Seeking thoughts on master bathroom conversion with laundry.

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

So we have this useless hallway in the master bedroom that separates the closet from the master bathroom with this little nook in the back. Downloaded a program called Home Design 3D for $5 and drew this up to scale. So this is the existing home design with small french closet doors, small 3 foot shower and large tub. But with a dated 7' vanity and toilet by the window.

We were thinking about taking out the tub because we will never use it and plan on staying here for the next 20-30 years so we wanted to make better use of the space. Would it be dumb to square off the master bedroom where it angles in. Put in a small linen closet in that tiny space. Remove the french doors from the closet and put in sliding doors. Shrink the 7' vanity down to a 6' vanity to accommodate a new bathroom door. And install a large 6' glass shower enclosure with opposite dual headed showerheads next to an in-suite laundry in the master bathroom.

Another option was keep the same original layout BUT... put a stackable washer/ dryer in that tiny nook between the master closet and the bathroom. But then the flooring becomes an issue of where do we put a drain, where do we stop tearing out the carpet. etc.

You can be honest. All ideas are welcome. And you can say it's dumb. But I think walking down 4 flights of stairs to get to the basement is ridiculous.

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ptreckel

7 years ago

Your first plan sounds good. I like the squaring off of the space and the replacement of the tub with a shower that will be used. And the use of the claimed angled space for a small linen closet. Consider pocket doors for the new entrance to the closet, if possible, to save space and ease access to it. As has been suggested, a compact stackable laundry would make sense in the space allotted to it. OR...one of the small combination washer/driers that are more common in Europe than the US. But much will depend on the kinds of laundry that you will do in this space if you have additional laundry facilities elsewhere. Nice!

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Dewayne
Original Author
7 years ago
It is under Design Dilemma.
Angelina Noire
7 years ago
As you plan on keeping this home for 20+ years I would suggest instead of removing your tub install a glass enclosure to accommodate a larger shower surrounding the existing tub. If you like the larger vanity but are concerned aboit the space choose pocket doors for the bathrooms instead of traditional. If there is room for a 3' hallway between the master closet already with a nook then remove the useless hallway and keep the nook and space reserved for your laundry room. Because there are existing pipes to the bathroom a compact washer/dryer install seems probable. If there is any carpet remove and tile. Square off the weird angle at the stairs to make carpet/tile edge more symmetrical and easier to calculate when buying materials.
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scottie mom
7 years ago
It sounds like a good idea. But a plan drawing would be much more helpful. Can you just draw it out, pencil on graph paper? Include dimensions.
skunst2017
7 years ago
I like your idea ...but use every square foot for storage ..even that little space you need to square off ..you could put shelves for books or art pieces ....I like sliding doors ..but not two ..one is enough ..good luck ! Ps. Good luck and enjoy !
thinkdesignlive
7 years ago
I agree this view is not helpful. Just floor plans. Also have you talked with anyone locally about the structure of your home?
felizlady
7 years ago
Moving/adding plumbing upstairs is not as simple as drawing it. It is likely connected to the downstairs plumbing in ways you don’t know. It will involve supply pipes and waste pipes in walls and under floors. You need to consult with a contractor and an architect to find out if what you are imagining is feasible and get an estimate of the cost.