) of dual functionality. More storage space (a big problem in small bathrooms) and a larger feel to the room. Add task lighting above the vanity. Install a transom window. Create more light – any way you can.

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In the shower add a feeling of size and style with light-reflective high gloss wall panels. They come in bright colors (from clean, contemporary whites to calming light-blues and glass-bottle green colors). They reflect light off the walls while making it simple to maintain by wiping them clean (vs. the pain of scrubbing tile grout joints). These lighter colors also make the room feel bigger.

If you want any even more cost-effective type of high gloss wall panels choose these waterproof wall panels which are laminated on the top surface. They are fun – and since they’re made is 2′ x 8′ tongue and groove installation sheets – a cinch to install. These walls can create a distinctive statement in showers for a vacation home rental or Air BNB you own.

Sky blue colored laminated shower wall panels

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Small walk in shower trick #4 – Say yes to building in and folding down. Say no to building out.

Whether you’ve got a 3’ x 3’, 4’ x 3’ or even the big (sarcasm intended) 5’ x 3’ shower – this is not a ton of room (unless your body resembles Gumby, the Gingerbread Man or “Flat Stanley” for those of you who remember this aggravating 5th grade school project). You still want a luxurious walk in shower which is comfortable to use and relaxing. How do you make this Houdini act of a walk in shower in a small space possible? Here are 2 things you need to do – and one you’ve got to avoid doing:

Small walk in shower trick #5 – Let your shower be inspired by J-Lo, Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian

Here’s a question for you.

What does Jennifer Lopez (J-Lo), Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian have in common with an effective walk in shower designed for a small space?

Answer – they use curves effectively.

Just like these shapely celebrities, many small walk in shower designs work (and have a notched up style) because they are curved. Glass block walk in showers with curves and rounded ends are popular because they make it possible to convert a small bathtub into a walk in shower (without a big expense).  Pre-curved glass enclosures add a luxury look while providing a visual connection ton the shower.

BONUS – Small walk in shower trick #6 – Buy a high quality shower kit so you can get quality products and save on shipping and bulk buying

You know when you go into a restaurant a buy ‘a la carte’ you’re going to fork over A LOT of money! The same is true for a walk in shower. If you buy your shower pan in store #1, your ceramic tile or wall panels from another company and your glass shower doors from a third supplier you WILL NOT have any ‘economies of scale’ (as they used to lecture me on back in my b-school days at Carnegie-Mellon University).

No, if you want to get the best ‘value’ for your walk in shower dollars you should look for a shower replacement kit which comes complete with a base, shower wall panels and a glass screen. Take advantage of ‘group buying’ and ‘group shipping.’

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Conclusion

It is possible to get Pinterest-like coolness and a walk in shower even if you’re confined to a tiny 5’ x 8’ bathroom. You will, however, need to think differently. First – see your bathroom as one complete space. Don’t compartmentalize your shower. Look for ways to reflect light and create the feeling of a bigger space. Use rain heads, built-in storage and fold down seating to use limited square footage better. Lastly – don’t be afraid to add curves for fun and function.

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11 Brilliant Walk-in Shower Ideas for Small Bathrooms

Space may not be on your side when it comes to your bathroom, but don’t give up on the dream of a walk in shower just yet. From layout and design to tiles and colours, we’ve got plenty of walk in shower ideas for small bathrooms ready and raring to go. See what you think...

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  1. Compact corner showers
  2. No tubs and bigger bathroom showers
  3. Make a walled shower partition
  4. Working with glass shower doors
  5. Choosing your shower tray
  6. Working with alcoves and eaves
  1. Using colour in small bathrooms
  2. Tile laying inspiration
  3. Make a statement with your tiles
  4. Keep your furniture to scale
  5. Planning built-in storage

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Compact corner showers

The humble corner shower is one of the most popular choices for saving space in a small bathroom. They’re compact, practical, and leave plenty of room for other fittings and pieces of furniture.

