A bathroom is a room whose interior should not only be convenient and practical in terms of the use of plumbing items, but also aesthetic, cozy, and comfortable. In the bathroom it is necessary to create a relaxing atmosphere that helps not only to carry out water and sanitary procedures, but also to relax after a hard day and gain strength for new achievements. Every little detail is important in the formation of such a design, not to mention the selection of the main components. This publication is dedicated to ideas for decorating modern bathrooms. We hope that large selection design projects will help you get inspired for a major renovation or minor remodel of your bathroom.

Current ideas for creating original finishes

The finishing of a bathroom should perform several functions - reliably protect surfaces from high humidity and temperature changes, and be practical in terms of maintenance. But we expect not only functionality and practicality from the design of the ceiling, walls and floor in a utilitarian space; the aesthetics of the decoration, the originality of the choice of color or texture solutions, and the creative combination of various finishing materials are also important.

One of the most current methods combining materials different color within the bathroom - a combination of light and dark surfaces. Contrasting design always helps not only to emphasize the ideal geometry of the room, but also to bring dynamism to the interior. In addition, against a dark background, snow-white plumbing fixtures look especially impressive. With the help of local dark finishing, you can create an accent and emphasize the originality of the shapes of plumbing fixtures.

Another popular way to combine bathroom decoration is to combine neutral tones with materials. bright colors, colorful designs and patterns. It could be a combination of light ceramic tiles and bright mosaics with a metallic sheen (gold, copper or silver). No less popular is the combination of textured tiles imitating masonry or a concrete wall with products printed with a bright print, a thematic design, or even a photo print.

Unusual plumbing – the highlight of the interior

Obviously, most of the bathroom space is occupied by plumbing fixtures– bath or shower, sink, toilet. One of the simplest, but at the same time effective solutions on creation original interior is the acquisition of creative models of plumbing fixtures. Unusual shapes or colors in themselves can become a highlight of the bathroom design and do not require any accompaniment in the form of original accessories. Each popular plumbing manufacturer has a line of original models of bathtubs and sinks, console (hanging) toilets and bidets, spacious or compact hydroboxes. The choice of original plumbing fixtures will depend on the size of the utilitarian room, the needs of a particular family and its financial capabilities.

Wall-hung models of sinks, toilets and bidets not only help save precious usable space in small bathrooms, but also introduce modern stylistic motifs into the interior.

Plumbing accessories in an unusual design

The shine of chrome accessories for bathroom plumbing will no longer surprise anyone. Depending on the chosen style of bathroom design, you can choose antique faucets and shower heads (copper, brass coatings with a deliberately applied patina) or ultra-modern accessories made of ceramics, in black or white.

Black faucets, shower heads and other sanitary accessories look incredibly stylish, fitting perfectly into modern style interior, hi-tech and contemporary. The contrast of dark tones helps not only to emphasize important functional segments, but also to create contrasting dynamics in the character of the interior.

Practical and aesthetic storage systems

Not a single bathroom, even the most modest in size, is complete without storage systems. But the possibilities of a utilitarian space are not limited to a traditional cabinet under the sink or a wall cabinet with a mirrored door above it. Depending on the size of your bathroom, you can choose the following: original options creating storage systems or surfaces.

Built-in storage systems are always aesthetically pleasing, spacious and save useful bathroom space. These can be either cabinets with fronts or racks with open shelves. It is only important to take into account that all materials must be impregnated with special antiseptics against the formation and proliferation of fungal bacteria

Original open shelves themselves can attract attention, not to mention their contents. The most relevant use of wood is to create small, but at the same time quite spacious shelves. Aged wood or a deliberately untreated surface will fit perfectly into a modern bathroom design style.

No less originality can be achieved by using shelves attached to the ceiling in several tiers, consisting of metal and wooden elements. A whole composition of open shelves inevitably attracts attention.

TO mobile systems Storage includes various baskets, trays, wicker or wooden containers that are filled with bath accessories. Just one such detail can add a touch of homely warmth to the most austere bathroom interior.

Whatnots on wheels are no less mobile. Two or three tiers of shelves allow the design to be spacious, easy to use and at the same time an aesthetic storage system.

In order to organize not just comfortable, but incredibly convenient and relaxing water procedures, it is enough to equip the utilitarian room with a small board (the width of the bathtub). You can put a book on it, place candles, a small vase of flowers, an aroma lamp or a glass of juice.

Original hangers and holders

You can also add originality to the bathroom interior with the help of minor details, for example, unusual holders for towels, bathrobes and other bath accessories.

