It’s nice to look at the beautiful design of a bathroom; photographs do not always convey all the care and correctness of the selection of interior details, but they clearly show the adherence to the style of the room. Thinking through a design so that it is truly tasteful is a non-trivial task, which sometimes even designers are not very good at handling. If you are planning to create a bathroom interior yourself, then prepare for a long and painstaking selection of all the details - from finishing materials to the choice of plumbing fixtures and accessories.
Small bathroom design
If your bathroom is small, then the following interior styles are suitable for its design:
Let's look at each of them in a little more detail and see how these bathroom interiors look in the photo.
Modern design
If you go into the bathroom and cannot interpret its style, modern popular materials were used in the decoration (ceramic tiles, PVC panels, etc.), the plumbing fixtures and furniture are also no different, then this is the so-called modern interior design. There is nothing wrong with making this design in own apartment. On the contrary, modern bathroom design looks attractive, fully consistent functional purpose premises, and the cost and time spent on repairs will be minimal compared to many other possible styles.
Surface decoration performed using paint, ceramic tiles, plastic panels and other modern available materials. There are no restrictions on color design.
Plumbing can be any modern - from classical cast iron bath to a jacuzzi or shower cabin “full stuffing”.
Furniture usually used from special moisture-resistant chipboard for bathrooms. Can be any colors.
Lighting and windows . The presence of a window is not necessary, and the lighting can be absolutely anything. The main thing is that the lamps must be moisture resistant!
Accessories and decorations any of the modern collections and materials (ceramics, plastic) are suitable. It is worth adding a backlit mirror and a variety of wall accessories to the interior, which look very modern and save room space.
Advice! Take a closer look at ready-made solutions(collections) of ceramic tiles.
Contemporary
Contemporary is a fairly young style that has recently begun to be used for bathrooms. It appeared thanks to the Art Nouveau and minimalist styles.
Surface decoration . No strict criteria for decorating walls, ceilings and floors. It is preferable that these are soft colors or pure white surfaces.
Plumbing should have simple shapes and smooth surfaces.
Furniture simple, modern, any colors and shades are used - from brown or white to neon red.
Lighting and windows. The room may not have a window, but the lighting must be bright.
Accessories and decorations . The fittings are chrome, and the decorations are modern, matching the rest of the design.
Provence
A small area in french style a Provence style bathroom will create in your apartment.
Surface decoration should be done using natural shades. Give preference to yellow, green, white and blue colors.
Plumbing doesn't have to be anything special. Both classic or retro bathtubs and toilets, as well as modern shower cabins, are suitable. The only requirement is that all sanitary ware items must be from a single collection; “mis-grading” is not allowed.
Furniture should look solid and be made of wood or a high-quality imitation of it. Preference should be given to forged fittings.
Lighting and windows . Be sure to have a window from which there will be a lot of light in the room during the day. In the evening, floor lamps, sconces or a chandelier with a forged base and a light, cheerful lampshade should illuminate the room.
Accessories and decorations . Additionally, you can decorate the room using an original mirror frame, flowers in a vase, or paintings.
Advice! Provence style can be recreated in a small room, but this will make it lose some of its appeal and charm.
Arrangement of a bathroom in country style
Rustic and cozy country style will easily fit even into a small room for hygiene procedures.
Surface decoration performed in light colors, using floral ornaments. There are no special requirements for materials and texture.
Plumber It’s better to take a classic type, but even a modern one will fit perfectly acrylic bathtub or a simple shower stall without noticeable parts made of plastic, especially bright and colored ones.
Furniture should be quite massive, but without kinks and monumentality, rustically functional and simple, made of wood.
Lighting and windows . Window optional. General lighting The room should be a little subdued. Any simple lighting fixtures are used, with the exception of ceiling chandeliers.
Accessories and decorations . The main decor of a country style bathroom is beautiful accessories from fabric: curtains, draperies, floor mats, lampshades. You can supplement it with paintings with simple scenes or photos.
Scandinavian style
Functionality, practicality and visual increase rooms - this is what attracts those people who choose the Scandinavian design style for the bathroom.
Surface decoration can be made using any materials except wood and stone. It is advisable to do everything in white or shades close to it (light beige, light pink, light yellow, etc.).
Plumbing should not be pretentious. Buy a simple, modern bathtub or shower stall.
Furniture It is also better to prefer a modern one, made of chipboard with a light or white coating and strict shapes.
Lighting should be bright, but not blinding. Properly placed soffits and spots can help you with this.
Accessories and decorations You can choose from natural materials, but there should not be too many of them. Only something that performs some additional functions, and not just decorates the room.
American style
Bathroom decoration in American style has some unexpected features.
Surface decoration unusual in that it is often used pink color. It is rarely used for bathrooms and is almost never used in other styles. If pink doesn’t appeal to you for some reason, then use any other light colors and shades.
Plumbing can be any modern one at your discretion.
Furniture choose a good one, but not large sizes. No frills to make the room seem more spacious.
Lighting and windows . American bathrooms often have windows. Sometimes these are small vent windows under the ceiling, sometimes they are huge transparent panels covering the entire wall. A peculiarity of lighting is its dislike of ceiling lamps.
Accessories and decorations must be functional and in small quantities.
Japanese style
The simplicity, harmony and oriental appeal of mysterious Japan have made it one of the most popular design styles in the last couple of decades. How to arrange a bathroom in Japanese style, if it is small in size?
Surface decoration can be performed in two versions. The first is with a desire for light natural pastel shades. The second is using contrasting colors (gray, white, red, black).
Plumbing does not differ from modern European ones, but the washbasin must be square or rectangular. It is advisable to hide the toilet or move it to a separate room.
Furniture close in spirit to minimalism. It should be simple and concise in shape, without decorations, but made of wood.
