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How to Plan Your Furniture Scale & Layout
Whether you are designing for yourself or someone else, bed + bathrooms should be cozy and comfortable, providing a space to unwind, recharge, and escape the chaos of the world. Even if your typical design style is more maximalist, bed + bathrooms usually lean more minimalist to offer a serene backdrop for a good night’s sleep. Bed + Bathroom layouts are also more simple. The square footage of your room and size of your bed frame will typically dictate the best layout.
These are some of the most common bed + bathroom furniture pieces that you’ll need to account for on your floor plan with tips on the best ways to arrange them in your space:
Remember, these are just the basics. The specific furniture arrangement and additional pieces may vary based on personal preferences and the size or shape of the bed + bathroom. Get creative and have fun with your layouts! If you need an extra hand, check out our step-by-step guide on How To Design a Bedroom.
On one hand, bed + bathrooms are undeniably practical spaces. They serve a very specific purpose and are often the smallest rooms in any home. On the other hand, bed + bathrooms also double as havens for cleansing and self-care, an intimate escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Small room, big personality.
Despite being a relatively small space, there are a lot of considerations in creating a good bed + bathroom layout. If you are building from scratch or remodeling, you may have more flexibility in your bed + bathroom layout and placement of plumbing fixtures. But moving plumbing is not always possible (or comes with a hefty fee!) — not to mention the many code requirements that dictate where you can and cannot place your fixtures (check with your local building department to find out what these are in your area).
In order to maximize square footage in a bed + bathroom (and to also save on plumbing and electrical costs), it’s common for all plumbing fixtures — sink faucet, toilet, and shower or bath valves — to be arranged in a straight line against a wall so your water and drain lines can all connect. The most basic layout would be: sink (or double sink), toilet, bath tub or walk-in shower (if designing a full bath). If you have the space to spread your fixtures out for a more luxury spa feel, keep in mind who will be using the bathroom at the same time and the flow and common traffic patterns from one fixture to the next.
Whether you're in the process of designing a new bed + bathroom or looking to revamp your existing one, the key components from one bathroom to the next are not that different. When planning the floorplan for a bed + bathroom, consider including the following:
Remember, these are just the basics. If you need an extra hand with your bed + bathroom design, check out our step-by-step guide on How To Design a Bathroom.