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2 bathrooms? 1 large? Or 1 full and 1 half?

8 years ago
Hi! I am currently remodeling my house that is a 4/2. The guest bathroom measures 128"x92" from the outside walls. The architect seems to think we can squeeze 2 full baths in there but subtract the 8" for the walls and they become very small. What do you think? Should we do a half bath and then a full bath? Or 2 full bathrooms that will be quite small? The other idea I had was to make one a shower and the bigger one a tub. Please anybody with ideas for that size space? Thanks!

Comments (16)

  • 8 years ago
    I agree with Patricia. You should be ok with two full baths. Do pedestal sinks with glass shelves instead of closed cabinetry. That will make it look roomier.
  • PRO
    8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    It depends WHO will be using each bath and how often. Answer that first please.

  • 8 years ago
    For resale at the very least-2 full. Standing shower and pedestal as Tammy and Patricia said in the guest would leave more room for the master, although I would prefer the tub in the guest bathroom and a nice standing shower for myself. I would maximize storage and counter space in the master. No way could I get ready every day at a pedestal sink. You would end up squeezing in free-standing furniture to supplement space lost with a pedestal. Your architect can help you design the most utilitarian cabinet design.
  • 8 years ago

    Are you talking about making the guest bath 2 baths? And there is already a full master bath?

  • PRO
    8 years ago
    Two hall bathrooms would work well in this space it's good to keep one side with tub and the other with a shower, it's good for resale...
  • PRO
    8 years ago
    Sample layout?
  • 8 years ago
    Something like this, very rough. Steal as much space as possible for the master.
  • 8 years ago
    Thanks to all who commented!! ❤️. We already have a large master in the plans. This is the guest/cabana bath. We are a family of 4 and I don't like the idea of my kids sharing a bathroom with guests so that's where this idea was started :)
  • 8 years ago
    These are the plans for that side of the house. The space is 128x92 from the outside walls. He has 2 bathrooms drawn in there. I guess from the comments, it's doable. Thank you!
  • 8 years ago

    I know I am in the minority, but I hate cramped bathrooms with tiny vanities or pedestal sinks. And since you already have a master I wouldn't force this space to become 2 cramped bathrooms. If there was a way to thoughtfully configure a powder room plus full bath, that would be my preference.

  • 8 years ago
    Aha. That changes things. My kids bathroom has a first section with two vanities across from one another, A pocket door, and on the other side the shower and toilet. I love this set up, because there is less fighting (can't say NO fighting) over the bathroom. I wonder if you might be able to do something like this with the space given a half bath on one side. Do you have guests overnight often?
  • 8 years ago
    We do have guests often but more than anything we have a large family that is always over for dinner :). I'm leaning towards a powder room + full bath but everyone seems to think 2 full baths is the way to go even if they are hobbit sized.
  • 8 years ago
    Ana I think that was before people realized that you already had a MB. I have 2 2/2 and although it would be nice to have a guest room with a full bath, I wouldn't turn my powder room in to a full OR shrink the kid's bathroom to achieve that.
  • 8 years ago
    Oops I meant I have 2 1/2 baths.
  • 8 years ago
    I wouldn't want my guests to use the childrens' bathroom. A powder room can be very compact. Then make the other Bath as large as possible for your children. If they don't need a tub, just do a shower.
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