I truly like both options, but there are certain things I like about Option B the best. With either option, I’d consider a few tweaks or different options that you didn’t mention in this post.

With Option A. I do like a wet bath as long as it’s plenty spacious and the tub has it’s own space. With your Option A, I’d consider swapping the shower heads and plumbing to the inside wall and pivoting the tub 90 degrees and placing it on the outside wall. So when you walk through the arch the tub would be on the left and the shower on the right. You could also add a window on that new tub wall. To me it seems like the shower/tub space would be less broken up and less interrupted.

With Option B, I, like many others, love having the W/C tucked in a corner far away from the bathroom entrance. I also like the addition of the window in the W/C. What does seem a little odd is having the door right next to, and swinging towards, the tub. As I’ve never been in your space it might be just fine, but from the drawings it’s feels like an annoyance to me. However, if it was a hidden door, like a paneled wall, it’d be a lot prettier and less of an interruption! I also like having the vanities side by side, but that’s just a personal preference. Something to consider is the morning light and whether having a window across from the vanities, instead of beside, would cause lighting issues (glares, back light, etc.) when using the vanity mirrors ?

Whatever you decide, I’m sure it will be the right fit for you guy.! I’m just excited to watch the process! :)

From experience I would go with option B. Primarily for practicality. We just recently sold a house with a massive shower and tub combo like in option A and it was a cleaning nightmare. It is hard to keep the grout behind the tub area clean and also the larger the tile area the more difficult the cleaning. If you do option a make sure to leave room between the tub and the wall so you can clean the wall and floor behind. One word of advise if you do a large tile shower is to keep the grout on the ground dark as lighter grout is so hard to upkeep. Otherwise both options are beautiful and I am sure will be with all your amazing ideas.

I love all the visual symmetry you would get with option A!

I love Option B. The toilet far away from the bathroom entrance is a plus, but for a more practical purpose… I don’t love the idea of a wet room. I would have to wipe down the tub in Option A every time I showered, which would drive me bonkers!

This is a tough one! I think option A would be beautiful with the archway being the focal point as soon as you walk in. But functionally I think option B makes more sense. Personally, I would never be able to relax in a bathtub enclosed by a glass door (assuming you will need some physical barrier to enclose the shower space). Also need my candles and wine glass by the bathtub. ;) But I’m sure either way you guys go, you will make the space look beautiful. Looking forward to see this space transformed. :)

I love option A! Could you swap which side the water closet and linen storage are so you could get a window in the WC?

I do not like the toilet to share a wall with any bedroom. I get up several times a night to use the restroom and if I flush it usually wakes up the person that is sleeping on the other side of the wall. I love both option but would lean towards B solely based on the location of the toilet.

I love Option A so much! However, I do feel compelled to share that I’ve heard mirrors facing each other can open spiritual portals! Considering what you guys have been through – it might be worth looking into some theories! Love everything you guys do! My number one interior inspiration!

How does one keep the area around and behind the tub (in Option A) clean and mold/mildew free? It’s not like the tub could be pulled out to clean back there. And would you need to use bleach and other noxious chemicals on all the tile in there regularly? Although it’s certainly a stunning design, it looks like it could be a health hazard….

Also, if you moved the WC to where the linen closet is (in both Options A & B), you could still put a window in the WC as it would be on an outside wall. Both light and fresh air would be such an amazing improvement for it!

Option B seems to meet a lot of the preferences you’ve mentioned are important to you – relocating the water closet, separate vanities, a large shower. A beautiful arch window within a floor to ceiling glass steam shower with large stone slabs would be a beautiful focal point. You may want a second tub for the girls, but if you choose to opt out of a tub that you won’t use very often, consider a luxurious chaise lounger next to a wall of windows. Whatever you choose will be beautiful. Can’t wait to see mockups!

Option B because I don’t like “wet rooms”. They’re no fun to take a shower in because they always seem cold and a bit windy. It’s not good to be in a glassed in area while taking a bath either. It kind of seems disconnected from the rest of the bathroom, especially if you like company while in the tub. For example, my kids like to take a bath in the master and I’d hate to sit in a “wet room” hanging out with them.

I have a question about the plan drawings 2 and 3 up top. In the water closets are those a small pedestal sinks or bidets? I know this is weird but the toilet you currently have with the built in bidet seat, is that going in the new bathroom? I always think they look “medical”, like something you’d see in a hospital. They’re plastic and, i don’t know, really not as nice looking as just doing a separate bidet. I’d know when you’re finished with your bathroom it will look super pretty and elegant and I’d like to see the toilet not overlooked and be that odd thing that just doesn’t seem to belong.

