Layout Help! Master Bedroom,Ensuite,Closet
We are working on the layout for our master bedroom, ensuite and closet - see image i've posted.
There are some notes below to explain what we don't like, and what we are looking for to fix/change.
We do not like the bathroom/closet setup for the following reasons:
- do not want to enter the bathroom to get into the closet (through sliding door)
- do not like where the toilet is and want it in a toilet/water closet
- want to have a double vanity, shower and tub. we could move the bathroom window
- do not like how the master bedroom door opens up - and could hit - the bathroom door
- i would like a makeup vanity in the closet
Things we cannot change for various reasons
- outside the bedroom door is a hallway
- there are bedrooms on either side of the bedroom and the closet
- cannot flip the position of the closet and ensuite
Any ideas on how we could move things around in the plans to create:
- 2 entries, one into the closet one into the ensuite
- or what other solution could avoid the current entry into closet
- can i get a toilet closet/ re arrange the bathroom
- vanity in closet
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Comments (11)Random thoughts: - All three have the bathroom entrance right by a sleeper's head. This is a major flaw. - I'm ambivalent about closets-entered-through-bathrooms. - Thoughts on #2, though it appears first in the line-up: This one seems to be the most straightforward, which is a positive. I'd like to see a few more inches devoted to the 32" toilet area. I'd also like to see a window above the toilet to bring in some natural light. Where is the shower head? Ideally it'd be in the same wall as the sink and toilet ... this would be a money-saver. I'd consider losing the bench /replacing it with a moveable teak stool. I don't see much storage in this bathroom ... I'd downsize to one sink and place a linen tower on one end of the vanity. Finally, the closet -- I'd go with hanging rods on the two sides /a shoe tower in the middle /across from the door. - Thoughts on #1, which appears second: Doors are a problem here ... you don't want a pocket door on a bathroom; they're great for rooms that stay open most of the time (pantry, laundry), but they're more difficult to use, and they will break. The shower door's swing blocks the bathroom door ... perhaps a sliding shower door. Also, I'd want the bench against the bedroom wall /the shower head, which is likely to be more noisy, on the opposite wall. The toilet area is going to feel narrow; you may find yourself knocking your elbows against these narrow walls. This bathroom area seems to "feel smaller" than #2. I think you actually have more storage in the two closets, but I personally think I'd rather have the whole closet together in one spot -- no reason, just personal opinion on the closet. Something that's not opinion: The closet door should swing outward ... this will allow you to store things on the "empty" closet wall; for example, you could hang hats, jewelry or other accessories on this closet wall. - Thoughts on #3: Again, the pocket door. This downsized vanity cannot support duplicate sinks. I like the wider shower, but the door swing is difficult ... a sliding shower door would be better. Same thoughts on closet door swing. I like the reach-in closet better than the one in #1 ... opening into the bedroom (rather than the entry hall) seems nicer. I'd want a window above the toilet for some natural light. My personal opinion: I'd go with #2. It's the most straightforward layout and seems to utilize the space best. But, above all, I'd want the bathroom door away from the sleeper's head....See MoreHelp with master bath blank slate remodel layout
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Comments (18)Tanya, Suzanne's version is what I was thinking of. And no the room for the closet wasn't taken from the second bedroom. It was taken from your very large bedroom and your bedroom was made smaller, but still a very nice size. Enough for a king bed, nightstands, and a dresser. In fact, I'd take a few more inches from the master to make the closet a full 7' deep which is ideal for hanging clothing on either side....See MorePlease help with master bath layout. 1, 2, 3 or 4?? Thanks!
Comments (30)To that end just above? Last comment here. One. A single glance at this..............? The bulkhead framing lines up with the exterior wall height. Call it PROBABLY unnecessary that it remains quite as ugly and imposing as now. Lazy framer and guesswork is a big possibility. Two: Bins, cubbies, the whatever the heck ( looks like a dorm fridge ) is to the right of the vanity, the leaning mirror ...etc. Aurrggghhh. You are treating the bath as your own personal girlie dressing room. You have not the space for this approach in a new bath, and shrinking valuable elements such as the vanity to accommodate ? Results in out of proportion relationships - as in PRAY you don't move/sell after wasting money on an overloaded ill fitting combination of elements. A "shower for two" with a squashed vanity, little storage and counter space makes no sense, though we could hardly deter you. You've shown nothing of the primary bedroom. There is NO place for a lovely make up table with storage to include moist wipes to clean off your hands???? No place for a cheval leaning mirror ? EVEN with a basement, crawl space attic, it's a small fortune in plumbing moves. In short? Get a contractor in there, via a good bath designer who will have a contractor on her speed dial. Take a very hard look at your bank statements. Failing that? Lipstick the pig. Live with current placements for everything. Extend the vanity to wall to wall with a new custom vanity, and more drawer storage. If you must make up /blow dry/ do manicures in there? Buy a drawer console 30" high and more generous in length , 24" depth, and a decent vanity stool. HERE'S A DESK. Same thing as a "vanity" Generous 68 inches long https://www.perigold.com/Hooker-Furniture--Curata-Writing-Desk-160010468DKW-160010473DKW-L32-K~HKR13203.html?refid=GX433456102316-HKR13203_27873255&device=c&ptid=901285860950&targetid=aud-1650024449652:pla-901285860950&ireid=108327343&PiID%5B%5D=27873255&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxMmhBhDJARIsANFGOSth941STrd-X45fzMYvWAE_9nhJ9fTspPyBPT8ZxDD40vyH7UTi8ZwaAo-IEALw_wcB 56 long 30.5 high, 26 deep. Put it in front of the window. You're a short reach to more drawer storage in the new vanity. https://www.arhaus.com/products/divya-writing-desk?variant=40869496225963 GET A STOOL WITH STORAGE ( amazon above ) Paint the walls. Done. It doesn't need to be as cluttered and disjointed as it is. You bought the house with a poorly thought out bath and no tub. Put a spa outdoors in your back 40 and soak away. Spend 5 - 10 k and make it better, or go whole hog, but only AFTER professional consultation in the bathroom/victim with a solid plan, budget and all. You're out of your depth any other way....See More
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4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoDrawing to scale attached. i think there's so much floor space in the bathroom for a water closet. a joint entry for bathroom and closet, and a makeup vanity in the close.
any ideas would be so helpful! thank you in advance
master is 16' x 14'. ensuite is 11' x 14'. closet is 11' x 12'
Mrs Pete
4 years agoThe bathroom is spread out so much ... by simplifying that space, you can get the two separate doors you want, enlarge the closet so you have ample space for the make-up area in the closet. Consider:
- The tub and shower work well side-by-side because they're the same depth.
- The vanity would be about 8' long, so you could arrange it in multiple ways ... I'd put in a narrow linen tower or closet.
- The toilet tucks in behind the vanity ... possibly behind a pony wall, which is so much more functional than the toilet being smashed into a closet.
- You have a window as a sight line dead-ahead from the door.
- With the bathroom more compact, the closet is enlarged, and the bedroom door now has space to "park" against the wall without covering the closet door.
- I placed the make-up area straight ahead of the closet door ... presumably you'll have a large mirror here, and it'll make for a bright sight line upon entering the closet. Since this is placed against the bathroom wall, you could have a small sink here without big expense.
- This closet is large and wide, and you could arrange the hanging rods /drawers in any number of ways ... and with all this width, you could have a seating ottoman (with storage inside) in the middle of the closet.
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