Bathroom
Keep it simpleLook for clever ways of incorporating storage into unused nooks and crannies. Be creative, as sometimes these spaces are not so obvious. Here, the designers have created a section at the end of the bath for a drawer of toiletries. This could free up space elsewhere in the bathroom.How have you made more room in your home for storage or a home office or something else? Share your ideas and experiences in the Comments section.
Plan in advanceThe more organised you can be, the less likely it is that you’ll incur additional costs. These small projects have a tendency to drag on, so to ensure the contractor and crew are out of your hair as swiftly as possible, try to purchase everything before they start. This will ensure all goods are delivered as soon as they’re needed on site, avoiding unnecessary delays and cost overruns. Think about the details you’d like to include and discuss all of them before work begins. For example, if you want a recess in your shower to hold shampoo and body wash, be clear about this from the outset, as it will be difficult and costly to install after the tiler has started.
Match with the wallsYou don’t have to choose a bold shade or tactile material – you can make a big statement on your ceiling by using the same colour or finish as on the other surfaces in the room. In this stunning bathroom, the designers have coated the walls with a Moroccan polished lime plaster called Tadelakt. If they’d stopped at the top of the walls and left the ceiling a standard white, it might not have had the same effect. Instead, the plaster continues up and over, creating a cave-like effect that embraces the whole space. Clever recessed lighting adds even more drama.What do you think of these ideas for statement ceilings? Share your thoughts in the Comments section.
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