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Cinnabar InteriorsThis is a realistic rendering of Option 3. Clients Final Choice.
Current Master Bathroom is very outdated. Client wanted to create a spa feel keeping it mid century modern style as the rest of their home. The bathroom is small so a spacious feeling was important. There is a window they wanted to focus on. A walk in shower was a must that eventually would accomodate an easy walk in as they aged.
Photo of a small midcentury bathroom in Austin with an integrated sink, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls and ceramic flooring.
James Martin VanitiesLifestyle View
This is an example of a small midcentury ensuite bathroom in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white worktops, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
This is an example of a small midcentury ensuite bathroom in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white worktops, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
T. Moore Home ReDesignVintage Bathroom Gets a Modern Makeover for Under $1,000
Photo of a medium sized midcentury family bathroom in Nashville with a built-in bath, beige tiles, ceramic tiles, pink walls, ceramic flooring and pink floors.
Photo of a medium sized midcentury family bathroom in Nashville with a built-in bath, beige tiles, ceramic tiles, pink walls, ceramic flooring and pink floors.
Studio ComoPhoto of a medium sized retro bathroom with an alcove shower, white tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, white floors and a hinged door.
Lori Delisle Interior Design & DecoratingMy client's mother had a love for all things 60's, 70's & 80's. Her home was overflowing with original pieces in every corner, on every wall and in every nook and cranny. It was a crazy mish mosh of pieces and styles. When my clients decided to sell their parent's beloved home the task of making the craziness look welcoming seemed overwhelming but I knew that it was not only do-able but also had the potential to look absolutely amazing.
We did a massive, and when I say massive, I mean MASSIVE, decluttering including an estate sale, many donation runs and haulers. Then it was time to use the special pieces I had reserved, along with modern new ones, some repairs and fresh paint here and there to revive this special gem in Willow Glen, CA for a new home owner to love.
Alli Rader CreativeDesign ideas for a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Nashville with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, white walls, cement flooring, a built-in sink, solid surface worktops, blue floors, white worktops, double sinks, a floating vanity unit and panelled walls.
KraftMaster RenovationsPink Sconces: by Sazerac Stitches
This is an example of a small retro ensuite bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, black and white tiles, engineered stone worktops and white worktops.
This is an example of a small retro ensuite bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, black and white tiles, engineered stone worktops and white worktops.
Jensen DesignMegelaine Images
Small retro bathroom in Indianapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, white tiles, ceramic tiles and marble flooring.
Small retro bathroom in Indianapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, white tiles, ceramic tiles and marble flooring.
KB Design +This bath is very hard to photograph because it is narrow, On a photo a line of new cabinets that we put on the legs to evoke the midcentury feel. 2 sinks were the necessity for the busy young family. Linen storage on the right holds quite a bit of necessary items.
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiBagno originale anni 50, con piastrelle in ceramica smaltata colore verde chiaro e nero. Sostituzione vasca con doccia. Pavimento in marmette cementine nere.
National Association of the Remodeling IndustryEdgeWork Design Build, Excelsior, Minnesota, 2020 Regional CotY Award Winner, Residential Bath Under $25,000
Inspiration for a small midcentury shower room bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, an integrated sink, concrete worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, an enclosed toilet, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Inspiration for a small midcentury shower room bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, an integrated sink, concrete worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, an enclosed toilet, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
AJP PropertiesRed Egg Design Group | Retro Master Bath with original green tile and architectural details. | Courtney Lively Photography
Photo of a small midcentury ensuite bathroom in Phoenix with tiled worktops, white tiles and ceramic tiles.
Photo of a small midcentury ensuite bathroom in Phoenix with tiled worktops, white tiles and ceramic tiles.
Giuliana Maffeis ArchitectBagno
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Milan with a built-in bath, a wall mounted toilet, black tiles, mosaic tiles, pink walls, an integrated sink, glass worktops, green floors and white worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Milan with a built-in bath, a wall mounted toilet, black tiles, mosaic tiles, pink walls, an integrated sink, glass worktops, green floors and white worktops.
Ryan Davis ContractingA new plumbing layout was installed and the electric was upgraded. Black and white is the theme here with mesh mounted floor tiles and a subway wall tile with black wall paint.
Mountainwood HomesPhoto by Vern Uyetake
Inspiration for a small midcentury bathroom in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls and porcelain flooring.
Inspiration for a small midcentury bathroom in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls and porcelain flooring.
Happy Home DesignCreate extra storage in small bathroom by adding a full length medicine cabinet as well as choosing a vanity that offers drawers for storage. And the vanity seems to take up less space because it's elevated; however, the leg support takes the weight off mounting on the thin drywall in condos.
Cathie Hong InteriorsThis 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.
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]Агаева КсенияDesign ideas for a small midcentury grey and white shower room bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a walk-in shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, a submerged sink, grey floors, white worktops, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Budget Midcentury Bathroom Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your 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