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Designing the perfect bathroom in a limited space can be a bit of a challenge. With large bathrooms it does not matter so much where each element is situated but in a small bathroom design the elements do become crucial. Let’s look at a few space saving ideas.

A bath or a shower, do you really need both or is combining a small bathtub with a shower an option. Always use small compact baths in a small space, larger baths will dominate the room and make it look small.

With bathroom sinks and vanity units you should choose smaller sinks or even built in units and avoid fitting large bulky bathroom faucets. Corner sinks can be good for use in small bathroom design plans.

Avoid using a corner bath in a small bathroom. Corner tubs do not actually save space and often look bulky. It is always better to fit a smaller compact bathtub, or perhaps just a corner shower.

Wet rooms  may be a more expensive way to go, but they can have a great effect and make good use of a confined space. Installing a wet room is not for the armature and should be done by a reputable company to avoid problems.

Make use of the corners with shelving, look at having recessed shelves in the walls. Solid and partition walls can often be cut into to fit shelves within the wall. Ideas like this can save space and add to the overall project.

Try to combine as many space saving ideas as you can and spend time planning the design out before you buy anything. Making plans of your small bathroom using pictures can  help to visualise the end results. Making some effort at the design stage will make it possible to create a wonderful and functional bathroom.

If you want a change in your bathroom’s style, you may be tempted to tear it down from top to bottom – but if you’re means are limited by a budget, then it’s probably not going to happen but there are still many bathroom designs that can be utilised. There are other ways around this, such as doing smaller changes that will fit well within your means. Below you will find a variety of suggestions to help get rid of that old look, and turn your bathroom into something fresh.

Bathroom Designs Made Simple

Most of the bathroom design ideas in this list can be done in a few hours or at the most, a weekend project. Even if you have the money to remodel on a larger scale, you still might want to give these ideas a shot – they look great and can save you money!

First things first – Give your bathroom a better look all around just by getting organized. Clear off the counter tops, empty out the cabinets and vanities, and remove items off of the floor area. Once you’ve accomplished this, you now have a clean slate to work with. Organize your clutter into categories such as: use often, use occasionally, and never use. The trash is a nice place for the never use items or they can be donated; things used occasionally can be stored in plastic bins or containers and placed in the cabinets; and of course your often used can be placed front and center for easy availability.

Another idea for a relatively simple bathroom design to consider is to paint – anything from simple to a faux finish can really add a nice touch to a bathroom’s appearance. Walls are not the only things to be painted, you can even paint your cabinets to give them a fresh look, or re-stain them.

Lighting in your bathroom can really change the look and feel, so try adding or replacing old fixtures with new ones. Candles are an inviting touch to any room, and that includes a bathroom, either for mood lighting or just for a pleasing scent.

Try switching up your hand towels or washcloths – changing patterns or colors can be refreshing. You don’t have to stop at towels, but instead continue with a new shower curtain or window treatments for a posh appeal.

The knobs on your drawers and cabinets can be changed to something more unique, as well as hooks or toilet paper holders.

Adding touches of art can really spruce up the look, using sconces, paintings, or other decor to add some flair. If you go with a rustic theme in your house, try using something with a touch of the old west. Perhaps your bathroom space is a little on the small side, you can make it feel larger by adding some well-placed mirrors. Don’t be fooled though, a small bathroom design project can often be just as expensive as a much larger project, so make sure you set a budget beforehand.

Sometimes once you begin making small changes and you see how great the results look, you may feel inspired to start looking for new flooring, vanities, or other items in your bathroom. By starting out with small, money saving bathroom designs, you can begin to put money back to use later on for that full scale remodeling job.