Both look great, but I prefer option A ALL THE WAY. It looks like the door to the water closet in option B would be a pinch-point, and overall I think the layout in option A makes more sense. Excited to see how it all turns out!

I like option B with a few changes. I would like to have the drama of the bathroom door lining up with the arch in the shower. Would it be possible to shift the bedroom door to make this happen? Also, the space between the tub and the water closet seems a bit tight. Two options for this would be to change the swinging out door to the water closet to a small double door swinging in. I made this change in our current house and it functions and looks great. Another option to create more space in this area is to move the tub down centered across from the vanities and go with a smaller linen area – make the linen storage a beautiful armoire.

Two great choices. I love the symmetry of option A, and the natural light for option B. I have a tub in the shower and actually love it – it makes the shower feel so much larger and my 3 year old splashes in the bathtub and it’s no mess.
Option B looks like you might trip over the tub every time you use the bathroom. I’m sure it’s large enough to not feel that way though.
Thought I was going to say option B when I started typing due to the natural light but now I think A will feel more spacious.
You can’t go wrong.

B! Although a shower without a door is cold! Our last house had a huge walk in shower, which I loved, but the hot air would escape and I always wished there was a door.

B

All in for option A. Can you share the overall size of the room you are remodeling? Thanks.

I don’t like B because it seems too hard to get to the toilet! Not practical especially if you are going to continue to live in this house as an older adult (I’m a nurse so I think about these things). Plus I love the tub and shower wet room and would love to see how y’all would bring that to life! That’s what I want to do in our master bathroom, but the finances for that project are at LEAST five years away so I could live vicariously through y’all in the meantime, haha!

Question: What program did you use to make the sketches?

I vote for A, as long as you have a shower door. Also, it looks like you have benches in the shower. Highly recommend those too. Symmetry is my love language.

In love with A! Having totally separate vanities and adding windows sounds like perfection. Plus not moving water closet saves on plumbing.

Hi Julia! Here’s my vote…

Option B, because I am always a fan of open space and also more light. The chandelier over the tub also sounds like such a dream as well. Out of curiosity, why the his/hers vanities in option B if they are all on the same wall? And what will be going between the his/her vanities in option B–trashcan or something maybe? There are so many comments here so not sure you will see this, but hope you do!

OPTION A!!!

I’d got with #5!!! It gives you the largest shower and a big, bright, open bathroom.
But since you asked for a preference between A & B, I’d definitely go with B. The wet room concept feels so trendy, cold, and sterile. B gives you more light and space.

LOVE both options much better than the original! If you do option B, please please connect the vanities with one GINORMUS piece of counter and add extra cabinets or use it as a place for a stool to create a make-up vanity area, and then you can hang three beautiful mirrors!

A, I love how grande it is and I feel like the large arch would tie into your living room window

I like option B. Like others, I also would worry that it would be tough to keep the wet room feeling clean. But I’m sure whatever you do will look amazing and I’m excited to see it!

Can anyone with an open shower weigh in on how comfortable it is? I love the look, and hate cleaning glass enclosures, but I’m also a person who is always cold!

I like the second option better! Feels more open.

I love the idea of shower and bath in same area. It looks good together seems to be the smart solution. But then I think how will that feel when showering ? Will you get the tub all wet and feel the need to wipe it down too frequently? But that’s just me. We did a steam shower last year totally enclosed glass. It’s great post workout, especially if outside in the winter, great for when you are sick to help clear your head and chest. Not to throw another idea in there but I do love mine and will always have one now!

Option B. I love the tub under the window. While the wet area is nice looking, it would feel cold and institutional for a relaxing bath.

Love option B.

Option B!

Option B, but switch toilet and linen closet, so the toilet doesn’t open near the bathtub+it’s closer to the bedroom for night use.

Option B ????

B. I think a open shower is so lovely. I also think the vanities on one wall will look cleaner. I know whichever you choice will be beautiful though. Excited to come along for the ride!

All the options look great!

I think B is more practical. I agree the bathroom door behind the bath feels odd but what if you which the W/C and the shower?

Can’t wait to see what you two decide!

