10 Creative Basket Ideas for Bathrooms: From storage saviors to stylish décor – here’s how I use baskets to transform bathroom spaces

One time, a client asked me if we could “make the bathroom look like a spa, but without hiding the 18 bottles of shampoo.” I laughed, then reached for one of my favorite tricks: baskets. In all my years as a designer, I’ve learned that small spaces push your creativity to the max, and baskets are proof that simple solutions can look amazing. I’ve used them in countless projects, including when working on a compact apartment layout where every corner counted.

1. Woven Floor Baskets for Towels

Placing a large woven basket by the bathtub or shower is a stylish way to store rolled towels. It feels casual, warm, and spa-like. Just be careful with humidity—choose a basket with a protective coating if your bathroom gets steamy.

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2. Hanging Baskets for Wall Storage

When floor space is precious, just look up. Hanging wire or wicker baskets on the wall can hold anything from toilet rolls to lotions. They add vertical interest and keep counters clear.

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3. Under-Sink Pull-Out Baskets

Bathrooms often waste the cabinet space under sinks. Using slide-out baskets makes every inch usable. You’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.

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4. Corner Baskets for Awkward Gaps

That weird spot between the tub and wall? Perfect for a tall narrow basket. It’s one of my go-to fixes in tight remodels. I once used this approach in a small ensuite project where space planning was everything.

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5. Tiered Basket Stands

These are functional art pieces. A tiered stand in the bathroom can store essentials on lower tiers and display candles or plants up top.

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6. Baskets Inside Drawers

Shallow baskets fit into drawers to sort makeup, brushes, or skincare products. It keeps everything neat — and saves you from hunting for your eyeliner while half-asleep.

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7. Over-the-Toilet Basket Shelves

This overlooked wall space can host a shelf with baskets for neatly stashing paper products or hand towels.

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8. Lidded Baskets for Personal Items

If you share a bathroom, lidded baskets keep personal items private and dust-free. They also create a visually calm surface area.

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9. Slim Baskets Behind Doors

A slim basket mounted on the back of the bathroom door can hold hair tools or cleaning supplies. I used this hack in a project designed with a multi-purpose storage strategy — yes, baskets crossed room boundaries!

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10. Decorative Mini Baskets

Even tiny baskets can hold guest soaps, cotton pads, or bath salts. It’s the little details that level up your bathroom’s charm.

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FAQ

Q: How do I prevent baskets from getting moldy in the bathroom?

A: Choose baskets made from synthetic fibers or coated wicker for damp environments, and keep airflow circulating.

Q: Can baskets really improve small bathrooms?

A: Absolutely. They maximize storage without adding bulk, and they’re flexible to rearrange as your needs change.