Planning an Ensuite That Works for Your Home

Renovating an ensuite involves more than choosing products you like. The space needs to work for the people who use it and sit comfortably alongside the rest of your home. Early in the process, you will also need to decide whether to design around the existing plumbing or explore changing it to give yourself more layout options.

Start with the space you have

Think about how you use your current ensuite. Is there enough room to move around when two people are getting ready? Do you need more storage near the basin? Can you reach a towel easily from the shower?

Then look at the layout. Keeping the plumbing in its current position may help contain renovation costs, but it can limit where the basin, toilet and shower can go. Moving plumbing may allow for a layout that works better but will require additional work and cost. It is a decision to discuss with your builder and plumber early, before you settle on products or finalise a plan.

Once you know which changes are possible, check where doors and drawers will open, how much room you will have around each fixture and whether the shower makes good use of the space. If the ensuite is compact, deciding what matters most will help you use the available room well.

Choose products that suit the way you live

A well planned ensuite brings together fixtures and fittings that feel good to use as well as look right in the space. At arthaus Bathroom & Kitchen, you can explore products from established brands including Villeroy & Boch, Bette, Argent, Timberline and Avenir, and compare their sizes, finishes and features in person.

You may also want to consider how the ensuite relates to other rooms you are renovating. Carrying a finish or a design detail through the main bathroom and ensuite can create a sense of continuity. In the kitchen and laundry, complementary choices can help the home feel connected while still meeting the different needs of each space.

Villeroy & Boch’s Avia 2.0 collection offers one way to create that connection across the bathrooms, kitchen and laundry. Its classic design extends across tapware, showers and accessories, making it possible to coordinate the details across the entire home.

 

Consider the details that add comfort

An ensuite renovation is also an opportunity to think about features you would enjoy using every day. If you are considering a smart toilet, the Argent Evoke range is worth exploring alongside the practical requirements of installing one in your space.

A heated towel rail can help towels dry between uses and make them more comfortable to reach for after a shower. Avenir offers vertical, horizontal and ladder styles, giving you options for different layouts, including rooms where wall space is limited. As with any electrical fitting, its location is best considered early in the renovation.

Make your selections with confidence

It can be difficult to judge the scale, finish or feel of a product from a photograph. At the arthaus showroom in Fortitude Valley, you can see options together and talk through what will suit your space. Our specialist team can help you compare products, understand their installation requirements and identify practical details that are easy to miss at the planning stage.

Bring your floor plan, measurements and any finishes you have already chosen. We can help you narrow the options and make informed selections for your ensuite renovation.