How to Optimize Space in your Bathroom
By Editorial Team
Updated on November 7, 2023

Many couples, families and even those living alone struggle to keep a small bathroom organized, with all moving parts under control. The standard bathroom found in most households is snug, barely fitting a sink, shower and vanity comfortably. Maintaining all these fixtures plus a sense of aesthetic appeal can be a serious challenge. On top of these aspects, there's ergonomics. Luckily, we live in a modern world where designers have taken the time to come up with various solutions to these traditionally small spaces.
If you’re living with a bathroom that leaves you feeling frustrated, now’s the time to take action and find ways to optimize even the smallest of spaces. We’ve taken the time and done the research to come up with a list of options that’ll help you make better use of the space you’ve got in your bathroom.
Optimizing space in your bathroom: questions to ask yourself
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