How Not to Design a Combined Bathroom: 8 Common Mistakes

A combined bathroom is a frequent feature in modern homes. Some find this option more convenient and deliberately combine the bathroom with the toilet, others accept what they have. Regardless, this room should be stylish, functional and comfortable — as we spend considerable time there. We explain how not to set up a shared bathroom: top 8 common mistakes.

Ignoring Ergonomics

Placing all necessary plumbing and furniture in a small area is no easy task, but that's not enough. During the planning of a combined bathroom, it's essential to consider all usage aspects of the space: to avoid reaching for towels in the far corner or tripping over a toilet at the entrance.

Trying to Embrace the Unmanageable

Assess the room dimensions carefully; don't try to fit everything at once, leaving only a tiny gap between the toilet and sink. To feel comfortable in the bathroom, it might make sense to move the washing machine to the kitchen, opt for a shower cabin or even give up bulky storage units.

Forgetting About Unconventional Solutions

Times when all plumbing was of standard forms and sizes have long passed. The modern market offers a wide range of unconventional solutions for setting up a combined bathroom. You can choose corner toilets or bathtubs, mini sinks, compact furniture, or narrow household appliances.

Rejecting Zoning

Zoning techniques come in handy in a combined bathroom, whether it's visual separation of space, partial partitions, or screens.

Not Providing Niches

Installing niches is an excellent way to save space and provide additional storage in a small bathroom.

Not Working With Space

Refusing to work with space is a serious mistake in decorating small rooms. There are many ways to visually expand the boundaries of a shared bathroom and adjust its geometry: mirrors, color, lighting, tile layout.

Inadequate Lighting

Poorly lit corners "eat up" space, making the room visually smaller. For a small shared bathroom, this can be a true catastrophe, making it feel cramped and uncomfortable.

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Settling for Less

Some combined bathrooms have a decent area. Unfortunately, not everyone knows what to do with it — and often spacious bathrooms are decorated unfunctionally, with minimal use of the space.

Don't limit yourself: choose a large bathtub with hydrotherapy, set up storage systems, install a bidet. With the right approach, a shared bathroom can be transformed into a real home spa complex.