If you’re worried about having a small shower, try opting for a neo-angled walk in shower design instead. This will give you more width when showering and get rid of any protruding corners elsewhere in the room. 

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2. No tubs and bigger bathroom showers

Need a little more convincing before you ditch the tub? Here goes... Removing the bath will, of course, save you precious space, but that’s not all. You’ll have more room to play with when it comes to creating the ultimate walk in bathroom shower.

Extending the shower area along the entirety of the rear wall will result in a larger than average (and more luxurious) shower experience without taking up lots of space and overwhelming the room.

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3. Make a walled shower partition

Tiny bathrooms sometimes need partitions to keep water from splashing into areas it shouldn’t – because nobody enjoys sitting on a wet toilet seat! As an alternative to the glass door, we love the idea of half-wall installations as bathroom shower guards.

This walk in shower idea offers you all the privacy you need, keeps the room open, and, the best bit, provides a great canvas for statement tiles and decorative plants.

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4. Working with glass shower doors

Natural light instantly makes a small room feel more spacious. So when it comes to walk in bathroom showers, glass doors offer a see-through barrier that doesn’t impact too much on visual space and lets the light flow where it’s needed most.

Tinted glass shower doors are great too as they create a statement focal point whilst still letting light flow freely around the room.

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5. Choosing your shower tray

Shower trays come in all shapes and sizes giving you plenty of flexibility for creating your ideal walk in shower. Steer clear from large squares and go for smaller and longer trays that save on space.

Be sure to choose a shower tray with a shallow pan too. Trays with too much depth compact your shower area instead of keeping things open and spacious.

Image credit: @sosullivandesign on Pinterest

6. Working with alcoves and eaves

Small bathrooms often come with awkward layouts and dimensions, but try not to see unwanted alcoves and eaves as a problem. Use them to your advantage instead with clever walk in shower designs.

Build your walk in bathroom shower into the alcove or tuck it into an eave to make use of the walls as natural partitions in the room. Roof windows above the shower will give you extra light too and really open up the space.

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Using colour in small bathrooms

Clean and simple interiors help small bathrooms look more visually spacious whilst too much detail can leave things feeling a bit busy. White keeps rooms light and airy with plenty of scope for accessorising with textures and colours. Our favourite small bathroom designs include monochrome and minimalist Scandi influences.

That said, there’s so many small bathroom decorating ideas out there and there’s no reason why you can’t use bold colours. Just keep in mind that when working with small spaces, less is usually more.

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8. Tile laying inspiration

Getting nifty with your tile patterns in a walk in shower is a great way to trick the eye and create more visual space. Laying a metro tile in a vertical brick or block pattern along the shower wall will elongate the room and make everything feel bigger.

Small rooms don’t have to have small tiles either. Large format tiles are perfect for minimalist interiors with less grouting for a fuss-free finish.

Image credit: @Simon Devitt on Pinterest 

9. Make a statement with your tiles

Believe it or not, statement tiles do work in small bathrooms. When used sparingly, bold patterns and colours work wonders by drawing the eye to key areas of the room.

A statement splashback or shower wall by contrast will make the rest of the room feel larger and let you have a bit of fun when it comes to design. Our Ted Baker GeoTile or Laura Ashley Mr Jones are great choices for a statement tile in a small bathroom.

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10. Keep your furniture to scale

Small spaces can be easily overwhelmed, especially if your furniture doesn't fit the scale of the room. To keep your walk in shower design the main attraction, be sure to fit furniture that doesn’t steal the spotlight.

Compact vanity units and built-in storage solutions are perfect for saving space and won’t dwarf the rest of the room.


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Planning built-in storage

Furniture and vanity units can sometimes clutter a room unintentionally, so always look for storage alternatives in small bathrooms with walk in showers.

Considering built in shelves or even a tiled bench is a great option for storage that doesn’t take up too much space. Thinking ahead in the planning phase means you can keep the floor clear and stop storage woes later on.