How about using a small ladder as a hanger? The advantage of such a device is its mobility - you do not need to drill the walls (along with ceramic or stone tiles) or use any other type of fastening. You can not only hang textiles on the rungs of the stairs, but also attach containers for all sorts of small items.

Bathroom lighting system

Lighting fixtures for the bathroom are no less important than right choice plumbing fixtures and accessories. Even in a room of the most modest size it is difficult to get by with just one ceiling lamp– this should be spot lighting in several places on the ceiling or strip lighting around the perimeter. It is important to create the required level of illumination in the mirror area above the sink (or a pair of sinks) - this can be a backlight built into the mirror surface or Wall lights. In a small bathroom, a lighting system helps create a visual expansion of the space.

If the height of the bathroom ceiling allows the use of hanging lamps, then it makes sense to use the lighting fixture not only for its intended purpose, but also as a decorative element. Original model chandeliers or pairs pendant lamps are able to bring creativity to the design of the bathroom and become accent elements of the interior.

Candles can hardly be considered elements of a bathroom lighting system, but they can definitely be used as a decorative element. Not to mention the fact that candles help create a special, relaxing atmosphere for a leisurely bath and other water treatments.

Decorative elements

Often the bathroom interior has a rather austere appearance. This especially applies to small rooms, which, for the purpose of visual increase The spaces were decorated exclusively in light colors. So that the walls covered with light tiles do not evoke associations with a sterile operating room, small accents and details that attract the eye are needed. It could be a beautiful shell, a starfish, an original plant (and it won’t be difficult to find a variety that really loves humidity), hand-painted vessels for liquid soap, bath salts and other bath accessories.

Ideas for modern design bathroom

Bath or shower?

What to choose: a full bath or a shower? You can argue on this topic endlessly, it all depends on your preferences. But if the question “When was the last time you took a bath?” If you find it difficult to answer, we still recommend choosing a shower stall. This way you save space for additional furniture and a washing machine. And taking a shower in a spacious cabin without having to climb into the bathtub every time is a great pleasure!

Pay attention to hanging furniture and plumbing fixtures. This will make the room visually more spacious and also make cleaning easier.

Use the space under the sink. On the shelves you can place clean towels or beautiful baskets with detergents. It is important not to leave bottles and bags of powders in sight - this creates a cluttered appearance and “eats up” excess space. I wrote in detail about options for storing small items in the bathroom and putting things in order.

Game of reflections

Mirrors are our main assistants when working on the design of small rooms. They are especially relevant in small bathrooms, because... combine practical and aesthetic functions. If you don't mind some impracticality, you can install them across the entire wall and your bathroom will look much larger.

Corner mirrors work very effectively - they not only visually expand the space, but also create an interesting play of reflections.

Small bathroom design: Niches

Use niches. You can create a niche in the wall separating areas in a combined bathroom, either above the bathtub or in the shower. Don't be afraid to build up a wall to create a niche. She looks neater than hanging shelves, and visually disappears into the room, merging with the wall. By placing beautiful boxes for cosmetics and clean towels in the niches, you will get a functional and stylish rack.

Attractive accents

Zone the space with interesting bright tiles. For example, create a strip of contrasting tiles on the wall and floor in the vanity area.

A contrasting wall behind the bathroom will make the room visually longer. Can be used beautiful mosaic, tiles with an interesting texture - wood, stone or, bright saturated colors.

A large drawing deceives the eye and the room seems larger. Use a wide stripe or a bright print on the curtain.

Not a fan of bathroom curtains? Replace it with a glass partition or door. It perfectly performs its main function, and looks more elegant and neat.

Important little things

Pay close attention to the textiles in the bathroom. It would seem, what does the color of towels have to do with the design of the bathroom? However, colorful multi-colored towels also visually clutter the room. A universal option is white towels and a robe. Contrary to popular belief, they are quite practical, because... They are all washed at once, but look fresh and neat. If you don’t like white, choose any other color or combination of them, but then when buying new towels, try to stick to the chosen color scheme.

Interesting accessories and original plumbing fixtures can become a highlight and an expressive accent in your apartment. Great example shown in the next photo. An antique set and a mirror in a luxurious frame look great. A beautiful large pattern on the wallpaper and a marble apron complete the decorative composition of the interior.

This room isn't just wood paneled. The designers masterfully adjusted the pattern of the vein lines - it smoothly flows from one panel to another. Wood finish creates a feeling of comfort and warmth. The lighting in the niche deserves special attention. It gives a modern touch classic interior, attracts the eye and distracts attention from the white toilet.

