2021 ᐈ

A huge number of people in our country live in small apartments. In typical housing, where every meter of usable space is used, a small bathroom is the norm rather than the exception to the rule.

Five square meters for a bathroom is, of course, not enough, but it is wrong to believe that it will be too difficult to arrange it on these meters.

Where to start the renovation?

Firstly, you should reassure yourself that the bathroom is 5 sq.m. – this is not the worst option (believe me, there are much smaller dimensions).

With rational use of space, everything you need can fit here, and even a washing machine, for which it is often difficult to find space in a small apartment.

To begin with, we advise you to consider the possibility of combining a bathroom with a toilet - dismantling the wall between them will significantly increase the free space.

Another plus is that you will have one door instead of two, i.e. there will be additional space along one of the walls.

Today, preliminary permission from government authorities is not required for such redevelopment, which greatly simplifies the matter. This method of increasing the area may turn out to be irrational only in one case - if a large family lives in the apartment, then in the morning and evening you will need to use the bathroom alternately, and this will cause inconvenience.

When arranging a bathroom, you need to clearly think about what appliances and furniture will be needed here, and what can be discarded.

It is also worth considering some tricks to adjust a small space.

For example, the presence of large mirrors on the walls will visually expand the area, and the design of one accent wall (most often above the bathtub or sink) will add depth to the layout. Vertical finishing patterns “raise” the ceiling level, while horizontal ones expand the room. It is better to draw a preliminary sketch with measurements on a piece of paper, think about the arrangement of furniture, lighting and finishing methods.

When everything is ready, we go shopping.

Space zoning

Thanks to the competent division of space into zones, taking into account their specifics, it will be possible to make the room even more functional. This can be achieved by arranging plumbing fixtures with similar operating principles in one place or by using special techniques. Among the latter are sliding decorative partitions made of glass blocks. Color transitions (lilac, etc.) on the walls, contrasting multi-level ceilings and lighting fixtures will help you achieve visual zoning. However, the simultaneous use of the presented methods of dividing space into zones is not advisable. In this way, you can achieve architectural or color overload, which will entail complete disharmony of space. Taking this into account, it is recommended to divide the utilitarian room into a maximum of 3 functional zones:

intended for water procedures (sink, shower);
reserved for personal hygiene and natural needs (bidet, urinal);
household (cabinets, laundry equipment).

Features of a medium-sized combined bathroom

Bathroom 5 sq. m., as architects of a standard layout think, is a large space in which they often try to include a toilet.

It turns out that whether the owners of the apartment like it or not, they are forced to combine several functional rooms in this area.

Some owners in a small room try to place not only a washbasin, toilet and bathtub, but also a shower stall, a bidet, a boiler, a washing machine and furniture.

Here you have to choose - maximum clutter with useful attributes of modern life or thoughtful design and a minimum of facilities for washing and bathing.

A medium-sized bathroom can be made in any color scheme, but the interior should not seem cold, dull and uninviting.

It is better to leave the filling of plumbing fixtures and electrical appliances minimal, paying more attention to the functionality and interior of a 5 sq. m bathroom. m.

When undertaking a repair or redevelopment of a hygienic room, the main attention is paid to the plumbing. The tank is the main attribute in the premises of this functionality.

To make your bathroom look modern, spacious and cozy, it’s worth investing in a modernized container , for which there is enough space on 5 “squares”:

“podium” type mini-pool with steps;
corner jacuzzi;
original bathroom with additional functionality;
spacious shower with a large tray instead of a bathtub.

If the bathing container takes up a lot of space, it is better to buy the rest of the plumbing fixtures in a compact style.

For example, a corner toilet with a cistern at the back, a “tulip” washbasin on a counter with a siphon hidden behind it, and it’s better to avoid a bidet.
Some families do not use the bathroom - they wash in the shower.
This can be a full-fledged shower stall or a minimalist option, when warm water supply is built into the wall, and taps and a flexible cheap hose go outside.
The shower box can be fenced off with a glass partition or a washable curtain.

With this layout of the bathroom (5 sq. m.), the free space will freely accommodate furniture and a washing machine.

The choice of sink depends on the overall design and the rest of the room.

If there is enough space near one wall where the water supply and sewerage are connected, then you can install a common countertop on which to place the sink and dressing table near the mirror.

Under it, accordingly, there will be drawers and a sink, hiding the siphon and sewer outlets.