I like option B better. The tub shower together looks cool but functionally I think you would tire of it very quickly! Especially trying to keep it clean of shower scum @ the tub!
But I do like the sinks opposite each other so much better.
I personally don’t need a separate toilet room too many important conversations happen while one of us is sitting (LOL) but a window next to it is lovely!! And one can keep a door open… Maybe a smitch wider? More the dimensions of the toilet room in option A? Elbow room is nice. And definitely arched!!
But it feels a little linear / galley ish in a way you might not like. Maybe a tile “rug” pattern to square the space visually! Or one sink on the wall facing the entry? And a chair where it was?
What I like about option 5 is the tub area is made smaller so it might not be so cold when taking a bath. I look at those big rooms and wonder how all the heat does’t just evaporate! How do you stay warm? Tub has to be porcelain to retain the heat and absolutely a soaker! That great big shower for two works too, but the toilet needs a window, so by the entry on the left? And the sinks are opposite there. And you can still vault over the tub into the shower.
Chandelier over the tub anyone!!
I think the door to the bathroom needs to move over to the right so the toilet room has a window / vent & door then it’s less galley like too.
Maybe a stylish pocket door to the bathroom? Linen as you enter on the right, drawers & open shelves above?
Heated floors I would hope!

Hi! I can’t wait to see what you decide & how you design it!! The window in the water closet in Option B is an OUTSTANDING feature. The WC can get so stuffy & funky (even with regular deep cleanings!) & that source of fresh air would be a HUGE bonus. ❤

Option A would be more practical going from bath to rinse-off shower + aesthetically much more interesting. I also am not convinced by option B toilet placement…

O P T I O N B

B! B! B!

Option A all the way!!! I love wet rooms! Also, it feels like getting to the toilet in B would be awkward walking around the tub (and so much farther away for those middle of the night potty trips). Option A feels like it would really open up the space.

I think number 4 would be amazing both functionally and aesthetically with minor adjustments. Could you keep the WC and storage shelves where they are and move the sinks next to each other under the two windows? Then your WC is easy access right when you walk in, you see a beautiful tub first thing, you have an amazing shower, double sinks with natural light and storage shelves. WIN WIN WIN!

Did you try a 9th layout? Setup like a galley… looking from the bedroom… left side: double vanity and then WC at the end (door opening toward the aisle/tub)… right side: double shower and then tub at the end.

Not sure if this would fit, but in theory would put the WC and the tub at the private end of the bathroom without creating the inefficiencies and pinch points created by putting fixtures across the far wall.

B

Tub getting wet everyday sounds annoying to clean

I like option 2 best. I work for a homebuilder and we have had issues (leaking) with the wet room concept. Talking with a superintendent once he said water finds cracks and there is no way to ensure the tub plumbing won’t leak. Option one is beautiful! But makes me nervous for that reason.

Option B! Not having all that glass for shower doors that NEVER stays clean makes me jealous. An arch doorway is going to look perfect, and with all your heated flooring, it should stay warm and cozy. We have a window in our WC and it’s great for middle of the night trips, you don’t have to turn on the light (as long as your window has some light shining through!). Also, I like the two vanities next to each other (or one big), just “feels” right and symmetrical :). Also you can get that big window above the tub. Good luck on the reno, can’t wait to see the finished closet!

A hybrid of the two options WC location from A, bath location from B, shower full length across right hand end, double vanity on bottom wall. Or as above but move the main door down and flip the WC and linen as the depths into the room would align better with the adjacent bath and vanity and gets a window for WC.

Either way, it will be perfect!
I would go with option B, but I have a feeling you’re leaning toward option A!?

I like B. It has good flow and I like the idea of a window in the WC. The large, walk-in shower is lovely too. I personally would do one vanity with double sinks, but separate vanities works too. Someone mentioned mirroring 2 linen closets across from each other and I like that idea. Kind of would create a “vestibule” and some separation from the bedroom.

We just put a wet room in our master bath and I love it. I vote for that.

My bet is your leaning option A

Option A, ❤️

I am drawn to the symmetry of option A. The tub/shower combination sounds luxurious, but reading through the comments I could see how this may be a pain to keep clean. Also, I loved the idea of the windows flanking the vanity. Ultimately, the comments convinced me that option B might be more functional, especially due to the situation with the toilette… And adding all that natural light will give the room great impact and spaciousness so I am sure it will be beautiful in Option B. Whenever, I have picked the opposite choice from CLJ, you always prove to me why the option you selected works so much better and I am like… Dang, Julia’s done it again. <3

Option A makes more sense: The watercloset in back. (I am not a Big tub person and would leave it out but a wetroom is very on trend. ) the room appears more balanced from a design aesthetic having the weight distributed all around. When looking at all 8 layouts, my eye went to #3.

Option B I have an issue with the vanities not being centered with the tub. I would put the water closet in the backcorner, next to the vanty, slide the vanities down, center the shower on its wall, and the tub across from the vanities. Bathrooms need to be symetrical for some reason….is that is disorder I have? Did I take that class at design school “OCD and the bathroom“ ????

