1. Bathrooms
Interior Design I
Objective 3.03

2. Bathrooms are part of the Private zones in a house
Make good “dividers” between private and social zones
Must include window or ventilation fan
Need linen closet or storage nearby

3. Half-Bath/Powder Room
Sink & toilet only
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4. ¾ Bath Sink, toilet, shower with no tub
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5. Full Bath Sink, toilet, bathtub/shower combo
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6. Full Bath Options: Master
Full bath located as part of master bedroom, usually includes separate tub and shower.
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7. Full Bath Options: Jack & Jill
Bathroom with two or more entrances, usually from two bedrooms on either side of the bathroom.

8. En- Suite Bath
Bathroom connected to a bedroom. Can be Full or Three-quarters.

9. Bathroom Sinks/ Lavatories/Wash Basins

10. Wall-Hung Sink
Open space beneath sink, can make the room appear larger
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11. Pedestal Sinks
Supported by a free-standing base, often artfully shaped or appears as a sculpture
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12. Inset Sinks/Vanities
Set flush into the countertop, cabinet below adds storage
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13. Above the counter
Looks like a decorative washbowl set on a counter. Can be found on pedestal or vanity sinks
Also known as vessel sinks
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14. Toilets/Water Closets
Floor mount
Wall mount
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15. Tub Showers/Enclosed bath
Bathtub with a shower head above, usually surrounded by 3 walls
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16. Freestanding Tubs
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17. Stall Showers Walk in shower
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18. Design tips
When working on design layout you don’t want to be able to see the toilet from the door.
Many designers are creating separate toilet or toilet and shower rooms for multi-person use of the bathroom
2 foot minimum clearance in front of toilet
2 ½ foot clearance in front of bathtub/shower

19. Universal Design in Baths
Wide doorways (36”) and extra floor space (usually 60 inches turning radius for wheelchairs)
Grab bars near toilet and tub
Elevated toilet seat
Lever style sink and shower controls
No upper cabinets
Tilting mirror
No-sill, door-less shower stall with rolling or fixed chair
Lower towel bars
Easy open windows