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Small bathroom. Design with shower cabin

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Typical buildings of the last century - a brilliant example of hasty accommodation for all those who needed housing. Own separate apartment, modest and no frills, was to satisfy the extraordinary demand of those who huddled in communal apartments.

After an exorbitant number of housewives trying to cook breakfast for husbands rushing to work, while they stood in line for common areas, a tiny combined bathroom of two and a half to three square meters seemed like a luxury! And now all this "luxury" was inherited by the descendants, which we are.

A Russian person must be smart! And on three and a quarter square meters of the bathroom, it is possible to place the necessary plumbing, including a washing machine. But the bathtub will have to be replaced with a shower cabin, says the architect, owner of the VK DESIGN studio, artist and interior designer Valery Krauklit.

Shower cubicle in a small bathroom - photo

In standard apartments, neither a separate nor a combined bathroom shines with spaciousness. Only a serious redevelopment will allow you to carve out a little usable area.

But not every owner is ready for serious steps and the destruction of partitions. Therefore, ingenuity and the competent use of every square centimeter are indispensable here, so that the shower cabin in a small bathroom is quietly located without disturbing the perspective of space.

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The outline of the shower cabin must be square or rectangular and marked with clear angles.

Even with the most modest dimensions of the room, the size of the shower cabin should be at least 0. 8 x 0.8 m, so that there is no feeling of an enclosed space.

Small bathrooms can safely be classified as rooms with dimensions of 2.7x1.5 m, or 4.05 sq.m, 1.9x1.6 m, or 3.04 sq.m, and five-meter bathrooms, which, against the background of the first two, seem simply « royal mansions.

In four-meter bathrooms, semi-circular shower enclosures, measuring 160.0x75.0 cm, with a deep bottom and longitudinal orientation, are conveniently installed. A sort of mixed wagon that combines the functions of a shower and a small bathroom. The cabin has strong rectangular walls, and the pallet functions as a bathroom due to its deep shape. In such a bathroom, both a washing machine and the necessary cabinets for storing cleaning products and detergents, and even a laundry basket are perfectly placed.
PROJECT FOR A COMPACT POSITIONING OF A SHOWER CABIN, A WASHBASIN AND A WASHING MACHINE IN A FOUR METERS BATHROOM: Here you need not to make a mistake with the choice of a cabin in order to free up space for installing a washing machine. Often it is installed in the kitchen so that the bathroom is provided with both a bath and a shower.

Some owners prefer to remove the wall partition, combining the bathroom with the toilet room. This allows you to significantly increase the number of cherished meters of usable area, but in using the combined bathroom, minor incidents and disagreements among the inhabitants of the apartment are possible.

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Based on the project, it can be seen that with the proper arrangement of all items, there remains an area free from equipment, measuring 77.5x65.0 cm, or exactly half a square meter, where you can move relatively freely.

BATHROOM, CABIN OR HYDROBOX – THE CHRONICLE OF THE RANGE

Truly tantalum flour is experienced by every happy owner of a modest apartment when choosing plumbing. The grandiose range of hydro-products simply stuns the mind with a variety of forms, functions and design of bathrooms, cabins and hydroboxes.

A bathroom with a hydrobox does not need to install the bathtub itself, because the shower tray is so deep that it has this function.

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Hydroboxes need a spacious room, representing a large hydraulic structure. The devices are equipped with the latest technology, combining a hydromassage shower and a hydromassage bath. Their shapes and sizes vary, ranging from 1.70x1.70 m, so their installation is complicated by the lack of space for modest standard bathrooms.

Hydro box in a small bathroom

Shower enclosures have more modest parameters. But the cabins are equipped with both shallow and quite capacious pallets of various depths. Sizes vary. The smallest shower cabin has parameters of 0.70x0.70 m, which is very tempting for the owner of a small bathroom burning with the desire to install the unit.

Another option is to build the shower enclosure yourself, ignoring the purchase of any of the installations.

