Bathroom Design Ideas

The lure of having a master suite in your home with its own en suite bathroom is tremendous.  This could not only be a key selling point for your property someday, but also serve as a relaxing and private retreat within your own home.

Older homes can have quirky layouts and space may be an issue.  One thing to consider is wall-units, which eliminate the need for bulky dressers, wardrobes and sets of drawers.  By moving your storage onto the walls you gain valuable floor-space, which you can then use to install a master suite. 

If you have the space, a popular idea for master suites is to include a separate basin for him and her to eliminate marital competition in the bathroom while preparing for work in the mornings.  If you have a hectic lifestyle, his and her shower cubicles or a shower built for two creates great functionality.  A separate room for the toilet would also make the bathroom an inviting place for dual occupants. 

Be sure to choose your bathroom suite fixtures wisely, with purpose in mind.  Above all else, it should be functional.  There is little point in installing an expensive bath if you are never going to use it and little reason to have a shower if you prefer luxurious baths.  While installing a master suite will add value to your home, build it with your own personal preferences in mind, because if you find it useful others will too.

When designing a cloakroom bathroom suite, space is the obvious imperative. With sometimes significantly less room than a full-size bathroom, one may find him/herself compromising on any number of design details including colour, fixtures, and wall design. There are brands, though, that anticipate the specific needs of the cloakroom bathroom and design bathroom cabinets, basins, and toilets with space limitations in mind. Consumers, then, don’t have to sacrifice functionality or design in their cloakroom bathrooms.

Bauhaus makes several space-saving cloakroom bathroom basins including the rectangular Hey II, Cascade, Alicante, Bergamo, Turin, Gomera, Genoa, and Space models and the rounded Dalla, Manesis, Jerez, and Dublin models. All reflect Bauhaus’ commitment to innovative design and exacting quality standards. For those looking for a complete cloakroom bathroom solution, Bauhaus also offers consumers a Furniture Solution which includes a mirror and a cabinet with built-in basin.

For those looking for a bit more traditional elegance – as opposed to Bauhaus’ identifiably clean lines – brands like Imperial Bathrooms have several bathroom basins designed specifically for cloakroom bathrooms. These include their Westminster, a wall-mounted porcelain sink with antique gold brassware, and the Astoria, which is set upon an elegant pedestal and accented with chrome taps.

Finally, the Roca line of cloakroom sinks are among the most distinctive on the market today. Their Dama, Giralda, Sydney, Meridian, and Georgia models all have elegant porcelain pipe coverings, smooth basin lines, and cool chrome taps. Their Cloakroom and Sanitaryware Cloakroom have exposed pipes and thinner basins for those wanting maximum chrome exposure and low-profile lines.

En-suite bathrooms are the ideal option for anyone who has a large house and would like to have an extra bathroom fitted. If you have children or share a house with friends, then an en-suite bathroom will allow you to have more privacy. It is perfect for those who dislike sharing bathrooms and are looking for their own place to retreat and relax after a hard day at work.

En-suites are usually attached to master bedrooms in larger houses and If you have a small home, then adding one may not be a good idea. Seeking advice from experienced bathroom design companies is the best option, as they will be able to help you with planning and assist with the building and installation work.

The size of your en-suite bathroom will depend on how much space you have to play with. If you are looking for a simple place to relax and have some privacy then a small en-suite would be ideal. If, on the other hand, you are looking for something more luxurious, then you will need to have lots of space. If you cannot afford one, then opt for something smaller and use furniture that will give the room the impression of having lots of space. For example, wall-hung sinks, small lights and combined sinks and cabinets.

Have a look at existing rooms, to get an idea of what you can expect for your money. There are many stores that have showrooms where you can have a look around and decide what would look best. These stores usually offer advice for free, so discuss with them what look you wish to achieve and see if they can help you create your ideal en suite bathroom.