A contrasting technique can look quite interesting. The upper and lower parts of the walls are completely different, both in color and texture. The top is covered with bright painted wallpaper, and the bottom is lined with painted panels. More expensive finishes are immediately noticeable and are highlighted very favorably by the natural light coming from the skylight.

The design of a small bathroom in the next photo looks impressive. Although the room is dominated by two types of materials and a neutral color scheme, thanks to the non-standard design in the form of books on the shelves, it looks very original. At the same time, charming vegetation in white pots on the windowsill adds a touch of color.

The play of light and shapes give this room a unique atmosphere. Just look at the ceiling vault. Just good example when the bathroom is too compact for such experiments to cost you a considerable amount. The image of trees on the wallpaper luxuriously plays up the wood lining of the floors and walls. The illuminated arch creates the effect of depth of space. It seems that somewhere there is still a forest going on. The shape of the arched wall resembles a door, and the lighting creates the illusion that it is slightly open.

Elegant simplicity doesn't have to cost you a fortune. The noble color and exquisite painting on the wall gives the bathroom a rich look. In this case, only paint was used in the finishing.

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Interior design of a bathroom combined with a toilet

How can a home be cozy and stylish without a sparkling and inviting bathroom? Most likely not. Boring old tiles and rusting pipes do not make you want to enjoy taking a bath, but you want to quickly wash yourself and run away. It is even more scary to be in this room if the bath is combined with a toilet. Therefore, it is very important for a good housewife to select the design of a small bathroom so that it is pleasant to be in and can be proudly shown to guests.

In the spacious bathroom you can roam around and apply various design ideas and modern technologies. But those who have a very small bathroom also want to decorate it stylishly and make the most of every corner.

A small combined bathroom is a problem for many owners of Soviet bathrooms. So what to do? I want to live beautifully! So, we’ll think about how to add chic and shine to such a bathroom.

It is impossible to move the toilet and bathtub to other places. This will require approval from the BTI, and permission will not be given there. Let's leave everything as is, and we will work with the walls, floor and ceiling, and also consider various models plumbers.

Advice! What materials can be used to cover the walls and floor of a bathroom? The standard answer is ! But, fortunately, not only! There are now many materials available to create a stunning, sophisticated bathroom design.

Popular interior materials:

• decorative plaster;
• mirrors;
• mosaic;
• marble;
• ceramic tile.

In our opinion, For small space The use of mirrors or decorative plaster will be very successful. Mirrors will increase the space, that's understandable. They can be placed around the entire perimeter of the room. This way, you get the effect of volumetric space. Mirrors can be combined with any other material, because it is not practical to completely decorate the walls with them: this will require careful daily care, otherwise splashes, smudges and stains will literally destroy all the splendor. An alternative to conventional mirrors can be frosted or corrugated glass.

Decorative plaster is different in that it is much faster to apply than laying tiles, thanks to it you can create any color transitions, and apply various designs using stencils. Wouldn't this add sophistication to the most standard and prosaic bathroom? I think this option will capture our imagination!

Mosaic and marble are the most expensive materials. If you get serious about it, this is it. Laying out mosaics in itself is a serious matter and has always been considered an art. Blue, soft pink or lilac in combination with white will create the desired effect of spaciousness and will simply be pleasing to the eye.

If you like the mosaic, but “in moderation”, then you can limit yourself mosaic tiles. It also looks stylish, but will be much cheaper.
Another way to stand out is to line your miniature bathroom with marble. It is better to decide for yourself whether this is advisable. In any case, a marble bathroom will look extraordinary, moreover, this material is very reliable and will serve “faithfully” for many years.

How to enlarge a small bathroom with the right ceiling

When thinking about the interior of the bathroom, we can completely forget. It seems like no one is looking at him. But once you make a mistake, it will immediately catch your eye. What should not be allowed in the ceiling design of a small bathroom?

• If the height is low, you cannot choose dark colors.
• Refuse the temptation to do multi-level ceilings.

If suddenly the ceiling height is “good” (this happens in old houses), then you can beautifully play with the contrast of colors. For example, we make a light “bottom” and a dark “top”. But when the ceiling is ordinary, upon entering such a room it will seem as if it is about to crush us. These are unpleasant sensations and should be avoided.

Fashionable and, of course, beautiful multi-level ceilings in a small bathroom will look bulky.

We want to achieve at least some space, at least visual.

