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Need help or advice on decorating/filling empty space in the bathroom

5 years ago

Hi, I have an empty space between my toiled and the single sink in the powder room. I have a modern, contemporary style therefore need advice on something that would match that. I will add a photo once at home. Still missing some kind of wall picture above the toilet so disregard that empty wall space. I need to have something either against the wall or on the floor. I was thinking make up table but it would be a bit weird sitting next to toilet I think. Please help :)

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Jamie Ludwig

5 years ago

I would go for some kind of storage for extra towels etc.:

http://www.kirklands.com/product/Furniture/More-Rooms/Storage-Furniture/Ivory-Metal-Basket-Tower/pc/2285/c/3061/sc/2308/199012.uts

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Saypoint zone 6 CT
5 years ago
Are you looking for something that will give you some storage, or just something to fill a space? If the latter, I would say you don’t need anything next to a toilet. A photo would help.
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I agree, the wall above the toilet is barren. I was thinking of either adding floating shelves or a leaning shelf ladder to go over the toilet. The other concern is where to put the towel bar. The door to this bathroom opens in and would hit the bar if we placed it on the wall (I asked for it to open out and the contractors pretty much laughed at me). I guess towel hooks wouldn't be a bad idea (thanks, Maureen!) I would love to add artwork but worry that the moisture would ruin them? Is there a certain type of frame that I would need to use for artwork in bathrooms? No plans to cover the linen closet - I was going to buy some nice baskets to keep it looking organized. A vanity would not fit so that is why we opted for the console sink which left us with no storage. Sorry, I don't have a photo of the blank wall, but I will upload it when I am there next. Thanks for all the advice!
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decoenthusiaste
5 years ago
No photo yet.
carissima86
Original Author
5 years ago
Saypoint zone 6 CT
5 years ago
Not the best photo, can’t see the whole space, but my instinct is to say put a wastebasket there and call it a day. Maybe an art print over the toilet, but we can’t see the wall, or only half of it.
Jamie Ludwig
5 years ago
Saypoint: if you click on the photo to enlarge it you will see all the way to the floor
_sophiewheeler
5 years ago
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Empty space need not be filled. The very essence of modern design is editing away the extraneous.

Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.

—William Morris
pattyl11
5 years ago
Saypoint zone 6 CT
5 years ago
Oh. Like magic. :o) For sanitary reasons, I’m not sure what you could put there. How about a couple of floating shelves on the wall up above? If you don’t need the storage/display space, I still think just an art print would do it. It is a bit of an awkward spot but its location right next to the toilet kind of gives it an ick factor. Sorry I’m not more help.
carissima86 thanked Saypoint zone 6 CT
erinsean
5 years ago
How about a tall plant or at least one on a pedestal.?...I have a plant in my bathroom and have to take it outside and wash the dust from the leaves now and then. Another suggestion would be a colorful garden stool in that spot. Third, I would say nothing...easier to clean and will look nice and neat..
carissima86
Original Author
5 years ago
I am still looking for a nice art piece above toilet regardless. But wasn't sure if I should put a furry chair, or fake plant, or acrylic tray in that space between the toilet and the sink. I want to stay modern, so not sure if it would be too much.
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suezbell
5 years ago
Art that is shelving that is art for above your toilet:

http://twoiseven.com/wood-shelf-design/gorgeous-modern-wall-shelves-modern-wall-shelves-honeycomb-shelves-gorgeous-modern-wall-shelves-modern-wall-shelves-honeycomb-shelves-book-shelf-modern-wall-shelves-geometric-wood-wood-shelf-design-im/

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