Small bathrooms, however, cannot offer such generous room to move. Here, a different kind of functionality may be needed, with products that optimise the use of space. Freestanding pedestal basin units are among the most effective solutions.
Freestanding Basins That Save Space in Small Bathrooms
Small bathrooms call for big solutions. Compact, freestanding basin units that make clever use of the available floor space are one of them.
Today’s contemporary basin designs focus on users seeking easier movement through the bathroom, incorporating a variety of storage and display solutions for practical convenience. Vanity cupboards, generous shelves and worktops are among the leading options.
Available in different styles, freestanding basins save considerable space in small bathrooms because their plumbing components are pre-installed within the pedestal. This keeps their design simple and tidy. The absence of a base cupboard also reduces their footprint. Another advantage is easy cleaning and maintenance. With no worktop, these basins leave little opportunity for the clutter that inevitably builds up in busy bathrooms. If the floor beneath the base remains open and accessible, cleaning becomes easier still.
In recent years, basin units designed for small bathrooms with cupboards integrated into their bases have become some of the most popular choices in this category. Excellent examples include the Minimalist and Pikola series from Kale Banyo. Both collections are 50 cm wide, with depths of 25 cm for Pikola and 30 cm for Minimalist. Alongside white, their bright colour options range from green to yellow, making them a leading choice for studio homes in particular.
- Mirrors with style
If you would like to change your bathroom’s focal point and bring interest to your basin, complement it with an eye-catching mirror. In a very modern bathroom, for example, a mirror with a classic frame can add appeal while striking today’s balance between modern and elegant decoration.
- Wall shelves and cupboards
As freestanding pedestal basins do not provide cupboards below or alongside them, storage needs to move onto the walls. Wall-mounted open shelves and enclosed cupboard units can hold toiletries, towels and cleaning products, while also displaying decorative items such as candles, plants and flowers.
- A collage of accessories
Every accessory you choose for the area around a freestanding basin helps give that corner a more decorative character and creates a considered arrangement. Think creatively about towel rails, toothbrush holders and soap dishes. For example, you could hang towels from vintage pegs or keep toothbrushes in wall-mounted buckets.
- Luxury taps
An elegant, luxurious tap is the most important element in complementing a simple, minimal basin and elevating its appearance. By luxurious, we mean premium products, including modern designs, rather than necessarily classic styles. Remember: an eye-catching tap can instantly turn an understated basin into a star.
- Material combinations
By combining patterns, colours and textures around your pedestal basin, you can create an impact that even a much larger bathroom might not achieve. For example, copper basin units in front of marble-effect wall tiles, or matt ceramic or stone basins against concrete-effect tiles, can strike an attractive aesthetic balance.
