Midcentury Bathroom with Soapstone Worktops Ideas and Designs
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Hsu McCulloughSteam shower with Fireclay "Calcite" field tile with white oak cabinets and floor. Photo by Clark Dugger
Design ideas for a medium sized retro shower room bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, yellow floors and a hinged door.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro shower room bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, yellow floors and a hinged door.
HausZwei HomesKevin Polite, Solid Source Realty, Inc
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Atlanta with freestanding cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring and soapstone worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Atlanta with freestanding cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring and soapstone worktops.
Rick & Cindy Black ArchitectsLeonid Furmansky
This is an example of a small retro bathroom in Austin with louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a walk-in shower, grey tiles, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and soapstone worktops.
This is an example of a small retro bathroom in Austin with louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a walk-in shower, grey tiles, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and soapstone worktops.
Atlas Moran ConstructionLarge midcentury ensuite bathroom in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, blue tiles, mosaic tiles, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, blue floors and a shower curtain.
Boyer Building CorporationGrotto-like steam shower lower level bathroom. Each stone was indiv laid and mosaically layed out to perfection.
Inspiration for a medium sized retro shower room bathroom in Minneapolis with freestanding cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Inspiration for a medium sized retro shower room bathroom in Minneapolis with freestanding cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Monical DesignThis is one of my all time favorite bathrooms because of the clean lines and relaxing color palette. We found this beautiful irradescent back splash tile that we ran vertically in a square area between the corner tall cabinet and the open area to the right of the vanity. I love to run a mirror from countertop to ceiling to create an illusion of height. By using a permanent mirror we saved money on back splash tile but create the look of a wall of glass tile. The counter top is raw soapstone that we loved the concrete appearance of and did not want to oil it and lose the grey industrial finish. We also used large drawers in the floating vanity cabinet for a large amount of storage for any bathroom items. The floating tall cabinet has adjustable shelves and square doors. None of the cabinetry touches any of the perpendicular walls or flooring which made it easy to install and fit.
Imagine RemodelingThis guest bathroom is a midcentury design, including deco tile.
This is an example of a medium sized retro bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, vinyl flooring, an integrated sink, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured floors, a hinged door and white worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized retro bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, vinyl flooring, an integrated sink, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured floors, a hinged door and white worktops.
Dan and John LifeJo Bridges Photography
Medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, an alcove shower, white walls, slate flooring, a vessel sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
Medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, an alcove shower, white walls, slate flooring, a vessel sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
UserInspiration for a large retro ensuite wet room bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, limestone tiles, white walls, limestone flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
By DesignLarge retro ensuite bathroom in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tiles, brown tiles, ceramic tiles, red walls, travertine flooring, a vessel sink and soapstone worktops.
By DesignInspiration for a large midcentury ensuite bathroom in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, ceramic tiles, red walls, travertine flooring, a vessel sink, beige tiles, brown tiles and soapstone worktops.
BAKER POSEY DESIGNThis was a full renovation of a 1920’s home sitting on a five acre lot. This is a beautiful and stately stone home whose interior was a victim of poorly thought-out, dated renovations and a sectioned off apartment taking up a quarter of the home. We changed the layout completely reclaimed the apartment and garage to make this space work for a growing family. We brought back style, elegance and era appropriate details to the main living spaces. Custom cabinetry, amazing carpentry details, reclaimed and natural materials and fixtures all work in unison to make this home complete. Our energetic, fun and positive clients lived through this amazing transformation like pros. The process was collaborative, fun, and organic.
HausZwei HomesKevin Polite, Solid Source Realty, Inc
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Atlanta with freestanding cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, green tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring and soapstone worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury ensuite bathroom in Atlanta with freestanding cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, green tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring and soapstone worktops.
Monical DesignDesign ideas for a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Omaha with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, blue tiles, brown tiles, multi-coloured tiles, mosaic tiles, brown walls, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, soapstone worktops and beige floors.
Imagine RemodelingThis guest bathroom is a midcentury design, including deco tile.
Medium sized midcentury bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, soapstone worktops, white worktops, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, vinyl flooring, an integrated sink, multi-coloured floors and a hinged door.
Medium sized midcentury bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, soapstone worktops, white worktops, a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, vinyl flooring, an integrated sink, multi-coloured floors and a hinged door.
Sheena J DesignsPhoto of a medium sized retro ensuite bathroom in Manchester with louvered cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, light hardwood flooring, a built-in sink and soapstone worktops.
Rick & Cindy Black ArchitectsLeonid Furmansky
This is an example of a retro bathroom in Austin with a submerged sink and soapstone worktops.
This is an example of a retro bathroom in Austin with a submerged sink and soapstone worktops.
UserLarge retro ensuite wet room bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, limestone tiles, white walls, limestone flooring, a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors and a hinged door.
Gentrac HomesThis is an example of a medium sized midcentury shower room bathroom in Toronto with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, white tiles, stone tiles, yellow walls, dark hardwood flooring, a built-in sink and soapstone worktops.
Hsu McCulloughHinoki soaking tub with access to balcony overlooking canyon. Waterworks "Arroyo" tile in Shoal color were used at all wet wall locations. Photo by Clark Dugger
Midcentury Bathroom with Soapstone Worktops 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