Bathroom Planning
space
The most important consideration is the shape of your space, because it will
determine the layout and the size and type of fixtures you can include.
You'll also need lo accommodate structural obstacles such as windows, doors,
support beams, ceiling height, lighting, and plumbing.
budget
Another important aspect of design is your budget How much you can spend
will determine the extent of the renovation that's possible as well as the
type
of fixtures and materials you'll be able to use If you're just replacing
some fixtures and storage to update the look of the bathroom without taking
up the
floors and moving walls, you should probably budget £5,000 to £7,000 .A major
overhaul, on the other hand, can cost as much as £15.000 to £25.000. or possibly
more if you're using high-end fixtures and fittings. Once you know your budget,
you can start making a checklist of features and fixtures that you'd like
to include, with a sense of what's a necessity.
function
When you are getting close lo choosing specific fixtures and fittings, keep
a couple of practical things in mind Clearance is important, especially
if anyone in your household has special needs. You need to plan the placement
of the sink, bath tub, toilet, bidet, and shower so that you can maneuver
around them Manufacturers can generally provide specific clearance .guidelines
as
can a contractor, architect, or designer. Keep in mind that ceiling height
can be an issue: . Also important is that you plan your lighting from the
very beginning, rather than simply adding a couple of sconces once the
bathroom
is finished. Proper lighting not only provides light where it's needed,
it can also establish the desired mood or atmosphere for your bathroom. Programmable
LED lights make it possible lo change the feeling of the space at will
And
at the sink, avoid lighting that's placed directly above you as it will
cast shadows in your face that make you look tired and interfere with applying
makeup
and other grooming.
style
Finally, think about style. Start with how you want the space to feel
- hotel bath, a serene spa, a glamorous mirrored extravaganza, a simple
1920s collage,
a masculine space, a feminine space, cozy, lofty. Determining how you
want the space to feel will help you figure out what design style is right
for
you. From there it's a matter of choosing the fixtures, fillings, materials,
and
artwork that will best express the mood you want to create. Whether you're
drawn to the warm, natural beauty of stone, The slick, industrial style
of metal, or the handcrafted, tactile feel of ceramic tiles, countless
materials
are available to help you create a bathroom that is practical yet personal,
efficient yet stylish.
