Hello dear forum community,
I have been thinking for some time about how to best plan the future bathroom in our apartment. Currently, I am quite attached to the developer’s proposal. It includes a bathtub (180x80cm (71x31.5 inches)) and a shower (floor tiled) aligned in a row, with a towel rail, a 120cm (47 inch) washbasin with a vanity unit, a mirror cabinet, and a tall cabinet next to it on the opposite side.
Concept:
More detailed with dimensions
Disadvantage:
The plumber can only supply straight glass panels, which would be installed on the bathtub, so the shower depth is limited to the bathtub’s length (180x80cm (71x31.5 inches)). With a tiled ledge, the shower could be slightly extended, but the width is limited to less than 90cm (271.5cm minus 180cm minus plaster and tiles) anyway.
The plan shows a 90x90cm (35x35 inch) shower, but only the floor is tiled and its size could be individually adapted. Without a tiled ledge, it would only be 90x80cm (35x31.5 inches).
With a tiled ledge, possibly about 90x85cm (35x33 inches).
Alternatively, the bathtub could be omitted, which would of course allow for a very spacious walk-in shower, but my wife might not be happy with that.
After discussing with colleagues yesterday, I came across the following option:
Bathtub placed in front of the window (parapet height is 150cm (59 inches), the window itself is 120cm (47 inches) wide and 80cm (31.5 inches) high)
Advantage: The shower could be significantly larger (currently 100x100cm (39x39 inches) in the plan), which feels a bit too big, and the entrance area is quite crowded.
Disadvantage: Bathtub in front of the window and an unused corner at the top right. However, based on measurements and estimates, I believe it is possible to open the window (unfortunately hinged on the right) over the bathtub.
It might also be possible to insert a half-height drywall partition with glass panels on top to partially separate the shower area, but I feel this would reduce the sense of space even further.
Do you have any comments or suggestions for improvement?
Which option would you prefer?
I would really appreciate your feedback.
For reference, I have attached the shell construction dimensions once again.
I have been thinking for some time about how to best plan the future bathroom in our apartment. Currently, I am quite attached to the developer’s proposal. It includes a bathtub (180x80cm (71x31.5 inches)) and a shower (floor tiled) aligned in a row, with a towel rail, a 120cm (47 inch) washbasin with a vanity unit, a mirror cabinet, and a tall cabinet next to it on the opposite side.
Concept:
More detailed with dimensions
Disadvantage:
The plumber can only supply straight glass panels, which would be installed on the bathtub, so the shower depth is limited to the bathtub’s length (180x80cm (71x31.5 inches)). With a tiled ledge, the shower could be slightly extended, but the width is limited to less than 90cm (271.5cm minus 180cm minus plaster and tiles) anyway.
The plan shows a 90x90cm (35x35 inch) shower, but only the floor is tiled and its size could be individually adapted. Without a tiled ledge, it would only be 90x80cm (35x31.5 inches).
With a tiled ledge, possibly about 90x85cm (35x33 inches).
Alternatively, the bathtub could be omitted, which would of course allow for a very spacious walk-in shower, but my wife might not be happy with that.
After discussing with colleagues yesterday, I came across the following option:
Bathtub placed in front of the window (parapet height is 150cm (59 inches), the window itself is 120cm (47 inches) wide and 80cm (31.5 inches) high)
Advantage: The shower could be significantly larger (currently 100x100cm (39x39 inches) in the plan), which feels a bit too big, and the entrance area is quite crowded.
Disadvantage: Bathtub in front of the window and an unused corner at the top right. However, based on measurements and estimates, I believe it is possible to open the window (unfortunately hinged on the right) over the bathtub.
It might also be possible to insert a half-height drywall partition with glass panels on top to partially separate the shower area, but I feel this would reduce the sense of space even further.
Do you have any comments or suggestions for improvement?
Which option would you prefer?
I would really appreciate your feedback.
For reference, I have attached the shell construction dimensions once again.
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fritzi00121 Jul 2020 08:36Ibdk14 schrieb:
@fritzi001 I would still prefer the opening to face the washbasin area—also for natural light in the shower. However, with the wide washbasin, it’s probably going to be too tight now. If possible, definitely choose a pivot door that can also swing inward for dripping or cleaning. Since the entrance door opens outward, you can of course reduce puddles with a doormat. Well, you’ve probably already planned for that anyway. I have already planned for that,
thanks for the tip about the pivot door
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pagoni202021 Jul 2020 08:39fritzi001 schrieb:
Thanks for the additional input,
we will most likely go in this direction:
Hmm..... or you could make the long shower in this picture only on the right side, with access at the back by the window and a heated towel rack as shown. Then you could also install a showcase shower like @Bertram100 has (180cm plus almost 100cm entrance, that’s a spacious setup). But in that case, almost the entire wall would be shower.
Maybe, due to space constraints, it makes more sense to install a glass door, because a 90x90cm (35x35 inches) shower is already quite generous and leaves room for the bathtub. I would definitely enter from the washbasin side, as @Ibdk14 suggests. A folding door would be practical. I’m not a big fan myself, but it would prevent dripping water on the floor. Alternatively, you could use a sliding door, but I’m not keen on those because of all the gaps where moisture and dirt can collect.
And lastly, of course, the all-too-familiar topic of money, which usually needs to be considered and can be the deciding factor for one option or another.
We are also working on our new plan now, which is different, but that’s why I’m aware of the effort involved with such a fussy shower. What a relaxed life it was with the wood stove water heater and just one family bath a week!
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hampshire21 Jul 2020 08:56The design from post #33 is successful. I would invest some thoughtful consideration into the hinges and door, and not only focus on the bathroom area but also consult a glazier. In 2001, the glazier provided a great and very affordable solution for our bathroom in the terraced house.
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Bertram10021 Jul 2020 09:09I would choose a smaller washbasin. More than 80cm (31.5 inches) is usually unnecessary for washing your face comfortably. The rest is just luxury. You can add storage and shelving around it on the walls if the large basin is intended for that purpose.
Make sure to install ventilation above the shower; otherwise, mold spots will develop in the shower area.
Make sure to install ventilation above the shower; otherwise, mold spots will develop in the shower area.
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hampshire21 Jul 2020 09:25Bertram100 schrieb:
Make sure to install ventilation above the shower; otherwise, mold spots will develop in the shower area.As an alternative to ceiling-high ventilation, plan it at 2.20 m (7 ft 3 in) and leave a gap at the top.
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Bertram10021 Jul 2020 09:35hampshire schrieb:
Alternatively, plan the ventilation at 2.20m (7 ft 3 in) height instead of up to the ceiling, leaving a gap at the top.That won’t be sufficient. The air hardly ventilates down to the floor and into the corner. Inside the shower, there is very little air circulation. As a result, the corners tend to develop mold, even with regular cleaning.Similar topics