We’re having a new home built and I would like to design an efficient kid bathroom that is age appropriate for my kids who are 2 and 5 years old. Do you have any kid bathroom design ideas?
Certainly. When looking to design a kid bathroom that is efficient and user friendly you’ll want to take into account things like available space and whether you’re making the most of it.
A good kid bathroom design also takes into account the size and needs of your children and will help boost self-esteem as they grow and are able to better take charge of their own hygiene.
Since the kid bathroom will be shared, give some thought to whether they’ll be using it at the same time. Also if they aren’t the same gender consider how you can factor in some privacy.
While possible, a shared kid bathroom should include a vanity with double sinks as well as compartmentalized spaces with a privacy wall or partition.
Fixtures, storage, air flow and lighting requirements are also important considerations in a good kid bathroom design.
Space: Is there a better way to use the available kid bathroom space? A pocket door is an excellent way of freeing up the space a regular door takes up. Is it to your advantage to replace the tub and install a shower stall instead?
Fixtures: Consider a one-piece toilet with an elongated bowl. Most one-piece models sit lower, hug closer to the wall and are better scaled for toilet training tots yet are still comfortable for adults.
Storage: Kid bathroom storage is important. If you don’t have a linen closet or other closed storage space to house extra towels and toiletries, then you’ll need to find creative ways to store these items. Over the door hangers (with extenders) or wall mounted hooks and pegs (at mid-height) are two great ideas. You might want to consider purchasing an extra deep medicine cabinet that will hold everything from toothpaste to extra rolls of toilet paper.