Design Tips: Planning a Small Bathroom

In a room where you both start and end your day, it’s important that the design feels practical, comfortable, and a pleasure to use. When planning a small bathroom, common challenges often include limited storage, humidity control, and restricted wall space for essentials like towel rails or mirrored cabinets.

The good news? With thoughtful planning and clever design, almost any layout can be transformed into a beautiful and efficient space. The secret is to work with your room’s proportions rather than against them, using smart solutions that maximise functionality without compromising style.

At West One Bathrooms, we offer an extensive range of space-saving products created specifically for compact rooms, including reduced-depth basins, short-projection WCs, and slimline taps. Combined with innovative storage and creative finishes, even the smallest bathroom can feel effortlessly elegant and perfectly balanced.

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Key things to consider:

 

  • Choose wall-mounted fittings – Keeping the floor clear instantly makes a small bathroom feel larger and lighter. Opt for wall-hung WCs, basins, and vanity units to create an open, airy look.

 

  • Stick to a neutral palette – Soft, light colours help reflect natural light and make the space feel calm and cohesive. Avoid breaking up the room with too many contrasting tones, which can make it feel smaller or boxy.

 

  • Go for a wet room-style shower – Let the floor tiles flow seamlessly into the shower area without the interruption of a raised tray. This creates a clean, contemporary look and enhances the sense of space.

The Best Multi-Purpose Features for Compact Bathrooms

Smart, multi-functional pieces can completely transform how a small bathroom looks and feels. Here are some of our top recommendations:

  • Shower-over-bath combinations – If you love to soak, choose a bath with an integrated shower to maximise space and floor area. This gives you the best of both worlds without compromising on comfort or design. 

  • Waterproof Wallpaper – A stylish and practical alternative to tiles, Waterproof Wallpaper adds colour and personality without grout lines breaking up the space. It’s also incredibly easy to clean and helps the room feel warm and cohesive

  • Shower Toilets – These innovative designs combine a WC and bidet in one, saving valuable space while offering the comfort and hygiene benefits of a washlet system

  • Wet room showers – By continuing the same flooring throughout, you create a seamless flow that visually expands the room. Removing the shower tray also enhances the sense of luxury and openness

Each of these clever design ideas helps maximise function and style, proving that even the smallest bathroom can feel spacious, practical, and indulgent.

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