BATHROOM FIXTURES | An Architect Explains

A bathroom is defined as a room for personal hygiene, generally containing a bathtub or a shower. In the past, homes usually had separate bathrooms and toilets (WC). But nowadays, most homes have (ensuite) bathrooms which are attached to the bedrooms, and contain the three basic fixtures for personal hygiene – the wash basin, the toilet (WC) and the shower/bathtub. Other fixtures like bidet, dressing cabinet, storage shelves, etc may also be present.

As an Architect, I have realised that many of my clients and even some of the contractors are unaware that the bathroom fixtures and fittings should be installed at certain standard heights and positions. If they are not placed correctly, then they may be uncomfortable for the users.  You can read more about them in these posts:

• Bathroom Fittings/Fixtures Glossary
• Types of Bathroom Fixtures
• Best Brands of Bathroom Fixtures In India

You may also like to read about:

DESIGN OF A BATHROOM: 

In designing a Bathroom, you have to keep in mind some planning considerations, then consider the type of bathroom (powder room, 3-fixture bathroom or family bathroom). All of this has been explained in the links given below.

AN ARCHITECT’S IDEAS FOR A BATHROOM: 

As an Architect, practising in Bangalore, India I have given some tips and ideas for Bathrooms to make them comfortable and not cramped by using every inch wisely.

VASTU GUIDELINES FOR BATHROOMS:

The ancient Indian science, Vastu Shastra  lays down guidelines on the ideal location and design of Bathrooms. In case you want to refer to the Vastu Shastra guidelines for the design of Bathrooms, you can read about it here.

For a concise reference guide for your Bathroom, please refer to the posts on my blog: House Construction in India

• Design of Bathroom | Types
• Design of Bathroom | Planning

For a concise Vastu guide and Vastu evaluation of your Bathroom, refer to the following post. This will help you decide whether you want to make some changes and corrections in your house:

• Vaastu Shastra | Bathroom

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