Two ensuites... is this weird?
Kristy Place
4 years ago
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Help with Master Bedroom/Ensuite design
Comments (17)I don't think I could cope with an open plan bathroom, I like wet areas to be totally separate, the steam entering the bedroom would be of concern and I would not want to even think about a toilet. We did not even like the idea of having the ensuite opening directly off the bedroom, instead have the dressing room opening off it with the ensuite opening off that. Having the dressing room between the ensuite and bedroom totally minimises noise. I find it far more convenient to walk from the shower directly to the dressing room to dress without even going into the bedroom....See MoreHelp! Fixing weird floorplan
Comments (21)Hi Lyn, there are some good ideas above, however I mainly agree with the suggestions to live there for a while to get a feel for the site and to save some money for the renovation. My biggest piece of advice is to get a good designer involved when you are ready to renovate, as it definitely looks like one was not involved in the previous renovations! I see the main challenge of the new design when you are ready to proceed will be to tweak the orientation of the living /kitchen/dining zone - as the living room looks like it is currently on the south side of the house- to maximise sunlight, garden and pool views, and resolve the planning issues of the bedroom areas. And for when you are ready - and because I can't resist giving design advice - I would aim to relocate 2 bedrooms and your wish for a larger main bathroom - to the south living area. You could create a master suite out of a slightly shorter bed 3 and the current bathroom, with the current main bed reducing in size and becoming a walk-in robe. That way with a small tweak all the north spaces can become living /dining spaces, possibly moving out the middle glazed wall slightly . Double-glazed windows would be important to control noise on the main road side of the house. If you keep the kitchen and existing bathroom roughly in the same place and with 'middle' quality materials, it should be relatively economical to build the new walls and linings and remove the poorly-located ensuite, and you will have much better daylight and all-important connection to the garden and patio. However of course this is all budget dependant, and a good designer will help you manage your overall project budget and match it to your brief. Good Luck!...See MoreEnsuite layout help needed
Comments (192)Hello lovelies - you guys have been busy this afternoon. Thank you sincerely for all your efforts to accommodate us and our limitations. I really am touched by the thoughtfulness and time you have invested in our little project. The rest of the house for some reason is not really bothering me... I guess because I'll be spending a fair bit of time in the master, that's probably the reason why I need it to be 'just right'... I need it designed in such a way that will help, not hinder - whilst also be practical, safe and beautiful. Simple things that will promote independence for me, rather than continue to dictate reliance on others which I bloody hate :( Little things like that will do wonders for my self esteem and self confidence and go a long way for me, being the person I used to be... somewhere along the way, I feel that person has gotten lost in a fog of chronic pain in my chest and my back. Others have it worse. Please don't think I'm playing my own orchestra of violins here lol. But if we can nail this, then the rest of the house will be easy lol! oklouise has got my studio room sorted perfectly. And I'm pretty sure the kitchen/butlers pantry and laundry/mud room are looking very schmick already. So I'm hoping once I have this sorted, I won't be around to bother you guys again - hey, there's a light at the end of the tunnel lol. I love what you are trying to do for us siri... it looks like a glam bathroom which I appreciate.... all the practicalities of a hospital style bathroom, but with some gorgeous glamour... I think that is very cool. This is all so very new to me and it's been a great journey of discovery about what is out there.... the picture you painted, the coloured tiles, timber etc... I could see it and I think it would be perfect. Just so I get it right in my own head to clarify - does this awesome large double walk in shower have those narrow walls on either side for a little privacy, shower curtain or glass sliding doors? I guess that is one thing that has me tripped up at the moment. Pro's and con's for all of it. I need something that will look beautiful and still show light, whilst giving me some 'privacy' .... I don't tend to cry in front of my children but if I want to have a moment to let some things go, it would be nice to have a little sook in the shower without anyone seeing me. Obviously I'm very self conscious also so I do think Philip's original 3D image of those large glass sliders was very appealing to me as I could hide behind those without fear of being even more vulnerable in front of my children. I love the romantic idea of the shower curtain and believe it would bring a lovely softness to the space....cleaning wise, it may be a good option if I can swap it out with another to clean as you suggested Siriuskey... something that will be easy to 'clean/maintain' with all of my issues will be key either way. I do have a cleaner that comes once a fortnight to do all the big jobs that I can't do anymore so I'm conscientious of still having a beautiful space in between those cleans and I do worry that the glass may be quite high maintenance for someone like me who physically can't keep it clean in between the cleaner doing it for me if that all makes sense. So I guess that's why I thought maybe the short walls at either end might work? I did a little research earlier tonight on HOUZZ that mentioned about a treatment applied to glass that helps with soap scum etc???? Anyone familiar with that? If that is the case, then I would pick a lovely tinted/sandblasted glass I think - that will still allow light to fly around. Brixnmorta - many thanks for the security film suggestion!!! I appreciate the link for it - thank you so much. I have saved it for future reference. Thank you oklouise for your beautiful plans. You don't have to continue guys. I have some excellent plans as they stand now to take to the builder so feel free to help others :) You've already done more than enough for me xx PS. Siri - that fireplace! OMG! How nice is that?! We'll use a fireplace or set up an awesome fire pit/fireplace in the alfresco area - and that will be perfect. I also am a lover of candles so can have mini fires all over our bedroom lol xxxx...See MoreTo ensuite or not to ensuite
Comments (3)how many extra bedrooms do you need and what rooms will be downstairs and keep in mind that the stairs uses lots of space on both levels?...is a second story the only option?? .we need to see the original downstairs and a site plan to make any suggestions ?...See Moremacyjean
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