Small Bathroom Makeover

Before: This bathroom is L-shaped, has a sloping ceiling over the bath and one tiny window – so getting any kind of character into the scheme, while adding storage space, was a real project.

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Before

After

After: This tiny room battled postage stamp size dimensions, a sloping ceiling and small window. So how did it succeed?

Build In Storage

There wasn’t much choice for the layout of this room, so the only space for storage was above the loo. Combining hidden storage with open shelving allows for both a tidy space that has an element of display – a must if you want to bring some character into a small room. For more ideas, see our bathroom storage gallery.

Create A Light Scheme

To enhance space, the scheme was basically all-white, with hints of blue in the tiles, towels, bottles and the pale blue of the wall behind the toilet and sink. A large mirror sitting above the sink also helps bounce light around the room. Good lighting is also key - find out how to improve your bathroom lighting in our guide.

Find Adaptable Fittings

The tiny proportions of this room, exacerbated by the sloping ceiling above the bath meant that even a full-sized, fixed shower screen was out of the question. So, a folding screen that could be put flat back against the wall meant that the bath was accessible.

For More Small Bathroom Planning & Inspiration
- Plan A Small Bathroom - design tips and practical advice
- Bathroom Storage Buys & Ideas
- Bathroom Planning Advice - from layouts to regs
- Bathroom Design Ideas - for inspiration

Credit: Pictures: David Giles

Styling: Andrea Dean