SHOWER CABIN IN KHRUSHCHEVKA

It is no secret that some apartments in Khrushchev houses, in particular one-room apartments, did not require a bathroom at all. Such a bath-shower was tiled, equipped with a toilet bowl and a shower column. And there was a hole in the floor - a sewer drain. The bathroom was equipped with a high threshold to prevent water from entering the living space.

It is very easy to turn such a room into a fully functioning structure. It is only important to decide on the material for the interior doors of the future shower cabin and lining. Once all the preparations are left behind, you can get to work.

Shower cabin in Khrushchev photo

There are two options for creating a shower cabin with your own hands:

  1. The first and easiest way. The shower cabin-bathroom is assembled according to the type of designer from the purchased parts - a pallet, walls, hydraulic equipment.
  2. Create a cabin from building and cladding materials, using decorative elements in the decoration.

Every detail counts when decorating a room. As a rule, the interior is maintained in a single color scheme with permissible deviations of the color palette of one or two tones. You can achieve visual space in a modest area of ​​\u200b\u200ba small bathroom at the expense of finishing materials.

Furniture and sanitary ware are of great importance. The hanging option will significantly expand the visual space and make cleaning less laborious.

A few practical tips for designing a small bathroom where a shower cabin will be created:

  1. In the design of walls and ceilings, it is desirable to avoid white, but give preference to light colors.
  2. To create a perspective of space in wall decoration, it is better to use smooth ceramic tiles with a reflective surface.
  3. If there is a pattern, you should choose a small, vertical ornament.
  4. Wide borders should be avoided as they visually narrow the room.
  5. We must pay tribute to the lighting - it must be uniform with the obligatory illumination of mirrors and hanging cabinets, which also contributes to the expansion of space.
  6. A great effect to expand the boundaries of a narrow bathroom can be achieved with a corner mirror. The presence of a second large mirror on the adjacent long wall also contributes to the expansion of space.
  7. A short room can be extended with a contrasting wall located behind the shower or bath, depending on which of the hydraulic structures is installed in the wall.
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METRA - DESIGNERS' ADVICE.

Each person wants to equip their apartment as comfortably as possible. This is especially true of such necessary premises as a bathroom and toilet. In some cases, these two smallest rooms are combined into one, and then the owners face the question of how to make it quite comfortable and at the same time spacious?

Today we will talk about the design of a bathroom in 3 square meters. meters, because such a case requires not only imagination in the design, but also the knowledge of some tricks that will help not only expand the area, but also turn a tiny bathroom into 3 square meters. meters into a real "paradise" corner for everyday relaxation after a hard day's work.

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Contents:

  1. Basic rules for bathroom design meters.
  2. Bathroom 3 sq. meters with and without a toilet.
  3. Bathroom design 3 sq. meters with a washing machine.
  4. Little tricks.
  5. Photo design of a bathroom 3 sq. meters.

BASIC RULES FOR BATHROOM DESIGN 3 SQ. METRA. BASIC RULES FOR BATHROOM DESIGN 3 SQ. METRA

In order to have a bathroom of 3 square meters. meter, it became possible to place not only sinks and bathtubs, but also household appliances and various cabinets, you must adhere to the basic design rules.

  • First of all, you should give preference to light colors: the walls of a pleasant warm shade will not repel, and the room will seem very cozy. You should pay attention to the choice of tiles: they should be of medium size with a pattern or pattern that does not visually reduce the volume of the room.
  • Secondly, the arrangement of the pattern on the tile should be such that the bathroom does not seem excessively high or vice versa wide or even narrow. For the most optimal combination, you should choose a color for the ceiling one tone lighter than the color of the walls. Thus, the harmony of color and visual "illusion" will be achieved.
  • Thirdly, hanging chandeliers, lamps and even a lamp are not suitable for such a small bathroom, so it is wiser to resort to spotlights, which can be installed absolutely anywhere. Thus, the lighting will be the way you want, while the same visual “illusion” of a large room will not be violated.
  • Fourthly, in order for the bathroom to have enough space for everything you need, you need to correctly consider the arrangement of the bathtub, sinks, washing machine, corners for necessary items, shower cabin and bedside tables.

