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In this article, we shall continue to explore how you can be clear about your expectations and sense of aesthetics around your bathroom.

The article is meant for an upper-middle-class homeowner in India who wants more than something ordinary. This article aims to gather and trigger ideas about what you can do to enhance the functionality, beauty and overall look of your bathroom as per your unique tastes and preferences.

The ideas and suggestions themselves are likely to trigger a sense of preference and make choosing and wanting different options for bathroom design, materials and accessories/fittings clearer.

So, spending some time on a refreshing new way to look and recreate your dream bathroom is good. While you may have the help of an interior designer, being well-prepared and having a range of options always pays! Even your interior designer will be happy.

Also, if you are buying an apartment from a standalone building builder, then this will be even more helpful. Many standalone builders are more than happy to accommodate your customisation requests, be it the bathroom or other parts of your dream home.

Hence, it’s a good idea to build on your taste, preferences, priorities and expectations of how your bathrooms should be.

The more you expect from yourself, the better will be the outcomes!

Let’s get exploring…

16. Choose Compact Pieces

When space is a constraint, use smaller sinks (wash basins). However, do not make them too small in width i.e. from the tap (faucet) to where you will stand. There you surely need at least 11 inches of clear space to use it effectively while washing hands or rinsing your mouth etc.

Small shower walk-ins too save on space.

17. Consider Closed Storage to Stay Organized

To give a semblance of a good, hygienic and well-organised view, you could also go for closed bathroom storage. A linen closet (basically a small wardrobe in the bathroom for clothes/towels etc.) can work wonders.

Else, you could place a vanity with drawers/door underneath the wash basin or attach to it like a frame, or even a tabletop.

18. Curved Surfaces Release Space

By using curved spaces, you could release some space in the bathroom. Every curve releases a few square inches. And, in a bathroom, every square inch matters!

19. Stylish Shelves Look Terrific & Save Space

Sleek shelves give you that extra space that’s so important. Plus, open shelves also don’t let moulds develop because the ventilation is always good.

20. Choose a Wall-Mounted Tap/Faucet

It’s so modern looking, easy to clean and very convenient.

21. Creative Storage- A Must

Look for any dead space, and tell your builder to add a niche or a ledge. You can even look at making an in-built linen closet (wardrobe).

22. Vanity Washbasins, Ladder for Towels Look Beautiful & Save Space

The vanity below an under-mount wash basin looks good. You can put more towels on it compared to a towel bar. The looks of a ladder make the bathroom contemporary and modern besides being functional.

23. Get rid of your Bottles

Not every bottle in a bathroom is put to use. Decluttering is the best solution. Put away things or toiletries that are used sparingly.

24. Lights in Bathroom Niches and Ceiling

A spotlight in a bathroom niche gives a very expansive look to a bathroom. Plus, the bright light you get is worth a sight!

25. Get a Wall-Mount Water Closet

It not only looks attractive but is very space-saving. Cleaning under the WC gets easier. The top portion of the concealed water tank of the WC can be used as a ledge to keep items and even a small green pot.

26. Tile Patterns Leave Scope for Creativity

Interesting patterns make your bathroom stand out. You can use various combinations of dark and light patterns to make it look beautifully different. Need not just go with ceramic tiles.

27. Natural Accent Colours Go Well with White Bathrooms

It’s so calming when you pair your white bathroom with natural pastel shades. It gives a very coherent look. You can also use different art and/or wall hangings or wall paintings to accentuate your bathroom walls.

28. Go Unusual

You can break the mould to choose different things with different shapes. For instance, an uneven mirror, an unconventional wash basin or even a water closet looks very refreshing. This adds a certain character and depth to your bathroom like nothing else!

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29. Use Brass For Class

They make any bathroom look plush and classic with a vintage and rare look that’s hard to beat.

30. Go For a Single Colour Boldly

Single-colour themes can be equally impressive. They break the mould in a very unconventional way!

31. Get A Mirror with Built-In Storage

A built-in storage mirror is truly multifunctional.

32. Using Spaces Above the Water Closet Toilet

This is the best place to utilize for curios and storage. It can be used in many ways that are space-saving.

33. Towel Racks Not A Must for Super-Small Bathroom

Instead, you could just use a small handle or a hook. A towel rack is over-rated, and certainly not a must-have!

34. Keep Things Simple In Your Powder Room

If you don’t have much to store, don’t clutter the powder room. It has a limited function for a small spaced area in your house.

35. Paint or Wall-papers: Evocative Neutrals Tell a Story

Neutral colours like beige are so calming and relaxing. You can never go wrong with a serene-looking tranquillity staring at you through your bathroom, dining, drawing kitchen or bedroom walls.

36. Pendant Light Gives You a Magical Feel

Go beyond the sconce lighting! A decent pendant light can steal the show in one glimpse!

37. Mirrors All Around on Many Walls

This makes any room feel bigger and much fun. However, you have to be very sure when you use it.

38. Match Your Hardware & Bathroom Accessories

You need to make sure that your bath accessories and lighting tie together with the overall theme and design. It’s important to tieeverything together in your bathroom. Whether it’s the light fixtures, the glass shower, the colour or design of the Wash basin or a Water Closet, or your ceramic flooring or wall tiles they all need to tie together and sing in harmony.

39. Terrazzo Lined Bathroom

Terrazzo is a composite material. It is poured in place or is prefabricated to be used for flooring and stairs.

40. A Photo Gallery

Regardless of the size, a wall/gallery for pics seems so magical when you spend time in the bathroom. It simply adds grace and elegance to your bathroom.

To summarize, when you are well-equipped with ideas and inspiration, your creativity and expectations from your bathroom soar!