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Judith Wright DesignGuest Bathroom on Main Floor is authentic to the whimsical historical home. A freestanding tub with a retrofitted vanity custom designed from an antique dresser exudes character. The rich marble mosaic floor and countertop with shaped backsplash, brass fixtures and the lovely wallpaper design add to the beauty. the original shower was eliminated. A vintage chandelier and elegant sconces enhance the formality.
Blythe InteriorsThis bathroom got a punch of personality with this modern, monochromatic design.
Design ideas for a small traditional bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, beige worktops, double sinks, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Design ideas for a small traditional bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, beige worktops, double sinks, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Pineapple House Interior DesignHarlequin’s Salinas flamingo wallpaper and antiqued gold leaf sconces make this an unforgettable en-suite bath.
This is an example of a small classic family bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, red cabinets, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, mosaic tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, solid surface worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
This is an example of a small classic family bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, red cabinets, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, mosaic tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, solid surface worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a shower bench, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Kathleen JennisonAn Arts & Crafts Bungalow is one of my favorite styles of homes. We have quite a few of them in our Stockton Mid-Town area. And when C&L called us to help them remodel their 1923 American Bungalow, I was beyond thrilled.
As per usual, when we get a new inquiry, we quickly Google the project location while we are talking to you on the phone. My excitement escalated when I saw the Google Earth Image of the sweet Sage Green bungalow in Mid-Town Stockton. "Yes, we would be interested in working with you," I said trying to keep my cool.
But what made it even better was meeting C&L and touring their home, because they are the nicest young couple, eager to make their home period perfect. Unfortunately, it had been slightly molested by some bad house-flippers, and we needed to bring the bathroom back to it "roots."
We knew we had to banish the hideous brown tile and cheap vanity quickly. But C&L complained about the condensation problems and the constant fight with mold. This immediately told me that improper remodeling had occurred and we needed to remedy that right away.
The Before: Frustrations with a Botched Remodel
The bathroom needed to be brought back to period appropriate design with all the functionality of a modern bathroom. We thought of things like marble countertop, white mosaic floor tiles, white subway tile, board and batten molding, and of course a fabulous wallpaper.
This small (and only) bathroom on a tight budget required a little bit of design sleuthing to figure out how we could get the proper look and feel. Our goal was to determine where to splurge and where to economize and how to complete the remodel as quickly as possible because C&L would have to move out while construction was going on.
The Process: Hard Work to Remedy Design and Function
During our initial design study, (which included 2 hours in the owners’ home), we noticed framed images of William Morris Arts and Crafts textile patterns and knew this would be our design inspiration. We presented C&L with three options and they quickly selected the Pimpernel Design Concept.
We had originally selected the Black and Olive colors with a black vanity, mirror, and black and white floor tile. C&L liked it but weren’t quite sure about the black, We went back to the drawing board and decided the William & Co Pimpernel Wallpaper in Bayleaf and Manilla color with a softer gray painted vanity and mirror and white floor tile was more to their liking.
After the Design Concept was approved, we went to work securing the building permit, procuring all the elements, and scheduling our trusted tradesmen to perform the work.
We did uncover some shoddy work by the flippers such as live electrical wires hidden behind the wall, plumbing venting cut-off and buried in the walls (hence the constant dampness), the tub barely balancing on two fence boards across the floor joist, and no insulation on the exterior wall.
All of the previous blunders were fixed and the bathroom put back to its previous glory. We could feel the house thanking us for making it pretty again.
The After Reveal: Cohesive Design Decisions
We selected a simple white subway tile for the tub/shower. This is always classic and in keeping with the style of the house.
We selected a pre-fab vanity and mirror, but they look rich with the quartz countertop. There is much more storage in this small vanity than you would think.
The Transformation: A Period Perfect Refresh
We began the remodel just as the pandemic reared and stay-in-place orders went into effect. As C&L were already moved out and living with relatives, we got the go-ahead from city officials to get the work done (after all, how can you shelter in place without a bathroom?).
All our tradesmen were scheduled to work so that only one crew was on the job site at a time. We stayed on the original schedule with only a one week delay.
The end result is the sweetest little bathroom I've ever seen (and I can't wait to start work on C&L's kitchen next).
Thank you for joining me in this project transformation. I hope this inspired you to think about being creative with your design projects, determining what works best in keeping with the architecture of your space, and carefully assessing how you can have the best life in your home.
Mountainwood HomesDelta H2Okinetic 3-setting slide bar and hand shower in Champagne Bronze are used in this guest bathroom remodel in Portland, Oregon.
Photo of a small classic shower room bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a built-in sink, marble worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Photo of a small classic shower room bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a built-in sink, marble worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Designs by KSThe smallest spaces often have the most impact. In the bathroom, a classy floral wallpaper applied as a wall and ceiling treatment, along with timeless subway tiles on the walls and hexagon tiles on the floor, create balance and visually appealing space.
