Small Bathroom Renovation Ideas For Your Bayside Home

Many older homes in Brisbane’s Bayside suburbs and The Redlands were built with small bathrooms but large laundries, particularly in homes from the 1980s. If your home has only one bathroom, a smart renovation idea is to convert the laundry into a combined bathroom/laundry, maximising space and functionality.

In this blog, we’ll explore practical ways to make the most of a small bathroom while keeping it stylish and functional.

1. Convert an Oversized Laundry into a Combined Bathroom/Laundry

🏠 Why? Many Redlands homes built in the 1980s and earlier feature large, underutilised laundries. If your home has only one bathroom, this extra space could be reworked into a modern, efficient combined bathroom/laundry.

Benefits:

Adds a second bathroom without extending your home

Makes use of existing plumbing to reduce costs

Increases property value and functionality

Key Considerations:

-Use stacked washer and dryer units to save space

-Install a compact vanity and wall-mounted storage

-Choose waterproof cabinetry for durability

2. Opt for Space-Saving Fixtures

Wall-hung vanities – Create the illusion of more space by keeping the floor visible.

Corner sinks & toilets – Ideal for tight layouts to free up floor space.

Walk-in showers with glass screens – A frameless shower screen makes the room look bigger.

3. Maximise Storage with Clever Design

Recessed wall niches – Built-in shelving in the shower and above the vanity keeps products tidy.

Mirror cabinets – A mirror with built-in storage helps reduce clutter.

Floating shelves – Great for extra towels and bathroom essentials.

4. Use Light Colours & Reflective Surfaces

White or neutral tiles – Make the space feel brighter and bigger.

Large format tiles – Fewer grout lines create a seamless look.

Glass and mirrors – Reflect light and enhance openness.

5. Upgrade to Space-Efficient Tapware & Fixtures

Wall-mounted taps – Free up space on the vanity.

Shower niches instead of shelves – Keep storage sleek and minimal.

Slimline toilets – Choose a compact, in-wall cistern to save space.

6. Consider a Skylight or Larger Window for Natural Light

If your small bathroom feels dark, adding a skylight or expanding the window can make a huge difference. More natural light makes the space feel bigger and more inviting.

Transform Your Small Bathroom Today !

Thinking about renovating your small bathroom or converting your laundry into a second bathroom? Our team of renovation builders at Bayside Boutique Constructions specialises in bathroom and laundry renovations across The Redlands, Bayside, and Logan.

📞 Call us on 0409 143 916

📧 Email us at baysideboutiqueconstructions@gmail.com

🌐 Visit www.baysideboutiqueconstructions.com.au