Lighting and windows . Japanese bathrooms welcome full-wall windows, which is unlikely to be possible in modern apartment, so it will be quite enough to make dim lighting, which puts you in a philosophical mood and for relaxation.
Accessories and decorations must correspond to ideas about Japan. This could be a fan on the wall, which is located far from the bathroom or sink, a scroll with a wish, or a painting in the appropriate style. It would be very appropriate, although difficult to implement, to install a themed door - shoji, made of paper on a wooden frame.
Minimalism
A bathroom in a minimalist style attracts with its functionality, conciseness and convenience.
Surface decoration should be done using 3 primary colors: white, gray and black.
Plumbing should have simple lines and not attract attention.
Furniture only what is necessary, from any materials, but in compliance with the general color concept of the room.
Lighting and windows . Even if there is a window in the room, it should not be heavily decorated. For this purpose, only blinds are allowed. Lighting fixtures should be simple and moisture resistant.
Accessories and decorations can complement such a room, but must perform some functions. This could be a TV, a set of minimally necessary accessories for the bathroom, an anti-slip mat.
Advice! This style is only suitable for collected, business people who really love order in all its manifestations.
High tech
Some people confuse the styles of minimalism and hi-tech, although there are quite a lot of differences between them. If you look at photos of several bathroom options in both styles, you will clearly feel the difference between them.
Surface decoration usually done using contrasts (red+black, white+black, red+white, sometimes complemented with gray), which is really very reminiscent of minimalism. Finishing materials should not be natural.
Plumbing can be simple or ultra-modern, equipped with many additional functions(lighting, radio, hydromassage, etc.).
Furniture similar in style to that used in minimalism, but it does not have to be in strictly necessary quantities. You can easily hang an “extra” cabinet or put a laundry basket.
Lighting should be done with emphasis on details and the use of lighting.
Accessories and decorations can be in any quantity, which greatly distinguishes hi-tech from minimalism. In a bathroom of this style, multi-level or suspended ceilings and modern vases will look great fancy shapes and other similar details.
Advice! if you have Small child, remove expensive gadgets and devices from the area accessible to him for a while. They will be subject to excessive stress in the bathroom due to increased humidity and the child's attention.
Loft
Originality, sophistication combined with the simplicity of the attic - this is the loft style. It is rarely used for bathrooms, but this does not make it any less interesting. Quite the contrary. You'll understand why as soon as you look at the photos of the finished "attic" bathrooms.
Surface decoration . The walls and ceiling must be unfinished or appropriately decorated (under wooden floors, concrete or brick walls). This is almost the only interior style where there is absolutely no need to hide ceiling wiring and other communications. A large number of them in sight is even welcome!
Plumbing Any type is suitable – from classic clawfoot bathtubs to modern shower cabins. But you should not use a jacuzzi, it will be disharmonious with the rest of the room.
Furniture, like plumbing, should not strictly comply with any particular direction. You can make it yourself.
Lighting and windows . Windows can be decorated with old kitchen curtains or even covered with newspapers. Lamps can be anything. Old floor lamps will look especially attractive.
Accessories and decorations bring a feeling of a little clutter. Can be used for decoration old suitcase, chest, magazines and others unnecessary items, which are usually demolished into the attic.
Attention! If you live in a ground floor apartment, this style may look a little awkward to some of your home's guests.
Large bathroom design
The arrangement of a large bathroom can be done in any style, including those described earlier in the section on small bathrooms. Such styles in large bathrooms look very rich and beautiful:
Let's look at all their features in more detail, with photos.
Lighting and windows . If there is a window in the room, it should be decorated beautiful curtain, matching the rest of the interior. Lamps should be chosen in retro style. A classic crystal chandelier works very well.
Accessories and decorations must be antique or antique. A mirror in a rich stucco frame, a crystal chandelier and paintings would be appropriate here. Modern photos are not suitable for decorating a bathroom in a classic style.
Advice! The design can be very well complemented with the help of an antique candelabra with candles and figurines from past eras.
Shabby chic
Shabby chic bathroom decor is particularly luxurious. It is replete with gilding, stucco and original objects.
Surface decoration should be done in white or light color.
Plumbing should correspond to retro or vintage style and be from one set.
Furniture usually gilded and, like the sanitary ware, matches vintage and retro styles.
Decoration surfaces can be done using wallpaper, paint, decorative plaster, ceramic tiles. It is even possible to combine several materials on one wall at once, but so that they fit together.
Plumbing. Particular attention should be paid to the bath. It should be luxurious and can stand on a pedestal.
Furniture You should buy antique or antique, but make sure that it is moisture resistant.
Lighting and windows. All decor and lighting fixtures must match antique furniture and plumbing. Window decor is made of fabric and color scheme should match the interior of the entire room.
Accessories and decorations . The second main decoration of a Rococo style bathroom is a mirror in a chic frame. It should hang in a prominent place and attract attention, just like a bathtub.
Attention! Photos and paintings in a Rococo style bathroom are unnecessary.
Modern
Beautiful Art Nouveau bathrooms are distinguished by particularly smooth lines and floral patterns reminiscent of nature.
Surface decoration performed in accordance with natural colors. Give preference to gray, brown, green, blue and their various shades. It is advisable to use natural materials. For example, ceramic tiles, plaster, real stone.
Plumbing and furniture should be made in the style of the 19th century. There should be enough space between objects in the room for an adult to walk through.
Lighting and windows . There may be windows that will be decorated with plain textiles (curtains). Lighting fixtures should resemble plants or flowers.
Surface decoration should be done in brown, beige or white using natural materials such as wood and stone. The ceiling should be wooden, with massive beams and evoke a sense of monumentality in the room.
Plumber You can buy a modern one, but it must be large. It will be beautiful if the bathroom can be placed on a pedestal and decorated with columns around it.