Extravagant containers with unusual shapes are often chosen for a modern bathroom, but they are not suitable for every style.

Usually the washbasin or sink is located where the water pipe comes out, but this is not necessary.

If the pipes are extended, the washbasin can be placed behind the door, near the jacuzzi or in a free corner - as long as it is convenient to approach and wash.

It is convenient when there is a shelf with a mirror or mirror tiles above the washbasin.

Alternatively, it can be securely mounted into the wall, but representatives of some mystical cults do not recommend bathroom mirrors at all.

The washing machine also comes in different sizes - from a “tiny” one to a modern laundry complex with a spacious centrifuge.

A compact machine with minimal vibration can be installed on a shelf behind the toilet, if it is convenient for use. This is not very convenient for short people.

It is very convenient when there is a pencil case for clean towels and bathrobes; on the lower shelves it is convenient to store household chemicals and cleaning equipment.

But you can do without it. Experts recommend hanging furniture so that it does not deteriorate from excess moisture on the floor.

Geyser

Modern water heating systems are compact and easy to use. But even with their accuracy, there is a risk of poor placement, making it difficult to use the space. To turn the gas unit on and off, you need free access, a convenient distance so as not to reach for it or stand on a stepladder. Many people want to hide such household appliances, but safety precautions do not allow this.

But there is a way out - carefully placing the speaker in a plasterboard niche (not close) above the washbasin, for example, will help save space. The niche is decorated using ceramics or artificial stone, and can be in the shape of a column or panel. The choice of models is large-scale: the shapes, dimensions, and colors are amazing in their diversity, so there should be no problems with matching the general style (high-tech, etc.). Materials for finishing the niche are selected that are non-melting and non-flammable, because... The device is prone to heating.

Finishes and materials

One of the most important issues in renovating a small bathroom with an area of 5 sq.m. – selection of finishing materials.

Here it is worth taking into account not only aesthetic indicators and compliance with fashion trends, but also such a fact as the special microclimate in the room, where there are rather humid conditions with temperature changes.

Floor

For the floor, tiles, which meet all the necessary qualities, have been and remain a popular option for decades. A wide range of floor tiles allows you to choose any color and pattern. Tiles can imitate natural materials such as stone or wood.

The only drawback is the coldness of the material, and if you are not planning on installing a heated floor, you can consider other options.

For example, moisture-resistant laminate or linoleum. Both materials have a wide variety of colors and patterns, but it is better to give preference to light colors. The latest trend in flooring design is self-leveling floors, which have the longest service life.

Walls

The walls in the bathroom can also be decorated with tiles - create monochromatic planes, patterns that correct vertical or horizontal patterns. The design with mosaics looks especially elegant, the multi-colored glass pieces of which will not let the room get “bored”.

Mosaics, as a rule, are used to decorate individual areas - this could be the shower wall, above the sink or in the area of the bathtub bowl.

An inexpensive, but quite acceptable option for a small bathroom is PVC panels, available in a varied assortment. They are moisture resistant, easy to clean, but not as resistant to mechanical stress as tiles. But it is quite possible to install them yourself and not to perfectly align the walls before installation.

For some, painting may seem like the simplest option for decorating bathroom walls, especially since this method allows you to create various patterns if desired. Indeed, a painted bathroom looks quite stylish, but only if you put a lot of effort into decorating absolutely smooth walls.

Otherwise, existing defects will ruin the entire aesthetics.

Sometimes moisture-resistant plasterboard is used for finishing, which allows you to obtain smooth surfaces. For a small bathroom, it is better to refuse such an adjustment, as it will “steal” a sufficient part of the space.

Drywall will be an ideal material only for decorating a false wall if you intend to install suspended plumbing.

Ceiling

A light ceiling always creates a feeling of lightness and airiness, and this is worth taking into account when decorating a bathroom. Here, the best option would be stretched glossy fabrics that have a reflective effect.

PVC material or lining would look good.

The ceiling can also be painted, but in this case, without constructing a plasterboard base, you will not be able to organize a system of now popular spotlights, and, again, it is necessary to perfectly level the surface.

Plumbing and furniture

Having sorted out the finishing materials, you can begin filling the interior of a 5 sq.m. bathroom. If you do combine it with a toilet and get additional space, it can be used to install a washing machine or bidet.

Here you can afford to equip a false wall and install built-in plumbing fixtures, which will relieve the room and give it a more modern look.

