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What is the best layout for your bathroom renovation?
The Best Bathroom Layout Ideas for a Functional and Stylish Renovation

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Choosing the right layout is crucial for a successful bathroom renovation. For small bathrooms, consider an efficient layout with corner fixtures and vertical storage or a modern minimalist style to create an open, airy feel.
Larger spaces can accommodate a classic layout with a separate bath and shower or a luxurious open-plan design for a spa-like retreat. A split layout offers privacy in shared bathrooms, while a luxury layout incorporates high-end fixtures and smart technology.
Open and airy: the modern minimalist layout
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Floor to ceiling tiles and refined function create a generous feeling of space in this minimalist bathroom. Photo above : Patrick Reynolds
Functional and elegant: the classic layout
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This classic bathroom features a design that is daring without being over the top and which is conscious of its heritage context while providing contemporary functionality. Photo above: John Williams
Compact and cozy: the efficient layout
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A pony wall conceals plumbing for both the vanity and shower in this compact family bathroom. Photo: Patrick Reynolds
Spa-like luxury: the open-plan layout
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A connection to nature is the hallmark of a spa-like bathroom.
The best of both worlds: the split layout
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This pool house bathroom by PTG Architects takes the split layout even further by incorporating an outdoor shower into the wider design, as well as a traditional indoor option. Image above: Cody Woodmass
High-end and practical: the luxury layout
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Antiqued French limestone and an opulent, sunken bath lend a luxurious feel to this ensuite bathroom. Photography by: Simon Devitt
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