Furniture should be made of wood and look both reliable and monumental. Preference should be given to rectangular and cylindrical shapes.
Lighting and windows . Curtains instead of ordinary curtains and original lamps in the form of torches, etc. - this is how you can immediately recognize the Romanesque style.
Accessories and decorations should continue the overall impression of the monumentality of the room. Large, possibly forged decorative items and stylized or stone interior details are perfect for a Romanesque-style bathroom.
Attention! This style is only suitable for very large bathrooms!
English style
An English bathroom attracts with its discreet simplicity, neatness and elegance.
Surface decoration must be done with care and understanding of the style. Wood, moisture-resistant wallpaper with patterns or stripes, and ceramic tiles can be used here.
Plumbing A classic or retro one on legs with a raised headboard is suitable. It is better to choose mixers and taps in the same style.
Mediterranean style Neutral bathroom, Mediterranean flavor, which was introduced by the shape of mirrors and floral patterns on the wallpaper
Surface decoration should be done using the colors that can be found on the coast: blue, yellow, light blue, green.
Plumbing It may be modern, but it must be comfortable.
Furniture should be rustic, wooden or forged.
Lighting and windows . Bathroom in Mediterranean style should be light. A big window is really needed here! In the evening, lamps with a forged base can illuminate the room.
Accessories and decorations . If you decide to make a room in the style of traditional asceticism, then limit yourself in the decorative items you use. The room should resemble a simple peasant room, without frills.
If modern modernism is closer to you, then it would be very good to make a window with stained glass, use arches in the interior, and lay out ethnic ornaments on the floor and walls using mosaics.
Advice! Do not use a shower curtain. It will steal some of the lightness of the Mediterranean style.
Ideas for a bathroom often appear when viewing photos and videos of finished rooms. Unfortunately, it is not possible to visit several dozen apartments and houses where a variety of styles would be presented, so such an excursion helps you understand your own preferences and decide on the design of your small water paradise.
For comfort and coziness, very little is often enough - proper layout, well-placed lighting and functionality of appliances. This almost universal formula also applies to the bathroom, even if the size of this room is very, very modest. Today, creating your own special design for a small bathroom space is quite possible, especially if you set a goal and approach the work thoughtfully, taking into account literally all the subtleties and nuances.
For apartment buildings residential buildings bathroom layouts have always been one of the most complex issues. More recently in construction industry bathrooms were seen as spaces with few comfort requirements. Most often, it is through the bathroom that the sewer and water supply risers pass, and a combined bathroom is considered a completely normal phenomenon even for the new generation of economy-class housing.
Regular small bathroom
The attitude towards this room as obligatory, but secondary, gradually began to change only recently, because the use of new building materials and technology have made it possible to solve many planning problems.
Most bathrooms use a standard layout with a linear arrangement of plumbing fixtures. This means that the bathtub or shower stall, washbasin and washing machine must be located strictly in one line in order to minimize the distance from the sewerage drain point to the main riser.
Standard arrangement of plumbing fixtures in a small bathroom
The layout of small rooms, both separate and combined bathrooms, provides for the placement of only one light source in the rooms and the absence of sockets for connecting electrical appliances.
Exhaust ventilation is usually implemented in the form of ceiling exhaust openings or vents in the walls, while the ventilation duct can be combined with the ventilation duct of a toilet or kitchen.
Thus, small bathrooms can have the following features:
- Small total area of the room;
- Availability of standardly installed pipe connections for hot and cold water supply;
- Absence hidden electrical wiring for connecting electrical appliances;
- A single light source in the room;
- One ventilation hole;
- Ordinary door block with doors opening outwards.
It is clear that with such initial data, serious work is required to carve out even a square centimeter of area. True, in order to make the room at least visually larger, you can use some tricks professional designers, for example, choosing contrasting tiles.
So, even a small space of walls with built-in sewerage and water supply systems available in the room can be made more spacious and brighter by using optical illusion techniques in design. Actually, at 2-3 square meters In any case, you can’t do without design tricks, so why not immediately choose a finish that creates the impression of large volume?
The first and simplest and reliable method getting the illusion of a large space is installation of ceramic tiles on the floor at an angle . A 45-degree slope of the seam line in relation to the walls is considered optimal - the squares of tiles on the floor are even, but the combination with straight lines of wall tiles visually makes the room wider and higher.
Location floor tiles at an angle visually expands the room
For individual projects residential buildings, especially panel ones, the bathroom and toilet were cast as a separate element. This decision was caused by the fact that a space with a ventilation outlet was formed above these two rooms. However, this significantly reduced the volume of the already small bathroom - the ceiling became 20-25 cm lower. It will help solve the problem of low ceilings use of contrasting transitions in the color scheme of the tiles .
In order to conditionally “stretch out” the walls, it is recommended to install a row of contrasting tiles on top of the tiles and below - this combination will create the effect of high walls. And the walls themselves will become more consistent and austere, which is always associated with high ceilings.
Use in device mirror surfaces gives the room the effect of infinity, reflection in the mirrors creates perspective and the view visually becomes larger due to the reflection of other objects. It is recommended to make mirrors for small bathrooms built into the surface of the tile, so that the shadow from the mirror frames does not neutralize the already small gain in perception. However, in the case of mirrors, there is one significant remark - the panels need to be positioned so that they do not end up opposite each other, then the room will “put pressure” on those present and the desired effect will not work.
For a small bathroom, decorative elements should be used extremely carefully. So decorative frieze , often used as an insert in the form of one continuous strip, it is recommended to use it at eye level, and insert inserts with a certain gap. A frieze inserted vertically into the tiles will provide a “vertical” increase, and an asymmetrical placement of the frieze on the main wall will make it appear wider.
