En Suites are hugely popular additions to homes and one of the most popular projects people ask for. Adding an ensuite to a principle bedroom gives adults a child free bathroom, or adding it to a secondary bedroom offers teens or guests that valuable privacy. Wherever you put it, a second bathroom relieves pressure on the main family bathroom.
The good news is that ensuites can also add value- up to 5%- meaning you’re unlikely to be out of pocket. They can also be squeezed into a relatively small area- often as little as 2 sq m.
Its important to consider drainage arrangement, ventilation and windows, to ensure you get a cost effective and practical layout. If the new en suite can share the existing drainage this will make the project considerably easier. A window isn’t essential- but its a nice to have. Space saving fixtures and fittings are invaluable in helping in tight spaces-toilets which are less then 650mm are deemed ‘short projection’ and where every cm matters- these can really help. Cloakroom sinks are also more compact and can save valuable
If you’re wondering how you can make your en suite dreams into a reality, get in touch- we offer free initial consultations!
Alexandra Cork - Architectural Technician, Extensions and Planning Permission on Bristol, Bath and beyond 