Smart Design Solutions for a Small Bathroom

Go for Minimalistic Charm

Ironically, minimalistic design is one of the biggest bathroom trends for 2017/2018. Now you can finally say that your bathroom isn’t small – it’s just trendy.

To achieve it, you will need smaller fixtures – the tub, sink, toilet and vanity should be smaller than usually, and the bathroom shouldn’t accommodate more items than necessary. This means that you should avoid storage bins, additional shelves, etc.

Use the Corners

It doesn’t matter how small the bathroom is, it will always have at least four corners. Make the most of them by getting a custom made sink, countertop, vanity, shelves and a shower that can perfectly fit into the room’s corners. Leave enough room in the centre so that you can easily maneuver. If you want to create an illusion of a larger bathroom, make sure it has enough light (natural and indoor layered), a mirror across one light source, and light-painted walls.

Take Cues from Scandinavian Design

The core principles of Scandinavian design are simplicity, functionality and minimalism, which makes it a perfect style for a teeny-tiny bathroom. This look is complemented with white and pastel colors along with occasional black accents. The lines are usually straight and uninterrupted and there is a lot of access to natural light, as well as other light sources.

Build Upwards

Maybe your bathroom lacks horizontal space, but look up, there is still plenty of room there, right? Functional bathrooms must be equipped with enough storage space to store each household member’s bath supplies, medicines and cosmetics. Solve that by expanding upwards. Cabinets and shelves can provide the space you need without overbearing and hurting the bathroom’s overall design. You can also make these items multifunctional – cabinets with integrated power points, for instance.

A Touch of Wellness

You have probably seen magazine images of large bathrooms with a spa ambiance. We have news for you: it is possible to achieve something similar in a small bathroom, too. You can have some relaxing time in the shower, where you can install a shower tray made from ceramic or acrylic, glass bricks and for the final touch – a rain shower head that washes all the stress away. If you have enough room, squeeze in a small stool in the corner and place a vase with fresh flowers.

To Be Continued

Continuity is another huge bathroom design trend for 2017, which aims to create seamless transition between the wall and floor tiles. This clever trick can make the bathroom appear larger, since the continuous run of cladding material creates a spacious feel. Continuity is your chance to play with bold colors in a small bathroom, especially if you use neutral tile style, such as natural stone, as the prevailing color. Bold accents of red, black and similar deep hues are welcomed here.

How about a Wet Room?

In spite of all your best effort, sometimes you simply cannot squeeze all you need in a small bathroom. A wet room is the perfect solution for that, since you don’t have to install a shower cubicle that will constrict movement in small space. Since the room itself acts as enclosure, it has to be fully waterproofed. Other useful updates are a good extractor fan and under-floor heating.

Now you see, a small bathroom still offers plenty of opportunities to experiment with design and style. If you choose some of these solutions, you will be able to use the potential of this room to its maximum.