In a small bathroom, the bowl is often replaced with a shower stall, which occupies one of the corners. Today, there are many improved shower options, including those “stuffed” with the latest technological developments, so this option may become even more acceptable.

If you absolutely do not want to give up your favorite bathtub, consider installing a corner option or equip a spacious storage area for detergents and cleaning products under the bathtub.

In a square small bathroom, it's better to use the corners, leaving more space to move around.

In a rectangular one, you can place a bathtub along one of the walls, and a sink with a mirror along the adjacent one or opposite, depending on where the doorway is located. The space under the sink is successfully used for installing a cabinet or washing machine. Do not overload a small room with furniture.

A compact cabinet with mirrored doors above the washbasin or a couple of open shelves is quite enough.

With or without washing machine

There are a number of arguments in favor of installing a washing machine in a personal hygiene room: close proximity of items associated with washing (air conditioner, basins, powder); Convenience of pre-soaking or hand washing; less risk of flooding neighbors if there is a leak due to waterproofing; the presence of a hood that removes excess humidity; possibility of storing dirty laundry nearby; use of the upper plane. Installing the unit in the kitchen will save space in the bathroom.

Bathroom Design Trends 2020

Decorators suggest making the design of a 5 square meter bathroom 2022 strict and concise. Minimalism is the main trend of this season. This is expected, because a small room should not be cluttered with unnecessary items.

Another requirement for a modern interior is its division into zones. This can be done even in the smallest space.

To create a fashionable and stylish environment in the bathroom in a standard apartment, designers offer the following ideas:

use original plumbing fixtures;
combine tiles of different sizes;
introduce retro style elements;
abandon the usual color scheme.

This season, as before, it is recommended to decorate the room in natural colors. There can be a lot of green, blue, blue, brown. But you can experiment and add powdery shades to this calm palette. Dusty pink and lilac will refresh the design.

The hit of this season is renovation done in Scandinavian style or loft.

Their features can even be combined in one project, because in many ways they are similar. Loft – concrete surfaces, white, black or gray tiles, undisguised communications, use for finishing wood and metal. Scandinavia is characterized by a calm color scheme with bright accents.

Such a room can be decorated with simple furniture made of natural wood, textiles and accessories with a simple geometric print.

To think through the project down to the smallest detail, you can look at photos of bathroom interiors created by Swedish designers. And for those who are not ready for such a bold remodel, it is best to create a beautiful classic interior in creamy beige tones or choose Provence, which is always in fashion.

We use matte black faucets

A non-standard solution for a loft-style bathroom is the use of black matte faucets. Compared to the usual shiny stainless steel, they look unusual. This idea seems simple and at the same time ingenious.

Such faucets can be plastic, steel, brass, chrome and even ceramic.

They will look good in a room with concrete walls and a subfloor. They are also installed in minimalist and classic styles. A black faucet looks natural against a classic white bathtub and sink. It is also mounted on countertops made of natural or decorative stone, which have a pink, green, or gray tint.

For such faucets you need to select the appropriate accessories: a soap dish, a glass for brushes, a mirror in a black frame.

Combining tiles of different shapes and sizes

If you want to implement modern ideas for a 5 sq.m. bathroom. m with a combined bathroom, pay special attention to the choice of tiles.

With its help, you can divide the room into zones: draw a clear boundary between the toilet and shower, bathtub and storage systems.

Also, with the help of well-chosen tiles, it will be possible to visually expand the space and raise the ceiling. This technique is especially relevant for Khrushchev houses, whose owners often decide to combine a bathroom with a toilet and demolish the wall.

In such interiors, the combination of tiles of different sizes is encouraged. So, you can put dark porcelain tiles on the floor, half the walls with smaller elements, and the bathtub and countertop with sink - with small mosaic tiles.

A wide strip of mosaic pattern can be placed in the middle of all the walls of the room. You will get the same apron as in the kitchen. It does not need to be covered with cabinets and mirrors.

There are a lot of options for combining tiles.

Tiles for a small bathroom do not have to be light. Today, dark gray, blue and even black colors are actively used. You just need to correctly place accents using objects and finishing materials of lighter colors. The tile arrangement pattern can be asymmetrical.

Flowers and palms

Fresh flowers in designer pots or artificial flowers in vases will enliven the interior. This idea is ideal for eco-interiors. They are often decorated with tall transparent vessels with green bamboo stems.

