John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA The door swings out. There are many options for turning on the water. The diverter is directly above the tub filler, but the on/off, and temp. control can be outside of the shower or on a different wall.
Shower/bath door - How thick is the glass that is used here? Also, another comment on a different picture of this idea mentioned glass flexing - how does that happen? Does it have to do with the thickness of the glass? »
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA The glass is 1/2" thick. There are many different types of glass and the installer/manufacturer can recommend thickness depending on your specific size and use. Here we didn't worry about flex because the panel is on hinges - weight won't be placed against it.
Ronique Gibson If you have the space for a separate tub and shower it is ideal. You will get a higher value for your home when selling, with them separated, not too mention two people could theoretically bathe at one time if need be.
While combined ones like the one shown here are still very common, and practical if you don't have the space, or if you're working with an existing condition.
like the idea of potentially doing this partial glass door which is on a hinge at the wall, which would make it easier to access the faucet, clean the tub/shower and for using the tub for baths (for adults or kids). would want a small, high window on the long wall for light. Also orient the plumbing for the shower/tub as shown to the left, and have the toilet and vanity on the right of the room.