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Whether you’re building a new bathroom or renovating an existing one, you might be considering your bathroom storage. Bathroom cabinets are tempting but look out of place in certain spaces, which is where shelves save the day. Shelves do double-duty as both storage and decoration, holding your bath towels, toiletries, and more without compromising your bathroom’s charm. Shelves come in all shapes and sizes — built-in, free-standing, floating, and even moveable. Plus, they’re easy to work into your space, whether you have open space above the toilet, under the mirror, next to the sink — you name it! With all these options, you’re sure to find shelving that suits your bathroom’s style and space needs. Read on for the most useful and beautiful shelving ideas.
Use A Standalone Shelf To Decorate Practically
Brian Woodcock; Styling by Natalie Warady
Stand-alone shelves can be super storers. To avoid the appearance of clutter, store towels and other items that match the bathroom’s decorative palette, then add small pieces of complimentary decor (pro tip: you can rarely go wrong with plants).
Channel Your Coastal Style
Linny Morris; Styling by Sunday Hendrickson
Shelves made of less common materials, such as bamboo or wicker, can add a lot of character to a space without much effort. In conjunction with the shelf material, different plants can also set different styles — the fern above indicates Bohemian while a vase of flowers could suggest farmhouse.
Switch It Up With A Moving Shelf
Moving shelves make the most of any corner in any bathroom — no installation required. Don’t worry about accidents – most have locking wheels to avoid slips.
Keep It Simple
Sinan Tuncay; Courtesy of Arditi Design
A simple metal shelf matches almost any space but looks especially chic paired with a silver faucet. Plus, it won’t break the bank.
Distinguish Your Space With A Leaning Shelf
@carlaelliman
This out-of-the-ordinary shelf adds character and looks chic in almost any space. Add some potted plants to create a Bohemian feel.
Maximize Your Ledges
Helen McLean/ @mamofboys
Built-in wall shelves are space-saving superheroes that look great even in simple bathrooms. To keep them from looking utilitarian, add some framed photos or decorative items.
Go All Out With Layered Vanity
Robbie Caponetto and Charles Walton IV; Styling by Buffy Hargett
Though not a traditional shelf, some vanities have lower levels perfect for storage containers, towels, and more. If you’re willing and able to swap out an existing vanity, this is an excellent space-saving option.
Go Natural With Simple Wooden Shelves
@interiors71
These shelves do double duty as decor and shower storage. A bit of rustic wood really pops against white tiles and walls.
Embrace The Beauty In The Practical
@wheretwoaregathered
Who said decor can’t be useful? Mix and match amenities with decorations to make the most of a wall shelf.
Reconsider How You Define Shelving
Helen Norman
This rustic bathroom repurposes a ladder as a shelf—and it looks amazing. Not too shabby!
Level Up With Layered Shelving
@mycityapartment
At some point, we’ve all run out of toilet paper and realized the replacement is out of arm’s reach. With a layered standalone shelf, all your necessities fit in even the smallest corner.
Match Simple With Style
@margogardnerdesign
There’s no shame in a classic wooden shelf. We love a shelf with a pull-out drawer to store all the knickknacks you don’t want to display.
Use Open-Style Cabinets For Elegance
Hector Sanchez
These built-in cabinets have all the storage you could ask for while looking super classy. We love the black-and-white color scheme mixed with brass for extra glam.
Utilize Windows And Other Bathroom Elements
This built-in bath/shower combo doubles up as shelving. It also maintains the bathroom’s modernity.
Mix It Up With An Attached Shelf
The vintage character of this uncommon shelving option is likely to impress guests. Add framed photos from the era to enhance the feel.
Embrace The Tiny But Mighty
In this simple set-up, a repurposed drying rack suits all sorts of tiny items. Use it to store your hand towels, wash cloths, or small toiletries.
Indulge A Wall Cutout (Or 2)
Markus Wilborn MW Concepts; Design by Susan Sutter Interiors
Cut-out wall shelves are super classy, especially in the shower. Designer Susan Sutter chose a dark tile for the cut-outs, allowing them to pop against the shower tile.
Repurpose Your Vanity
Don’t discount the power of a built-in vanity with open shelving. This option is ideal for more modern bathrooms.
Try A Specialized Shelf
@farmhousefourwinds
If you have very specific storage needs, it’s worth considering a specialized shelf like this towel rack. This bathroom paired the rack with a more traditional shelf for decor.
Take Advantage Of The Mirror
Alison Gootee; Courtesy of Nomita Joshi Interior Design
Not all mirrors are created equal. Bathroom mirrors with attached shelves work particularly well for lotion, tissues, and other amenities you’ll want handy for guests.
Add A Hidden Shelf
Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling by Buffy Hargett Miller
It might look like there’s no shelving in this bathroom, but the vanity is hiding a hidden shelf underneath. Use this clever concealed storage spot to hold extra towels and linens.
When In Doubt, Use The Toilet
In a small bathroom or power room, the toilet can come in serious handy. Use the top to store little things like toiletries, or use it to add to the ambiance of the space with a small vase of flowers or a candle.
Do Double Duty With A Bench
Laurey W. Glenn; Styling by Buffy Hargett Miller
While a bench isn’t technically a shelf, it can be used to house things like extra towels if you’re short on space and want to blend style with function. This one fits perfectly into a window alcove, making it useful without taking up precious floor space.
Go Floor-To-Ceiling
Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling by Barbara Schmidt
Give yourself all the space with a giant cabinet that blends drawers with cabinets and shelving. This can be either built-in or freestanding, and you can take it all the way up to the ceiling if you lack square footage but need the extra storage.
Consider A Skirt Under The Sink
When you need extra shelving in your bathroom, but don’t enjoy the aesthetic of open shelves, consider hanging a stylish curtain under the sink to hide all of the products you don’t want your guests to see.
Go For Over-The-Door Storage
Whether it’s for style or storage, a shelf over the door could be the perfect solution your bathroom needs. It’s out of the way but still accessible for things you may need from time to time.
Use Subtle Shelving
If you have a little extra wall space in your bathroom, it would be wise to consider carving out some small shelves. This subtle design keeps the same, clean aesthetic of your bathroom, while adding a little more space for you to utilize.
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