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Fireclay TileDesign firm Banner Day Interiors uses a clean palette of white and blue bathroom tiles while playing with scale and pattern in this satisfyingly seamless space. Featuring bathroom and shower tile from Fireclay Tile. Sample more colors at fireclaytile.com/samples
TILE SHOWN
Elongated Diamond Tile in Nautical
Small Diamond Sheeted Tile in Calcite
4x8 Tile in Calcite
J&J Carpet One Floor & HomeFlooring: SOHO: - Elementary Mica - Color: Matte
Shower Walls: Elysium - Color: Calacatta Dorado Polished
Shower Wall Niche Accent: - Bedrosians - Ferrara Honed Chevron Marble Mosaic Tile in Nero
Shower Floor: Elysium - Color: Calacatta Dorado 3”x3” Hex Mosaic
Cabinet: Homecrest - Door Style: Chalet - Color: Maple Fallow
Hardware: - Top Knobs - Davenport - Honey Bronze
Countertop: Quartz - Calafata Oro
Glass Enclosure: Frameless 3/8” Clear Tempered Glass
Designer: Noelle Garrison
Installation: J&J Carpet One Floor and Home
Photography: Trish Figari, LLC
Portland building and remodelingMaster bathroom addition. Terrazzo tile floors, and free standing tub.
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, a walk-in shower, engineered stone worktops, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, a walk-in shower, engineered stone worktops, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
Cabinets and Beyond Design StudioMid Century Modern Contemporary design. White quartersawn veneer oak cabinets and white paint Crystal Cabinets
Design ideas for an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a submerged bath, grey tiles, a submerged sink, grey floors, white worktops, a wall niche, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
Design ideas for an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a submerged bath, grey tiles, a submerged sink, grey floors, white worktops, a wall niche, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
Trinity Builders & Design, Inc.Design ideas for an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in Los Angeles with a freestanding bath, a corner shower, white floors, white worktops, white tiles, white walls, an open shower, marble flooring and a shower bench.
Emerick ArchitectsDesign ideas for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, a freestanding bath, a double shower, white walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door and medium wood cabinets.
John Webb Construction and DesignHere is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.vanity
Studio BracketExpansive retro ensuite bathroom in Los Angeles with a walk-in shower, white tiles, mosaic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a wall niche and a shower bench.
KraftMaster RenovationsFree Standing Soaking Tub with Brass Accents
Photos by VLG Photography
This is an example of an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, black tiles, marble tiles, white walls, marble flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
This is an example of an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, black tiles, marble tiles, white walls, marble flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, a freestanding bath, a built-in shower, grey tiles, metro tiles, white walls, concrete flooring, a trough sink, white floors, a hinged door, dark wood cabinets and wooden worktops.
ReFind KitchensThis is an example of an expansive retro ensuite wet room bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, terrazzo flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, beige floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Delta FaucetBre of Brepurposed uses stylish and functional fixtures to create a true modern vintage bathroom.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Indianapolis with white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls and an open shower.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury ensuite bathroom in Indianapolis with white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls and an open shower.
Mountainwood HomesKohler Vox Round Vessel Sinks were used in this white and black guest bathroom.
Photo of an expansive retro family bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, black tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a vessel sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
Photo of an expansive retro family bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, black tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a vessel sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, double sinks and a floating vanity unit.
TruKitchensThis master bathroom features full overlay flush doors with c-channels from Grabill Cabinets on Walnut in their “Allspice” finish along the custom closet wall. The same finish continues on the master vanity supporting a beautiful trough sink with plenty of space for two to get ready for the day. Builder: J. Peterson Homes. Interior Designer: Angela Satterlee, Fairly Modern. Cabinetry Design: TruKitchens. Cabinets: Grabill Cabinets. Flooring: Century Grand Rapids. Photos: Ashley Avila Photography.
Staci Munic InteriorsSteam shower and water closet meld together seamlessly through the custom glass door and tile design. The terrazzo looking porcelain tile with the curbless entry creates a seamless transition, and the transom window in the shower, not only allows for fresh air, but also provides mountain views from both the shower and the water closet.
Fireclay TileDesign firm Banner Day Interiors uses a clean palette of white and blue bathroom tiles while playing with scale and pattern in this satisfyingly seamless space. Featuring bathroom and shower tile from Fireclay Tile. Sample more colors at fireclaytile.com/samples
TILE SHOWN
Elongated Diamond Tile in Nautical
Small Diamond Sheeted Tile in Calcite
4x8 Tile in Calcite
ReFind KitchensPhoto of an expansive midcentury ensuite wet room bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, terrazzo flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, beige floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
DD Ford ConstructionThis is an example of an expansive retro ensuite bathroom in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, white walls and a built-in sink.
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignFrom 2020 to 2022 we had the opportunity to work with this wonderful client building in Altadore. We were so fortunate to help them build their family dream home. They wanted to add some fun pops of color and make it their own. So we implemented green and blue tiles into the bathrooms. The kitchen is extremely fashion forward with open shelves on either side of the hoodfan, and the wooden handles throughout. There are nodes to mid century modern in this home that give it a classic look. Our favorite details are the stair handrail, and the natural flagstone fireplace. The fun, cozy upper hall reading area is a reader’s paradise. This home is both stylish and perfect for a young busy family.
