BATHROOM
DESIGN
TYPES OF BATHROOMS:
Full Bath – a sink, toilet, and bathtub
Three Quarter Bath – a sink, toilet, and a
shower (but no tub)
Half Bath – also known as a “powder room”; has
a sink and a toilet
Master Bath – a full bath that is part of the
master bedroom area
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS:
Bathrooms should be placed close to existing
drainage pipes
A floor plan is essential
Consider the number of people using the
bathroom
Consider special needs (ex. universal design
elements)
STORAGE:
Vanity
Shelves
Closets
Cupboards
BATHROOM SYSTEMS:
Electrical – ground-fault circuit interrupters
needed for outlets near water
Lighting – lights should be wall or ceiling
mounted. Bright light is needed. Skylights are
another option.
Ventilation – needed to reduce moisture
(exhaust fan, windows)
BATHROOM COMPONENTS:
SINKS:
Floating – open space beneath
Pedestal – freestanding base
Inset – set into the top of vanity
Vessel – sits on top of a counter
BATHROOM COMPONENTS CON’T:
BATHTUBS:
Clawfoot – Victorian style, freestanding with feet
Pedestal – freestanding tub
Drop-In – built into wall or platform
Whirlpool – built in tub with air jets
BATHROOM COMPONENTS CON’T:
SHOWERS:
 Tub Shower vs. Stand Alone Stall
DESIGN PROJECT
 You will have the choice to work alone or with a partner.
 Create a unique bathroom design for a real life client.
 Interview the client and build a client profile.
 Your design will be showcased on a design board and must include the
following:
 Accurate floor plan
 Colour scheme
 Sample materials that showcase: flooring, textiles, etc.
 Pictures of fixtures and furniture and accessories
 A price list
DESIGN PROJECT
 You will be given class time to work on this project, however, you must
come prepared.
 You will need a personal device such as a laptop or smart phone
to research products online. I will be giving you websites to help source
your materials, determine themes, and create your design.
 You will have to spend time outside of school to gather some materials for
your design board, such as paint samples and/or other textiles and
materials you wish to include on your board.
 You will also be responsible for creating a pitch to the client and class to
sell your design.
DESIGN PROJECT
ADVICE FROM PAST STUDENTS…
 “Whatever you do, don’t leave this til the last minute!! There’s a lot of work involved
but it’s cool to see your design come together in the end.”
 “Use the time the teacher gives you in class wisely. Don’t slack off like me cause
you’ll regret it when it comes time to present your board.”
 “I especially liked getting to know the client and knowing that my design could
actually be one they chose. Ms. Chevrier expects you to be like a professional
designer, which helped inspire the project. It was very real.”
 “I didn’t realize how much there is to think about as a designer. I thought it would be
a simple assignments, but there’s so much more to it than meets the eye.”
 “Don’t waste class time.”
 “Visit places like Home Depot and Kents to see the bathrooms on display. It helped
me a lot to see it in real life.”
 “Don’t leave it til the day before or you’ll be up the creek buddy!!!”