Despite the fact that 3 sq. a meter for a bathroom is very small, if you wish, you can equip this room in such a way as to accommodate everything you need. The design of such a bathroom will be different in cases where the bathroom has a toilet, and when the toilet has a separate place.

BATHROOM 3 SQ. METRA WITH AND WITHOUT TOILET.

Let's consider design options for a bathroom with a toilet. Most often, with a combined sanitary unit, the owners have to choose between a bath and a shower, because the toilet also requires space and a free approach to it.

So, the advantage of a shower cabin over a bathtub is not only in saving space, but also in reducing water costs. After all, it is unlikely that someone will stand in the shower for an hour and a half, as those who like to do it in the bathroom, for whom the relaxation of the whole body is so important.

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If you don't like the shower cabin in any way, and still want to install a bathtub, you can purchase a new and quite fashionable, but at the same time small-sized option - a sit-down bathtub.

BATHROOM 3 SQ. METRA WITH AND WITHOUT TOILET

Such a bath will take up much less space than a regular one, but at the same time the opportunity to soak in the water remains. In addition, sit-down bathtubs are now available in a variety of colors, which help to significantly diversify the design of the bathroom.

Another option for a bathtub for a combined bathroom are corner-type bathtubs, which can be purchased in different sizes, from small to quite dimensional.

BATHROOM 3 SQ. METRA WITH AND WITHOUT WC

And where to place the toilet, you say?

Yes, you need to choose the place wisely, but you should also pay attention to the toilet itself: it should not be large and have a bulky waste barrel. For such cases, corner toilets are perfect, or toilets that are attached directly to the wall and take up very little space. With the right choice of bath and toilet, you can save space even for a bedside table or shelves.

If the bathroom and toilet "live" separately, you can dream up a lot more and fit in the bathroom a lot more different items. In this case, you can not refuse a full-fledged bath, but the size still should not be too large.

Even if you want to equip your bathroom with a shower, you can purchase a trendy medium-sized shower cabin with a matt color of the doors (sliding), while the drain is made directly into the floor. In a bathroom separate from the toilet, you can store more hygiene items, install several corners, including hanging ones, equip a cabinet above the sink, or a bedside table under the sink to hide the plumbing and provide additional storage space for towels, etc.

BATHROOM DESIGN 3 SQ. METRA WITH WASHING MACHINE.

Any self-respecting housewife prefers to have a washing machine in the bathroom. So it is hidden from prying eyes, and makes washing more convenient, because sometimes you have to wash some things with your hands. And in the kitchen, doing this is somehow not entirely appropriate. So, where to place the washing machine in the bathroom in 3 square meters. meters?

The answer is very simple: the best location is under the sink. In this position, it does not take up extra space, and fits perfectly into the design. At the same time, it becomes possible to install a large sink, and above it you can hang a mirror and shelves for storing various items that should always be at hand.

SMALL BATHROOM DESIGN 3 SQ. METRA WITH WASHING MACHINE

If the location of the washing machine under the sink does not appeal to you, and you still want the washing machine to stand apart, you will have to purchase a medium-sized washing machine, since the overall model will not only take up a lot of space, but also negatively affect the trajectory your movement in the bathroom. Photos of bathrooms with a washing machine can be viewed here.

LITTLE Tricks.

Bathroom design in 3 square meters. meter requires the owners to show not only ingenuity, but also follow the advice of designers who skillfully use some tricks in their work. These highlights include:

  • Correct play of colors (combination of wall, floor and ceiling colors to create a visual “illusion”).
  • Installation of spotlights instead of conventional ceiling lamps.
  • Installation of a fashionable and practical shower enclosure with sliding doors and floor drain.
  • Correct location of the washing machine.
  • Small hangers for towels and bathrobes on the bathroom door.
  • Installation of corners, both hanging and floor, etc.
  • The installation of a mirror in the bathroom deserves special attention. If the room seems too high, a horizontal oval or rectangular mirror with an extended width should be preferred, and if the bathroom seems wide but low, an elongated, vertical oval, diamond-shaped or elongated rectangle mirror will do.