The combination of colors in the overall composition of the bathroom is selected in two primary colors. Contrasting solutions make the perception more interesting, and two competing colors create the illusion of more space. Properly organized ceiling space and room lighting will help complement this illusion.
Contrast of two colors in the bathroom
Contrast of colors is ensured by the use and application of tiles of different colors on surfaces that emphasize the shape of the room, for example, on adjacent walls or ledges covering the communications of the house. Such a contrast immediately catches the eye, forces you to draw a boundary in space and attract the main attention. Light and dark tiles, selected in the same tone group, are the best way to do this.
A small room, unlike spacious rooms, does not require a strong main source of lighting. On the contrary, it is better to use here several spotlights , which will ensure complete filling of the entire volume with light. The secret of using spot lighting is quite simple - mini-lamps provide softer lighting and do not give clear and sharp shadows in the room; a volume flooded with light really does not create shadows.
It’s not bad for a small bathroom to use such a technique as installing special types backlight - wall sconces or LED mirror lighting elements . Modern lighting technology allows the use of LEDs with a variable luminescence spectrum, which makes lighting multifaceted. Warm colors LED lamps gives a softer yellowish light - such lighting seems too unnatural and even slightly hot. But the cold spectrum provides a luminous flux close to normal, natural daylight in quality. In this spectrum, glossy tiles appear smoother, which gives the effect of expanded space.
A ceiling designed in a traditional style with a white glossy or matte finish usually does not give the desired effect of a large space. It’s another matter if the design uses a hanging system of metal structures using alternating glossy polished and gold or silver anodized strips . An interesting solution in itself metal ceiling will make your bathroom more sophisticated and impressive.
You can visually expand the space of a small bathroom by using not only tiles in light or pastel colors with contrasting inserts. It is possible to obtain a visually larger volume using classic layout techniques household appliances and plumbing fixtures.
Even for the smallest bathroom presence of a sink was and is the basic rule. The sink makes it possible to do a normal morning toilet, wash your hands, and using a compact device is much more convenient than a bathtub. The presence of a sink in the bathroom makes it possible to properly use the space around it. First of all, this concerns installing the sink on a shelf or bedside table.
Examples of installing sinks in small bathrooms
The shape of the sink in the form of a water lily or rectangular shape will fit perfectly into the design with additional shelf-tabletop . The presence of such a solution makes it possible to organize a niche for installing a washing machine. This will visually significantly save space and ensure the most correct location of pipelines for connecting the washbasin and machine.
Examples of placing a washing machine under sinks in small bathrooms
Idea of use mini washing machines in small rooms it is excellent both for the safety of the machine and for its durability. When the machine is covered with a tabletop lid, it is protected from water drops falling on it and condensation forming, and therefore appearance it will remain in almost perfect condition for a long time.
Examples of the location of the washing machine in cabinets under the sink
The bathroom often becomes a place water heating boiler installation
, which in urban conditions makes it possible to provide maximum comfort. However, for a small room, installing a huge boiler for 100 liters of water certainly does not help save space. A way out of this situation may be to choose a model with a horizontal tank arrangement. But the space for installation can be chosen above the doorway
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Actually, if we are talking about the rational arrangement of appliances and accessories, then it is the place above the door that allows you to use a water heater with a horizontal tank arrangement without compromising the overall volume of the room.
Installing basic plumbing items in a small bathroom is in many ways like playing Tetris - you need to very compactly and at the same time correctly install a very impressive structure into a small volume.
It is, in principle, possible to install an ordinary bathtub of standard sizes in a small room, but if you take a bathtub 1.5-1.65 meters long. True, there won’t be a big gain in this case - the bathtub will take up all the space near one of the walls. This arrangement will take away half the volume of the room, making it seem even smaller.
Without compromising the layout of the plumbing and the visual perception of the room, if possible, it is better to install shower cabin or corner bath . Both options ensure installation of devices in the most efficient manner with significant savings in space in the room.
A corner bathtub or a version of a bathtub without legs for seating is optimal for rooms up to 3 meters in area, but at the same time, visually the volume of the room will be perceived much larger. If space allows, then it is rational to install a shower stall, and a stall with an oversized tray.
Another equally interesting option is the installation low-slung bathtubs and showers - in this case, the laying of communications will have to be done in the floor to minimize the space. Shower cabins with a corner location, if space allows, are selected with hinged doors, but if there is not enough space, then with sliding doors.
But what you should still pay attention to when laying communications is installing a floor drain . The presence of such an accessory guarantees minimization of the consequences of emergency situations.
A combined bathroom for small bathrooms has always been a big problem. Even with the advent of “compact” toilets with the flush cistern located on the toilet, this did not solve the problem of saving space in the room. On the contrary, such toilets have become a serious problem for bathtubs in Khrushchev-era apartments and living-room apartments. A reasonable alternative to this today is installation of suspension system . In addition to actually saving space in the bathroom, wall hung toilet will make it easy to clean the room.
For suspension systems The solution to the issue of installing a drain tank is quite simple and rational. Since the communication pipes will still be hidden behind the plasterboard structure, it makes sense to install the system’s mounting hardware behind it, especially since the system itself will be located in close proximity to the sewer main.
It’s easy to see that the perception of a large bathroom directly depends on the number of additional accessories and items. Straight, clear lines provide the perception of a picture of increased space, but a large number of small accessories, shelves and things create a diametrically opposite impression.
For a small bathroom, it is rational to install a multifunctional design with spacious compartments. This can be a cabinet or a closed shelf in which it is convenient to store hygiene items and bathroom accessories. But it is better to provide a removable shelf directly in the bathtub for placing accessories.
Below we will provide photo examples of the design and layout of a small bathroom in various shapes and colors. Among these images (view from above) you can definitely find something that suits your taste and room size.
