13. Open-Concept Lower Slatted Shelving
If you want your bathroom to feel airy, spacious, and reminiscent of a luxury spa, an open-concept vanity with a lower slatted shelf is the perfect design choice. By replacing solid lower cabinets with open wooden slats, you allow light to pass through, making small bathrooms feel significantly larger and less closed-in.
This open shelf is the ideal spot for storing stacks of fluffy, oversized bath towels, hand-woven seagrass baskets filled with extra toiletries, or a tray of scented candles and bath oils. Because everything on the lower shelf is visible, it encourages a minimalist, tidy aesthetic. To maintain a clean look, stick to a cohesive color palette for your towels—such as crisp whites, soft greys, or earthy ochres—and use matching baskets to hide smaller, less attractive items. It is a beautiful balance of open display and functional storage.