Due to Father’s Day this past weekend, let’s take a break from the typical “quit leaving the toilet seat up” conversation that we have (far too often) with the men in our lives and take a look at a new conversation - a Man Cave Bathroom! Designer Andrea Shoop outlines a few ways to give them a bathroom fit for a king, but with designs that you can love too!
Consider a darker palette, one that just emits "guy" from the minute you set foot in the space. Avoid glitzy details like glitter grout or sparkly tile, and consider more modern finishes for your plumbing fixtures and lighting. Your bathroom can still look welcoming and relaxing, even with these more masculine-charged finishes.
Another way to let the man cave style leak into the bathroom (pun intended) is by adding a urinal. Typically urinals are only seen in public mens’ rooms, however, due to its increasing popularity in homes, there are more aesthetically pleasing designs, making it a no-brainer when designing your man cave bathroom. While it's one more thing to clean, it also might help improve aim... just saying...
Arguably the most critical guideline to keep in mind when completing any project is that function is just as important, if not more, than the design. Man caves tend to be full of objects that are purely decorative, but also hold sentimental value. As most of these said items are forbidden to be thrown out, you might as well make use of them! By repurposing items such as an old tool box into countertop- or floating shelf-storage for additional hand towels or washcloths, you are adding functional value while also clearing out a little of the clutter in your garage!
There are endless possibilities for creating your dream home, and OHi has been helping families in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs remodel their homes since we founded our family business in 1900. Our expert team members will help you find design inspiration and carry out your vision. We’ve been improving our neighborhood one home at a time through expert advice, exclusive products, and exceptional service. Check out our portfolio, or contact us to speak with an OHi family member about your remodel!