Photo: almode.ru Bathroom 4 sq.m. - a completely sufficient room where you can place all the necessary plumbing fixtures and furniture. Of course, you will have to “shrink” your imagination a little, but still this is a sufficient springboard for implementing many stylish solutions. In our article you will learn the best modern ideas on how to rationally use the bathroom space, making it as beautiful and functional as possible!
Think carefully about the filling of the room
First of all, you need to decide exactly what plumbing fixtures and furniture you will need, and what you can completely refuse. For example, in order not to install a cabinet for storing towels or bathrobes, you can find a place for them in the dressing room.
If possible, consider installing a washing machine in the kitchen or hallway. A bidet, as a separate plumbing fixture, can be replaced with a multifunctional toilet model with a flexible shower. There are also eco-toilets with a built-in sink - by installing one, you will not only save space, but also money on utility bills.
We adapt to the form
Bathrooms with an area of 4 square meters can differ significantly from each other. The difference significantly affects their occupancy with plumbing fixtures and furniture. Square or rectangular rooms with a slight difference in the footage of the walls are considered successful layouts. It is more difficult to create interiors in rooms with irregular geometry. We have to find bathtubs of a unique configuration, use corner plumbing fixtures and custom-made furniture.
Narrow long rooms with an entrance door on the short side can be considered catastrophic. The bathtub is located opposite the door, and it is difficult to place anything under two long walls without compromising the passage.
The rational arrangement of the situation is significantly influenced by the front door; in some cases it has to be moved.
In square rooms with a door offset to the side, a bathtub or shower stall is installed against the opposite wall or in a corner diagonally. A sink and toilet are placed on the right and left sides of the bathtub. When the door is centrally located, the bathtub is installed on the right or left. The opposite part of the room can be occupied by the rest of the plumbing.
In a rectangular room with a side door, a bathtub or shower is mounted opposite the entrance, and a washing machine, sink, and toilet are placed under the long walls.
The central entrance makes it possible to arrange plumbing fixtures rationally on both sides. For rectangular rooms, it is always better to place the bathtub on the smaller side, this will make it possible to fully line up the rest of the plumbing.
Choosing a color
Bathroom area 4 sq.m. allows you to introduce any colors into the design, but the best solution would be light tones - they will make the room lighter and airier. You can create accent areas using bright shades, adding variety to the interior.
Today, white, gray and beige tones are leading in interiors - they are universal, as they ideally suit different style solutions, go well with any rainbow colors, and most importantly, they contribute to the visual expansion of space.
To create a colorful design, it is better to take pastel colors as a basis - blue, soft green, sand will create a comfortable atmosphere in the bathroom, associating with nature.
Design of a bathroom with an area of 4 sq.m. can also be made in dark colors, for example, blue, brown, black. Often this design looks decent and solid. If you decide to take this step, then think about high-quality lighting so that the space does not close in and turn into a closet.
The best ways to expand your space
There are several effective techniques that allow you to expand the limited space of the bathroom, not only physically, but also visually. And not the last violin in this matter is played by lighting, which should be multi-level. Simply put, several spotlights, and even more so one lamp, will clearly not be enough, which cannot be said about their arrangement, which provides brighter, diffused light. Cold or warm? The choice directly depends on individual preferences, but if you want comfort, then it is better to choose a warm spectrum.
A light finish greatly expands the space, especially if large seamless tiles with a light shimmering gloss are used. And you shouldn’t be afraid of such shades, since they don’t get dirty as much as dark cladding. The latter option can be presented in a noble matte graphite color in combination with wood, stone and other natural materials. Such combinations add intimacy, concealing space and visually reducing even the most spacious rooms.
The ceiling plays a similar role, and if you want to at least visually make it higher, then it is better to give preference to white gloss, since dark matte and gray concrete materials greatly lower it.
It is also important to remember that a large number of small accessories make the space fractional, so if it is possible to install one small but spacious cabinet that can hide all the little things, then you simply cannot find a better solution for a small room, especially if you manage to build this furniture into some some useless niche.
Interior style for a bathroom 4 sq.m.
Style is the basis of competent design of any bathroom. By choosing a specific direction at the planning stage, it will be easier for you to decide on materials and furnishings. Today, the most popular styles are those that promote modesty and, at the same time, functional design.
Take modern minimalism as a basis with its clear lines, multifunctional interior details and almost complete absence of decor. The palette will include white and beige tones, which will make the ordered space even more free.
The Scandinavian direction is not inferior in its views. The strict Nordic character is manifested in a minimalist setting, the presence of natural materials or their successful imitation, as well as in neat decor, even if made in contrasting colors.
The loft style is also distinctive. Here you can see the most unexpected solutions with brick or concrete walls that successfully imitate PVC panels. Also relevant are ceramics and porcelain tiles made to resemble stone and wooden textures.
With gray tiles
Author of the project Maya Valit
A bathroom made in gray tones looks stylish.
- The walls are lined with large rectangular tiles of light gray color with a natural stone pattern.
- The floor has large square tiles that imitate marble. Its color has a more saturated gray tint.
