Budget Bathroom and Cloakroom Ideas and Designs

Thompson Family Bathroom
Thompson Family Bathroom
TOC design & construction inc.TOC design & construction inc.
DESIGNED BY TOC design CONSTRUCTION BY TOC design & Construction inc. PHOTOS BY : Tania Scardellato I was fortunate to have a young family approach me in desperate need to renovate there only 3 piece bathroom. This space was In dire need of a remodel, with old brown wall to wall tiles and a dated bulky yellow brown single sink vanity. Storage was a must, lighting a necessity, and proper accessibility to the shower bath area. We had a tight budget to respect, but a full gut of this bathroom was required. And a good thing too, once we started doing the demolition we noticed that mildew and rotting floors and walls had accumulated throughout the years. Doing it right the first time is no joke when dealing with water and electrical issues. We discarded all reminisce of old and built from scratch, new walls, new plumbing, new electrical ,new insulation and a new window, a new fan that actually exhausted outside ( I say this laughing as you would be amazed at how many fans are installed but don’t exhaust outside, and you the client would never know unless you go inside the attic space. Once all the hard stuff was done, the rest is just a matter of smart design. If you have a small bathroom here are some tips to guide you. 10 tips for making a small bathroom feel larger Is your tiny bathroom cramping your functionality and style, leaving you longing for the enormous bathrooms gracing the pages of design magazines? Even if your bathroom is a fraction of the size, all it takes is some design savvy to make the most of the space you have. Consider these 10 smart tips that will help your bathroom look, feel and function like those larger contenders. 1-Get creative with corners Space is at a premium in small bathrooms, so it's important to maximize every inch. Corners, for example, provide extra space for shelving, storage units and even hooks. Get creative and install unique design solutions that are not only functional, but also eye-catching. If you love the airiness of floating cabinets, add baskets or decorative boxes under for extra storage. If you are installing floating cabinets insure that they are installed securely to studs or plywood at wall. 2- Let solid colors shine Busy patterns have a shrinking effect and make small bathrooms seem even smaller. Conversely, light natural hues make a space feel more open. If you're itching to get creative with design, experiment with textures but keep overpowering patterns to a minimum. Tone on tone is the best to achieve this. 3 - Maximize your bathtub A bathtub takes up a significant portion of the room, but modern, compact options with curved basins, can make the tub feel larger when in use, all while conserving space. 4 - Select a smaller faucet A faucet is jewelry for the bathroom. And just as accessories can overpower an outfit, a big bulky faucet isn't flattering in a small bath. Single-handle designs conserve counter space, while a wall-mount installation frees it up all together and can create quite the wow-factor, if the budget can accommodate the required changes to plumbing behind the wall. 5 - Make vanity storage simple If you're in a storage war with your small bathroom, you're not alone in the battle. Toiletries and personal supplies without a place to call home only add clutter and chaos. Store smart with a space-saving vanity, the dual sink vanity shown here, looks quite simple, but in reality it has 4 sets of full extension drawers, and the vanity tower adds extra storage without overpowering the use of space. 6 - Show off the shower Shower curtains may be pretty, but they interrupt the visual flow of a bathing space and make it feel significantly smaller. In bathrooms with small footprints, opt for a clear glass sliding shower door that doesn't require the clearance of one with a hinged design. Or as shown in this design and for fraction less expensive a half hinged panel installed on a fixed tempered glass panel. If you're embarking on a big remodel, create the illusion of more space by using same tile in the shower that's used throughout; instead of seeing them as two separate zones, the eye will read them as one. 7 - Discover the treasure of hidden storage Work with a contractor, and you just might find some serious storage potential hidden behind your walls. Whether it's utilizing space between the studs for shallow shelving or a creating a small linen closet by annexing space from an adjacent room, even small additions can make a big difference. 8 - Focal Point Tile is a beautiful, durable addition to any bathroom. For dainty spaces, consider installing tile at a diagonal to accentuate the focal point or as in this bathroom I used an oversized textured pattern to bring depth to the space at the window wall. 9 - Choose the right lights Strategically install light to reflect and brighten a small bathroom to make it appear larger. Recessed lighting is an affordable solution for tiny rooms, offering ample light while taking up little space. Wall sconces alongside a mirror also reflect off the walls and make a room feel bright and airy. I always recommend going with LED lighting at 2800 to 3000K. 10 – Accessorize This is your time to shine in your decorating skills, have fun with your towels, you can change the color scheme daily just by adding pops of color in your accessories, make sure to get items that serve a dual purpose, like baskets, boxes they can always be used as hampers, storing of towels and even a nice display for your guest.
Sterling Grove
Sterling Grove
Bespoke Fine InteriorsBespoke Fine Interiors
Inspiration for a small traditional shower room bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, beige walls, a submerged sink and engineered stone worktops.
