Match storage depth to the belongings it will hold

Different belongings benefit from different kinds of storage. Our Bridge of Don ensuite combines deep recessed shelves above the staircase, enclosed cupboards across the end wall and a mirrored cabinet near the basin.

Rather than compare only the total amount of storage, consider what each position will hold. Shelves may suit folded towels or regularly used supplies, while small products can have a more convenient home nearer the mirror. Draw the bulkiest items on the shelf layout, including any height needed to lift them out. Larger cupboards can take the items that do not need to remain visible. Check access and shelf dimensions against those intended contents. A varied storage plan is useful when each part has a clear purpose within the room.

Three deep shelves recessed into a tiled bathroom wall.
Deep shelves provide a different storage position from basin cupboards.