- The bathroom is equipped with a shower cabin with transparent glass doors, a wide cabinet for a washbasin and washing machine, and a wall-hung white toilet.
- Above the washbasin is a square mirror in a dark gray frame, matching the color of the cabinet.
- One wall is tiled in a 3D design - large rectangular tiles with a pattern imitating volumetric cubic figures. Their edges are painted in the colors used in the decoration of the room - various shades of gray.
Wall decoration
The bathroom has a special microclimate with an increased amount of moisture and vapor formation; accordingly, the most moisture-resistant materials must be selected. Nowadays, ceramic tiles are widely used in bathroom decoration, including those imitating natural materials, mosaics, as well as plastic and MDF panels.
If you wish, you can paint the walls with a water-based composition. But you need to take into account that before painting you will have to properly level the walls or cover them with plasterboard.
If you want a 4-meter bathroom to look lighter and more spacious, choose glossy materials such as tiles and PVC panels.
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Beautiful ceiling
Many people do not pay special attention to the ceiling surface, undeservedly considering it an insignificant component of the interior. And in vain! Indeed, in fact, a beautifully designed ceiling can significantly affect the interior of the bathroom.
The first thing you should take care of is its perfectly flat surface. Drywall will help here, with the help of which you can quickly make the ceiling level, integrate a spotlight system into it, or build a structure with “steps”.
Also a good solution for a 4 sq.m. bathroom. There will be a suspended ceiling, which can be glossy or matte. By choosing the first option, you will get a mirror surface that will help visually increase the space.
Painting the ceiling is also an option, but to make it all look really beautiful, don’t be lazy to level the surface with plaster.
Warm floor in the bathroom
The most successful materials for floor finishing are porcelain stoneware and self-leveling structures. They are the most resistant to all the “hardships” that finishing materials in the bathroom endure and have a wide range of designs, including 3D effects.
Moisture-resistant laminate and linoleum are also materials worthy of attention. To extend their service life you will have to take care of a high-quality hood.
Modern technologies make it possible to equip the bathroom floor with artificial heating. Take advantage of this! After all, how pleasant it is to step on a warm surface when leaving a shower or bath.
Don't forget about ventilation!
Poor hood in a small bathroom of 4 sq.m. will provoke a significant increase in humidity, as a result of which condensation will begin to accumulate. This threatens the formation of bacterial accumulations on surfaces and the development of fungus.
Although exhaust ducts exist in all high-rise buildings, in old buildings they are often dirty and cannot fully perform their functions. The easiest way to improve air circulation is to increase the gap under the door by a couple of centimeters.
A more progressive option is to install an electric wall fan with an autonomous switch. Such a device will do its job perfectly, even if the home’s ventilation system is quite clogged.
Use large mirrors
A mirror in the bathroom is not a whim, but a necessary attribute that helps us take care of our appearance in order to always be beautiful. But you can get much more benefit from their presence if you place large canvases. The mirror surface will make the room much larger and brighter.
Place a large mirrored platform above your vanity or bathtub. If you plan to install a cabinet above the sink, then choose a model with mirrored doors.
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Scandinavian style with yellow boar
Author of the IDEA PLUS project
The Scandinavian design of a bathroom combined with a toilet looks great. The style is characterized by light colors, a lot of white and practical solutions:
- the walls are decorated with mustard-colored tiles imitating brick; the wall along which the bathtub is located is fully tiled, the other walls are half the height, the walls above are painted with light beige paint;
- under the washbasin there is a cabinet with shelves for storing household chemicals; above the sink there is a cabinet with mirrored hinged doors; a wall lamp is mounted above it; on the side there is a standard heated towel rail;
- The toilet is located in a small niche, with storage space above it.
Overall it looks simple and practical, in full accordance with the style.
How to visually enlarge a bathroom
The main task of the design of any small room is to visually expand it, making it more voluminous. To do this, you can use design tricks developed over the years.
The first trick is to use vertical and horizontal patterns in wall decoration. Several bright strips of tiles or mosaics, located in a vertical or horizontal direction, will quite cope with the task of visually increasing the height or width of the walls in a 4 sq.m. bathroom.
The second trick is to decorate the walls and ceiling in the same color. In this case, the boundary between the planes will be erased, and the bathroom will appear higher.
The third trick is to decorate one of the walls in a dark color, for example, above the bathtub or in a transparent shower - this is a frequently practiced technique for adding depth to a space.
In a new building
An unusual but stylish combination is a combination of gray and red colors in the decoration:
- three walls are lined with small rectangular glossy steel-colored tiles;
- the wall on which the mirror is located is lined with bright red square shiny tiles;
- under the washbasin there is a hanging cabinet in a neutral beige color with a wood pattern with steel handles; A square mirror with lighting is hung above the sink;
- The bottom of the bathroom was finished to match the beige cabinet;
- accessories (paper holders, liquid soap dispenser) and switches are made to match the gray finish;
- bathroom curtain in a calm light gray color;
- bright scarlet towels complement the interior.
Arrange storage systems
For arranging storage systems in a bathroom of 4 sq.m. It is better to use the most unused points. For example, if you have a standard bathtub, use the space underneath to store detergents, cleaning products, and brushes. Install shelves or folding drawers, a sliding screen.
