Small bathrooms can be incredibly charming. But, unless it's a small room with no purpose other than to wash your hands before dinner, a small bathroom can also be
difficult to design .
Where do clean towels go? What about the hooks for the wet ones? And how much space can you devote to the shower or bathtub? The best ideas for small bathrooms combine
charm and practicality .
When done right, a small bathroom can be an example of
clever simplicity , with lots of
personality . Don't let limited space stop you from living big!
Before you throw in the towel and call an intermediary to help you find a new home, consider the following solutions for storage, floor plan,
windows and style, which will allow you to have a bathroom as small as a large one home.
Tiny Bathroom Decor : Make
every inch matter and forget how small your bathroom is.
1 - Hang many different mirrors on the wall
In addition to looking incredibly charming, a collection of vintage mirrors in a home is also a great solution for small spaces: the mirrors bring sunlight to every corner of the room.
By painting the frames in the same color you can unify an eccentric collection arranged in a small space.
2 - Choose a compact tub
A small bathroom can be very long and narrow, so you should look for the right tub to fit. You could demolish the previous tub, which perhaps wastes precious centimeters, and replace it with a different and more suitable tub.
3 - Create graphic accents
I advise you to carefully choose the details that will distinguish your small bathroom.
Make sure each piece has a purpose. Choose mirrors with drawers or shelves if you don't want to opt for a traditional medicine cabinet, or use the wall space to build cabinets.
For example, a contrasting wavy tile, which rises along the side of a built-in bathtub, can unify the different surfaces of a bathroom. Or a particular towel warmer can have more than one function: to contain and make the environment more welcoming.
4 - Modify the entrance to make it unique
For example for the bathroom located next to the master bedroom you might decide ... not to add any doors!
5 - Add a skylight to the small bathroom
Your small bathroom has no wall space for windows ... but how about installing a skylight? For example, a crystal skylight can flood the space with natural light but maintain privacy.
Natural light is the key to making a small space seem larger. Skylights are a great solution when windows aren't enough.
6 - Hang art vertically
A small bathroom covered in art may seem like a small but ambitious
treasure chest . With bold gold elements, rich textures and lots of patterns - you don't need a huge surface to work on to get a high look.
No room is too small for artwork. Indeed, sometimes small spaces are the perfect places to display works on the walls, because vertical space is all you have available to show your style. It is also an excellent resource if you are looking for a way to enhance your art collection and family photos.
7 - Hide it behind a hidden door
Did you always know you wanted a secret door? Hiding a room behind a
pocket sliding door (no matter how small it is) will surely make it the most exciting place in the house.
I also point out that replacing hinges and installing folding doors, both at the entrance and in a closet, saves a lot of space in a small bathroom.
8 - Stick to a strict palette
Keeping a portion of the wall unfinished creates a calming effect that helps keep small spaces that push on patterns seem overwhelming.
In a small half bathroom without access to natural light, for example in a windowless space under the stairs, the atmosphere is more humid and edgy, with darker tones and soft lighting.
9 - Mix materials to maintain interest
An eclectic bathroom in a period residence honors the integrity of the home's history with rustic wood foundations. But by incorporating more modern materials, such as the marble used in the shower, the bathroom is contemporary and refined.
Country-style elements are perfect for a quaint, modest-sized bathroom, while white marble makes a smaller bathroom brighter.
10 - Keep only what you love
A small bathroom can be optimized by installing a narrow shelf above the sink to store small essentials like skin care products, cotton buds, and more. Just make sure you choose items that are beautifully packaged so you don't have to hide them from view.
Consistency is key. Don't forget to add a
medicine cabinet . There is so much space to hide the toiletries!
11 - Cabinets to be built into the wall
Customize the space with a solid cabinet hidden in the wall to take up less visual space.
If you can't, arrange with wicker baskets and bowls. The shelves are more elegant, but I warn you that the lack of a piece of furniture reduces the storage space.
12 - Use the toilet as a surface
There is nothing wrong with using the toilet as an additional surface for placing bathroom accessories. How to keep the look free from clutter? Forget open shelving and let the walls remain free and in the foreground.
13 - Personalize the shower
Even if your bathroom only has room for a small shower, you can still make it look luxurious. For example, a floating bench adds formal and functional value.
14 - Add space savers to your small bathroom
In a small, properly done bathroom, everything serves a purpose, while also adding a decorative style. For example, the wall hook is also perfect for small spaces.
15 - Store toilet paper in baskets
Collect toilet paper and other personal hygiene items you prefer to keep discreet in baskets and baskets, then stow them neatly under the sink.
16 - Use a large mirror
Don't be afraid of big pieces in a small bathroom. Size is not as important as patterns and colors when it comes to bathroom tiling.
A wall mirror is a guaranteed way to create the illusion of spaciousness. A bathroom with a large mirror has an open and airy feel despite not getting a lot of natural light. Maybe thanks to the light color scheme and the sweet wallpaper.
Are there no walls to hang a mirror? No problem. Just hang it in front of the window, to create privacy with a purpose. Or, if there is a thin strip, you could fix an accordion mirror between the windows.
17 - Install good lighting
The highlight of small bathrooms can become the fun use of tiles and colors, but apart from the aesthetic aspect, the designer also knows how to maximize functionality.
For example, an oversized pendant adds just the right contrast and floods the room with light, an essential element in a bathroom (don't forget the extra lights near the sink and mirror).
18 - Hang the curtains strategically
Try a curtain that looks more like a drape than a regular plastic shower curtain, and hang two
curtains on either side so you can hide them whenever you want.
19 - Build shower niches
If you need a large tub or if yours takes up all the space between the two walls, be sure to save space elsewhere. Incorporate shelves and niches in the wall behind the tub for towels and toiletries.
20 - Hide the clutter
For a small bathroom, a corner hanging mirror above a corner sink maximizes every inch (and clutter can be hidden behind the fabric skirt).
Adding a round coffee table helps contrast clutter and adds charm. Choose a coffee table with an open base so as not to close the space. It will give you the opportunity to place magazines, flowers or candles.
21 - Opt for shelves over furniture
If your bathroom doesn't have built-in furniture, opt for a shelf above the sink. This way you can store all your everyday objects (toothpaste, soap), but you won't take up as much space as a large piece of furniture.
Install a floating shelf above the sink for decorations, essentials, and other small knick-knacks. This solution is particularly convenient for those who do not have a piece of furniture hidden behind the bathroom sink.
If space is limited, some floating shelves can also be placed above the toilet.
22 - Get some towel bars
Towel bars = the best way to save space. If you can find a sink with towel bars, the look will be even more elegant. Just slide them onto the metal to dry and peel them off when you are ready to use them again.
23 - Use a ladder
Place a ladder on the wall behind the bathroom for more space to hang laundry or a shower basket.
