Before and After: Budget Bathroom Renovation 3 sqm by Yourself

This studio apartment with an area of 32 sq. m is located in a Moscow Khrushchyovka building from 1964, which is included in the program for housing renovation. Real estate agent Roman Mynzerauru bought the apartment to rent out and did the renovation himself. The budget for the redesign was only 400 thousand rubles. Let's see how the combined bathroom, which is just 3 sq. m in size, was transformed.

Room tour of this apartment (17 minutes)

Before the renovation, the bathroom looked quite unattractive: old decor, cracked tiles, and outdated plumbing gave a general feeling of neglect. Additionally, there was a problem with space: the washing machine didn't fit anywhere, and the only storage option was one glass shelf under the mirror. The main task was to update the finish and utilities, keep the bathtub, and also provide space for a washing machine.

The old flooring and plumbing were completely replaced. For wall cladding, white tiles were chosen, adding black grout in the bathtub area to create a stylish contrast. A new special sink allowed installing the washing machine, solving the storage space issue.

In the bathtub area, a pair of shelves for gels and shampoos was installed. They added functionality and created an interesting visual accent in the interior design. A key addition was a towel rack. When assembled, it's convenient to hang towels, and when unfolded, it can be used to dry laundry.

The new mirror above the sink is equipped with neat backlighting that creates soft and attractive lighting. Thanks to the reflective properties of the mirror, the room visually appears more spacious. The stylish curtain also adds to the overall design.

The renovated bathroom became more modern and significantly improved its functionality. Every detail was carefully planned to make the space more convenient for daily life.