If you’re renovating a bathroom, you might be wondering if it’s worth rearranging the layout to maximize space. The good news is that there are several different layout options in an 8’ x 8’ bathroom which can be both stylish and functional.
First, you need to decide what practical aspects you want in your bathrooms, such as a shower or bathtub, or a combination of the two, and whether your bathroom needs to double up as a laundry room. For 8’ x 8’ bathroom layout inspiration, check these out.
1. Corner Shower Between the Toilet and Sink
This bathroom has used clever components to maximize space, such as the back-to-wall toilet where the cistern is enclosed within the wall cavity, meaning that the body of the toilet does not protrude out into the room as much as it usually would.
A slimline radiator is fixed to the wall, which doubles up as a towel rail to again save on space.
The vanity and sink unit is wall hung so that more of the floor can be seen, which creates the illusion of a more expansive space.
The corner shower unit is placed between the toilet and sink, with sliding doors that do not require any clearance to open, which means it can be fitted closer to other parts of the room than a shower that had outward opening doors.
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2. All in a Compact Space
This 8’ by 8’ bathroom layout proves that you can make the space super functional if you design the floor plan carefully. The small bathroom has fitted a bath, sink, vanity unit, toilet, and washing machine, all into a compact space.
The storage underneath the sink is key in creating space to keep bath and shower products, as there is no additional storage space.
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3. Corner Bathtub with Washing Machine and Storage
This bathroom has made incredibly intelligent use of space and, as a result, has been able to install a washing machine, a sink, a bathtub with a shower, a storage unit, a countertop, and a mirror in a small area.
The corner bathtub choice creates a space for the user to stand and enter the tub, while the fitted shelves and cabinets utilize any extra space as storage. This is a very smart 8’ x 8’ bathroom layout if you want to really maximize the functionality of the space.
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4. White Bathroom with Bathtub, Shower, and Washing Machine
The bathtub in this room also features a shower, so you have the best of both worlds rather than having to choose between a shower cubicle and a separate bath. The washing machine is slotted underneath a countertop, which creates additional surface space for storage or having pretty items on display such as candles or houseplants.
The sink is lined up in a row with the washing machine and the foot of the bathtub with no space in between, utilizing every inch of floor space. The laundry hamper fits nicely underneath the sink to save additional space, though aesthetically, this would benefit from having a cabinet door placed on it to hide the pipes of the sink.
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5. Dark Bathroom with Wall Hung Materials
This bathroom layout for an 8’ x 8’ space works perfectly to create a relaxing and luxurious spa vibe. Techniques have been used to create the illusion that the room is bigger than it actually is, including having a toilet and sink that is both wall-hung.
This allows us to see the floor tiles beneath the toilet and sink, creating a wider line of sight and therefore making us believe the room is spacious. Following the same idea, even the toilet brush is wall-mounted so that the floor tiles are not interrupted.
Using the same tiles on both the floor and the walls also makes the room feel more expansive. The problem posed by the lack of a vanity unit is solved by the addition of wall shelves that can be used for storage.
The shelves are made from glass, which means they don’t visually interrupt the space, and they are minimalist, so the room looks sleek and spacious.
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6. Bathtub Faces Wall-hung Sink
This bathroom features a bath with a shower overhead to maximize space without compromising on functionality. The bathtub faces the sink; meanwhile, the toilet is placed in the middle by the wall.
The wall-hung sink creates more floor space, but storage is still available using the cabinets on the walls. The cabinet doors are made from mirrored glass which reflects light and gives the illusion of more space while also doubling up as a functional surface to apply makeup or wash your face.
The towel rail radiator is fixed to the wall over the top of the toilet to utilize wall space.
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7. Luxurious and Spacious Bathroom with Floor-to-Ceiling Tiles
This 8’ x 8’ bathroom feels luxurious and spacious despite its compact size. A shower area has been installed at the back of the room on the narrowest wall, using a glass shower screen and wet room floor instead of a shower tray.
These elements do not block off the room and instead give the space a more open-plan feel to make it seem larger than it is.
Neutral floor-to-ceiling tiles and a large mirror help to reflect light and create the illusion of space. The wall-hanging sink and vanity shelving face the compact toilet, maximizing storage while still retaining the feeling of space.
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8. Toilet in the Corner at a Diagonal Angle
This bathroom layout has the toilet in the corner of the room at a diagonal angle, which is a good trick to use if you struggle for seating clearance when it is placed at an angle parallel to the wall.
The square shower works well in the facing corner and features sliding doors which do not require clearance space to open.
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9. Roomy Feel with White and off-white Materials
This modern bathroom feels luxurious despite being just 8’ x 8’. The clever layout arranges the toilet, vanity, and bathtub in a neat row so that the remaining floor space is all in one area and feels quite roomy.
The bath features an overhead shower and a recessed wall compartment to use as storage. The use of white and off-white materials, such as the subway tiling and Carrera marble, reflect light and give the impression of an airy and spacious room.
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