Thats just my opinion, whatever y’all do will be beautiful!

Option B… classic and classy and easier to maintain.

I think the ‘wet room’ idea is very cool to look at, but who wants a whole room (floors, walls, windows, glass, tub and shower) that needs to be scrubbed constantly. Seems very high maintenance.

I love both for differing design aesthetics BUT I like B the best for both the toilet proximity (it’s always nice to have it further away from everything;)), and for the practical considerations of cleaning the combined wet room.
I also think the separate tub gives it a more special/relaxing moment feel BUT can appreciate a good rinse in the shower post relaxing tub so it’s a toss up! Make sure to install a retractable wand/head for the tub if you do them separate because it makes cleaning so much easier. Can you tell I own a cleaning company?!!????

Keep the potty close to the bedroom! You’ll be glad you did in the middle of the night when you gotta go! ???? The part of option 1 that I don’t like is the tub/shower combo. I would think it would be difficult to get behind the tub to clean all the water and inevitably mold/mildew. But maybe not…I’ve never had a shower/tub room so I don’t know.

I’m going with B!
What a tough decision- both are interesting and unique! I’d love to see the shower and bathtub room together, but the idea of a shower room without the need for a door sounds beautiful!

I like them both but would want some kind of a shower door for warmth.

Option B!! While I love option A too option B just seems more open and the flow works better. I also love moving the water closet and it will have a window! Now the doorway will be more open too. Love! Love!

Sadly, my preference would be for option 5. I love how option 5 provides a focal point for the bathtub, and also gives room for a really luxurious shower. Plus it has the added bonus of re-orienting the water closet so it widens your entry into the space.

It’s going to be gorgeous no matter what! I’m sold on option B because you said it maximizes natural light and it will feel more open walking in. I’m also in the camp of a smaller shower space so the steam can fill and warm the space faster.

Definitely the first one with the wet room. It is fresh and avoids that galley look. Keep a glass enclosure so you can install a steam shower! The second one is very similar to what you have now, with the exception of the water closet placement. Still a long galley. Keep the water closet where it is; closer to the bedroom door for the midnight visits, cheaper because you avoid that extra plumbing to move it. And you can hang a beautiful chandelier in the vanity portion of the room, which you can see from the bath. Safer too! The second one will feel much larger and will provide that wow statement every time you enter!

Definitely B! I like that you enter into the big, open, beautiful part of the room, instead of into a hallway with the water closet. To me the extra steps would totally be worth it to have the toilet more private and hidden away, with a window and a real door. Plus those would be extra steps through your beautiful new bathroom so you’d get to enjoy it more! B feels much more open to me and I like all the natural light. While wet rooms look good in photos, and are fun in a hotel or air bnb, for every day I prefer the function/cleanability of a separate tub and shower.

I prefer A. It looks like it would be weird going around the tub to go in the watercloset. And you’re going to be going to the water closet more frequently than the bath I would assume, so it makes more sense to me to have it closer to the door. Whatever you do will be amazing either way!

Oh please don’t do the water room. The thought of water and soap and hair and whatever getting all over the tub is just horrifying. Plus everything being damp all the time. I can’t see how it’s anything other than an uncomfortable mess.

Option B! Separate tub with chandelier! We remodeled a bathroom a few years ago (and two houses ago – sigh) and did a beautiful bubbler tub, under a window, with a chandelier. Still had a good sized walk in shower with dual shower heads and we loved it!

I would say option B. The inspo pictures were amazing.

Both are practical and either would make you happy, but Option B just calls out to me. It’s balanced and calm and flows. But that’s just me.
You do you.

100% B
I am not a fan of the shared tub/shower space on option A at all. Cleaning/water splash would be a nightmare.

Moving the the toilet is a complicated and costly thing to do

Something to consider with a doorless shower is they can be cold. I love the idea of a towel warmer, but you still want the shower to be comfortable too. I would also recommend putting the water controls right by the opening to the shower rather than below the shower head so you can let the water warm up before you step in. Nothing worse than trying to stand out of the way of the water while it heats up.

I personally wouldn’t choose option A or B. I like option 6 in your 8 runners up but I’d probably take down the wall between the two vanities and just have a wall of vanities and integrate linen storage somewhere in there. As others have mentioned, a vanity on the side with the windows will give you better lighting for makeup application. In that option, I’d also make the entrance to the shower an arch, and possibly an arched window mimicking the shape of the shower entrance. hahaha omg , as I’m writing this, I just realized that I basically did that design for my bathroom! The major difference is that we enter our bathroom from the long side to the left of where the tub would be in your design. To your left is our linen cabinet and in the back left corner is the water closet. The door faces a long 10-12′ vanity. Our shower looks out over a state preserve and we wanted a huge picture window to enjoy the view of the nature. The entrance to the shower frames the picture window. So, I guess that’s why I like option 6 over all the others, because it is very similar to how I designed my bathroom! We haven’t completed it yet, ours was also put on hold for COVID!

