Scope & layout · Ajax

Planning a shower niche

A shower niche should be coordinated with the wall construction, waterproofing and tile layout. Decide what it needs to hold before choosing its height, width and number of shelves.

Bring the dimensions of the bottles and accessories you actually use. Discuss the wall location and whether services or framing affect the proposal. A niche drawn late can disrupt tile joints and waterproofing details, so include it in the design conversation early.

Bring these details into the conversation

• Items to store
• Preferred reach height
• Wall and service conditions
• Tile layout coordination

Compare the options on paper

Use the same measurements and furniture or equipment dimensions when comparing two layouts. Mark the parts that must remain, the parts that are uncertain and the changes that would make the biggest practical difference. This prevents an attractive sketch from hiding a circulation or service problem.

A useful next decision

Choose one preferred direction and one workable alternative. Explain why each suits your priorities, then ask what assessment is needed to confirm feasibility. You do not need a finished design to begin; a clear account of the trade-offs is a better starting point than an untested assumption.

For local preparation, see the Ajax planning guides. For a budget starting point, explore scope and pricing.