7 Gorgeous Cloarkroom Ideas For Minimalists
Below you will find tips and tricks to bring even the smallest of bathrooms from forgotten to fabulous.
31/03/2021
A cloakroom is usually considered to be a small, downstairs bathroom - a common feature in many UK homes. These unassuming rooms can create a unique problem for the minimalist decorator as they often seem too small to create a satisfying space.
However, there is a great deal of potential in your trusty cloakroom for creating a stunning and peaceful minimalist room that won’t have you rushing to redirect guests to the upstairs bathroom out of shame any time soon!
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Here are some tips and tricks to bring even the smallest of bathrooms from forgotten to fabulous:
Opt for Monochrome
Maintaining a consistent colour scheme can draw together any room of the house and give it a professional appearance. And of course, the go-to colour for any minimalist is white. All-white walls and furniture will make the room appear more airy and light, and give your cloakroom a luxurious feel. Seeing as most toilets, baths and sinks come in white, this will be the best colour option if clean uniformity is your goal.
Experiment with Colours
However, if you’re bored of all-white, try experimenting with colours such as blue or pink to brighten up and modernise your cloakroom while still keeping it monochrome. Bathrooms are often the best rooms to play around with cool tones in the walls, so have fun trying out some colours you might not often use. There many options on the market for inspiring cloakroom decor to suit any and all colour schemes.
Incorporate Natural Wood
If the monochrome look just isn’t for you, try breaking up the colour with some elements of natural wood. Wood flooring and other accents of natural wood will give the feeling of a relaxing spa experience - all from the comfort of your own home! Complete the look with matching accessories, such as a wood-framed mirror and wooden toothbrush holder.
Accessorise with House Plants
What better way to decorate while still being true to minimalist philosophy than to rely on our green friends? You probably already have multiple plants in your house or garden that you can take a cutting from to act as a decoration in your cloakroom. Preferably, one that thrives in humid environments, such as ferns and orchids, as the steam from the taps will keep them nice and hydrated. As an added bonus, fragrant plants, such as lavender and eucalyptus, can even act as natural air fresheners for your bathroom.
Storage is Key
The trick to having a neat, minimalistic bathroom is to keep all but the essential amenities hidden from view. This will prevent your surfaces from becoming over-crowded and will keep the overall look clean and spacious. Make sure you have enough cupboard space to fit all the towels, spare soaps and loo roll that your cloakroom needs. If floor space is limited, consider installing overhead cabinets that match with the rest of your decor.
Allow the Light in
A quick fix for making any room seem bigger and more inviting is to let in some natural light. Rather than covering your windows with thick blinds and curtains for privacy, opt for frosted glass to get the best of both worlds. If natural light isn’t an option, invest in some good quality overhead lighting to achieve this effect artificially. A well-lit cloakroom will automatically feel more open and stylish to both you and your guests.
A Focal-Point Mirror
Another great way to visually expand the space of a small room is to use mirrors. Luckily, no bathroom is complete without a good mirror! The bigger the better as it will create the illusion of vast space and reflect all of your stunning minimalist decor back to the rest of the room. Show off your individual style by choosing a gorgeous frame to draw attention to this aspect and tie it in with the rest of the room.