What will help us with this?

• Use light colors or transparent materials.
• Bright lighting.

With this in mind, you need to choose correct options finishing the ceiling in the bathroom. The material must withstand constant exposure to moisture, temperature changes and be durable. It’s unlikely that anyone will want to do renovations every year and think about the next design project. Therefore, you need to focus on proven and popular methods for decorating the ceiling:

• rack and pinion aluminum ceiling;
• mirror ceiling.

We have chosen those that will best decorate the interior of a mini-bathroom and make it delightful and cozy. And with a stretch ceiling it’s as easy as shelling pears, because any design and pattern can be brought to life. With its help, instead of a ceiling, we can have a blue sky with clouds or a clearing with flowers. Built-in Spotlights will scatter light and add mystery and romance to the interior.

A slatted aluminum ceiling is all the rage and a godsend for those who want to create something similar on standard square meters. Of course, these beautiful “things” will fit perfectly into our tiny room. Long glossy panels are simply designed to create the illusion high ceilings and a large area.

A mirrored ceiling, like the walls, will visually enlarge the bathroom, and, in addition, they look very stylish. But! The main thing here is to maintain balance and not overdo it with mirrors. Otherwise, the zest of the interior will disappear, or rather, there will be too much “raisin”, and this is no longer interesting. Leave either mirror walls, or the ceiling.

If you have sorted out the decoration a little, then you can think about the furniture.

Choosing furniture

We love this part of the apartment very much, and we want to place some necessary things there, for which it is completely inconvenient to constantly run into the room. It would be just ideal to put a spacious nightstand in the bathroom and hang shelves.

Usually in small baths there is free space under the sink, as well as on the walls. This should not be forgotten, because every centimeter of space is important to us.

There are many cabinets on sale that fit under the sink. Most often they are sold along with it. Therefore, when changing the bathroom decor, it is best to buy new sink with built-in bedside table. There are very convenient sets with a long countertop, which is located on the bathroom.

It is possible that there is room for a tall and narrow pencil case. If there is nowhere to squeeze it in, then you need to use the free walls. There is one above the toilet (in combined bathrooms), above the sink, bathtub or washing machine.

Of course, shelves or cabinets should not be heavy or overloaded. We will use them to store towels and hygiene products. In a regular cabinet you can put a bucket, basin and detergents. Usually all this is stored in the bathroom, but no one wants household items to be visible and spoil the interior.

Basic requirements for furniture:

• compactness;
• ease;
• strength;
• moisture resistance.

Where to put the washing machine

We housewives find it very convenient when washing is done traditionally in the bathroom.

But it seems that our bathroom is unable to accommodate a washing machine. What if there is nowhere else to put it? We'll have to look for a way out.

If there is no free space, you can put the equipment under the sink, but not a regular one, but a flat one. Smart manufacturers have already provided this way of saving space and began making sinks for a certain size of washing machines. They can be purchased as a set and installed at the same time.

In addition, there are narrow models machines with vertical loading, it can be squeezed between the sink and the wall. But not quite close, a small gap must remain for ventilation.

There are few options when it comes to placing a washing machine in a small bathroom. If there is a place, then you are very lucky. If not, come up with something else. At least you can sacrifice the sink.

You can't live without a mirror in a small bathroom

Indeed, is it possible to do without mirrors in a large bathroom? Even if we choose a mirror finish as a design, and it’s not above the sink, we’ll still have to hang it.

While discussing furniture, we said that it would be good to place all possible cabinets on the wall. They are practically equipped with mirrors. By buying one of them, we solve two issues at once.

You won’t be able to fit everything you want into a compact bathroom. You always have to give up something. If you don’t place the washing machine along the wall, you can hang it there large mirror at full height.

Mirrors can be different shapes and “work” on the main idea of ​​the design. With pronounced marine theme, it would be nice to find a mirror in the shape of a fish or sea animal.

If the bathroom is dominated by certain geometric shapes, then it is advisable to choose the same mirror.

Which important details What should you consider when choosing a mirror?

• Will the mirror be well lit (take care of the lighting).
• Who will take care of it (maybe buy a heated model and forget about the stains?)
• How long will it last (there are special mirrors for the bathroom that are resistant to moisture, but ordinary mirrors will quickly lose their appearance).

REMEMBER! A successful mirror will “save” any interior!

If the bathroom has a shower

For the home - a brilliant invention. This is what you need for a small bathroom. There are many models of such cabins; corner or simple but compact ones are most suitable for us. Luckily, there are a ton of them on sale.

