If you’re planning to remove the large soaking tub, that 8' x 4' space is ideal for relocating the shower—especially since it gives you room for a spacious walk-in or even a double shower setup. The window above the tub isn’t a dealbreaker, just make sure it's either frosted or replaced with a waterproof window unit. You can also use a fixed panel of glass or tile up halfway and leave the top open for light.

For the old shower location, you’ve got great options:

• A linen closet or storage cabinet (very useful and visually clean),

• A built-in makeup vanity or seated dressing area,

• Or if you don’t need extra storage, even extend the toilet area slightly for more comfort and add some shelving above.

With 11' x 8', you’ve got flexibility. Moving the shower makes the layout feel more open and modern. Just make sure the new shower area is properly waterproofed and sloped to drain.

Will you replace the old tub with a new one? You didn't write anything about adding a new freestanding or undermount tub = I assume that you don't need/want a tub in this bathroom (I also assume that you have another tub in the house).

If you don't want/need a new tub, you have plenty of room for a nice sized shower + add some extra storage if needed. If you want a tub, you still have room for a nice shower and tub area.

FYI - the deck around a new tub won't be as large as your existing one is + there are "freestanding tubs" that are really back-to-wall tubs that will fit nicely where your old tub was + leave you room for shelves or a cabinet on the side.

Normal freestanding tubs need clearance around all sides in order for it to look nice + for someone to be able to clean around it. The ones that are able to be placed directly against a back wall do not need the back clearance (plus, some also can be placed against one of the side walls = more space saved).

They have a shape that looks like a freestanding tub - but they don't have the same issues as one. They also have ones that have thicker walls = something to use to get in and out of the tub (like a regular tub) instead of the super skinny walls that most freestanding tubs have.

There are also ones that can have the faucet/handles deck mounted (or use a floor tub filler or a wall mounted spout + handles).

Is this bathroom on the first floor over a basement/on a slab/on the second floor? It is quite a bit more expensive to move plumbing if there is a slab under the bathroom = you need to think about drains for shower and toilet if they are relocated.

How large is the window over the tub? A window in a shower is fine as long as the contractor knows how to waterproof everything correctly. However, if it's a pretty large window, you may not want it in your shower.

@dani_m08 we don't think we want a tub anymore in the master bathroom. We still have a tub in another bathroom if needed. This is on a second floor, so accessing the plumbing shouldn't be an issue. The existing window is 47" x 46". Thanks for input and thoughts!

How low is that window? It will be in the spray zone if low, and will need to be replaced with a fiberglass or vinyl transom window, which means exterior work replacing the exterior cladding. You cannot just leave the existing window there, because they are not meant to be waterproof from the inside. That's an invitation to water behind the wall and rot.

You can do something like this and add a bidet and a tall linen cabinet to match the vanities; you have plenty of space, and it will make a nice bathroom.

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