I like option B best! I’ve never had or been in a “wet” room but I always thought it would be difficult to keep the tub free of water spray when taking a shower. However it’s not my bathroom, and I think the design of BOTH is going to be stunning. I loved your last bath, and I will love this one too.

I personally like layout #8 the best. The only thing I would change about it – is making the vanity go all the way across that wall. You could try one of those huge windows with the mirrors hung in front of the window? New trend that kind of looks amazing if done right and would maximize natural lighting in the bathroom. #8 just feels the most functional to me.

Option A

Both designs are great but I would definitely go with option two. I know it will be more expensive to move the plumbing and add new windows but the added light in that long narrow bathroom will be more than worth it. Plus you will get to shop for a gorgeous chandelier for over the tub!

Wow I love both! I think there are pros and cons to each and it totally depends on what functions best for you and your family! Although I LOVE a wet room, I lean towards option B here personally, as I think it feels more open. I also liked the point someone else raised about the possibility for the toilet being closer to the entrance where the linen closet is, to allow easier access when you just have to use the toilet. Either way, I’m excited, and it’s going to look great!

Oh, also curious if you mentioned why you want a tub now? I’m not a bath person either and I believe you mentioned before in your last house about that, so just curious if that changed.

I prefer option a for the symmetry – the fact that the tub and sinks are offset in option b would drive me crazy, as would the tight entry into the water closet. That said, is it possible to move the tub towards the linen closet in option b? So that it is centered on the sinks? It would shrink the linen closet (or you could just have shelves? Or make the sinks slightly smaller and put cabinetry on either side?) but would give the water closet door much more room and open up the entire floor plan. If that were possible, I’d be team b all the way!

I love The symmetry and grandness of option A but I always worry about having two mirrors facing each other. You will get a tunnel of endless mirrors. Is there a way to center the vanity across from the tub in option B?

I love option A so much! Makes the room feel less narrow and long. Whatever you decide to do will be gorgeous I’m sure!

Option B seems to introduce more light into the whole room, so that would be my choice. Also, as somebody above me pointed out, the bath would always be wet from the shower with the other plan. Unless you were willing to wipe it down every day, it would cause water spots on all of the fixtures.

Both are gorgeous. Love the idea of a wet room but with a freestanding tub – how do you keep the edges/floor clean in there!!?! Maybe I’m just a terrible housekeeper but it feels like it would get gross with all the water and humidity…

Option A! I love a wet room. So functional & easy to take a bath, then hop out to rinse off.

I vote option B! I am a sucker for natural light and the more windows in a humid environment like a bathroom, the better! The shower/tub combo is a bit weird to me. I actually like that the toilet is at the back and further into the space; feels more private to conduct your private business. Ha! Whatever option you pick, its going to be fabulous!

I love your inspiration images! The wet room does look BEAUTIFUL and I know a lot of people have complained about cleaning it but that also assumes that you guys are the ones cleaning it…and it’s totally possible that’s not the case! So that probably isn’t a big deal. I’m trying to get a sense of how this room plays into the exterior of your house. Is the window in the existing closet the bigger one on the far right of the front of your house? That seems to be an important thing that you guys are considering.

The two “deciding factors” I’m thinking about is 1) whether you are going to use the tub or the shower more often and 2) how much of your property you want to see when you’re in the room. If you take a lot of baths, that wet room seems great for that. If you’re mostly a shower person, option B seems to favor a more luxurious shower experience. The other thing I like about Option B is that it seems like you would have a pretty private view to your property, one of the main reasons you bought the house. I think it would be dreamy to wake up and get ready in a room with a nice big window overlooking the yard. What a wonderful way to start your day!

Option B for sure! I think it’s nice to have the tub and shower separate.

I lean toward option B for many of the reasons others have mentioned (drafty shower – I like a cocoon of steam, too much to clean, less than ideal to have to walk through a wet shower for a zen bath experience). The WC location does seem a little tricky – but the added window is a huge bonus. And if I was in there taking a bath, no peeing would be allowed anyway!
Honestly, the thing I absolutely adore about you is that whenever I doubt one of your decisions, I always end up loving the final result. So in the end, trust your gut! And I cannot wait to see the end result!