There are several general rules for decorating small spaces. If they are followed, even the smallest room will look much more spacious and bright. Do not neglect these rules when creating the interior of your home bathroom.
- Use light colors for decoration. The design of a small bathroom is bright and too dark colors can only be used as accents.
- Use mirrors - they can visually double the area of a small bathroom. At the same time, do not hang mirrors opposite each other, so as not to create a “tunnel” effect - it is better if one wall is mirrored, or two walls converging at right angles.
- Use glossy surfaces in your bathroom design - they create a play of reflections, thereby complicating the interior and adding light to it. For example, a glossy stretch ceiling would be appropriate.
- Provide good lighting - the brighter the room, the larger it appears. In a small bathroom, ceiling spotlights are required and desirable additional sources Sveta.
- Partitions and even individual parts of glass furniture will “dissolve” in the air and make the space larger.
- There should be little furniture, and it should be multifunctional so as not to “eat up” the space of an already small bathroom.
- Consider installing a walk-in shower instead of a standard bath - it will make a small room feel much more spacious.
In addition, in the design of a small bathroom, you can use other “little tricks”, for example, installing a washbasin on a long countertop, part of which will extend into the space above the bathtub. In this case, the countertop can be used to store shampoos, conditioners, shower gels and other bathing items.
Important: Don't forget that corners can be used rationally. A corner bath or shower takes up much less space than ordinary straight ones, in addition, you can place a sink in the corner and hang special “corner” shelves.
Remember that hanging plumbing facilitates not only cleaning, but also the visual perception of a small room.
Tiles in a modern small bathroom design: the right choice
- Color
According to the basic rules for decorating small rooms, the tiles should have light colors. Do not forget that cool shades (blue, turquoise) visually “pull back” the walls, and a small room seems larger. Warm tones, on the contrary, “bring the walls closer to the viewer,” thereby making the room smaller.
- Size
The best design option is tiles small size. Large-format visually will immediately make the room very small, and may even upset the proportions. Part of the walls can be tiled with mosaics.
There is a general rule: A person is impressed not by the size of each of the tiles, but by their total number, which he estimates by eye, by the number of seams between the tiles. The more there are, the larger the room according to the psychological perception of space.
- Texture
In the design of a small bathroom, it is better to avoid large images, the recently popular 3D design, and shiny rhinestones. Follow the rule “the simpler the better.” It’s even better if the finishing material is of natural origin or classic texture. Traditional “hog” tiles, calm ornament, tiles under natural materials, for example, marble, or natural travertine is an excellent choice for a compact bathroom.
Usage wooden surfaces or wood-look tiles enhance the design of any room, including those for plumbing purposes. Tiles with small patterns are also allowed, but it is better that they are directed vertically. Mirror tiles in a bathroom design will help add “extra volume” and look very aesthetically pleasing, although they require more complex maintenance.
- Laying
When designing a small bathroom, avoid dividing the walls horizontally. It is better to direct colored or ornamented stripes from the floor to the ceiling, highlighting, for example, the toilet installation area or the “wet” area. You should not lay out large patterns - this will visually make a small bathroom smaller.
Important: In design, glossy surfaces have a mirror effect, so their use in small rooms is encouraged.
Design of a small bathroom with toilet: choosing furniture
The principle of minimalism, according to which small rooms are decorated, says: there should be as little furniture as possible, and it should be multifunctional. It’s even better if the same piece of furniture can perform several functions at the same time.
- Cabinet furniture
Conventional “column” cabinets should give way to built-in storage systems, light shelving, and niches. Storage systems can be closed with doors, or they can be open. For furniture design, a light tone or color of natural wood is preferred.
Important: If you equip storage systems with glass or mirror doors, a small room will seem more spacious. In this case, labor costs for cleaning increase slightly.
- Laundry basket
This is an essential element of bathroom equipment, which, in addition to a purely utilitarian function, can also serve as a decorative element in the design of the room. However, in small bathrooms, such a basket takes up a lot of space and can attract too much attention. Therefore, it is better if it is put away in the pantry, or “merges” with the overall design of the walls. Space for a small laundry basket can be provided in the built-in storage system, and you can also hide it there. washing machine.
- Mirror
In small bathroom design, mirrors are of utmost importance. They not only provide comfort when performing hygiene procedures, but also affect the perception of the size of a small room, increasing it significantly. The choice should be a simple mirror; the larger it is, the better. A small cabinet with mirrored doors above the sink is inappropriate - it dramatically reduces the volume of the room. A more radical design option is a mirrored wall behind the washbasin.
Design of a small combined bathroom: styling concept
Minimalism is the style that can be considered the most correct for the design of a small bathroom. Its main principles: light colors in the design, the use of only the most necessary furniture and a minimum decorative elements. The dimensions of bathroom furniture should be small.
Additional elements in the bathroom design, such as soap dishes, toilet paper and toothbrush holders, and bottles of liquid detergents should not be out of line with the overall design. color range. You can use live plants, small paintings or sea shells as decoration.
Compact bathroom: standard bath
The bathtub is the most bulky item in the plumbing room. As a rule, it completely occupies one of the walls. If you love taking baths and can't imagine living without one, consider upgrading your standard bathtub to a corner or compact one. This will help save scarce space and install a small washing machine or storage system in the free space.
Compact bathroom: shower cabin
To save vital space, consider replacing your bathtub with a walk-in shower. This will not only visually, but also actually increase the free space of a small bathroom and make it possible to equip it in the most efficient way. If the bowl size of a regular bathroom starts from 170 cm, then the size of a small shower cabin (minimum) is only 70 cm. Those who think that it is impossible to do without a bathtub can choose a shower cabin model with a sitting bathtub below.
