The bathroom is and should be one of the most important rooms in the house. It is where you get to go and take a relaxing bath after a stressful day. Whatever your feelings for the bathroom may be, it is important to plan out its design layout efficiently.
Here are some tips to help you in planning an ideal bathroom:
1. Wall Layout Think of the wall layouts you want to have. Is it a one wall layout, a two wet wall layout or a three wet-wall layout? In this case, the kind of piping involved is of importance. A one wet-wall lay out has the shower, toilet and sink all against one side of the room. The two wet-wall lay out will have can have the sink and toilet on one side and the shower on the other. You could also go for the three wall layout which has the shower, toilet and sink all on their own side. For cost-effectiveness, the one wet-wall layout is the best choice as it saves on money. On the flip-side, it is a very limiting option.
2. Sink Think of the design, surface, colour and material you want to have. Are you looking at a ceramic or a metallic one? Most importantly, think of how many times the sink will be used and by whom. Speaking colour, opt for sinks in a metallic shade that reflects light and that will keep the paint colour looking new rather than faded too soon. In terms of material, durability an longevity always is key. Material that won’t stain or that isn’t too brittle is ideal.
3. Lighting Lighting plays a major role in any given room. Lights help create illusion of space, they eliminate shadows and make a room appear much more cleaner and safer. Whether natural or artificial, light sources in the bathroom should be strategically placed. How and where you place it is key in determining how well lit the bathroom will be. It has been tradition that lights be put on the ceiling but you could experiment with the sides.
4. Focus Point Bath tubs, shower heads and/or taps are the focal point of the bathroom. They are then the perfect bathroom accessory to create a statement. However, don’t make it too large such that it crowds the space. Make it a reasonable size that you can comfortably sit in or stand under and have it at the centre of the room. Additionally, it should be built against a wall for a great effect. 5. Colour When it comes to the colour of your walls, go for warm relaxing shades. Shades and hues like lilac, blue and cream work well for bathrooms. These colours evoke calm and cool and work to make you feel relaxed. Avoid loud screaming colours as they will only make you agitated as you shower rather than relaxing you.
6. Flooring Given how much water is spilled/poured, bathroom flooring should be anti-slip; to avoid bath-related accidents. Your best bathroom floor bet should be stone or ceramic tiles. Whatever your material, it should be durable and water resistant. It is also advisable to have an anti-slip mat at hand.
When it comes to designing a bathroom, the best choice is to have fun and simply making ii into a room you are always be comfortable in. Now that you have some tips to get you started, planning your bathroom should be easy 🙂
photo source: http://www.homeadore.com/2014/06/06/chambers-st-residence-mim-design/