I love A! The only thing that I don’t love about B would be the water closet door opening up right next to the tub. I’m
not sure if it would feel cramped. So excited for you! I know whatever you do, it will be gorgeous!

Honestly, I don’t even care what you do. Whatever you choose will probably just become my favorite anyway, ha!

Option A all the way!! Such a statement to open the door and immediately see the wet room directly in front of you. It’s like opening the door into a spa!

I love option A but think B is a better plan with the water closet (toilet) moved to be next to shower….nice to not have it right when you walk in from your bedroom.

Love love love option B!!!

Team B! Agree with giving both tub & shower their own spotlights so to speak. Also feel like it would kinda ruin the spa bath vibe with candle if someone jumps in to take a shower but if maybe you guys don’t mind that xD also love the large window above tub in option B! can’t beat that!!

A- I love the symmetry!

B! My SIL had option A in a previous home and HATED how many water spots got on her tub every time she took a shower. She felt like she had to wipe the tub down daily.

I had a tub as the star of our master bath. After a few shivery winter baths, I realized there was nothing to stop drafts, I quit using it completely. You don’t feel drafts until you’re wet. My vote is for A — the tub is enclosed in a smaller area and is likely to be non-drafty. Plus it’s visually stunning, and keeps all the water in one area for easy cleaning. Ease of cleaning is always a Good Thing.

We are building a house right now with a wet room, so I’m A all the way! Everything you do is beautiful, I just selfishly want you to pick what we picked. :)

Impossible to decide, can’t wait to see what you do! I love the unique look of the bath/shower room and having a vanity with upper cabinets is sooo nice! Way easier than bending down to find things and keeps your counter clear. But, I love the natural light of the second option and having the window in the toilet room. Either way I’m sure it will be amazing.

I prefer option B only because I’m not a fan of the open shower. We had a walk-in shower in our last house and although I loved the look of it and the idea of it, I was always cold taking a shower, even when the water was scalding hot. After awhile, I ended up walking to the other bathroom with a tub, shower curtain and a smaller bathroom overall because it was so much more relaxing taking a shower. Unless you have a door for the whole enclosure (which would kind of be a bummer design-wise), I would opt for Option B.

Honestly don’t think you can go wrong! A is different, unique and unexpected. B is expected. Stand alone tub, sinks, water closet.

Such a difficult decision!! I don’t think I would do a wet room for myself, but you execute everything so perfectly I am super curious how you would design the space! But my vote is for option B, mostly for the fact that you will get more natural light in every space which is such a bonus in a bathroom. Either way it will look beautiful!

Option B (or #5 above, ours is set up like this and I love it! ????)
I feel like option A is trendy and I also think it would be a pain in the rear to clean! You will get shampoo etc in the tub while you shower and that is just a whole lot of surface area to clean up or wipe down. And you have to get behind the faucet too ????????.

I love option A because I think that having a toilet with the door right by the tub could decrease some of the potential ambience that comes with taking a bath. also having the bathtub in the same place as the showers with a door allows for the steam to stay in that area and one of my big problems with baths is that it just gets too cold. and then you can have the bathtub overflow without a worry

Option B. I just wouldn’t want to wipe down or around the tub every time I take a shower.
It’s also weird to have back to back vanities it creates a mirror within a mirror effect. You do adapt to it though.

Definitely B. Open, crisp, seems less heavy.

Option B would be my choice. I recently built and before we went with the wide open shower/tub space…we showered in our existing shower without closing the door for several mornings. Let me tell ya…I hated it. Never felt warm and cozy. Quickly switched our plan to have a separate shower and tub and put a glass door on our shower.

You can do no wrong in my opinion! But I love option B because LIGHT!!

I LOVE the look of a wet room, but they’re not that comfortable to shower in. It’s sort of fun if you’re in a tropical place with a lot of humidity or fancy hotel where you’re just taking one or two showers, but for every day use, it can feel cold, literally cold, because the steam isn’t contained. Water gets everywhere, even if you have the appropriate lip to keep in within the room, you still end up with water on some parts of the floor for longer than you want. I’d vote option 2!!

Option A feels so trendy right now. But how in the world would you clean it, stay warm in a huge shower, keep mold from creeping up every moist surface? It’s beautiful, but not practical. I like option B, it seems like one that would fit better with the flow of your house now.

When I first saw the inspiration picture of the wet room I thought, yep, that’s it. But then when I saw option B with the opened up entry (no toilet closet right as you walk in) and the bathtub under the window? Hubba hubba. That’s it.