Important: In a small bathroom the best solution There will be a shower stall with transparent doors installed; it will not clutter up the room. The cleaner and more transparent the glass of the doors, the stronger the effect of visually “dissolving” the cabin in space.
Designers consider shower stalls ideal option for placement in small bathrooms. Preference should be given to small corner models - they take up less space and, with the same dimensions, are more functional and convenient to use.
The main advantages of shower cabins over traditional bathtubs:
- Space is saved significantly;
- The family's water resources and financial resources are saved, since washing in the shower uses significantly less water than washing in the bathtub.
- The shower cabin can be equipped with a hydromassage device, which increases the comfort of use and has a positive effect on well-being;
- The bathroom design looks more modern and stylish.
Important: There is no need to turn a small bathroom into a warehouse; it is best not to occupy the space freed up after installing a shower stall, if possible. Follow the laws of ergonomics and place only necessary items. For example, a washing machine can be installed in the pantry, if there is one in the apartment.
Creating an interior design for a small bathroom is a very exciting activity. There are even more options than you might think, let's look at the 50 best photos of bathroom renovation ideas.
Interior design of a bathroom combined with a toilet
How can a home be cozy and stylish without a sparkling and inviting bathroom? Most likely not. Boring old tiles and rusting pipes do not make you want to enjoy taking a bath, but you want to quickly wash yourself and run away. It is even more scary to be in this room if the bath is combined with a toilet. Therefore, it is very important for a good housewife to select the design of a small bathroom so that it is pleasant to be in and can be proudly shown to guests.
In the spacious bathroom you can roam around and use various design ideas And modern technologies. But those who have a very small bathroom also want to decorate it stylishly and make the most of every corner.
A small combined bathroom is a problem for many owners of Soviet bathrooms. So what to do? I want to live beautifully! So, we’ll think about how to add chic and shine to such a bathroom.
It is impossible to move the toilet and bathtub to other places. This will require approval from the BTI, and permission will not be given there. Let's leave everything as it is, and we will work with the walls, floor and ceiling, and also consider various models of plumbing fixtures.
Advice! What materials can be used to cover the walls and floor of a bathroom? The standard answer is ! But, fortunately, not only! Nowadays there are many materials for creating magnificent, exquisite design bathroom
Popular interior materials:
- decorative plaster;
- mirrors;
- mosaic;
- marble;
- ceramic tile.
In our opinion, For small space The use of mirrors or decorative plaster will be very successful. Mirrors will increase the space, that's understandable. They can be placed around the entire perimeter of the room. This way, you get the effect of volumetric space. Mirrors can be combined with any other material, because it is not practical to completely decorate the walls with them: this will require careful daily care, otherwise splashes, smudges and stains will literally destroy all the splendor. An alternative to conventional mirrors can be frosted or corrugated glass.
Decorative plaster is different in that it is much faster to apply than laying tiles, thanks to it you can create any color transitions, and apply various designs using stencils. Wouldn't this add sophistication to the most standard and prosaic bathroom? I think this option will capture our imagination!
Mosaic and marble are the most expensive materials. If you get serious about it, this is it. Laying out mosaics in itself is a serious matter and has always been considered an art. Blue, soft pink or lilac in combination with white will create the desired effect of spaciousness and will simply be pleasing to the eye.
If you like the mosaic, but “in moderation”, then you can limit yourself mosaic tiles. It also looks stylish, but will be much cheaper.
Another way to stand out is to line your miniature bathroom with marble. It is better to decide for yourself whether this is advisable. In any case, a marble bathroom will look extraordinary, besides, this material is very reliable and will serve “faithfully” long years.
How to enlarge a small bathroom with the right ceiling
When thinking about the interior of the bathroom, we can completely forget. It seems like no one is looking at him. But once you make a mistake, it will immediately catch your eye. What should not be allowed in the ceiling design of a small bathroom?
- At low altitude You can’t choose dark colors.
- Refuse the temptation to do multi-level ceilings.
If suddenly the ceiling height is “good” (this happens in old houses), then you can beautifully play with the contrast of colors. For example, we make a light “bottom” and a dark “top”. But when the ceiling is ordinary, upon entering such a room it will seem as if it is about to crush us. This discomfort, and should be avoided.
Fashionable and, of course, beautiful multi-level ceilings in a small bathroom will look bulky.
We want to achieve at least some space, at least visual.
What will help us with this?
- Use light colors or transparent materials.
- Bright lighting.
With this in mind, you need to choose correct options finishing the ceiling in the bathroom. The material must withstand constant exposure to moisture, temperature changes and be durable. It’s unlikely that anyone will want to do renovations every year and think about the next design project. Therefore, you need to focus on proven and popular methods for decorating the ceiling:
- slatted aluminum ceiling;
- mirror ceiling.
We have chosen those that will best decorate the interior of a mini-bathroom and make it delightful and cozy. And with a stretch ceiling it’s as easy as shelling pears, because any design and pattern can be brought to life. With its help, instead of a ceiling, we can have a blue sky with clouds or a clearing with flowers. Built-in spotlights will diffuse the light and add mystery and romance to the interior.
A slatted aluminum ceiling is all the rage and a godsend for those who want to create something similar on standard square meters. Of course, these beautiful “things” will fit perfectly into our tiny room. Long glossy panels are simply designed to create the illusion high ceilings and a large area.
A mirrored ceiling, like the walls, will visually enlarge the bathroom, and, in addition, they look very stylish. But! The main thing here is to maintain balance and not overdo it with mirrors. Otherwise, the zest of the interior will disappear, or rather, there will be too much “raisin”, and this is no longer interesting. Leave either mirrored walls or ceiling.
If you have sorted out the decoration a little, then you can think about the furniture.
