One of the most enduringly popular interior design styles is minimalism, first coming to the fore in the early to mid-20th century, with an emphasis on form following function to create simple living spaces that are allowed to breathe and ultimately speak for themselves.
In the bathroom, it makes perfect sense to adopt this design concept, since these rooms are often quite small.
The last thing you want to do in a small space is fill it with lots of clutter, making it feel even more diminutive. And, of course, too much stuff in a small room can make it hard to use on a practical level, as well as having an impact on general health and safety.
How to declutter the bathroom
Transform your bathroom into a haven of self-care, rest and relaxation by getting rid of any unnecessary items that are taking up much-needed space.
Go through the room and put all the items you still use in one place and out of the way, ready to be returned once you’ve finished with the full declutter.
Carry out a visual review of the room and assess whether you have enough storage space to house everything. Storage solutions are the best way to ensure that your bathroom remains clutter-free, giving you places to hide everything so it’s not getting in the way.
Invest in the likes of mirror cabinets, for example, so you can enjoy dual use from just a single fixture. Slim fitting cabinets can store a lot more than you think, or what about having cabinets fitted under the sink for additional storage.
Don’t forget the shower!
One of the places in the bathroom that often fills up with clutter is the floor of the shower enclosure.
But a great way to get around this is to install cut-out shelving in the actual wall of the shower itself. This not only helps save space and keeps all your self-care products off the floor and tucked away, but it also looks elegant and luxurious at the same time.
If you can’t cut into the wall to create a recessed shelf, simply get around this by fitting shelving that juts out instead. Job done!
How else can you design for minimalism in the bathroom?
Consider colour palettes
Neutral shades are the way forward if you want a more minimalist look and feel in the bathroom, so opt for earthy shades, light greys, creams and whites to help create a sense of calm serenity throughout.
Go for sleek fixtures & fittings
Anything too complicated or ornate will add to the busyness of the space, so look out for bathroom fixtures and fittings that are sleek and contemporary, with clean and simple lines.
Add subtle texture
Minimalist interiors don’t have to be boring! You can always add texture to this part of the house with natural materials, such as stone, wood, glass and so on.
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