Our Balmedie ensuite pairs a curved, clear shower enclosure with a pedestal basin and white wall panels. Black shower fittings stand out against the pale surroundings, and the limited number of large fittings lets each washing position read clearly. It is a useful example when you want a small room to feel easy to understand as soon as you walk in.
Begin a similar plan by drawing the fittings you use every day and the wall area they need. Then add a towel position and somewhere for soap before choosing extra furniture. A simple basin can leave more wall available, but it also changes where you can put a toothbrush or a wash bag. Compare the pared-back drawing with one that includes a cupboard. Seeing what each version asks of the surrounding walls makes it easier to choose the one that suits how you use the ensuite.