Choosing furniture
We love this part of the apartment very much, and we want to place some necessary things there, for which it is completely inconvenient to constantly run into the room. It would be just ideal to put a spacious nightstand in the bathroom and hang shelves.
Usually in small baths free place stays under the sink and also on the walls. This should not be forgotten, because every centimeter of space is important to us.
There are many cabinets on sale that fit under the sink. Most often they are sold along with it. Therefore, when changing the bathroom decor, it is best to buy a new sink with a built-in cabinet. There are very convenient sets with a long countertop, which is located on the bathroom.
It is possible that there is room for a tall and narrow pencil case. If there is nowhere to squeeze it in, then you need to use the free walls. There is one above the toilet (in combined bathrooms), above the sink, bathtub or washing machine.
Of course, shelves or cabinets should not be heavy or overloaded. We will use them to store towels and hygiene products. In a regular cabinet you can put a bucket, basin and detergents. Usually all this is stored in the bathroom, but no one wants household items to be visible and spoil the interior.
Basic requirements for furniture:
- compactness;
- ease;
- strength;
- moisture resistance.
Where to put the washing machine
We housewives find it very convenient when washing is done traditionally in the bathroom.
But it seems that our bathroom is unable to accommodate a washing machine. What if there is nowhere else to put it? We'll have to look for a way out.
If there is no free space, you can put the equipment under the sink, but not a regular one, but a flat one. Smart manufacturers have already provided this way of saving space and began making sinks for a certain size of washing machines. They can be purchased as a set and installed at the same time.
In addition, there are narrow models of top-loading machines; it can be squeezed between the sink and the wall. But not quite close, a small gap must remain for ventilation.
There are few options when it comes to placing a washing machine in a small bathroom. If there is a place, then you are very lucky. If not, come up with something else. At least you can sacrifice the sink.
You can't live without a mirror in a small bathroom
Indeed, is it possible to do without mirrors in a large bathroom? Even if we choose a mirror finish as a design, and it’s not above the sink, we’ll still have to hang it.
While discussing furniture, we said that it would be good to place all possible cabinets on the wall. They are practically equipped with mirrors. By buying one of them, we solve two issues at once.
You won’t be able to fit everything you want into a compact bathroom. You always have to give up something. If you do not place the washing machine along the wall, then you can hang a large full-length mirror there.
Mirrors can be of different shapes and “work” on the main idea of the design. With a strong marine theme, it would be nice to find a mirror in the shape of a fish or sea animal.
If the bathroom is dominated by certain geometric shapes, then it is advisable to choose the same mirror.
Which important details What should you consider when choosing a mirror?
- Will the mirror be well lit (take care of the lighting).
- Who will take care of it (maybe buy a heated model and forget about the stains?)
- How long will it last (there are special mirrors for the bathroom that are resistant to moisture, but ordinary mirrors will quickly lose their appearance).
REMEMBER! A successful mirror will “save” any interior!
If the bathroom has a shower
For the home - a brilliant invention. This is what you need for a small bathroom. There are many models of such cabins; the ones that suit us best are corner ones or simple but compact ones. Luckily, there are a ton of them on sale.
The shower cabin provides the following benefits:
- saving space;
- saving water (less water is consumed when taking a shower);
- comfortable washing process (especially if the model has a hydromassage function);
- modern, stylish look for the bathroom.
By replacing the bath with a shower, we can find space for a washing machine and some small cabinet. However, I would like to warn those who like to force and clutter everything!
Even the most spacious bathroom can be so cluttered that it will seem like a shed. In a small room, this risk increases many times.
There is no need to put something in every corner. It's better to put only the most necessary things in the bathroom. And only then will it look more spacious, and it will be much more pleasant to enter it.
The only disadvantage of this solution is the lack of a place for small children to bathe. There are two options here:
- or place a small bathtub on the bottom of the cabin;
- or wait until the children grow up.
Another alternative is bathtubs with shower cabins, they are ideal for big family, in which there are both shower and bath lovers. But placing it in a cramped room will not save space. Although, in general, this combined option is very convenient.
The decision about the advisability of all this must be made individually. And this time you have to choose between comfort and space.
Renovation ideas for Khrushchev residents
In apartments with such a sonorous name, two types of bathrooms were designed, so in three-room apartments we have a separate bathroom with a tiny bathtub, and in two-room apartments the toilet and bathroom are combined.
A tiny “three-ruble ruble” bathroom completely destroys all attempts to dream up its arrangement. All the advice we gave about decorating walls and ceilings in a room like this applies here.
Basic moments:
- use several spectacular mirrors;
- make it glossy suspended ceiling with spotlights;
- give up dark shades;
- do not hang shelves or cabinets (one above the sink will be enough);
- If possible, change the bathtub to a shower stall.
A successful design of such a bathroom implies maximum simplicity, the absence of unnecessary details and clutter.
Combined in Khrushevkas is more spacious. Against front door There is a toilet, next to it there is a sink and a bathtub. There is free space next to the door, which is usually reserved for the washing machine.
What can be done with this prosaic situation? How to add chic and shine to it?
Option one
We change the plumbing. We choose a square-shaped toilet, sink and bathtub. It is advisable to find a sink with a long countertop that extends to the bathroom. You can place all hygiene products and other necessary little things on it.
It is also advisable to hang square mirrors above the bathtub and sink. The ceiling is finished with slatted aluminum panels. We lay out the floor and walls with mosaic tiles.
Option two
We install a toilet with a wall mount, select a flat sink complete with a washing machine, and hang a large mirror above them. We replace the bathtub with a corner shower stall, and place a narrow, high shelving unit between it and the wall. We leave the wall next to the door free; only a small laundry basket can be placed there.
We offer to cover the walls and ceiling decorative plaster pastel colors, and the floor should be tiled in a contrasting shade.
