Bathrooms play an essential part in children’s lives and should be designed accordingly. From non-slip flooring to fluted custom cabinets, a successful design for families with young children requires careful thought.
By including child-safe fixtures and optimizing accessibility with adjustable features, it is possible to create an elegant space that grows with children.
Safety First
At the forefront of any kid-friendly bathroom design is safety. This means implementing measures such as childproof locks on cabinetry to keep cleaning products out of reach, anti-scald devices on faucets and shower heads, non-slip flooring, rounding off furniture edges to avoid sharp corners that could hurt children, child-safe storage options that enable children to categorize and organize their items themselves with labels on bins and baskets, encouraging independence while simultaneously developing self-care routines.
Choose durable materials for walls and flooring to make clean-up easier, such as quartz or solid-surface countertops that can withstand bumps or scratches, and matte wall tile finishes that create traction for easier wiping down. Branded themes may become outdated over time; opt for colorful color schemes or fun patterns that can easily change with their interests over time.
Child-Friendly Fixtures
Bathrooms can be an extremely busy place for kids, so it is crucial that when designing one for children or the whole family it takes into account who will use the room the most. When designing either an exclusive children’s bath or larger family bathroom space, consider how your children will interact with fixtures, as well as selecting surfaces with easy care instructions and durable materials that stand up well under everyday use.
Consider carefully the type of faucet you choose if you have young children, particularly traditional sink taps that might be hard for small hands to reach versus pull-out spray nozzles that offer more convenience for use by young hands.
Rounded furniture and tile edges are essential, since children tend to bump into things haphazardly. Selecting round fixtures and accessories will reduce injury risks while still adding flair and personality to your bathroom design. Add details that children will remember like animal hooks or colorful shower curtains; it will add character while helping form good habits!
Adjustable Features
At home, kids use their bathroom for all aspects of daily life – from brushing their teeth in the morning to relaxing baths at bedtime. Therefore, making it fun and inviting must also be safe, functional, and practical – adding adjustable features can ensure it will continue to be child friendly throughout their growing years and beyond.
Toilet seat reducers provide little ones with security while giving parents flexibility of raising it as their child gets taller. Shower-heads with adjustable height are another great way to allow children access and bathe themselves comfortably, while double sinks will reduce morning congestion by providing families with more room to get ready simultaneously.
Decorating their bathroom in their favorite color or theme can give them an added sense of empowerment and confidence, such as by hanging artwork or handmade crafts on the walls or creating hooks/pegs for them to hang towels/robes/accessories on.
Fun Design
Family bathrooms require ample stow-away space for towels, washcloths and toys. In addition to cabinets and vanities, consider looking into other smart solutions like built-in shelves or even an attractive toy box as possible ways of providing this storage.
Water can be harsh on surfaces, so opt for durable finishes that are easy to keep clean–such as tile or wainscoting. A semi-gloss paint may also be an appropriate choice as it won’t stain as easily compared with flat or eggshell finishes.
Hanging hooks for each child’s individual towel is an affordable way to keep all their belongings organized and off of the floor, and might also include hanging colorful artwork or souvenirs from nearby Westfield outings to add personal touches and create an engaging environment in a shared bath for children while encouraging personal hygiene practices and getting ready for school or bed. These additions add color while providing them with the chance to engage in self-grooming routines they will find enjoyable and encourage good hygiene habits in general.