Even though that dramatic arch of the tub in shower is gorgeous, I’m picking option B. Why? I am just imagining whenever you take a shower next to an open tub, water and soap droplets will naturally get in the tub. Then every day you’ll have a slimy tub waiting for you. also, if you keep anything next to the tub like a candle or book it will always get wet, so you’ll have to take take things out and put everything away just to take a “relaxing” bath.

First things first: whatever you choose it’ll be freakin amazing!
So while I am from Europe (love from Deutschland), and traveled a lot over Europe and lived in Europe my whole life I’ve never experienced the tub-in-shower-situation. It looks glam and extra and bougie, that’s for sure. I personally prefer a bathroom with minimal tile to make it cozy and soft and with an easy-to-clean-layout to enjoy it to the max 365 days a year. Initially I thought the walk-way to the water closet in option b is a little odd or narrow, but I guess your bathroom is spacious enough and -let’s be honest- the toilet in the master bathroom is not the most used one during the day. So, long story short (too late): I’m all in for option B and can’t wait to see what YOU choose! Option C? Anyone? Bueller?

P.S.: Your followers have THE best arguments!!! Will be back to read some more!

This is exciting! I have a window in my water closet and would NEVER have one without now. Plan B makes sense to me for that reason and also, the shower enclosure is not so big, like the one in plan A. I live in Utah, similar climate as Idaho, and having a big open shower would just be a little too cold for me, even though it would be soooo beautiful. I think B is more practical, but it will still be so beautiful. Also, having the water closet right there on the right in plan A seems like it is crampy. That is where you have it now, as yourself if you like the way that feels.

Option A. I feel like having the tub enclosed with the shower would give you a more relaxing bath as all the warm steamy air would stay more contained. My experience with tubs out in the open is that you get cold faster if you’re having a bath. Also the symmetry is visually nice!

Definitely option B! I wouldn’t want the toilet so close to the door that I always have to walk past. It also kind of chops up the entry. Also, I’d imagine it’s not a very cozy or comfortable feeling showering directly next to a big honkin’ tub in the same open space.

Option A all the way!

I think Option A is great for a wow factor in limited space. I used to clean homes when I was in college, now working on our house I keep in mind how some things are not easy to clean. Good luck! Always fun when you have so many options.

OPTION A!!!!

My reasons are this: WETROOM WETROOM WETROOM!!!!!!

(But also the practical part of me says if you’re going to get sick or have to pee REALLY badly – you’re not going to want to go to the furthest possible point of the room for the toilet. haha Just me?)

A is beautiful but I lean toward B. Having the option for 1 person to shower while another takes a bath, plus the separation while showering in B feels so valuable as a mom. Others can be using the rest of the space while you can ‘sneak’ away a little.

My husband and I had a wet room in our old house with a freestanding tub in the shower, and I absolutely loved it. You could take baths and not worry about getting water everywhere or you could quickly rinse off in the shower once you finished a long bath. It was heaven. It was also a great way to bathe the dogs, because you could bathe them in the tub while keeping them from getting water all over the bathroom. My husband also installed a steam system in the shower so you could sit in a cool/warm bath with the steam going and it was like a luxurious spa. I miss that wet room all the time. Lol. Either option will be great but from personal experience I absolutely loved having a wet room and highly recommend it!

Hello Chris and Julia!! Although I love the idea of a wet room- the water closet towards the back of the bathroom and a window wins it for me. Additionally the inspiration pictures for option 2 look more closely to the design / feel of your home. Excited to see what you decide on.

I am a sucker for symmetry, which made me love option A right off the bat…but I gotta say, an opened up entry and more natural light sold me on option B. Those are two big elements that will make the bathroom seem a lot bigger!

I like option B due to the openness. Like others, I can’t imagine trying to keep an open shower tub area clean or warm!

I definitely like option B better. I like the toilet being as far from the bed as possible ????, and cleaning around the tub in option A looks like a nightmare with mildew buildup you’d never be able to reach.

B for sure if I had to choose. With A, you can’t shower and take a bath at the same time unless the person taking the bath wants to get wet. Any towels or bath supplies, tables, candles, etc. have to be removed every time you want to shower. I personally don’t even think it’s prettier to have the shower head over the tub vs. a chandelier. Being able to see the chandelier in the mirror plus the added light of B would make it no question. Plus, if you choose A, when you look in the mirror you’re going to see the mirror behind you and the infinity mirrors would just be dizzying for me.

Option B for the window in the water closet and a bathtub placement that will be easier to clean. Do you really want to wipe down your bathtub every time you take a shower in Option A?