There can be a lot of design ideas for a combined bathroom in a bathroom. Fortunately, now there are all the materials to make any dream come true.
Bathroom in a private house
When designing a bathroom in your home, you can plan in advance where you will place the fixtures and furniture. There are no restrictions of an apartment building here.
If the house is wooden, then both the walls and the ceiling can be sheathed with moisture resistant wooden slats. It is best to cover the floor with regular tiles to match the color of wood.
It’s great if the bathroom has a window; in a small room it perfectly increases the space. It can be decorated in an original way with rolls or. This will add coziness to the bathroom, which sometimes seems “cold” and damp.
An important function of the window is the ability to ventilate and dry, which is especially important with wooden finishes.
IN brick house It is advisable to “ennoble” the bathroom walls with ceramics or stone. In this case, the ceiling can be decorated with any type of suspended ceilings: they are aesthetic, reliable and inexpensive.
The good thing about a private house is that it can be renovated and remodeled endlessly: the neighbors can’t hear anything. However, I want to carry out the renovation efficiently so that all the interior elements serve for many years until they become boring.
To do this, you just need to use reliable materials and follow our advice.
Unfortunately, in our small apartments There is not always enough space for a large bathroom. In a small bathroom we need to manage to place a bathtub, washbasin, washing machine, and toilet. How to do this if the bathroom is too small? Often the solution to the problem is to abandon the bathtub in favor of a more compact shower stall. However, if you don’t want to give up your bathroom, you can simply choose a smaller model with an unusual shape, which will save space and place all the necessary plumbing fixtures in a small area and even place washing machine. Let's look at the options for this solution in more detail.
Choosing bathtubs for small bathrooms
What kind of bathtub can be for a small bathroom? Currently, plumbing manufacturers offer us many models in the XS version, but we must choose an option in which we can sit down and stretch our legs freely. The dimensions of a compact bathtub start from a width of 65 cm and a length of 100 cm. The most large models have a length of 150 cm. Modifications available on the market may have different shapes:
- rectangular,
- angular symmetrical,
- asymmetrical,
- rounded on one side of the triangle.
IN small room every centimeter matters. First of all, we must pay attention to the profile, which can take up several tens of centimeters.
The price of plumbing fixtures depends on whether you choose a classic model with a small rectangular shape or an unusual shape. You will also have to pay more for a product made from unusual materials. Often, due to the wide selection and availability, we buy products made from acrylic and enameled steel. Plumbing products made from conglomerate (stone flour with the addition of resins and dyes), composites (a mixture of quartz and acrylic), ceramics, copper, glass or wood will cost much more.
If the bathroom is combined and has an area of 3.5 sq. m, and the dimensions are: width 1.6 m and length 2.2 m, the bath can be placed on the short side of the room. In addition, the room will accommodate a toilet, bidet and sink.
In such a small bathroom, a rectangular version is usually installed - the smallest model on the market is 100 or 120 cm long and 70 cm wide. Sometimes, however, for reasons of comfort, a slightly larger option is chosen, at least 140-150 cm long.
Another option that is readily used is the asymmetrical model. It has one side narrower and the other wider and can be made in two versions - right or left (the name is associated with the location of the narrowed side of the bathtub on the left or right).
The Genova ROCA model measures 120 × 120 cm. small bathroom You can install a corner bath that takes up minimal space. An interesting solution is also a transparent screen-wall for the bathtub, which allows you to take a shower, so that in a small bathroom you can install 2 in 1 equipment or a bath + shower.
Although walk-in showers are generally recommended for small bathrooms, corner bath NANO Cersanit, with a width of only 140 cm, while maintaining the comfort of a bath, can be an excellent alternative.
The asymmetrical corner bathtub, which is 150 cm wide, can be placed along the wall of even the smallest bathroom.
The asymmetrical Cordoba model is only 135 cm in length. It's small corner model, very functional. It is made of acrylic, which has anti-slip properties and good thermal insulation. There is a fairly wide shelf in the corner where you can place cosmetics and swimwear. Dimensions: 135.5 x 95 cm, length 106 cm. The entrance does not cause problems for a child or an elderly person, because it is relatively low - 37 cm.
The shape of the model is an asymmetrical angle. Her external dimensions: 140 x 95 cm. It has a fairly wide bottom, 55 - 66 cm and a length of 116 cm. This model has a very functional place in the corner.
The asymmetrical bathtub of the ROSA Ravak model is 150 cm long, but diagonally it has 183 cm (you can lie in such a bathtub). Thus, it offers at the same time the same comfort as a classic bathtub with a length of 180 cm, and even much more, because it is wider and has a seat for showering while sitting when equipped with a shower cabin and a flat bottom for comfortable standing.
In a small space, you can choose a sitz bath that can also be used as a shower. This solution significantly saves space.
An interesting Avocado bathtub shape with a sink from the same series is offered by the manufacturer Ravak. The combination of these two plumbing fixtures allows you to significantly save space.
Also interesting are other non-standard solutions that allow you to place a sink above the bathtub, thereby significantly saving space. For example, the BeHappy series from the manufacturer Ravak.
Remember that the arrangement of a small room should be carried out in compliance with the principles of ergonomics and ensuring the necessary distance between plumbing fixtures. If you decide to install a bathtub, then in order to use it comfortably, you need to provide a distance of about 50 cm from it to other equipment.
Interesting solutions will help you plan small area, which will be both functional and aesthetic. Even in a small room, we have to plan the space so we can safely get out of the shower, dry ourselves off, dry our hair after showering, or brush our teeth in front of the sink without bumping into the corners of furniture and fixtures.
Most models of modern compact bathtubs allow you to install a screen nearby or sliding doors, with which you can take a shower without worrying about splashes of water and puddles on the floor. Below are photos of how to install a bathtub in a small bathroom.
