9 Bathroom Shelf Ideas That Add Storage And Style

Make a Functional Nook

This shelving nook wasn't part of the initial design plan, but it ended up bringing the entire space together.

Use a Fun Material

While wood is beautiful, a little pattern can add whimsy and interest to a small space.

Build Out a Niche

Go beyond the standard shower niche, as Sallie Lord, founder of GreyHunt Interiors, did in this space. Instead of one block for shampoo and conditioner, she created a built-in shelf that reaches several feet tall.

Add Floating Shelve

Floating shelves in a small bathroom with limited floor space provide additional storage and can help make a room appear larger, open, and airy, says Alice Chiu, interior designer at Miss Alice Designs.

Wallpaper Around the Shelve

You can make a statement even with minimalist shelves if you use a bold wallpaper in the background, like in this space from designer Ghislaine Viñas.

Use Shelves for Bath Accessorie

When styled nicely, bathroom shelves can double as décor. "I wanted to add some warmth and an area for styling in the bathroom.

Make it Feel Like a Hotel

A modern, monochromatic palette is an effective way to make your bathroom feel like a hotel.

Tile the Shelve

While you often see shelves made out of wood or another material that contrasts the walls, Hub of the House Studio opted to tile the shelves in this bathroom.

Match the Countertop

If you want a space that feels perfectly tied together, consider matching your shelving material to your countertops or other elements within your bathroom.

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