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Due to the fact that designers come up with new design options for bathrooms in 3 square meters. meters, it becomes possible to create a fashionable, cozy and easy-to-use bathroom with all the necessary components: sink, bath, shower, washing machine, cabinet, cabinets, corners, mirror, etc.

BATHROOM DESIGN PHOTO 3 SQ. METRA.

In a 5 sq. m. You can install a wide roomy bathtub and every day, lying in it, enjoy the most pleasant water treatments.

Five square meters for a living room is not enough, but by the standards of a standard bathroom, this is a real airfield. Most residents of high-rise buildings dream of a five-meter spacious bathroom that freely accommodates all pieces of furniture, plumbing and decorative items. On such an area, it is quite possible to roam and finally take the risk of bringing your unrestrained design ideas to life. The design of a 5 m2 bathroom is easy, interesting and entertaining to think over, since the field for activity provides room for imagination, unlike a one and a half meter cramped and uncomfortable bathroom.

PHOTO OF BATHROOM DESIGN 3 SQ. METRA

On the spacious area at your disposal, you can safely use shades, colors and patterns that visually reduce the precious space for small bathrooms. If you have long cherished the dream of a red, black or peach bathroom, then with a five-meter room, your dreams will finally cease to be just dreams.

In a 5 sq. m. You can install a wide roomy bathtub and every day, lying in it, enjoy the most pleasant water treatments.

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It is desirable to equip the design of a sufficiently large bathroom in such a way that it is permeated with a single theme. The most common contemporary bathroom themes today are the theme of the beach, sea breeze, sandy beach and raging waves. In the photo, the embodiment of such an idea looks very creative. There are a billion options for implementing the idea of ​​​​creating a thematic interior, since in specialized stores you can pick up furniture, plumbing, accessories and finishing materials in the required style (toilets painted like an aquarium, tiles with marine motifs, cabinets in the shape of sea shells, and so on). In order not to waste time on shopping trips, you can order interior items for the bathroom you are interested in in the online store, having previously familiarized yourself with its products from the photo.

Designing a 5 sq.m. bathroom. m., with all seriousness, one should approach the important issue of organizing lighting. Remember that if it is installed incorrectly, the room will seem uncomfortable, cold and inhospitable. It is better to entrust the solution of this issue to specialists who quickly, easily and correctly organize multi-level lighting using ceiling chandeliers, wall sconces, spotlights and floor lamps. All light sources should be in harmony with the style of the bathroom, emphasizing its uniqueness and originality. The photo clearly shows how, with the help of directional rays of artificial light, you can focus on certain elements located in the bathroom.

Small bathroom design - layout options and lots of photos

What unites Khrushchev and modern studio apartments? Often this is a small bathroom. Only 3-4 "squares" for plumbing and comfort. Is it a lot or a little? Someone will say that it is inexcusably small. But if you try, you can create an attractive design for a small bathroom with a shower and other plumbing.

What tasks face the owners of the apartment when arranging a small bathroom?

  • Place plumbing, furniture, accessories and storage systems. It is difficult, but possible, to fit a bathtub or shower cabin, a toilet bowl and a washbasin, cabinets and heated towel rails into a tiny room. The main thing is to follow the advice of designers and remember the little tricks.
  • Create a functional and aesthetically attractive room in which you can not only wash, but also relax or retire, which is especially important for every member of a large family.
  • Choose finishing materials, plumbing and furniture in such a way that they are not only functional and comfortable, but also combined.

How to put a shower in a small bathroom if the dimensions of the room cannot be physically changed? You will have to choose the “right” plumbing and furniture, as well as use effective design techniques to visually expand the space. If you do everything according to the rules, you will like the result.