The shower cabin provides the following benefits:

• saving space;
• saving water (less water is consumed when taking a shower);
• comfortable washing process (especially if the model has a hydromassage function);
• modern, stylish look bathroom.

By replacing the bath with a shower, we can find space for a washing machine and some small cabinet. However, I would like to warn those who like to force and clutter everything!

Even the most spacious bathroom can be so cluttered that it will seem like a shed. In a small room, this risk increases many times.

There is no need to put something in every corner. It's better to put only the most necessary things in the bathroom. And only then will it look more spacious, and it will be much more pleasant to enter it.

The only disadvantage of this solution is the lack of a place for small children to bathe. There are two options here:

• or place a small bathtub on the bottom of the cabin;
• or wait until the children grow up.

Another alternative is bathtubs with a shower cabin; they are ideal for a large family, in which there are both shower and bath lovers. But placing it in a cramped room will not save space. Although, in general, this combined option is very convenient.

The decision about the advisability of all this must be made individually. And this time you have to choose between comfort and space.

Renovation ideas for Khrushchev residents

In apartments with such a sonorous name, two types of bathrooms were designed, so in three-room apartments we have separate bathroom with a tiny bathroom, and in two-room apartments - the toilet and bathroom are combined.

A tiny “three-ruble ruble” bathroom completely destroys all attempts to dream up its arrangement. All the advice we gave about decorating walls and ceilings in a room like this applies here.

Basic moments:

• use several spectacular mirrors;
• make it glossy suspended ceiling with spotlights;
• give up dark shades;
• do not hang shelves or cabinets (one above the sink will be enough);
• If possible, change the bathtub to a shower stall.

A successful design of such a bathroom implies maximum simplicity, the absence of unnecessary details and clutter.

Combined in Khrushevkas is more spacious. Against front door There is a toilet, next to it there is a sink and a bathtub. There is free space next to the door, which is usually reserved for the washing machine.

What can be done with this prosaic situation? How to add chic and shine to it?

Option one

We change the plumbing. We choose a square-shaped toilet, sink and bathtub. It is advisable to find a sink with a long countertop that extends to the bathroom. You can place all hygiene products and other necessary little things on it.

It is also advisable to hang square mirrors above the bathtub and sink. The ceiling is finished with slatted aluminum panels. We lay out the floor and walls with mosaic tiles.

Option two

We install a toilet with a wall mount, select a flat sink complete with a washing machine, and hang a large mirror above them. We replace the bathtub with a corner shower stall, and place a narrow, high shelving unit between it and the wall. We leave the wall next to the door free; only a small laundry basket can be placed there.

We suggest covering the walls and ceiling with decorative plaster in pastel colors, and laying the floor with tiles in a contrasting shade.

There can be a lot of design ideas for a combined bathroom in a bathroom. Fortunately, now there are all the materials to make any dream come true.

Bathroom in a private house

When designing a bathroom in your home, you can plan in advance where you will place the fixtures and furniture. There are no restrictions of an apartment building here.

If the house is wooden, then both the walls and the ceiling can be sheathed with moisture resistant wooden slats. It is best to cover the floor with regular tiles to match the color of wood.

It’s great if the bathroom has a window, small room it perfectly increases the space. It can be decorated in an original way with rolls or. This will add coziness to the bathroom, which sometimes seems “cold” and damp.

An important function of the window is the ability to ventilate and dry, which is especially important with wooden finishes.

IN brick house It is advisable to “ennoble” the bathroom walls with ceramics or stone. In this case, the ceiling can be decorated with any type of suspended ceilings: they are aesthetic, reliable and inexpensive.

The good thing about a private house is that it can be renovated and remodeled endlessly: the neighbors can’t hear anything. However, I want to carry out the renovation efficiently so that all the interior elements serve for many years until they become boring.

To do this, you just need to use reliable materials and follow our advice.

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Small bathrooms are the scourge of modern mass housing. It is difficult to find an apartment in which you would not have to literally bite off precious square meters from adjacent rooms to accommodate a larger bath.

However, it is rarely possible to physically expand a bathroom - you have to go to various lengths to fit all the necessary plumbing fixtures and furniture in a compressed space. How to make a small bathroom cozy and functional?

The first step is designing the bathroom

First of all, you need to determine how the furniture will be arranged in the bathroom. There are many design options, and they can be successfully combined to get the optimal result. You need to decide what you want to see as a result: a practical room or a work of design art.

