Modern Bathroom with a Pedestal Sink Ideas and Designs
HwRenewalIn this 90's cape cod home, we used the space from an overly large bedroom, an oddly deep but narrow closet and the existing garden-tub focused master bath with two dormers, to create a master suite trio that was perfectly proportioned to the client's needs. They wanted a much larger closet but also wanted a large dual shower, and a better-proportioned tub. We stuck with pedestal sinks but upgraded them to large recessed medicine cabinets, vintage styled. And they loved the idea of a concrete floor and large stone walls with low maintenance. For the walls, we brought in a European product that is new for the U.S. - Porcelain Panels that are an eye-popping 5.5 ft. x 10.5 ft. We used a 2ft x 4ft concrete-look porcelain tile for the floor. This bathroom has a mix of low and high ceilings, but a functional arrangement instead of the dreaded “vault-for-no-purpose-bathroom”. We used 8.5 ft ceiling areas for both the shower and the vanity’s producing a symmetry about the toilet room door. The right runner-rug in the center of this bath (not shown yet unfortunately), completes the functional layout, and will look pretty good too.
Of course, no design is close to finished without plenty of well thought out light. The bathroom uses all low-heat, high lumen, LED, 7” low profile surface mounting lighting (whoa that’s a mouthful- but, lighting is critical!). Two 7” LED fixtures light up the shower and the tub and we added two heat lamps for this open shower design. The shower also has a super-quiet moisture-exhaust fan. The customized (ikea) closet has the same lighting and the vanity space has both flanking and overhead LED lighting at 3500K temperature. Natural Light? Yes, and lot’s of it. On the second floor facing the woods, we added custom-sized operable casement windows in the shower, and custom antiqued expansive 4-lite doors on both the toilet room door and the main bath entry which is also a pocket door with a transom over it. We incorporated the trim style: fluted trims and door pediments, that was already throughout the home into these spaces, and we blended vintage and classic elements using modern proportions & patterns along with mix of metal finishes that were in tonal agreement with a simple color scheme. We added teak shower shelves and custom antiqued pine doors, adding these natural wood accents for that subtle warm contrast – and we presented!
Oh btw – we also matched the expansive doors we put in the master bath, on the front entry door, and added some gas lanterns on either side. We also replaced all the carpet in the home and upgraded their stairs with metal balusters and new handrails and coloring.
This client couple, they’re in love again!
Atelier507Medium sized modern ensuite bathroom in Phoenix with a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, a wall mounted toilet, cement flooring, a pedestal sink, multi-coloured worktops, tiled worktops and beige floors.
MAKING THE WORLD BEAUTIFULBeauty is see as this free stand bath was matched with a perfect combination of a dark wood and grey tiles
Photo of a large modern family bathroom in London with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, cement tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink and wooden worktops.
Photo of a large modern family bathroom in London with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, cement tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink and wooden worktops.
Photo of a small modern grey and white ensuite bathroom in Phoenix with an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a pedestal sink and feature lighting.
Stanislas LedouxStanislas Ledoux © 2015 Houzz
Design ideas for a modern ensuite bathroom in Bordeaux with a built-in shower, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a pedestal sink.
Design ideas for a modern ensuite bathroom in Bordeaux with a built-in shower, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a pedestal sink.
The Masonry Center, Inc.COLOR APPEAL | ABSTRACTS | Photo features Fountain Blue 4 x 12 wavy glass tile on the wall. | Additional colors available: Pearl, Silver Cloud, Cloud Cream, Plaza Taupe, Vintage Mint, Mink, and Charcoal Gray
Morrone InteriorsHigh Res Media
Modern bathroom in Orlando with an alcove shower, white tiles, metro tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a pedestal sink and a hinged door.
Modern bathroom in Orlando with an alcove shower, white tiles, metro tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a pedestal sink and a hinged door.
Full Circle Custom HomesPhoto of a medium sized modern ensuite bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner bath, a walk-in shower, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink and glass worktops.
Susan JablonAn accent wall of beautiful Susan Jablon glass tile is the focal point in this modern bathroom design.
Large modern shower room bathroom in Miami with white cabinets, a shower/bath combination, glass tiles, white walls, white tiles and a pedestal sink.
Large modern shower room bathroom in Miami with white cabinets, a shower/bath combination, glass tiles, white walls, white tiles and a pedestal sink.
Odell Construction Inc.This Bay Village bathroom on Cleveland's West Side has been completely gutted from it's original state and updated to have a sleek, modern look. The shower has been finished in marble subway tiles, and the floor in hexagon shaped marble tiles. A pedestal sink saves space in this compact bathroom, along with the built in cabinetry.
TomMarkHenryPhotography: Pablo Veiga, Styling: Claire Delmar
This is an example of a modern bathroom in Sydney with white tiles, white walls and a pedestal sink.
This is an example of a modern bathroom in Sydney with white tiles, white walls and a pedestal sink.
Cyr Kitchen and BathThis bathroom remodel was designed by Lindsay from our Windham showroom. This remodel features 6”x40” Edimaz shower tile wall with Almond color, Anatolia Bliss Black timber glass & slate shower accent tile and Swanstone shower pan, bench and shelf with mountain haze color. Other features include Kohler drain & light sconce. American standard lavatory faucet, shower head and 2 handle thermostate. The trim is from Portsmouth collection.
Sync Construction LLCThis is an example of a small modern shower room bathroom in New York with an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, marble tiles, white walls, a pedestal sink, black floors and an open shower.
BLAINE architectsJean Bai/Konstrukt Photo
Photo of a small modern ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a double shower, a wall mounted toilet, black tiles, ceramic tiles, black walls, concrete flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors and an open shower.
Photo of a small modern ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a double shower, a wall mounted toilet, black tiles, ceramic tiles, black walls, concrete flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors and an open shower.
FNSHD StudioDesign ideas for a medium sized modern grey and white family bathroom in London with glass-front cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
FNSHD StudioMedium sized modern grey and white family bathroom in London with glass-front cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
AHD&CoPhoto of a small modern family bathroom in New York with an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, black tiles, ceramic tiles, black walls, marble flooring, a pedestal sink, white floors and a hinged door.
James Hill Architect, AIAA skylight effect is created with concealed lighting and blue paint to brighten an interior bath.
Photo credit Ricardoíguez Enríquez
This is an example of a small modern shower room bathroom in San Francisco with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a built-in shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tiles, glass tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors and an open shower.
This is an example of a small modern shower room bathroom in San Francisco with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a built-in shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tiles, glass tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink, grey floors and an open shower.
MAKING THE WORLD BEAUTIFULGrey walls + dark wood and freestandbath .
Chrome edges.
This is an example of a large modern family bathroom in London with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, cement tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink and wooden worktops.
This is an example of a large modern family bathroom in London with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, cement tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a pedestal sink and wooden worktops.
Modern Bathroom with a Pedestal Sink Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your modern 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 modern bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find modern 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 modern bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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