Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
In the Rip it Up podcast, RTE's Home of the Year winner Jenny and finalist Kate step the listener through everything they've learned in buying a wreck of a house and turning it into a dream home. They demystify the entire renovation journey, from finding the right house, all the way through the renovation process, from picking a builder, to choosing wallpaper. No brick will be left unturned.
As well as being a management consultant, Jenny writes a weekly home column in a national Irish newspaper as well as being a regular guest on national Irish radio.
Kate, before branching out into renovation consulting full time, worked in technical roles in engineering and sustainability.
Together, they make an expert team, ready to inspire and motivate would-be renovators and DIYers alike. Follow them on Instagram to see more of their renovation journeys - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines
Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
#52 - Bathroom Layouts & Planning - Bathroom Design Explained
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Bathroom design starts long before you choose tiles or taps. In this episode, we break down the layout and planning decisions that make a bathroom comfortable, functional and easy to live with.
What we cover
- Why bathroom layouts should be decided early in a renovation
- Planning clearances - it's recommended to have a space 800mm wide and 700mm deep for your toilet
- Keeping the toilet out of the main sightline where possible
- Wall-mounted taps, channelled walls, and other early plumbing decisions
- Shower planning, including tileable shower trays (only when the area is properly tanked)
- Lighting and electrics - we love wall lights and demister pads
- Storage solutions - alcove shelves
Items mentioned
- IKEA FAXÄLVEN mirror with integrated light
- Roberto Tiranti concrete sink (Etsy)
- Naka shower shelves
This episode focuses on the planning stage of bathroom design - getting the layout right before plumbing, electrics and finishes are locked in.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines
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