J&J Carpet One Floor & HomeFlooring: SOHO: - Elementary Mica - Color: Matte
Shower Walls: Elysium - Color: Calacatta Dorado Polished
Shower Wall Niche Accent: - Bedrosians - Ferrara Honed Chevron Marble Mosaic Tile in Nero
Shower Floor: Elysium - Color: Calacatta Dorado 3”x3” Hex Mosaic
Cabinet: Homecrest - Door Style: Chalet - Color: Maple Fallow
Hardware: - Top Knobs - Davenport - Honey Bronze
Countertop: Quartz - Calafata Oro
Glass Enclosure: Frameless 3/8” Clear Tempered Glass
Designer: Noelle Garrison
Installation: J&J Carpet One Floor and Home
Photography: Trish Figari, LLC
Expansive Midcentury Bathroom Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your Expansive midcentury bathroom design brighter, cleaner and more attractive will make you feel happier to use it every day. If your bathroom is a small space in your home where you don’t spend much time, it’s time to think about alternatives. Browse the pictures to find inspiring bathroom ideas on Houzz, including stylish vanities, fancy toilets, taps, shower tiling, as well as storage ideas for small bathrooms. 
Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. 
The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your midcentury bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find retro bathroom ideas for my renovation?
If you’re starting your bathroom renovation from scratch, or ripping out and starting again, then once you’ve sorted the plan and the plumbing you’ll need to think about what kind of ideas you’d like. The easiest option is to get inspiration from bathroom professionals. However, if you’ve dreamt of a roll-top bath or a walk-in shower with heating at, then you might want to take longer looking for each item individually. Choosing all white elements will obviously tie everything together, but also think about the style you’re going for – ultra modern taps will clash with traditional Victorian-style wash basins. And it’s probably good to consider your flooring or surfaces, and walls to make sure everything will complement. Take a look through the different styles of bathroom designs on Houzz to get some inspiration. How do I select the right midcentury bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting retro bathroom decor such as cabinets, mirrors, shelves or other furniture for bathrooms can be tricky. You want to consider the storage they offer while also making sure they make an attractive feature as you enter your bathroom. Don’t forget you need them to be durable and withstand the damp conditions, e.g. if you’re going for a painted cabinet make sure the paint is suitable for baths. For medicine cabinets you will find most have mirrored fronts, but you can find extra features such as clocks and shaving sockets built-in.What midcentury bathroom storage ideas should I look at?
While bathroom storage ideas is not the first thing you think of when it comes to bathrooms, you’ll be surprised at how much difference it makes when your bathroom is organised – specially if you’re dealing with a small bathroom, this is essential. We all know how accessories like bottles, toiletries, lotions and potions can pile up next to the bath. And where to put the cotton buds, painkillers, plasters, other medicine, creams and sanitary products? That’s not even considering using your bathroom as a place to store your towels and bathrobes. The first thing to consider when reviewing bathroom ideas is if you can invest in built-in bathroom storage. Large vanity units will have drawers and compartments to store a great number of toiletries and bathroom necessities, and if your bathroom or cloakroom has room for a built-in cupboard you can start storing small accessories and larger items there. If you can’t do anything on this scale, you could investigate built-in storage around the bath or look at less permanent options. Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. What's the best ideas for lighting?
Water and electricity don’t mix, so make sure your bathroom lights are safe, first and foremost. There are actually regulations around what type of light fittings you can use and where – IP67 rating lights for submerged areas e.g. inside baths and sinks (Zone 0); IP65 for any area above a shower or bath (Zone 1); and IP44 rating for anything 0.6m from a bath or basin (Zone 2). After you’ve made sure your light fittings are safe and to-code, you can consider the type and style you’d like as your working through your retro bathroom ideas. The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your midcentury bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. Bathroom tiles – what should I go for?
It’s rare to find bathrooms without tiles. Although it can be done with panelling, materials like tadelakt, waterproof paint, wallpaper or well-treated wood; bathroom tiles are so copious and easy to apply that it’s hard to avoid going with tiles in the bathroom. The great thing is that both floor tiles and wall tiles come in a huge variety of sizes, styles, colours and patterns, so you can remodel your room completely with whatever tile choices fit with your midcentury bathroom ideas. When it comes to flooring, tiles will be durable, easy to clean and deal well with water, but if you want something different you could go with modern concrete, traditional or country-style treated wooden floorboards, or a bit more quirky bamboo, cork or vinyl. What to do with small retro bathrooms?
The best small bathroom ideas will maximise the space you have. From installing a bidet to simple decorative tips there are plenty of things you can do to make it look bigger. Recessed shelves can make a huge difference both visually and practically to midcentury small bathrooms, so if you are able to have these installed when your walls are being renovated you could add some to your shower or sink area. You could choose pale colours and iridescent tiles that reflect the light, keep walls and ceilings the same colour and texture, and use complementary shades throughout the bathroom– fewer contrasts and transitions will help maintain the sense of space. Floating bathroom units also draw the eye to visible floor space underneath them, and clear glass shower screens will keep the room feeling open and airy. Finishing touches like artfully placed large mirrors will also make small bathrooms appear more expansive.1