Yes this is an option. Annoyingly the loo is up a level so you wouldnt get the full benefit.

I was thinking of doing similar, removing or at least changing the towel rail but leaving the door which would generally be open.

Having a big sink is really useful though so am a bit worried about getting rid of it for a smaller version, I need somewhere to fill my mop bucket!

Hi Pannacotta 😊 👋

I assume you took the photos at the same time?

I’m only asking as I can see very little difference in the light between the closed and open door unless the photo isn’t actually representative? Just thinking it could be an expensive move if you’re not really gaining anything? Can the mirror be moved opposite the window to see if that helps and maybe consider painting the walls a lighter colour? (Hopefully a lot cheaper than bathroom!)

Sorry also meant to ask, is there not a view out due to obscured glass or just not a view in general? (Stupid question but thought I’d check!)

Hi minnie! NIce to see you again.... How are you?

My photos are awful sorry and not taken at the same time but there is a big difference when the door is open, which I cant seem to capture (takign photos into the sunlight?).

There is a view beyond all the windows, annoyingly its into a neighbours garden which is why they are covered in film - pretty view but overlooked.

I thought if the loo (and maybe sink were moved to one side and screened off with a wall then the glass in the left side windows and door could be clear so you would get a view to the outside all the way from the front door.

Maybe there is an easier way though?

Will see if I can dig out some better photos of the door open and closed.

I think its also the feeling of no sightlines out. The front door also has obscured glass so there is a bit of a hemmed in feeling as no view out either way, if that makes sense.

Plus the fact the first room view on entering the house is of the downstairs loo!

I’m good thanks, how are you? I haven’t seen you on here in years!

ok, so playing devils advocate, would you be likely to cover the window with a blind/shutters? Just thinking you might not want the neighbours knowing every time you use the loo plus the general lack of privacy?

I am fine thanks minnie, have been keeping a low profile though I do often read the boards on here.

What did you do with your garden in the end? You had some nice plans.

My thinking re the loo was that if I moved the loo/sink to the right I would add a wall and door into that space. The section in front of the door would become a lobby with views out. Which removes the privacy issues. It also makes the loo more separate from the kitchen and the family room where a table is going - will post a ground floor plan) plus a sketch of my thoughts.

its hard to explain. But its not ideal at the moment,

Possible change (position of loo/sink etc not decided

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Oh, just lurking, I do that when houzz doesn’t work! Nothing with the garden 😢 I can‘t remember what the money went on but not that in the end!

there are similarities with our layout as we have a blocked up arch window at the end of the hall! In terms of layout, if you were to keep existing, what is the projection of the loo (I’m assuming the vanity is 600 depth)? I’m guessing at best you’d have 430mm between the loo and sink unless my maths is wrong?

I suppose another consideration is increasing the already long hall

Oh thats a shame, well let me know if you do need any advice, perhaps some small changes might give it a lift? Spring bulbs in large tubs is a nice project for this month....

Tbh the loo could do with changing and the sink was a Gumtree find and far too big really so could also be changed.

I pondered moving the loo to the left a bit, putting a smaller sink/vanity next to it and having a sliding door to spit the space in two, but would like to keep some cupboard storage for cleaning things/mop.

I would leave the arched door and add some storage under the window maybe a nice antique chest with a lovely orchid on top. An eye catcher. Looking at the belfast sink when I get in just makes me think of housework!

Do you have a pic of your hall? Would be nice to see.

This is the kind of arrangement I was thinking of

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/447193438003637317/

I know, I hate having a horrible garden! Ah,thank you 😊 I must admit I’m avoiding the garden atm, it’s a slug fest, my husband has to frisk the dog every time she comes in as she’s brought in a couple on her coat 🤢

Ah ok, I’m not sure of the shortest projection, I know 650 is easy to get, but if you went for a 450 deep sink by whatever wide that should be do’able. Another option is the loo in the corner and have them both on the same wall, should gain 130mm standing room (?]. Can the mop not stay in the hall or do you want that storage for coats etc? (or can you buy folding mops??)

😂 it will be nice to have something pretty at the end of the hall I agree although it is a very nice vanity!

hmmm, you’ve actually caught me mid decor 😂 The stairs are being painted next week and adding a runner (or saving for), new lights on order, looking for new bench etc as will move that one elsewhere

Oh your hall is lovely, beautiful stairs and skirtings.

Will look fab with a runner.

NIce wall colour too, what is that? I need to paint mine at some point, its too grey.

My hall looks a bit bashed in after all the work done over the years.

Yes I was thinking of lining the loo and sink up on one wall to maximise the space and hopefully keeping some storage. There is no utility so I do need somewhere for household gubbins. My coat cupboard is quite full...

Thank you, it will be nice to have it done, it’s always been a bit of a let down! It’s just elephants breath on the wall which I can’t normally photograph very well!

it must be some time since you did your hall? They always get bashed, I had the walls touched up last year and they need doing again.

I was wondering if something like this would (layout) but obviously tall storage the other end? I’m just not sure how far the concealed cisterns project, I’ve just checked mine which is 730.

😂 I remember your cupboards dilemma!

https://victoriaplum.com/product/reeves-wharfe-white-straight-small-drawer-fitted-furniture-pack-with-white-worktop

Wow that looks just the thing, thank you! I had thought a concealed cistern would be best, I have them elsewhere and they are much neater.

My cupboard issues were such a headache, I now have hall storage but it does eat into the kitchen.

My hall is also E Breath but it looks almost purple and not half as nice as yours. Must be the light.

I saw a fantastic pic of a hall the other day with an upholstered bench and old table, will dig it out and post it. I need to find one too, but they arent the easiest to get hold of.

Thanks for all your help. MUCH appreciated!

Here it it, hope the link works

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/447193438003624641/

That’s good!

I’m just not sure how far those loos project, I was more focussed on finding a low cistern to go under a window rather than how deep it was!

oh that’s strange re the hall! Mine looks purple in photos but most of the hall isn’t, just pockets on the landing as that has a north facing window.

thankyou, sadly the link didn’t work. It did have a nice chair though but that was in Australia!

Thats annoying re the pinterest link. It wasnt a shopping link more a photo of a nice old hall with a bench plus table which I thought you might like. Wll see if I can put another link in....

FOund it, first photo on this page

http://interiorsbylisaguest.com/

Ooh very nice house! Thank you 😊