Recently, decorative palm trees have been used to decorate rooms.

You can find a place for them on the floor or on the shelf of an open closet. Bathrooms located in older apartment buildings often have a window near the ceiling. It is best decorated with climbing flowers. In a Provence and shabby chic style room there must be artificial lavender in a clay pot or transparent vase.

Console tables in the interior

This piece of furniture is traditionally placed in the hallway. But not everyone knows that it fits perfectly into a small bathroom. Such pieces of furniture are used as a stand for the sink.

They are especially suitable for corner models.

The table is placed against the wall, and instead of a lid, a stone countertop is installed, into which a sink and taps are mounted. Such a piece of furniture does not have doors at the bottom. The free space under the sink must be used.

It is advisable to place wicker baskets with towels and all sorts of small items there.

One of the bold options is to put a washing machine under such a table. But then, even at the stage of early repair, it is necessary to design communications so that the pipes for the machine are routed to the table.

Retro style is always in fashion

You can design an interior in retro style. Tile of contrasting color is laid on the floor in a checkerboard pattern and a beautiful bathtub with twisted gilded legs is selected. Faucets, a mirror in a forged frame and other accessories are installed to match the color.

The plumbing needs to be hidden behind a beautiful curtain that will hang down (like a canopy).

Soviet retro is also popular. To create it, white tiles are used, which can be divided by a black side. To make the interior more interesting, it is advisable to make one of the walls brick and insert the mirror into a wooden frame.

We use powder pink, green and blue colors

This season, designers propose to deviate from the rules and use pink, blue, turquoise, and rich green to decorate the bathroom interior.

All these shades can be present in Indian-style interior design.

Tiles with complex floral patterns are used to decorate walls and floors. It can be repeated on furniture facades. Handles and faucets in such an interior should be the color of copper.

Powdery pink is used to create romantic interiors. This tone goes well with creamy, beige, and blue. The project will be complemented by textiles and accessories with roses.

Bright spots can also be found in rooms in classic, neoclassical and minimalist styles. The simplest, most restrained interior looks different if you put an irregularly shaped blue rug on the floor or put a red console table.

The stone countertop under the sink in a dusty pink tone looks original.

You may not be able to find a shower, bath or bidet in a bright color, but you can make the interior interesting with the help of non-standard shaped furniture, bright accessories, original finishing materials and high-quality textiles.

Tips for arranging a room

You can minimize the use of space by using space under the bathroom where you can store some household items. Specialized stores offer screens with hinged doors with hanging shelves. You can organize similar functionality with your own hands by building something like a bookcase. Near the sink, in order to save space, an “apron” with pockets, selected in a shade that matches the textile, will fit well. If you replace the tiles with mirror ones, you will get a visual lifting of the ceilings and expansion of the dimensions. It is rational to abandon the heated towel rail in favor of a “warm floor”, significantly freeing up the walls. A meter transfer of the doorway will help organize the design of an average bathroom with dimensions of 5 square meters. m with washing machine and toilet according to preferences. The door can also be made to slide to the side.

Design features of a square and rectangular bathroom 5 square meters

The most common problem that owners face is the features of the premises. Placement of the doorway, heated towel rails, placement of the bathtub, which makes it impossible to place a washing machine and cabinets.

Therefore, designers recommend making some changes to ensure maximum convenience in this room:

Moving the door. If you move this element, you can free up most of the wall. In addition, the door should open not inward, but outward.
Another element that limits the possibilities is a heated towel rail . With modern bathroom design, they are abandoned, giving preference to such a device as heated floors.
Of course, hardly anyone would want to give up a full-fledged bath, but now there are all kinds of models of shower cabins . They perfectly save space in the room and are quite convenient when taking water procedures.
If the room is rectangular in shape, designers use a convenient technique. A plasterboard niche is installed , to which a bathtub and additional niches and cabinets are installed.
There is a great option for square rooms - corner bath . It will save the necessary space and will not look massive.

Planning stages

If the dimensions of a utilitarian room are close to average, then the topic of saving space remains pressing. The layout here is not particularly difficult, but it is unlikely that it will be possible to combine the installation of a bathtub and a shower, so it is worth paying attention to 2 in 1 options. It is recommended to start planning by compiling a list of future paraphernalia and plumbing fixtures. Priority should be given not only to quality and functionality, but also to ease of use. An expensive faucet, for example, will not be as impressive as a creative solution in a small space. Another important initial step is to accurately measure the volume of the room. It is thought out in advance whether it is advisable to combine a bathroom. It is worth carrying out work with communications in order to have confidence in the possibility of transferring water supply pipes, a radiator and a heated towel rail, as well as altering the discharge configuration into the sewer.