Where to begin?

Before ordering everything you need for repairs in plumbing and building materials stores, you need to prepare the room. It is important to carefully, literally down to the smallest detail, think over the layout of a small bathroom with a shower and other interior features. Here's what it's for:

  • maintain the overall concept and not regret the repair in a couple of weeks;
  • save time and money by choosing finishing materials, plumbing and furniture wisely;
  • get a comfortable and functional space for relaxation and daily hygiene procedures.

Here are 5 steps to a perfect layout:

  1. Consider the shape of the room. In most apartments, bathrooms almost always have a standard layout, they are small or medium in size.
  2. Consider the location of communication lines. Engineering systems can be moved for convenient location and use of plumbing.
  3. Decide where the doorway, bathtub or shower, towel warmer, mirror, washbasin, cabinets and storage systems will be located.
  4. Determine how the ventilation system will fit into the interior with a small bath or shower. In a humid room, you can not do without it.
  5. Choose ergonomic sanitary ware, furniture and finishing materials in the same color scheme to visually enlarge the bathroom.


Many designers agree that renovations in a small bathroom with a shower should be done with the right design concept in mind. In the case of small rooms, the best solution is minimalism, when everything in the interior is simple and concise, functional and no frills.

How can you furnish a small bathroom?

To make this room as comfortable as possible, you will have to make a choice between several types of plumbing and furniture at the repair stage:

  • compact shower or standard bath;
  • bathroom, combined with a toilet, or without it;
  • additional plumbing or storage systems.

Bath or shower?

A shower in a small bathroom is often the only correct way out. It is clear that you will have to choose an ergonomic model, and not a large hydrobox. But here the question arises: can a cabin replace a bath if you want to not only take a quick shower, but also fully relax after a hard day?

You need shower enclosure models that have the following features:

  • deep trays, with a jacuzzi to take a bath and bathe the children;
  • angular configurations, which, for all their ergonomics, are roomy;
  • the presence of an electronic control panel and hydromassage jets for relaxation.

The advantages of the shower cabin are convincing:

  • a corner shower in a small bathroom saves usable space;
  • you do not overpay for utilities and significantly save water;
  • the bathroom has an optimal level of humidity: ventilation above the cabin removes excess moisture;
  • you get a functional solution for hygiene procedures, aqua massage and relaxation;
  • a modern shower cabin in a small bathroom has an affordable price and stylish design.

If you are for traditional solutions, then it is better to choose a bath. But not the standard rectangular, but angular or curved. So you get a roomy and ergonomic plumbing that does not interfere with the placement of a washing machine, a washbasin with a mirror, a heated towel rail and cabinets.

Bathroom and toilet: together or apart?

In small apartments, there are often combined bathrooms. How to place a toilet in a small bathroom so that there is room for other plumbing? You should choose either a suspended model or a flush-mounted installation. These options have several undeniable advantages:

  • all communications are hidden, which saves additional space and makes the interior of the room aesthetic;
  • ergonomic toilet frees up space for installing a bath or shower, washing machine, washbasin, cabinet with a mirror;
  • installations and wall-mounted toilets have a solid construction, manufacturers give them an extended warranty, and they are easy to care for.

In some cases, the design of a small bathroom without a toilet is preferable. For example, if there are several people in the family, there are children of different ages or elderly people. In this case, you should not combine the bathroom with the toilet, so as not to create difficulties for anyone.

Which sanitary ware and furniture should I choose?

A small bathroom often does not allow plumbing fixtures and furniture of standard dimensions to fit into the space. Someone sacrifices a mirror and a cabinet for the sake of a washing machine, while someone refuses plumbing in favor of storage systems. Such solutions have the right to exist, but it is better to find a reasonable compromise:

  • When choosing a corner bathtub or shower enclosure, you will find space for an ergonomic washing machine. Even if there is very little space, you can install the washing machine under the sink, thereby freeing up space for a wall-mounted toilet or installation.
  • A cabinet for storing accessories with mirrored doors can be placed not only on the wall above the washbasin, but also on the wall above the installation, if the design project does not provide for the presence of a washbasin in a small bathroom. So you free up space for a heated towel rail.
  • The compact washing machine can be built in between the wall and the bathtub/shower or in another free niche. Storage systems (shelves-doors on brackets) can be equipped in the side parts of the bath. They are suitable for shampoos and other hygiene products.