The “blind spot” that least attracts attention is the space above the front door, where you can place a spacious shelf with towels and hygiene products.
You can organize a niche above the washbasin and equip it with mirrored doors - then there will be no need to purchase a wall cabinet. And finally, install glass shelves. It is best to find a place for them in the corner area, but even on the plane of the wall they will not look intrusive.
Design ideas for a separate bathroom without a toilet
If you don’t plan to place a toilet on 4 square meters, you have room to roam! On one side of the entrance, install a large, comfortable bowl (there is enough space even for a modern corner model with a hydromassage function!). Place cabinets in another corner and organize a laundry area.
The location of the sink can also be classic - next to the bathroom. In this case, you will not have to pull communications and redo pipes. Or original - for example, hang a large mirror on the entire wall opposite the bathtub, and organize a washing area under it.more
Where to put the washing machine?
A washing machine often creates many problems for its owners. To place it in a 4 sq.m. bathroom, it is best to use the space under the washbasin.
Another option is to install a shower stall in the bathroom. In this case, the washing machine will occupy the saved area of the free corner.
With toilet
Author of the project: Oksana Tsymbalova
Interesting design of a 4-square bathtub with a toilet, based on a contrasting combination of colors:
- the installation areas of the bathtub and washbasin are finished with white tiles and white panels on the ceiling;
- instead of curtains, there are glass sliding doors, and there are spotlights on the ceiling; the side wall has niches for storing towels, shampoos and other care products;
- the washbasin is recessed into the countertop; There are closed storage sections under the washbasin; pendant lamps hanging from the ceiling; mirror across the entire width of the wall;
- exactly opposite the door there is a white wall-hung toilet, all communications are hidden in the wall; above it there is a closed shelving unit with hinged doors;
- The middle part of the bathroom, which includes the door, a section of the ceiling equal in width, and the central part of the wall with the toilet, is finished in a contrasting color: deep dark gray turns into blue.
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Shower cabin instead of bath
Undoubtedly, installing a shower stall will greatly help you in the rational distribution of space in a 4 sq.m. bathroom. Its main advantage is that the cabin occupies only one corner sector, leaving part of the adjacent wall and the opposite corner free.
Choose which model you like best - with or without a pallet. In the first case, you have the opportunity to choose a booth with different tray depths, including an option that allows you to take procedures while sitting. A shower without a tray looks much more invisible in the interior. But to arrange it, you need to take care of the proper organization of drainage in the floor and glass doors.
Depending on your financial capabilities, you can purchase either the most economical shower option or one filled with rich functionality, including hydromassage, tropical shower, lighting, music and other bells and whistles.
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Room layout
In the process of organizing space in a small bathroom, designers often use the solutions shown in the table:
| No. | Location | Description |
| 1 | Classic | It is recommended to install a bathtub along the larger wall, and opposite the door there is a toilet and a compact sink with a cabinet or console. With this layout, you can place a fairly large bath. It would be possible to hang a towel dryer on a free wall. And in the other part of the room from the door a washing machine can easily be installed. |
| 2 | Angular | A shower stall or small bathtub is installed in the corner. And opposite the entrance you can quite freely place a toilet and sink. With this arrangement of furniture, there will be room for a miniature cabinet or a compact washing machine. |
| 3 | Transverse | This type of design is suitable for those rooms where the entrance is located on a long wall. The short ones have a compact sink and shower installed, and opposite the entrance there is a good place for the toilet. |
To make the most efficient use of space in the bathroom, it is recommended to use every available corner. For example, above a doorway. In this place you can easily hang an open shelf on which washing supplies or household chemicals can be placed compactly. The main thing is to think through the elements of the project well so as not to spoil the overall design.
To save space, you can combine a bath and shower
White color in the bathroom interior can visually expand the boundaries
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Multi-level lighting
An important detail of the interior of a bathroom 4 sq.m. – lighting. Modern design involves the introduction of a full number of lighting fixtures, each of which performs a separate function.
For general lighting, ceiling lamps are used, and more often - spotlights and spots. To illuminate the mirror with the sink, you can install one or two sconces or hanging structures.
The romantic atmosphere in the bathroom will be supported by LED lighting systems for the ceiling, floor, as well as the bathtub or shower. You can also leave a few decorative candles on the shelves - they will create an impressive intimate atmosphere at the right time.
Minimum decor in the interior
You really shouldn’t get carried away with the decor, as the “lush filling” will create a mess in the interior. It is worth thinking about various decorations when choosing finishing materials. Buy a block of tiles with a pattern or lay out a mosaic panel on the wall. Nowadays, such types of materials as patchwork tiles or those imitating natural stone are quite popular.
Use bright textiles (towels, rugs, bathroom curtains), beautifully designed bottles with shampoos, creams and other hygiene or cosmetic products.
You can also carefully introduce themed decor - a 4 sq.m. bathroom. a marine style will be complemented by shells, an eco-friendly interior will be complemented by green flowerpots, and a Scandinavian-style bathroom will be decorated with wicker wooden baskets that can be used for dirty things.
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