To expand the interior space, you can use methods created by designers from all over the world:

1. Maintain the minimalism and conciseness inherent in Asians. Forget about hot tubs with curved shapes - only straight, strict lines and ideal geometric shapes.
2. Use plenty of light. Natural light will not be available if a window in the bathroom was not provided during the construction of the house, but correct selection lighting fixtures, coupled with light finishes, will help to get rid of cramped spaces to some extent.
3. Accessories. A large number of small details that attract the eye will distract attention from assessing the real volume small room– the bathroom, if not larger, will seem less cramped.
4. Ornaments on the walls, combining tiles different colors, playing with shades. Looking at the patterns, not a single person will notice that there is no room to turn around in the bathroom.
5. Use of modern achievements of plumbing in the interior. Today you can have fully functional bathtubs, showers and sinks in very modest sizes.

When planning a bathroom design, you need to consider more than just the actual small size of the room. You should take into account the number of people who will use the bathroom, the required set of plumbing fixtures (whether the bathroom will be combined, whether a full bath is needed or a shower is sufficient, etc.).

Remodeling the interior of an apartment is a difficult task even in a new building. All communications are fixed - if you want to rearrange something, it’s not a fact that you will be able to do it. In addition, leveling the walls can be difficult.

It is necessary to take into account the specifics of the design of a wet room - due to the fact that finishing materials must be moisture resistant, the range of available options is greatly reduced.

Priorities should be set as follows: practicality, durability and only then aesthetic appeal.

To design the design of the arrangement of furniture and plumbing, you can use special computer programs or sketch a drawing by hand, indicating the location of all the main interior elements. Form a clear picture in your head of what you want to see in the end - and only then get to work!

How to fit everything in?

The main design principle when creating the interior of a small bathroom is to get rid of everything unnecessary.

You should forget about:

• inappropriate placement of items - cosmetics should be placed in a cosmetic bag or next to the trellis, dirty clothes and washing supplies should be placed in a separate closet;
• collecting things “in reserve” - in fact, you don’t need 5 cans of shampoo and 10 cans of shower gel;
• using the bathroom for purposes other than its intended purpose.

Teach yourself to be organized and store excess items in the pantry and separate cabinets in other, more spacious rooms. This is especially true for electrical appliances - hair dryer, curling iron, etc. - keeping them in the bathroom is not only pointless, but also dangerous.

It’s easier to fit essential items into your bathroom if you only fit what’s really necessary. How to organize the arrangement of a minimum set of plumbing fixtures?

Combined bathroom

In most apartments, the bathroom is separate - after all, people usually live with entire families, and using a shared bathroom can be inconvenient. But in reality there is nothing wrong with placing a toilet next to a small bathroom. Even if the project provides for two rooms for plumbing, it makes sense to combine them in order to more efficiently use the available square meters.

There are several design options for organizing a combined bathroom:

• We place the bathtub along the width, arrange the rest of the equipment and furniture along the long side of the room;
• the bathtub is placed in a niche, the walls of which can be used to place shelves - this will take up some of the space, but you can compensate for the reduction in the volume of the room by installing a mirror on the entire opposite wall.

If using a shared bathroom is inconvenient, someone lives in the house big family– you can separate the toilet and bathtub with a decorative screen, which can be easily removed when no one is washing.

Shower cabin

Small-sized appliances will save interior space and even allow you to install a washing machine. One of the design options for using minimalist technology is a shower stall.

Cabins come in a variety of varieties - you can even make one yourself by installing a watering can and drain behind the wall, separated from the rest of the bathroom glass door. What is usually on sale is not floor-standing cabins, but sitz baths with this kind of glass flask on top The choice is great, and it’s worth thinking through the basic design, starting from the style in which the cabin you like is made.

Corner bath

If you don’t want to completely give up a bathtub in favor of a shower, a small corner bathtub would be a compromise solution. It is much easier to place than a full oval bathtub.

The shape of a corner bath can be very different:

• oval;
• square;
• circle - not particularly suitable for a small bathroom;
• complex shape with curved edges - maximum usable space.

By the way, not only the bathtub, but also the sink can be corner. You can wash your face in a small washbasin - there is no need to install plumbing fixtures the size of a full-sized one in the bathroom kitchen sink. The hanging style will save space under the sink.

And finally, the door. If the bathroom door opens inward, remember kind words your home designer and remodel it so that it opens out into the hallway. Better yet, replace the bathroom door with a sliding one - this way it won’t take up space at all.

