Which Vanity Is Right for Your Bathroom?
Here are nine vanities that are not only easy on the eye but pack a punch when it comes to functionality too
Bathrooms are such small spaces, but there is so much you can do to bring in style as well as storage in this area. Here are some ideas and options for vanities that can work the look or the functionality, as per your requirement.
Open vanity
As the name suggests, open vanities have no drawers or cabinets but are usually just plain shelves. This is a good way to go if you don’t have too much to store away. Use the shelves for your essentials like towels, and other essential bath accessories. I think jute baskets are very under-utilised in our Indian bathrooms. Use them to store smaller accessories like hair brushes, combs and smaller items.
Tip: P-trap or the plumbing lines are visible in most open vanities. So why not make the most of it by bringing in high style to a forgotten space – accentuate this area and use brass or copper plumbing lines instead of the normal steel ones.
As the name suggests, open vanities have no drawers or cabinets but are usually just plain shelves. This is a good way to go if you don’t have too much to store away. Use the shelves for your essentials like towels, and other essential bath accessories. I think jute baskets are very under-utilised in our Indian bathrooms. Use them to store smaller accessories like hair brushes, combs and smaller items.
Tip: P-trap or the plumbing lines are visible in most open vanities. So why not make the most of it by bringing in high style to a forgotten space – accentuate this area and use brass or copper plumbing lines instead of the normal steel ones.
Stones, especially granite and marble are popular choices for open style vanities. Perched on the plinth, this granite vanity merges the open and floating concepts together. It gives you ample room for storage, is low-maintenance and modish too.
Compact style
A compact vanity that fits into a single sink is a pragmatic solution for smaller bathrooms. With multiple compartments and drawers, it maximises storage space and reduces clutter. The vanity rests on the floor giving you additional bottom space too. The white sink is contrasted with black pull-out drawers. The entire look is further streamlined with the steel faucet.
A compact vanity that fits into a single sink is a pragmatic solution for smaller bathrooms. With multiple compartments and drawers, it maximises storage space and reduces clutter. The vanity rests on the floor giving you additional bottom space too. The white sink is contrasted with black pull-out drawers. The entire look is further streamlined with the steel faucet.
Vanity with cabinet towers
Cabinet towers take the classic vanity storage to a whole new level with ample space built-in for anything and everything. In the above image, two symmetrical towers for extra storage are placed on either sides of the marble backsplash. You could even bring in open and closed shelves. Place potpourri and aroma therapy candles in the open shelves and stack away the toiletries in the closed cabinets.
Cabinet towers take the classic vanity storage to a whole new level with ample space built-in for anything and everything. In the above image, two symmetrical towers for extra storage are placed on either sides of the marble backsplash. You could even bring in open and closed shelves. Place potpourri and aroma therapy candles in the open shelves and stack away the toiletries in the closed cabinets.
Pedestal vanity
Not being able to get up-close with the mirror to shave or to check for new lines of your face? Then free standing vanities are just right for you! They feature a little extra recess below the vanity cabinet so that you can tuck your toes in and get real close to the mirror. The classic brown free-standing vanity features a lacquered look and comes with the dual advantage of multiple storage.
Not being able to get up-close with the mirror to shave or to check for new lines of your face? Then free standing vanities are just right for you! They feature a little extra recess below the vanity cabinet so that you can tuck your toes in and get real close to the mirror. The classic brown free-standing vanity features a lacquered look and comes with the dual advantage of multiple storage.
His and hers
Sigh, a dream for most married folk! And probably one desired by women more than men I suspect. Investing in these is definitely worth the trouble if you don’t want to deal with the mess that ensues every morning on your partner’s side. And with the free-standing dual vanities, you also get twice the storage.
In the image, the design uses classic lacquered, free-standing vanities with two mirrors … a great way to share space without squabbling over who needs to get ready first!
Sigh, a dream for most married folk! And probably one desired by women more than men I suspect. Investing in these is definitely worth the trouble if you don’t want to deal with the mess that ensues every morning on your partner’s side. And with the free-standing dual vanities, you also get twice the storage.
In the image, the design uses classic lacquered, free-standing vanities with two mirrors … a great way to share space without squabbling over who needs to get ready first!
Powder-room vanity
If are short on space, you can double up the vanity space as a dresser. The quaint, white vanity makes use of clean-lined sink to give you enough space for a dresser. The tool fits right under the countertop. The full mirror brings this area together as one unit. And the crystal pendant adds a touch of glamour to the all-white scheme.
If are short on space, you can double up the vanity space as a dresser. The quaint, white vanity makes use of clean-lined sink to give you enough space for a dresser. The tool fits right under the countertop. The full mirror brings this area together as one unit. And the crystal pendant adds a touch of glamour to the all-white scheme.
For the kids
When it comes to children, there’s never enough room. And that’s why you shouldn’t let that precious space underneath the sink go wasted. The wall-to-wall vanity has multiple storage to fit in all your children’s essentials. And then some. The colourful hues pep-up the entire area and add a vibrant feel.
When it comes to children, there’s never enough room. And that’s why you shouldn’t let that precious space underneath the sink go wasted. The wall-to-wall vanity has multiple storage to fit in all your children’s essentials. And then some. The colourful hues pep-up the entire area and add a vibrant feel.
Sink bowl and co
Bring together a textured or an etched sink bowl with a dark-wood pedestal vanity like the one in the image for an unfinished, vintage touch. The wide cabinet is contrasted with a state-of-the-art oval mirror and copper bowl to make the vanity your bathroom centrepiece. And you will love all that extra storage space!
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Bring together a textured or an etched sink bowl with a dark-wood pedestal vanity like the one in the image for an unfinished, vintage touch. The wide cabinet is contrasted with a state-of-the-art oval mirror and copper bowl to make the vanity your bathroom centrepiece. And you will love all that extra storage space!
More:
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Tell us:
Which vanity style do you think works the best for your bathroom? Write in Comments.
Indicative of the name, a floating vanity is wall-mounted with no stands or base support. It tends to create the illusion of a bigger bathroom with more open space as the floating designs give you a little extra room underneath. Hey, it’s a great place to stash your bathroom slippers or a jute baskets with fresh towels.
In these contemporary bathrooms by Studiovistara and Moriq Interiors respectively, the flat panelled pull-out drawers bring in more storage. The plumbing lines are cleverly hidden behind the units.