#1 – wetroom for the win! I imagine opening the door on the breathtaking wetroom every day as something to look forward to – and the ‘stuff dreams are made from’. Plus everything appears visually centered. #2 = not so much. It almost caused my eye to twitch. The end wall view is 75% gorgeous shower and 25% toilet room/door. (Approximate percentages of course.) #2 also seems to emphasize the long and narrow space whereas #1 appears much larger and wider. Either floorplan will certainly be lovely but I will now have dreams of converting a bedroom/bathroom into a scaled-down version of your design ideas. Absolutely stunning indeed!

Option B. Love the extra windows. While the idea of a wet room in option A is intriguing the practical side of me wonders how to clean it. Yes you can spray everything down but do you mop behind the tub? Have to get down and scrub it occasionally? It seems like a lot of work but who knows, not me.

How fun to see all the layout options you’re considering! I agree with comments above about option A being difficult to keep clean. I also think it’s too exposed right when you walk in the bathroom. Although I love the drama of the large archway! I prefer option B but wonder about moving the water closet to where the linen closet is (since you’re proposing to move the plumbing anyways). That would allow you to add a window for natural light (a win!) and I think the water closet in the back corner is awkward. Can’t wait to see what you choose!

I love the symmetry of Option 1 and feel like it would make the whole bathroom one cohesive, grand space, but I do like the idea of the shower area in Option 2 – especially with that second inspiration picture.

I prefer option B. My thoughts being it feels less claustrophobic at the entrance. Most importantly I would want my water closet area as far away from my sleeping area as possible. Whichever you choose it will be fabulous!!!

A!! I love that the arches tie into other arch elements in your home.

While A is gorgeous, the shower wet room would drive me insane. B, is perfect. The light, the look, the feel. I love it!

After reading through option A, I decided there was no possible way to top it. But option B brings in more light, better flow to the room, a fun chandelier moment, AND no glass shower door to clean,?! DING DING DING. Option B for the win!

I LOVE layout A. I just think it is a big focal point that is unique for your house in particular. You have big arches and big focal points throughout the entire house. I can’t wait to follow along!

I was obsessed with the layout of the first one and didn’t think you could beat it, but that second one wins. The natural light is what pushes it to the top spot. It’s so hard to get great natural light in a bathroom, so I feel like you have to capitalize on that.

Have you considered what it would be like to clean option A? Long term what about mold behind the tip in that “wet room”? Looks cool but is it really practical.

I like both of these options. I prefer the layout of B; however, I really would personally prefer to have the bathroom closer to the door (sometimes I get up a lot in the middle of the night), so because of that I also lean more toward A. HAHA. I think my favorites of the mock-ups was one with the shower across the back and the tub in front of it. I saw this really great house on YouTube where the owners did this with an accident wall of tile. There was a half wall between the tub and the shower that had niches for their shampoos and such so no one had to see it, and it was so pretty and elegant. I really loved it! Best of luck in whatever you choose. I’m sure it will be beautiful.

Option A looks more grand AND functional to me (I don’t feel like that happens often). The toilet is right inside the door, the thing you’ll use the most and want to get to the quickest lol. The shower/tub will be such a beautiful focal point. It all feels so symmetrical that it has a calming quality.
Option B. Will make the tub a beautiful focal point but it feels more choppy, not as satisfying.

Both are beautiful and I can’t wait to see the mood board for the option you decide on. I personally would only go with A if you could make the window above the tub larger.

Option A all day long! But mostly because we have something similar planned for our bathroom. So this is a purely selfish choice. Good luck! Whatever you do will be beautiful.

I thought I would be all for option A, but B is so good too! I think having the more open layout + increased natural light from option B will be realllllllly nice. Also not having the toilet right by the entrance is nice for privacy.

Both are great, but I definitely prefer Option A!

I’m leaning A! A wet room is so chic but also having my own personal space for my vanity and sink sounds heavenly!

Not one of the options, but what about option 6, with the minor tweak of making the vanity a double sink?

Purely from a FEELING perspective, I like having the entry feel open and airy, not constricted by a water closet. I Iove the idea of a window in a toilet room for fresh air. Also, a toilet in a tiny windowless room has never ever appealed to me. I’m sure you guys will land on the right design

I love the symmetry of Option A but functionality wise and for a more spacious feeling, I would pick Option B! Something about showering next to the tub so open just feels like a lot of extra future tub cleaning to me. Great if the girls use your tub and splash about though! Also I have a small window in our water closet and sometimes it is really nice in the morning to just use natural light and not need to turn on an overhead light – can be so harsh when you first wake up even if on a dimmer! Either way, I know you guys will make it a stunner, can’t wait to watch!