Visually expanding the space

Many methods have been invented to deceive human perception. You can trick your brain into thinking that the bathroom is larger than it actually is:

• using light colors in the design when finishing;
• diagonal laying of tiles;
• by expanding the walls, raising the ceiling, lowering the floor - save as much as possible when rough finishing the concrete box;
• bringing the shape of the room closer to a square - elongated rectangular shape does not allow one to be deceived;
• creating smooth transitions between walls and horizontal surfaces - work with color and round moldings.

A classic solution for expanding bathroom space is the use of large mirrors. You can hang them not only on the bathroom walls - mirrored cabinet doors will also help. Moreover, you can cover the entire space from floor to ceiling with cabinets - compact furniture Today there are many, even the most picky designer can choose something.

Working with tiles

Tile is traditionally used to decorate the bathroom interior. Of course, there is waterproof plaster and special drywall, you can even decorate the walls with natural stone. But in terms of expanding the room, tile is the undoubted leader.

The size of the tiles in the bathroom should be small. The smaller it is, the more confused the brain is - it will look not at the area of ​​individual elements, but at their total number. The associative series is simple: there are a lot of tiles, which means the bathroom is large. If you don’t involve consciousness, the effect is excellent. A non-contrast mosaic will help even more, which can be used to create smoothness not only on the walls, but also on the ceiling of the bathroom.

As for the color in the interior, light shades should be used, but not white - this “hospital” color is not only psychologically difficult, but also difficult to maintain - white tiles will have to be washed almost daily.

The entire room should be made light - finishing the lower half of the walls in contrast would be a bad decision, since it will divide the room and kill the entire expansion effect. The only design style allowed is dark vertical stripes.

It is better to take glossy, smooth tiles. It will reflect light, working in tandem with mirrors, and further increase the space. The exception is the floor, which should be finished with matte material for safety reasons. Or at least put a rubber mat on the smooth floor - slipping on wet glossy tiles is as easy as shelling pears.

The tiles should be laid evenly from the floor to the ceiling of the bathroom. Do not use curbs, thresholds, or dividing strips - they will attract attention and show the actual area of ​​the bathroom.

A little more about floor covering bathroom It is not at all necessary to use tiles - a self-leveling polymer coating with a pattern or photo printing would be an excellent design variation. It’s easy to create an effect of depth with it, and it will make a small bathroom feel larger. Photo wallpaper can also be used to create an imitation of natural light.

Color rules

Light colors are a salvation for a small bathroom. Bright colors strain your eyesight, and you want to relax in the bathroom. Dark colors can only be used when equipping the bathroom with powerful light, which we will talk about a little later.

Color disharmony is the main enemy of high-quality small bathroom design. Walls, floors, ceilings and all interior items should match each other in style and shade. This doesn't mean you need to paint everything the same color - that will look bland and tasteless. A little contrast is always good, but light, pastel colors should take precedence in the bathroom.

Shades of white, beige, milky colors (but not pure white) are ideal for a bathroom interior. They create a feeling of cleanliness and expand the room.

If you decorate light tiles with ornaments (you can use acrylic waterproof paints for this), you can create certain motifs in the room - for example, Japanese. Sakura branches and petals on light tiles, furniture made of natural wood– the eastern corner is ready!

Other possible colors are soft blue and light green. Remember the ban on saturation and brightness. These colors have a beneficial effect on a person’s psycho-emotional state and improve the effect of relaxation. hot bath. They are associated with water, nature, purity. They go well with white earthenware.

The market offers a wide variety of volumetric tiles and tiles with textured surface. You shouldn’t use it - protrusions and stucco eat up the space of the bathroom and absorb light, making the small size of the bathroom even more modest.

Combining colors in the bathroom is an option for bold designers. This will make the interior unique, but you should be careful: in a small room it is permissible to use only three different shades.

Lighting

So, the best version for the interior design of a small bathroom is a combination of light shades and natural light. But a window in the bathroom is an unaffordable luxury in our conditions, and try to find at least one similar apartment in planned development buildings.

We have to make the most of the wonders of electrification. Electronics in the bathroom are dangerous, but you can't do without light. The wiring needs to be hidden as best as possible and protected from moisture - it is best to put it under the tiles.

Sconce lamps are not difficult to find today. The choice of models is huge, and you need to try to choose options in the same style. The number of lighting fixtures and their power is up to your taste; try to make the bathroom as bright as possible. But to ensure a relaxing, romantic environment, it’s worth considering dim lighting. The ideal option is lamps with adjustable light intensity.

