AmeriSpecguy Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 I'm currently at an inspection where a guest bedroom leads into the guest bath. This is the first time I've seen a configuration like this and it just seems wrong. Is there any code cite to say this is wrong or is it just dumb? Attached is the pic shot from the bedroom through the closet into the bath. Thanks Click to Enlarge 42.68 KB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baird Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 If the only path to the BA is thru the BR, I would call it a "master suite". I bet you money you are looking at an "Air B&B" setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inspector57 Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 No code prohibiting it nor is it "just dumb", just a choice of the designer. Dumb is just your opinion, not a fact that should be in a report. Just my opinion, but I recommend you stick to the facts and leave your opinions at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Hockstein Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 No code issue as long as the sleeping room has proper egress. I am sometimes hire by clients to correct this condition. Just an awkward and ill-conceived design. Like Jim said, not part of a home inspection. Your client would have to be a total moron if they need you to point out this situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmeriSpecguy Posted October 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 The just dumb comment was because of the possibility, at least in my mind, of moisture collection in the closet area. The only means of ventilation in the bath was mechanical fan. This was more for my information and to alleviate my concern not my clients report. I have not seen this setup before. If I am to learn I must ask questions. Thank you for your replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erby Posted October 6, 2015 Report Share Posted October 6, 2015 We all see dumb things from time to time and share them here like you did. Keep it up. We all learn from reading the question and the responses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurt Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 I see similar things on multi million dollar homes...it's the "dressing room". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inspector57 Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 The just dumb comment was because of the possibility, at least in my mind, of moisture collection in the closet area. The only means of ventilation in the bath was mechanical fan. This was more for my information and to alleviate my concern not my clients report. I have not seen this setup before. If I am to learn I must ask questions. Thank you for your replies. I did not mean to offend and realize my wording in the previous response could have been better. Please don't let me from discourage you from asking questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmeriSpecguy Posted October 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 The just dumb comment was because of the possibility, at least in my mind, of moisture collection in the closet area. The only means of ventilation in the bath was mechanical fan. This was more for my information and to alleviate my concern not my clients report. I have not seen this setup before. If I am to learn I must ask questions. Thank you for your replies. I did not mean to offend and realize my wording in the previous response could have been better. Please don't let me from discourage you from asking questions. I have to admit I was annoyed but the good thing is I have thicker skin than that. While I rarely post here I learn from you gentlemen on a daily basis. Maybe one day someone will have a similar question and be able to learn from this thread. I am a firm believer of learning new things every day. If I think I know everything then I'm either an insufferable know it all or dead and neither is a good thing[:-paperba Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmeriSpecguy Posted October 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 And re-reading my original post I realize I posted in haste and didn't convey my worries properly. The post should have read that the guest bath was only accessible through the guest closet from the bedroom. I have not seen that configuration before. So I can't blame anyone for not answering the question correctly since I didn't even ask it right. That's what I get for being in a hurry [:-paperba Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welmoed Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 I would rather have that configuration than one where the closets are only accessed from the bathroom, so you have to walk through the bathroom to get dressed. I've seen a lot of those, especially in higher-end homes. Probably a case where too many doors in the Master Bedroom Enclave offends the senses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baird Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 "...The post should have read that the guest bath was only accessible through the guest closet from the bedroom..." Shame on the builder for stupid design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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