Modern Vanities
Modern Vanities
Custom Cabinet Source IncCustom Cabinet Source Inc
A modern Master bath suite. Rift Red Oak clear finish cabinetry with engineered quartz countertop and under mount sinks.
This is an example of a small modern shower room bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green tiles, glass tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a vessel sink and wooden worktops.
My Work
My Work
All Surface RefinishingAll Surface Refinishing
We refinished the acrylic tub and the cultured marble skirt in the picture. We did the tub a standard white while doing a custom multi-speck finish on the tub skirt.
Family Room Design
Family Room Design
Emerson Grey DesignsEmerson Grey Designs
Inspiration for a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls and a console sink.
Bathroom
Bathroom
The Decor CenterThe Decor Center
Design ideas for a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Wichita with a vessel sink, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone worktops, a walk-in shower, white tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls and porcelain flooring.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill
ett konceptett koncept
Design ideas for a small modern half tiled bathroom in Stockholm with a wall-mounted sink, grey cabinets, a built-in bath, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring and a shower/bath combination.
Capitol Hill Bathroom
Capitol Hill Bathroom
colour + design.colour + design.
Paint! High impact for a low-budget makeover. Gorgeous color! Raspberry brown adds depth and visual impact for a low-budget makeover.
Photo of a small bohemian ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with a wall-mounted sink, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a wall mounted toilet, brown walls and ceramic flooring.
Echo Park Spanish remodel
Echo Park Spanish remodel
ArtCraft Homes LLCArtCraft Homes LLC
A total gut-to-the-studs and rebuild within the shell of a vintage 1931 Spanish bungalow in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles by Tim Braseth of ArtCraft Homes. Every space was reconfigured and the floorplan flipped to accommodate 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a dining room and expansive kitchen which opens out to a full backyard patio and deck with views of the L.A. skyline. Remodel by ArtCraft Homes. Staging by ArtCraft Collection. Photography by Larry Underhill.
Henderson Street
Henderson Street
DesigntankDesigntank
Photo of a small modern shower room bathroom in Brisbane with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls and ceramic flooring.
Wood and Pipe Toilet Paper Holder
Wood and Pipe Toilet Paper Holder
Wood & Iron LampsWood & Iron Lamps
Wood and Pipe Toilet Paper Holder
Design ideas for a small rustic bathroom in Montreal.
Green Bathroom Design
Green Bathroom Design
Garden State TileGarden State Tile
6x6 Green Tile from Crossville, Inc used on the shower walls with 2 thick glass borders.
Design ideas for a small bohemian shower room bathroom in Other with an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, green tiles and porcelain tiles.
Royal York Residence
Royal York Residence
LUX Design | Interior Design BuildLUX Design | Interior Design Build
The clients love to travel and what better way to reflect their personality then to instal a custom printed black and grey map of the world on all 4 walls of their powder bathroom. The black walls are made glamorous by installing an ornate gold frame mirror with two sconces on either side. The rustic barnboard countertop was custom made and placed under a black glass square vessel sink and tall gold modern faucet.
Small Bathroom Renovation in Howick
Small Bathroom Renovation in Howick
Revamped Interior ProjectsRevamped Interior Projects
Custom made wall hung two drawer vanity, porcelain top, tall cabinet and mirrored cabinet. Photo Credit: Edward Howie Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Auckland with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface worktops, a corner shower, grey walls, ceramic flooring and a wall-mounted sink.
Light and Modern
Light and Modern
Ripples BathroomsRipples Bathrooms
Paul Craig - www.pcraig.co.uk
Photo of a medium sized contemporary bathroom in Other with a vessel sink, glass worktops, a freestanding bath, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, blue tiles, porcelain flooring, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and blue worktops.
Dalston
Dalston
Michelle Chaplin InteriorsMichelle Chaplin Interiors
Simon Maxwell
Photo of a medium sized contemporary ensuite bathroom in London with grey tiles, porcelain tiles, a walk-in shower, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an open shower.
Vina's Tiny House
Vina's Tiny House
Sol Haus DesignSol Haus Design
The bathroom sink is compact and supported with a steel frame, custom made and welded by Vina's boyfriend.
Small contemporary shower room bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and an integrated sink.
West Hills Kitchen, master bath, guest bath, balcony,
West Hills Kitchen, master bath, guest bath, balcony,
Noah Construction & DesignNoah Construction & Design
Design ideas for a medium sized modern bathroom in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone worktops, an alcove bath, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls and porcelain flooring.
Sammamish Bath Goes Zen
Sammamish Bath Goes Zen
Model RemodelModel Remodel
Cindy Apple Photography
This is an example of a small classic shower room bathroom in Seattle with a submerged sink, an alcove shower and grey tiles.
Tiburon
Tiburon
T. Haynes LightingT. Haynes Lighting
This bathroom needed lighting that would match the minimalist theme of clean, straight lines and chrome hardware. Simple light fixtures without the frills can be surprisingly hard to find!

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