I'm glad you asked this question because I'm planning to redo our master bathroom and like you I want to do it thoughtfully to avoid problems of upkeep. I definitely will second that suggestion - no bar soap, only liquid - both hand and shower gels. I too would love a clawfoot tub but not in this bathroom. My tub area is a defined area sandwiched between three walls - no way to get access easily around the tub to clean from different angles. Beautiful but not practical. I can't wait to rip out that horrible whirlpool brand whirlpool tub which not only is a disgusting mess to clean the jets, but also turned yellow instead of remaining white. I haven't had any problems with my glass doors/wall in my shower and I suspect it's because the shower is large enough that the water normally doesn't hit the glass during a shower - I only have to deal with some mild steam condensation which is easy to wipe down. I often wonder about those with bathrooms where the shower has no door - what do you do about the steam - that steam carries fine particles of soap and shower debris and deposits them on the walls - at least if you have some closure on the shower itself, most of that gets deposited inside the shower which is a pain to clean - but much easier to clean a small shower area than all the walls of the bathroom? I love the look of the vessel sinks plunked down on top of the vanity top, but I think they are more difficult to keep clean than an undermount sink - I have no experience, just my guess. I hope maybe others with experience can comment. I will be looked to minimize sharp angles - so I'll opt for an oval rounded sink etc. I'm also looking to minimize nooks and crannies in places where I wipe often - so simple straight lines on faucets is a plus.

I will ask my comtractor. He told me I had 12 inches width. If they can remove a 2x4 I could make this work. I was hoping to have more depth than 4 inches by coming out further but not sure if thats possible.

I would put a tray across the tub for toiletries. A couple hooks/shelf or a towel bar on window wall centered on the tub. And a stylish poof/stool with a tall plant in the corner to the left of the tub. Skip a cabinet/other storage there.

So first decide/gather or list everything you NEED to store in that bathroom. Then start figuring out the best place/type of storage needed. Small bins can corral each person’s toiletries or cleaning supplies. Those small vanity storage units with removable little drawers and make up tray toppers are great for organizing all of the small items…make up, cotton swabs, bandaids, tweezers, clippers, and such. Make the most of the cabinet storage…if it doesn’t have a shelf, get one that fits the space and accommodates the smaller storage components that you choose. A hotel towel rack above the toilet will store clean towels and provide bars to hang used towels to dry. Toilet paper can be stored in a holder…floor, wall and toilet-top options are available. Move the existing towel bar to the left so it is next to the shower/tub. If there isn’t one, place a smaller towel bar for a hand towel on the wall to the right of the vanity mirror. A stylish trash can/basket can go between the toilet and vanity. Hope this helps.