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Arete Renovators Inc.This stunning multiroom remodel spans from the kitchen to the bathroom to the main areas and into the closets. Collaborating with Jill Lowe on the design, many beautiful features were added to this home. The bathroom includes a separate tub from the shower and toilet room. In the kitchen, there is an island and many beautiful fixtures to compliment the white cabinets and dark wall color. Throughout the rest of the home new paint and new floors have been added.
Modern Tile and CarpetInspiration for a large retro ensuite bathroom in Miami with a vessel sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone worktops, a hot tub, a walk-in shower, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls and travertine flooring.
Nicole Hastings PhotographyCustom timber vanity, black vanity bowl, mosaic wall tiles, walk in shower, retro design
Small retro ensuite wet room bathroom in Hobart with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a corner bath, black and white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, wooden worktops, white floors, an open shower, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Small retro ensuite wet room bathroom in Hobart with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a corner bath, black and white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, wooden worktops, white floors, an open shower, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
JAZ Design, Inc.Tile in shower drain maintains consistent flow of shower floor.
Medium sized midcentury shower room bathroom in Boston with a vessel sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wooden worktops, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tiles, porcelain tiles, green walls and porcelain flooring.
Medium sized midcentury shower room bathroom in Boston with a vessel sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wooden worktops, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tiles, porcelain tiles, green walls and porcelain flooring.
Carolyn HallInspiration for a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, porcelain tiles, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, engineered stone worktops, a hinged door and beige worktops.
InnovationLandHouston Interior Designer Lisha Maxey took this Museum District condo from the dated, mirrored walls of the 1980s to Mid Century Modern with a gallery look featuring the client’s art collection.
The place was covered with glued-down, floor-to-ceiling mirrors,” says Lisha Maxey, senior designer for Homescapes of Houston and principal at LGH Design Services in Houston. “When we took them off the walls, the walls came apart. We ended up taking them down to the studs."
The makeover took six months to complete, primarily because of strict condo association rules that only gave the Houston interior designers very limited access to the elevator – through which all materials and team members had to go.
“Monday through Friday, we could only be noisy from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and if we had to do something extra loud, like sawing or drilling, we had to schedule it with the management and they had to communicate that to the condo owners. So it was just a lot of coordination. But a lot of Inner City Loopers live in these kinds of buildings, so we’re used to handling that kind of thing.”
The client, a child psychiatrist in her 60s, recently moved to Houston from northeast Texas to be with friends. After being widowed three years ago, she decided it was time to let go of the traditionally styled estate that wasn’t really her style anyway. An avid diver who has traveled around the world to pursue her passion, she has amassed a large collection of art from her travels. Downsizing to 1,600 feet and wanting to go more contemporary, she wanted the display – and the look – more streamlined.
“She wanted clean lines and muted colors, with the main focus being her artwork,” says Maxey. “So we made the space a palette for that.”
Enter the white, gallery-grade paint she chose for the walls: “It’s halfway between satin and flat,” explains Maxey. “It’s not glossy and it’s not chalky – just very smooth and clean."
Adding to the gallery theme is the satin nickel track lighting with lamps aimed to highlight pieces of art. “This lighting has no wires,” notes Maxey. “It’s powered by a positive and negative conduit.”
The new flooring throughout is a blended-grey porcelain tile that looks like wood planks. “It’s gorgeous, natural-looking and combines all the beauty of wood with the durability of tile,” says Maxey. “We used it throughout the condo to unify the space.”
After Maxey started looking at the client’s bright, vibrant, colorful artwork, she felt the palette couldn’t stay as muted anymore. Hence the Mid Century Modern orange leather sofas from West Elm and bright green chairs from Joybird, plus the throw pillows in different textures, patterns and shades of gold, orange and green.
The concave lines of the Danish-inspired chairs, she notes, help them look beautiful from all the way around – a key to designing spaces for loft living.
“The table in the living room is very interesting,” notes Maxey. “It was handmade for the client in 1974 and has a signature on it from the artist. She was adamant about including the piece, which has all these hand-painted black-and-white art tiles on the top. I took one look at it and said ‘It’s not really going to go.’”
However, after cutting 6 inches off the bottom and making it look a little distressed, the table ended up being the perfect complement to the sofas.