As for the heated towel rail, in a small bathroom, the compact models of these devices, which have a U-shape, are optimal. You can install them anywhere, but it is important to consider the type of device. If the electric one can be installed in any part of the room, then it will not work with the water one.

What mistakes should not be made?

Many owners of apartments with small bathrooms often think that they have taken everything into account: they have thought through the layout, chosen ergonomic plumbing, and selected furniture. But they forget about the most important thing: the rules of design. And already at the stage of repair they make unforgivable mistakes:

  • pick up tiles and other finishing materials of the wrong size and shape;
  • forget that decoration, furniture and plumbing must be combined and complement each other;
  • use too many color accents, or mix different designs and styles, which is unacceptable.

A small shower room without a cabin or with a toilet, without furniture or with plumbing will not look attractive if the design concept is not maintained in the room. When every square centimeter is worth its weight in gold, you should not fantasize, you need to adhere to working rules.

Here are the rules:

  • Walls and ceiling should be done in light colors, but classic white is best avoided, it's too boring and trivial solution.
  • To visually increase the space of the room, be sure to use medium-sized smooth ceramic tiles with a reflective surface.
  • When choosing a tile with a pattern, you need to give preference to a medium-sized vertical ornament that does not visually reduce the size of the room.
  • The color of the tile itself and the patterns / patterns on it should be a tone lighter than the walls in the bathroom in order to achieve color harmony and a visual increase in space.
  • A wall in a contrasting color behind a bathtub or shower will help visually lengthen a short bathroom, and also make the interior original.
  • A large corner mirror visually expands the boundaries of a narrow bathroom, and the presence of a second mirror on the adjacent long wall creates a perspective effect.
  • The lighting should be uniform, spotlights are needed, as well as the illumination of mirrors and cabinets to visually enlarge the room.
  • When choosing the type of shower cabin for a small bathroom, it is better to choose a corner model with a deep tray that can be used as a bathtub.
  • To save space as much as possible, you should install the washing machine under the washbasin, place a cabinet with mirrored doors above the washbasin.

What about the color scheme?

Although white is considered a classic, today it is increasingly associated with the hospital ward. And I want to bring something more original to the interior of a small bathroom in my own apartment. And this can be done if you correctly place color accents. Here's how to achieve this:

  • “Dilute” white wall tiles with wooden surfaces. These are the facades of hanging cabinets and shelves, or imitation of wood on ceramic tiles in places where floors are finished.
  • Cover the floor with tiles or other coating, 2-3 tones darker than the colors of the walls and ceiling. It is on the floor that the coating with patterns and drawings looks very good.
  • For a small bathroom of a standard or irregular shape, finishing materials in pastel colors, such as light beige, are good.
  • The gray color in the wall decoration emphasizes the whiteness of plumbing and the shine of chrome-plated accessories and appliances (faucets, holders, heated towel rails).
  • Dark and deep shades emphasize the geometry of the bathroom and highlight functional areas (for example, separate the shower cabin).
  • Tiles with bright patterns and drawings, as well as color inserts, are also appropriate. So you can add more comfort and space to the room.
  • The presence of one wall with a contrasting color scheme is appropriate in cases where you want to make the bathroom interior original.

How to choose a shower cabin, sanitary ware and furniture in a small bathroom with non-standard colors? The main rule is simple: everything must be combined. Bathrooms in the spirit of minimalism should be equipped with sanitary ware and furniture with strict geometric shapes. But you can play with color.

You should not choose plumbing and furniture of the same color, otherwise everything will merge into one spot.


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