Master bedroom / bathroom / closet layout
Need help with layout of Master.
We are doing a small extension of our home to finally get to have a decent size bathroom and closet, since what we have now is teeny.
Our bedroom is currently 14.5 feet square, which is more than enough.
We don't know how to best utilize this new space (8 foot extension) and improve our room?
There is a large window in the bedroom, and bathroom/closet need to stay more or less in the area shown. Entrance to the room is the long hallway at the bottom left of each photo.
computer drawn suggestion is one option, with two sinks and makeup counter.
Hand drawn idea has been another suggestion with one sink on the main bathroom counter, and another small sink on the makeup counter. (not that on this picture, the window beside the toilet was overlooked, so no storage would be there). Also move hubby to a secondary closet on the "hallway" which may be nice since it's a small space to physically be in together. He doesn't need as much space and is happy with that size plus the bedroom storage.
I don't even know what is practical as I've never been lucky enough to have a nice master bathroom or closet!
Would really appreciate layout suggestions! (the only requirement is that bathroom should stay more or less in that area)
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eisfam
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Comments (16)Hopefully whoever is drawing your plans can help with the code stuff. There are some here that are good with that stuff. I'm not one of them, but I have picked up some stuff reading here. I think if you prefer the style where the closet is accessed through the bath, then I would definitely try for a door to the toilet. I would keep it in the footprint of the old hallway as you drew, but nudge the bottom wall down even with the bedroom wall to get 60 inches. Leave the shower as is. Consider having the door open into the bedroom so it doesn't interfere with the WC door, or consider a pocket door. You could also use lateral hinges, and that opens the option of designing the door to blend with the wall for a hidden room look. I think you should reconfigure the closet a bit too. Only 12 inches between hanging rows will almost certainly not be enough to allow access to the back half of the rows. I'd guess you might get away with it for shallow rows, but I think 48 inch rows will need more space. Since narrow doorways are 24 inches, I'd guess that would be a decent minimum, but 30-36 would probably be more comfortable. I really haven't read much about closets though. Hopefully someone with some insight will be able to comment. Those windows make things interesting! I sense you are having the same issues I did trying to design around them, though I think it can be done....See MoreMaster bedroom/bathroom layout
Comments (4)Have you gotten estimates on this? Will there be foundation work, or are you just cantilevering over for your bump outs? I ask because, foundation work/integrating into old will be much more $$$ than just cantilevering, if that is possible. But, cantilevering has dimensional limitations. If you are planning to have to pay for a foundation, then go for the size you need, and not smaller/more cramped... because an extra foot or 2 of foundation really isn't that big a deal cost-wise once you are there doing the work....See MoreMaster: Bedroom Bathroom Closet Layout
Comments (4)Finally, I got it to post a picture. Original Post: We are struggling with laying out our master bedroom area. It is a small area, about 15'x22'x8'high. The entry into the room cannot move, but the french door that leads out to the backyard can be relocated. We would like to have a double vanity, walk-in shower, walk-in closet, and if possible a soaking tub. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!...See MoreNeed Help with Master Bedroom Bathroom/Bedroom Layout - 1970s house
Comments (5)I like my first idea best as far as use of space. I know people say not to put toilets on an outside wall. We had one in our last house in Iowa, but we had 2X6 construction. I don't know how high your window is, but I'm guessing the toilet would fit under there. The shower would be 5 feet long or shorter if you want a wider space to get to the toilet. (kind of tight the way I have drawn). You could do a 5 and half foot long shower and do an angled door at the left end to allow room between the shower and toilet. The vanity would be about 7 feet long, unless you do a 60 inch vanity with a linen cabinet at the door. I would reverse entry door swing if you do that.. The second top right could work and you would still have a small closet. The bottom left plan would require waterproofing your front window. Hopefully someone will give you other ideas. The bottom right plan is bigger, but no closet. Each square equals 1 foot....See MoreMrs Pete
5 years agoI like the second computer drawing (better than the hand drawing) because it allows access to the closet and the bath from the hallway ... and I prefer keeping the bed "by itself" so your spouse doesn't walk by while you're taking a nap.
I agree with the above poster that double sinks + a make-up counter seems like overkill.
Are those two pedestal sinks? I like pedestal sinks, though I like them better in a powder room, where storage isn't nearly as important as it is in a master bathroom. Here's a bathroom with pedestal sinks paired with good storage:
You really don't want a pocket door on a bathroom. They're great for doors that stay open most of the time (laundry, pantry, mudroom), but they're no good for doors that're opened/closed multiple times a day -- they're harder to open, and they do wear out -- and when they wear out, you may need a pro to fix them.Your closet is a narrow. Clothes need 24" of hanging space, so you'll have only 18" of walking space in the middle of your closet. I think you can afford to give up a foot or a foot and a half in the bedroom to make the closet a more comfortable width ... but if you say, "Impossible!", another option is to place hanging clothes on one side and shelving on the other side ... shelves only need 14-18" of depth.
I'd do away with the little plant stand at the door of the closet ... and make the closet another foot long.
The entry hallway to your master is both wonderful and horrible ... it'll assure you of privacy and quiet, but it could come off as as a bowling alley. Be sure you have nice lighting in this hallway, and consider some artwork or a special paint treatment.
My conclusion: if this were my space, I'd keep it very simple and do something like this:
- I'd steal 18" from the bathroom's width to make the closet a comfortable size ... and place a small table (or Ikea shoe cabinet) at the end of the closet ... with a mirror above it -- okay, a bigger mirror than this example:
- I'd go with a simple three-piece bathroom, which would fit comfortably in your space. If you're saying, "But that's not enough !", I'd say go with upscale materials rather than size to make it master-nice.- Practical thoughts: With the water-items all in one wall, you're saving money and minimizing spaces where leaks can occur. No one wants to think about a future leak, but if you have one, with this layout, the plumber could go "through the back" through your closet rather than tearing up your expensive bathroom tile. Patching and repainting in a closet is much less invasive /expensive than replacing bathroom tile.
- I know you want some natural light, and you could have a short-wide window over the shower. Not as nice as a big window, but best-suited to the space you have.
- You'd have space for a really nice big shower with a bench ... and then narrow shelves on the wall across from the vanity.
- I'd go with one nice big vanity /one nice sink with drawers on both sides rather than ho-hum duplicate sinks. No one ever really uses the sinks at the same time anyway.
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