Important! The use of computer design programs will help you design an individual option in the form of a photo that completely satisfies the owner’s needs.

Style selection

When choosing a style for a bathroom, you should always take into account the main parameter - this is an individual process that takes into account your own taste preferences. This applies to many aspects that shape the stylistic direction.

The most common stylistic trends are:

Classical. This style is distinguished by the use of expensive, luxurious materials. In addition, classic models of accessories and bathroom furniture are often large in size. Therefore, this option would be appropriate for more spacious rooms.
Japanese. As in the previous case, natural materials are used here, but this is, first of all, minimalism, no gold or luxurious forms. Ornaments and patterns are used here, but in a gentle and pastel design.
Country. This option is suitable for those who love bright colors and floral prints. The cell predominates here, which is perfectly combined with all kinds of plant prints.
No less in demand and popular is Provence . Most often, this is the use of just one tone; in rare cases, you can combine two color schemes. Forged products and natural furniture predominate here.
Favorite modern style is minimalism . Everything here is simple and concise, but at the same time as comfortable as possible. Gray color in all its manifestations often predominates here. Hidden cabinets and built-in niches.
And one more style - eclecticism . You should not resort to such a choice without the help of designers. Here they use mixed stylistic directions, but at the same time harmony is maintained.

Beautiful interior examples

A fairly detailed description of the process does not always provide a complete picture of the final result. We invite you to look at photos of ready-made solutions, which, if desired, can always be used as ideas for subsequent interior design.

Lighting

A room whose dimensions reach 5 m2 is quite large - it requires a sufficient number of lighting fixtures. Otherwise, the room loses its comfort and looks cold.

The main source of lighting should be located on the ceiling, the auxiliary one should be installed above the sink.

The latter task is often performed by a mirror with built-in lighting. Wall lamps and a luxurious chandelier, like in a bedroom, can add pomp to the interior - the airiness of glass structures will create a feeling of flight. Functionality and relevance will become noticeably more pronounced when using built-in backlighting with adjustable angle of rotation, which is planned at the design stage.

It will provide the required level of illumination to the resulting segments of the room and visually add more volume to the space.

Floor-mounted portholes will scatter light around the perimeter, and LED strips can be used to illuminate shelves, drawers, deep cabinets, and niches. The configuration and dimensions of the lamps directly depend on the size of the room and its design.

The development of a lighting scheme must take into account safety principles: lighting devices are located as far as possible from water, their housings are sealed, and grounding is required.

Plumbing

Often the interior of an average bathroom measuring 5 square meters. m does not imply the simultaneous installation of a shower cabin and a bathtub, but combining these functions is possible: the bathtub is equipped with a shower with a flexible hose or with an imitation of a tropical rainfall. To prevent splashes from falling on dry surfaces, a third of the length of the main plumbing item is occupied by a glass partition. When the bathtub is located along the wall and serves as a shower tray, “sit-down” shortened models are relevant. A cantilever toilet, the cistern of which is mounted into the wall, can save about 30 cm of space. If it is located in a separate room, then the free space is given to the second sink, which will save the family a lot of morning time. The same effect can be obtained when installing paired models, when the drain hole is shared, located between them and has the proper bottom slope on both sides. Installation systems will allow you to hang suspended plumbing fixtures, shut-off valves, and pipes hidden by cladding.

Photo of bathroom design ideas 5 sq.m.:

Furniture

Free meters are noticeably reduced after the installation of plumbing fixtures and devices is completed. However, you also need space to place bath accessories, which wall-mounted furniture does great. Glass shelves and hanging cabinets will not clutter the room. The latter, in the presence of mirrored doors, will make the room more spacious in appearance. A separate space is also required to store various household items and bath towels. The most suitable for this is a high multi-level pencil case that can fit even into a narrow space. It can have any dimensions thanks to custom-made according to individual parameters. In addition, with the help of such a functional partition, it is possible to separate the shower area from the restroom. It’s good if the furniture matches the dimensions of the equipment built into it, and its external design matches the general stylistic direction. As a manufacturing material, it is better to use MDF instead of wood, coated with a protective acrylic varnish with a waterproof effect.