Drawer Storage and a Shower by the Window in Portlethen

The shower runs along the window wall, with the towel radiator positioned nearby. Two vanity drawers and an illuminated mirror provide a useful getting-ready area in the marble-effect panelled room.

A dedicated place to shower

The shower has its own defined area, with clear glass preserving the view through the room. Separating this washing space from the basin gives each fitting a clear purpose. The screen helps contain spray while leaving the surrounding finishes visible. A useful bathroom layout considers the places for washing, drying and moving between fittings together.

Everyday items close to the basin

Drawers beneath the basin give toiletries and small personal items a place close to where they are used. Putting supplies away leaves the basin surface available for washing and getting ready. The storage belongs to the washing area itself, so the room does not have to rely on an extra freestanding cabinet for these everyday essentials.

A useful place to get ready

The mirror gives the basin area a clear focus for getting ready. Its illuminated edge adds another layer of light and makes the reflection a distinct feature in the room. Placing the mirror alongside the washing area keeps these everyday functions together, with the neighbouring surfaces available for the small items currently being used.

A dedicated place for towels

The towel radiator gives towels a defined hanging place within the room. Its bars use wall space rather than adding another item to the floor, and towels can be warmed when the radiator is running. Having a proper towel position supports the daily routine after washing and helps keep the basin and bath edges available.

Broad surfaces for ordinary care

Wall panels give the washing area broad surfaces to wipe, with fewer conventional grout joints than small tiles. Keeping a consistent finish around the fittings also makes the room visually coherent. Regular cleaning remains part of looking after the bathroom, with the practical advantage coming from the large surfaces and reduced number of separate tiled joints.

How the layout changed

Original room in Portlethen — Before — original room

Design layout in Portlethen — Design layout

Planning a bathroom refurbishment in Portlethen? Claude’s Tradesmen can help you consider the layout, storage and finishes that would make your own room more useful for everyday life.