Our bathrooms are truly our sanctuaries, offering a space for relaxation or solitude. To create a more aesthetic and efficient bathroom, it’s not the grand gestures that matter, but subtle touches that make a difference. Here are eight essentials every bathroom should have, as advised by interior designers.
Jack Ovadia, of Ovadia Design Group, emphasizes the importance of a handheld showerhead. He states, “This seamlessly blends functionality with style and provides an easy way to clean your shower or bathe children and pets.” Installing a handheld showerhead is a simple process, requiring minimal plumbing knowledge. Simply remove your old showerhead and replace it.
Sconces on either side of the mirror create a warm and inviting ambiance, while integrated mirror lights bring a modern aesthetic. Beryl is also a fan of sconces. ‘Having an alternative to overhead lighting is not only good for ambiance, it is practical for avoiding the shadows that overhead downlights can cause.’ ‘Layered Lighting’ Is the Game-Changing Decor Trick Designers Swear By.
Electric Outlets: Whether you need to charge your electric toothbrush, blow out your hair, or plug in your phone, a bathroom without enough outlets (or poorly placed ones) can feel frustrating and inefficient. Ovadia advises having one above the counter by the sink as well as one inside the medicine cabinet. ‘Installing outlets inside the medicine closet provides a hidden solution for charging devices while maintaining a clean and uncluttered aesthetic.’ Toilet Paper Holder with a Small Shelf: Let’s admit it—we all check our phones while using the toilet. Ovadia advises swapping out your current toilet paper holder for one with a top shelf for your phone. While this may sound fancy and expensive, there are inexpensive yet aesthetic options available from Amazon. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit.
