totally just my opinion - but I'd skip the tub if you are not tub people, you'll have to clean around it and rinse the dust out of it - less is often more

Do you have the original layout anywhere that you can share or the original pics and I would be happy to share ideas? I would keep the deep soak tub. We focus on a ton of new construction and the broker that we partner with always makes me readd the freestanding tub due to resale value. Plus if you have room which it looks like you do it is a really nice feature.

I like option B. I would extend the size of your vanity and make the storage closet to the left millwork or open shelves that match the vanity. In the vanity make sure you add drawers if you can that will give you a ton of usable storage.

The wall that is next to the toilet you could make into a half wall and then add a frosted glass on top of it to create a sense of openness when you first walk in while still providing privacy to the toilet area.

@Cabanilla Design Collective Thanks for your feedback! The current layout is pretty much option A. The shower area is a 34 * 34 with a 14" bench. Option A would get rid of the bench and make it a 48 * 36 shower.

We are thinking of reusing the vanity in the existing bathroom. It's a toffee colored, maple wood vanity from Thomasville that includes a 16", tall storage and a 48" vanity. It's in good shape and we'd like to reuse it. The vanity has 2 big and one small drawer on either side. Single sink. Even if i were to replace this with a 60" new vanity, we'd prefer a single sink to get more counterspace.

Currently, the wall next to the toilet is partially half wall to provide privacy (no frosted glass on top as you recommend) and the other part is full to cover the vent/drain pipe for the toilet. That would stay in both options unless it doesn't cost too much to move the vent/drain pipe.

I'll add pictures later.. Thanks again!

I feel like there is wasted space in both layouts.

Question - are the walls included in the layout - but just not drawn the actual width? I assume that is the case.

Do you need the tall storage closet? If yes, could you still place it where you've located it in Option B - in order to put a wider vanity in Option A? Also, the space between the end of the vanity in Option A and the shower could be used to make the vanity longer also.

It would be nice to have a photo of the current layout - it would help provide a feel for the Option A layout.

Regardless of whether you select Option A or Option B, I would move the closet door from inside the bathroom into the bedroom instead.

Hopefully, one of the pros or expert non-pros will see your post and provide you with the best layout for your bathroom.

Does your toilet face the vanity now or does it back up to the wall with the vent?

With the closet being 49 inches wide, I would not do a door from the bedroom into that closet. The closet is too narrow for that.

yeah, I'm interested in scale too, because I think you might be lowing closet storage if you enter from the end...

I think each square is 6"

Moving a wall will involve moving plumbing and electric which sounds like a lot of extra money for something you dont want… i would not put closet door off bathroom without a separate toilet room (although agree closet layout works better that way).

Do you have a tub elsewhere in the house? If so, don't give the tub another thought. Don't put one in here. You don't want it or use it.

Nothing if future proof. Whoever buys your house in the future will probably want to rip out whatever tub you would put in now anyway because it will look dated by then. Builders and the plumbing industry often create fake demand by putting in big tubs so realtors and everyone else thinks they need one too. Don't believe the hype. Do what you want for this bathroom and your use. Plenty of other people don't take baths and won't want your tub in the future.

Please just do this? : ) With exact inches all

When thinking through a bathroom layout, start by prioritizing the functional "flow" of how you’ll use the space every day. Aim to keep the toilet in a more discreet location—either behind a half wall, next to a vanity tower, or tucked away from the main sightline when the door is open. Your vanity should have clear circulation space and access to natural or layered lighting to support grooming tasks. Showers benefit from at least 36"x36" of comfortable footprint, and if you're including a tub, make sure it does not crowd the room or block movement.

Try sketching multiple options with door swings and circulation arrows; often, a small shift in fixture placement can create a feeling of openness without requiring additional square footage. A well-designed bathroom feels intuitive, spacious, and uncluttered even in tight footprints.

Ramblings:

- I'm rather confused about the size /space available.

- Both of these floorplans feel a bit "forced". The vanity and pony wall for the toilet seem to create a bit of a bottleneck.

- I would put in a tub, but we ARE tub people. If you're not, don't spend your money and space on something you won't use -- BUT if you don't do a tub, your shower needs to be really nice /preferably large.

- I personally would prefer the closet to open into the bathroom, as it means light will not spill out onto a sleeper.

- I totally agree with sticking to a single sink -- counter space and storage space are always needed.

- I had a 16" linen tower once, and it was wonderful. Not huge, but it really held a lot.

- Definitely consider WHERE you are going to hang your shower towels -- be sure a hinged door doesn't block your access to your towels.

A well-designed bathroom feels intuitive, spacious, and uncluttered even in tight footprints.

Nicely said.

So if the tub is being done for later for who I will say if you think you will use as you age that is not usually the case I do like that the closet can be accessed from the bedroom not the bathroom IMO the plumbing rules the layout at least the toilet . OH bTW a FS tub will for sure not be a good plan as you age . I love my deep soaking tub I use it every night I am 79 and have always used a tub every night maybe it keeps me fit who knows . I would not do it for someone else who might want one when l sell for sure . I would keep the bigger closet forget the tub abd cahnge the entry into the claset