Personalize the space with details The line between house and home is often defined by how much of the owner’s personality is showcased in the space. The bathroom is no different. Create a unique ambiance by including thoughtful details in the décor of the room. For instance, change plain metal doorknobs with printed ceramic ones. I find that one of the easiest and effective ways of injecting some individuality in the bathroom is to get rid of commercial packaging for shampoos and lotions. Place them instead in prettier containers.
Place special items in the bathroom
One
of the fastest ways to amplify the aesthetic value of a bathroom is to use
unexpected design elements. An antique rug, a cushioned chair and pieces of
artwork – these are items normally reserved for other parts of the house.
However, there are no rules that say that they can’t be brought in the bathroom
as well. Our bathroom wall is lined with pictures of the kids. Placing
decorations such as these instantly make the bathroom feel part of the home.
Be creative with
colour
The
colour is a room’s personality. Do not always think in terms of size when it
comes to choosing which hues to use. Generally, bright colours look great in
small spaces because it makes a room feel more expansive. However, dark colours
can work just as well. They make the bathroom feel more dramatic. Colour does
not always have to come from paint though. Spruce up a bathroom by bringing in
colourful fixtures and accessories.
Look beyond tiles
Bathrooms
do not always have to use tiles on the walls and the floors. Explore other
options such as wood or stone. The walls outside of the shower stall may also
be covered in wallpaper in interesting prints and textures. The most important
consideration when it comes to floor and wall coverings for the bathroom is the
humidity. Make sure that they are constructed to be moisture-resistant so they
don’t peel or warp.
Place plants in the
bathroom
There
are some plants that are just made to thrive in the bathroom. Pick a plant
depending on the characteristics of the space. If the bathroom does not get
enough light, explore the use of aloe vera, orchids, ferns. If gets enough
light, tropical flowering plants might work. In any case, plants brighten the
space and help freshen up the air.
Have enough storage
Bathrooms
need a lot of storage to contain the various items that are needed to be
accessible. Rolls of tissue, make-up, toothbrushes and medicines – the list
goes on. Storage does not have to be limited to built-in cabinets and shelves.
The use of other storage items such as a metal locker or a wardrobe can be just
as functional and more visually interesting.
Invest in good
fixtures
You
will only be able to enjoy a bathroom if it works properly. This means,
bathroom fixtures have to be dressed up and working at their best. Pick
timeless pieces such as those made out of brushed chrome or bronze. For a more
cohesive look, invest in a set so that the towel bars, sink and shower fixtures
match.
Choose appropriate
lighting
Lighting
for the bathroom is not just as simple as installing a couple of fluorescent
bulbs overhead. Accent lights can help open up the space. A good tip is to use
the mirror as a start-off point. Recessed lights near the mirror can create a
brighter atmosphere. Another option is to use sconces on either side of the
mirror and installed at face-height. These lights also help illuminate the face
when grooming or putting on make-up.
Do not neglect the
shower curtain
Fortunately,
there are plenty of attractive shower curtains available in the market. Take
advantage of this! Rotate shower curtains of different designs to refresh the
look of the bathroom. Start off a collection with having a curtain in plain
white, then expand to colourful prints. No matter what design, stay away from
cheap, plastic curtains as they can make the room feel inexpensive. Instead, go
for softer materials to create a more luxurious atmosphere.
Watch out for extra
space
Like
most households, our main bathroom problem is that there is not enough space to
hold everything. To remedy this, we had to learn where to look. To make a
bathroom feel larger, find ways to make use of every inch of the bathroom. The
back of the door is often an underutilized space. Hang rows of towel bars to
maximize the empty vertical space. You may also place hooks to hold up laundry
bags. It is an ideal way to increase storage without the need of additional
furniture. The space underneath the sink can also be useful. Place decorative
baskets, such as those made out of wicker, to hold cleaning supplies or dirty
laundry.
