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Think Big when Remodeling a Small Bathroom

Why deny yourself a magnificently decorated bathroom just because you’re dealing with limited square footage? With an intelligent use of colors, textures, Think Big when Remodeling a Small Bathroom - Toolbox Divasmaterials and light, you can transform your washroom into a grandiose spa. Here are some suggestions to get you started on the right foot.

Sunny day at the beach or Asian inspired oasis

If you’re hopelessly in love with the seaside atmosphere, you can remodel your tiny bathroom to emulate the feel. Replace your chunky closets with shallow sand-colored cabinets. Since you won’t have much room after you insert the toilet and tub, make it more spacious with ambient bulbs and task light. Don’t forget about the key beach detail – flooring made of stones arranged to resemble dried out riverbed.

On the other hand, you may prefer a more traditional, but non-western set-up. Build your Asian style oasis with sophisticated, elongated fixtures and a graceful standalone vanity. Place a focus on the vertical dimension by incorporating ladder towel storage and an eastern-style carved-out partition set between the sink and the toilet. Make a balance between dark wood cabinets and bamboo mirror frame by opting for soft color palette for the remaining elements.

Couple retreat or a private Zen escape

Master bathroom

Making a His-and-her bathroom is not an endeavor solely reserved for the large spaces. Moreover, this solution can finally put an end to the bathroom sharing discussions.

To create an illusion of spaciousness in this type of layout, make use of the continuous horizontal line (accomplished by vignettes), a grand, frameless mirror and a smartly positioned tank. Put up a marble-clad divider and utilize its recess space for storage. Lastly, opt for a baseless shower for an additional expansion of the footage.

If you’re still single or you’re redecorating a private bathroom for yourself or the guests, a Zen escape theme is a great way to go. Grab the user’s attention with a horizontal, wooden frame mirror and transparent Shoji screen that spans from floor to ceiling. This can conceal some ill-placed, ghastly aluminum windows. Add some discreet Japanese-style accessories to round off the room.

Simplicity or grandeur

Your bathroom can still look invariably gorgeous even if you employ just a few simple elements to furnish it. A nice, tall limestone bath can be tucked into any modestly-sized bathroom to give it an effect of effortless class. Pair it with a thick, elegant shower curtain and a cherry-wood, curvaceous vanity with deep drawers for maximum storage space.

To make your bathroom resemble the grand en-suites of the most expensive hotels, invest in luxury glass fixtures and elements. The sole use of glass makes the space more fluid and roomy. You can accomplish it by introducing a smooth, ellipsoid glass counter-top and a backdrop made of tiny glass tiles that follows the curve of the fixtures. Combine it with a smooth-line mirror and pastel walls in amethyst shade.

Rustic hacienda or a chic powder room

Capture a whiff of the traditional South American estate bathroom into your own tiny washroom with a reddish travertine counter and a sink made out of a copper bowl and fixtures. Pair it with some slightly misshapen hand-crafted tiles and rich draperies to add that homely farm-charm to this room.

For starters, nothing makes a bathroom decidedly modern and chic like an impressive, sleek bathtub, say at Blue Lagoon Bathrooms. In addition, make the best of your tiny corner by introducing a patina counter-top, an old bronze basin and some stealth recessed fixtures.

Modern redo or retro makeover

Transitional Bathroom

Can’t decide between a contemporary or vintage look? Read on. Design a statement feminine retreat by using silk-padded upholstery material for the upper wall area. Balance it out with some rugged, stainless steel accent pieces.

As a contrast, we have a vintage redo with just a hint of contemporary style. Place some trumpet-shaped light fixtures on each side of the oval mirror. Combine it with a classic medicine cabinet and frame-less shower set-up. This will shift the focus to the magnificent amber glass vignette and oversized subway tile work.

Why settle for the simplistic, boring set-ups when you can think big and give your bath area a unique, personal mark. We have presented some of the most eclectic options to help you with your decision.

 

Article written by Lillian Connors. If one thing is true about Lillian Connors, her mind is utterly curious. That’s why she can’t resist the urge to embark on a myriad of home improvement projects and spread the word about them. As the Co-Editor at SmoothDecorator, she cherishes the notion that sustainable housing and gardening will not only make us far less dependent on others regarding the dwellings we inhabit and what we eat, but also contribute to our planet being a better place to live on. You can check her out on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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