Powerful light will allow you to use dark colors in the design of even a small bathroom. But dimming the light will turn dark room into a real hole, in which, because of the large mirrors, it will also be scary to be.

An excellent option is lighting built into the bathroom ceiling. It is safe, and sconces hanging on the walls will not take up space. If the ceiling is suspended or suspended, even spot or LED lighting is possible.

Furniture selection

Many owners of small bathrooms abandon furniture in favor of large and capacious plumbing fixtures, which do not carry a particularly useful load. You shouldn’t do this - even in a modest space there is room for cabinets and shelves.

The basic principles for choosing plumbing fixtures and furniture have already been revealed:

• pay attention to corner baths and sinks, shower cabins, transformable appliances;
• use the entire height of the walls to place cabinets;
• cabinet doors with mirrors partially compensate for the wasted space in the bathroom;
• the washing machine can be hidden under the sink;
• give up tiled partitions, thick curtains and screens in favor of glass.

All this will allow you to appropriately place shelves for washing supplies, instead of placing bottles of shampoo, shaving gels and everything else on the sides of the bathroom.

Furniture design

Whatever the style of the bathroom, no matter how small it is, one rule must always be followed - all furniture must be moisture resistant.

Remember that durability is more important than aesthetics - a beautiful bathroom is great, but it will be of little use if everything rots and you have to renovate it again after a couple of years.

Among the common materials you can pay attention to the following:

• MDF, chipboard, laminate - always with waterproof impregnation;
• plastic – don’t think it will look cheap, modern plastic items look quite good;
• glass is not only practical, but also relatively invisible, due to which it visually saves more free space;
• stone.

I would like to use natural solid wood in interior design, but this is not recommended. It looks beautiful, but such bathroom furniture is designed for large rooms with good ventilation.

In our modest rooms, moisture is actively concentrated, hot steam actively destroys even wood impregnated with stain and varnish. Considering the high cost and the imminent but inevitable redevelopment, wood is a waste of money.

Built in furniture

Compact cabinets with mirrored doors can be used, but the best solution there will be a built-in wardrobe that extends from floor to ceiling in the bathroom. It can be built into a niche that frames the bathtub. Even better - glass or metal shelves.

Where should I put my laundry?

Storing dirty clothes in a hamper next to the bathtub or directly in the washing machine is a common practice. Very bad practice. Linen in the bathroom deteriorates due to constant exposure to humidity, not to mention the fact that the basket for it eats up a significant amount of free space.

It is best to hide the laundry basket in the closet. If it is not there, go to the built-in closet. Washing machine It’s also worth hiding - this will eliminate the temptation to store unnecessary items on it.

Interior in detail

Mirrors and accessories will complement the image of the bathroom and allow you to divert attention from its size. Overdo it with small details, however, it’s not worth it.

The larger the mirror, the better - the space will double if you make the entire wall mirrored.

Cleaning will take a lot of effort, but you can buy mirrors covered with a special film - it repels soap splashes and prevents the glass from fogging up. In addition, it will last longer, since humidity and hot steam destroy even glass over time.

When creating a stylish bathroom, you can't do without accessories. All of them should be elegant and orderly - deliberate negligence is permissible only in a large area. Everything should be in its place and complement the interior without becoming an excessive feature.

If you are creating a minimalist bathroom, there should be fewer things. Get rid of everything unnecessary and concentrate the style features of the interior design in colors, furniture, plumbing and ornaments.

Bottles for shampoo and soap, a glass for toothbrushes, a mirror frame should be in harmony with color scheme room without being a bright spot. This also applies to towels and bathrobe: if you are a girl who loves pink, you shouldn't hang a fluffy pink towel in a green bathroom. It will be easier for men in this regard.

Small accessories and decorations should fit into the theme of the bathroom. You can fill the shelves with sea shells, hang ivy or another heat-loving plant, or a small picture on the wall. Emphasize your style and individuality, feel free to experiment: after all, accessories are not tiles, and a bad decision can always be changed.

It is difficult to create a modern, classic or Provence style in a small apartment area - a complex design requires large quantity details and sometimes has features that are impossible to implement in a bathroom.

Minimalism and hi-tech in the interior - ideal options for this room. Glass and metal are indispensable attributes of such styles. The room will become stylish and comfortable without losing its functionality.

However, no one forbids taking risks - if you love Provence, try placing wicker baskets, porcelain and natural materials. If you carefully and carefully study the interior of the apartment, you will succeed!

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