The dining room table – from Design Within Reach – is a solid piece of mahogany, the chair upholstery a mix of grey velvet and leather and the legs a shiny brass. “The side chairs are leather and the end ones are velvet,” says Maxey. “It’s a nice textural mix that lends depth and texture.”The galley kitchen, meanwhile, has been lightened and brightened, with new, white contemporary cabinetry, quartz countertops mimicking the look of Carrara marble, stainless steel appliances and a velvet green bench seat for a punch of color.The two bathrooms have been updated with contemporary white vanities and vessel sinks and the master bath now features a walk-in shower tiled in Dolomite white marble (the floor is Bianco Carrara marble mosaic, done in a herringbone pattern).In the master bedroom, Homescapes of Houston knocked down a wall between two smaller closets with swing doors to make one large walk-in closet with pocket doors. The closet in the guest bedroom also came out 13 more inches.The client’s artwork throughout personalizes the space and tells the story of a life. There’s a huge bowl of shells from the client’s diving adventures, framed art from her child psychiatry patients and a 16th century wood carving from a monastery that’s been in her family forever.
“Her collection is quite impressive,” says Maxey. “There’s even a framed piece of autographed songs written by John Lennon.” (You can see this black-framed piece of art on the wall in the photo above of two green chairs).
“We’re extremely happy with how the project turned out, and so is the client,” says Maxey. “No expense was spared for her. It was a labor of love and we were excited to do it.”
Character Builders Inc. General ContractorsPhoto of a retro bathroom in San Francisco with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles and beige walls.
DL KitchensVanity and beautiful bathroom detail
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Auckland with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a trough sink, marble worktops and white worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Auckland with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a trough sink, marble worktops and white worktops.
Carolyn HallThis is an example of a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, porcelain tiles, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, engineered stone worktops, a hinged door and beige worktops.
De TomesSonya Fuller
Design ideas for a large midcentury ensuite bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, porcelain tiles, porcelain flooring, engineered stone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
Design ideas for a large midcentury ensuite bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, porcelain tiles, porcelain flooring, engineered stone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
Richmond Hill Design + BuildWe’ve carefully crafted every inch of this home to bring you something never before seen in this area! Modern front sidewalk and landscape design leads to the architectural stone and cedar front elevation, featuring a contemporary exterior light package, black commercial 9’ window package and 8 foot Art Deco, mahogany door. Additional features found throughout include a two-story foyer that showcases the horizontal metal railings of the oak staircase, powder room with a floating sink and wall-mounted gold faucet and great room with a 10’ ceiling, modern, linear fireplace and 18’ floating hearth, kitchen with extra-thick, double quartz island, full-overlay cabinets with 4 upper horizontal glass-front cabinets, premium Electrolux appliances with convection microwave and 6-burner gas range, a beverage center with floating upper shelves and wine fridge, first-floor owner’s suite with washer/dryer hookup, en-suite with glass, luxury shower, rain can and body sprays, LED back lit mirrors, transom windows, 16’ x 18’ loft, 2nd floor laundry, tankless water heater and uber-modern chandeliers and decorative lighting. Rear yard is fenced and has a storage shed.
ASA Tiles AustraliaQBuilt
Medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Brisbane with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a walk-in shower, white tiles, cement tiles, a claw-foot bath, white walls, ceramic flooring and black floors.
Medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Brisbane with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a walk-in shower, white tiles, cement tiles, a claw-foot bath, white walls, ceramic flooring and black floors.
Arete Renovators Inc.This stunning multiroom remodel spans from the kitchen to the bathroom to the main areas and into the closets. Collaborating with Jill Lowe on the design, many beautiful features were added to this home. The bathroom includes a separate tub from the shower and toilet room. In the kitchen, there is an island and many beautiful fixtures to compliment the white cabinets and dark wall color. Throughout the rest of the home new paint and new floors have been added.
Home Makeover ExpoLarge retro ensuite bathroom in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, multi-coloured walls, a submerged sink and an open shower.
Devine Bath & KitchenOriginally adjoined to guest bathroom. Large format subway tile in shower with mini subway tile niche. Marbled tile flooring and matching quartz countertop. New lighting and dark wood vanity cabinets and extra storage. Added solar tube for natural lighting.
Allen Irvin - Designermaster bath
Inspiration for a large retro ensuite bathroom in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, marble tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
Inspiration for a large retro ensuite bathroom in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, marble tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
DSBGDesign ideas for a medium sized retro shower room bathroom in Toronto with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles and beige walls.
Urban Roots Build Co.Photo of a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Vancouver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a walk-in shower, a two-piece toilet, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, black floors, an open shower, white worktops, a shower bench, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Touchstone Kitchen and BathThis bathroom used to be extremely dated, with dark wallpaper and a mirrored wall, it was in desperate need of an update! Now, this space has a clean, modern feel that fits with the rest of the home. The toilet is in a small, separate room connected to this portion of the bathroom to help mornings flow smoothly without sacrificing privacy when nature calls. Our clients also opted for 2 separate vanities to allow plenty of space when preparing for the day.
Modern Tile and CarpetDesign ideas for a large retro ensuite bathroom in Miami with a vessel sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone worktops, a hot tub, a walk-in shower, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls and travertine flooring.
Midcentury Bathroom with Recessed-panel Cabinets 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.8