These days, homes are very economical on space. Therefore, small bathrooms are becoming the norm rather than the exception. With these small bathrooms at home, decorating or redesigning them can pose a challenge. Here are some small bathroom ideas that can help you.
When it comes to small bathrooms, you want efficient use of space. Additionally, you should be minimising dark colours and optimising bright ones to really open up the space visually.
All in a Row
What we love about this particular design are the brick-like white tiles that decorate the walls. Conversely, they reach all the way up to the ceiling here, which will make cleaning a breeze. The shower area is slightly sunken and divided by a glass divider.
Meanwhile, a raised window offers privacy whilst still letting in ample natural light during the day. The arrangement of the key bathroom elements in one continuous row shows efficient use of space.
The Swinging Sixties
Although floral wallpaper is often seen as a remnant of the swinging sixties, there’s no harm in bringing them to your contemporary bathroom. In fact, this is one of those small bathroom ideas where pastel seems to be the order of the day.
Subsequently, you can pair pastel colours with gold highlights, especially for the metallic elements in the bathroom. This creates a rather retro vibe that’s not over the top and still contemporary.
The Mediterranean Touch
Blue and white tiles are the perfect way of creating a bathroom that has a Mediterranean feel. It harkens to Moroccan or Turkish tiles. Of course, if you have access to real Moroccan tiles, you can always add them to the design for a more authentic twist.
Here, there are elements of wood and creeper plants added as well. This makes the bathroom look more organic, and the gold fixtures add a smattering of luxury.
Neutrals Set the Tone
Tiles are the perfect way to separate your small bathroom into different ‘zones’. You can even keep them in the same shade, but with different patterns.
Here, the lighter beige floor tiles outside the shower area are complemented with a three-tiered sink with drawers. These and the cabinets above the toilet provide ample storage space. Clear glass separates the shower space completely, and the tiles within the shower zone are a darker tint of beige.
When Dark Bathrooms Work
In some very rare cases, small bathrooms painted in dark colours actually work. Here’s a good example from Berlin, Germany. It’s important to keep in mind that deciding on a dark bathroom will probably require you to have a large window to let the light in.
The monotonous nature of the black walls here are broken by the presence of some black and white artwork. Also, the smooth texture of the walls and floor ensure that the space isn’t cluttered with unnecessary texture
Small Bathrooms Are a Gift
Small bathrooms can still be as comfortable and practical as larger bathrooms. As long as you understand the basic principles of space and consult a trusted interior designer, your small bathroom can be as impressive and elegant as any other.
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