Master Bath

In the BathroomMedicine cabinets. These have come a long way since they were first introduced. Big, chunky wooden pieces that stick out from the wall have been replaced by recessed boxes with mirrors that can smoothly slide open to reveal shelves, lighting, magnifying mirrors and even TVs.Read more on medicine cabinet storage

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Many stone or tile manufacturers can provide “tiled-in” switch plates that are made from the same material as a tile, allowing them to be installed flush and without a jarring visual clash.

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Inside a vanity or cabinet. As with kitchen cabinets, it’s possible to have a deep medicine cabinet fitted with an outlet on the bottom, side or inside the cabinet.Placing them inside the cabinet is especially handy as you can keep devices such as electric toothbrushes or razors plugged in to charge without keeping them out on the counter.

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If you’re willing to go an extra step, tuck a toilet paper roll holder into the side of the vanity (rather than attached to the outside) for a clean, hotel-chic look. Often the upper area of a vanity is already unusable for drawer storage due to the sink and piping, so it makes sense to give this empty space a new use.With an inset or recessed toilet roll holder kit and a tiny bit of carpentry skill, this can be a relatively small DIY upgrade.

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