Small Bathroom Design

A great space saving idea is the so called closet bathroom suites. These suites are designed specifically for your space saving needs. The toilet and basin will be in a wedge shape, this will allow them to be fitted in the corner of the bathroom and saving the space that would otherwise be wasted in the corners. Some basic rules and strategies to follow in order to create the illusion of a bigger room are universal and can be applied anywhere. The more floor space that you can see and the less clutter there is around the room will give the room cleaner lines and help it to appear larger and airier. Another trick is to decorate and to use design elements that will draw a person's eye upward. This will also create the illusion of a bigger space. Use more glass and mirrors instead of solid wood or porcelain since they will contribute to a less cluttered feeling. If you're worried about the room becoming too stark and antiseptic, there are many touches that you can add that will make the room seem homier. Placing wicker baskets and small live or artificial plants on shelving and tucked into corners can add that feeling of warmth.
In the smaller bathroom there is no doubt about what will cause the major headache. There is no way of getting around the fact that a bath will take up a lot of space. If you can physically fit a standard size bath in then you will have no option but to stick with a shower unit. This is often a compromise that most people will be happy to accept and can make the space look modern and stylish, this is the option most young professionals will prefer. There are many ideas that you can implement to acquire more floor space. You may be able to replace your "telephone booth" style shower stall with a corner unit that is made of clear glass and has a curved door. Even though you may only be freeing up a grand total of one or two square feet of flooring, the combination of this small change along with the clear glass will make the room seem much bigger than it was before. Another great idea is to get rid of your combination vanity cupboard and sink and replace it with a freestanding pedestal sink or a corner sink that attaches directly to the walls. The sink that attaches to the walls can have the plumbing redirected behind the drywall, thereby giving the room even more floor space and creating the illusion of even more room.
The family home however will need a bath. There are only a few options available if there is not physically enough space for a standard bath. The first option is to gain some space from somewhere, from another adjoining room in the house or to extend the room. Both these options can be expensive and out of reach for many home owners. Another option is to move the bathroom to another location in the home. Again this can be an expensive project and will cause inconvenience to the home owner. Choosing the wall covering and color is very crucial when attempting a small bathroom design. Try to stay away from heavily patterned wallpapers and tiles since they will only make the room feel as if it is crowding in on you. Stick with lighter colors and try to be as monochromatic as you can. The more that the walls can seem to "fade" into the background, the bigger the room will seem. If you are considering using ceramic or stone tiles for the wall is better to use larger tiles rather than small ones and if it is possible, tile all the way from floor to ceiling to create an illusion of more height.