ArciformA blue pinstripe of tile carries the line of the tile wainscot through the shower while the original tub pairs with new, yet classic plumbing fixtures.
Jennifer Smith DesignThis whimsical half bathroom is inspired by the homeowners love for nature! We painted the wainscoting a rich green to contrast the custom wood shaker vanity. We used a soft wallpaper with animals and wildlife by Hygge & West. The gold mirror and light fixture are cute and fun!
THE INNER HOUSEAPARTMENT BERLIN VII
Eine Berliner Altbauwohnung im vollkommen neuen Gewand: Bei diesen Räumen in Schöneberg zeichnete THE INNER HOUSE für eine komplette Sanierung verantwortlich. Dazu gehörte auch, den Grundriss zu ändern: Die Küche hat ihren Platz nun als Ort für Gemeinsamkeit im ehemaligen Berliner Zimmer. Dafür gibt es ein ruhiges Schlafzimmer in den hinteren Räumen. Das Gästezimmer verfügt jetzt zudem über ein eigenes Gästebad im britischen Stil. Bei der Sanierung achtete THE INNER HOUSE darauf, stilvolle und originale Details wie Doppelkastenfenster, Türen und Beschläge sowie das Parkett zu erhalten und aufzuarbeiten. Darüber hinaus bringt ein stimmiges Farbkonzept die bereits vorhandenen Vintagestücke nun angemessen zum Strahlen.
INTERIOR DESIGN & STYLING: THE INNER HOUSE
LEISTUNGEN: Grundrissoptimierung, Elektroplanung, Badezimmerentwurf, Farbkonzept, Koordinierung Gewerke und Baubegleitung, Möbelentwurf und Möblierung
FOTOS: © THE INNER HOUSE, Fotograf: Manuel Strunz, www.manuu.eu
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Inspiration for a small bohemian shower room bathroom in DC Metro with a shower/bath combination, grey tiles, mosaic tiles, blue walls, marble flooring, a pedestal sink, marble worktops, a sliding door, grey worktops, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
LV-PROJECTSInspiration for a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Frankfurt with a wall mounted toilet, brown walls, lino flooring, a vessel sink, wooden worktops, grey floors, grey worktops, a built in vanity unit, a wallpapered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
JMR Designs, Inc.A complete home renovation bringing an 80's home into a contemporary coastal design with touches of earth tones to highlight the owner's art collection. JMR Designs created a comfortable and inviting space for relaxing, working and entertaining family and friends.
Kashian Bros FlooringOur designers transformed this small hall bathroom into a chic powder room. The bright wallpaper creates grabs your attention and pairs perfectly with the simple quartz countertop and stylish custom vanity. Notice the custom matching shower curtain, a finishing touch that makes this bathroom shine.
Lauren Pennisi InteriorsOriginal artwork stands out against the amazing wallpaper.
Photo of a small rural shower room bathroom in San Francisco with open cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a floating vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Photo of a small rural shower room bathroom in San Francisco with open cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a floating vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Belltown Design LLCLarge patterned wallpaper adds a spacial quality to this tiny guest bath. With Ebony Marble floors, a unique Cambia quartz countertop in "water blue" and herringbone tile pattern in the shower. Full Remodel by Belltown Design LLC, Photography by Julie Mannell Photography.
Amber Golob InteriorsPhoto of a small traditional ensuite bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, white floors, a sliding door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Brittany Lyons InteriorsThis is an example of a small modern ensuite bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and wallpapered walls.
Elizabeth Strianese Interiors LLCSmall traditional shower room bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue tiles, porcelain tiles, blue walls, slate flooring, a vessel sink, soapstone worktops, grey floors, grey worktops, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit, exposed beams and wallpapered walls.
White Sands Coastal DevelopmentIn Southern California there are pockets of darling cottages built in the early 20th century that we like to call jewelry boxes. They are quaint, full of charm and usually a bit cramped. Our clients have a growing family and needed a modern, functional home. They opted for a renovation that directly addressed their concerns.
When we first saw this 2,170 square-foot 3-bedroom beach cottage, the front door opened directly into a staircase and a dead-end hallway. The kitchen was cramped, the living room was claustrophobic and everything felt dark and dated.
The big picture items included pitching the living room ceiling to create space and taking down a kitchen wall. We added a French oven and luxury range that the wife had always dreamed about, a custom vent hood, and custom-paneled appliances.
We added a downstairs half-bath for guests (entirely designed around its whimsical wallpaper) and converted one of the existing bathrooms into a Jack-and-Jill, connecting the kids’ bedrooms, with double sinks and a closed-off toilet and shower for privacy.
In the bathrooms, we added white marble floors and wainscoting. We created storage throughout the home with custom-cabinets, new closets and built-ins, such as bookcases, desks and shelving.
White Sands Design/Build furnished the entire cottage mostly with commissioned pieces, including a custom dining table and upholstered chairs. We updated light fixtures and added brass hardware throughout, to create a vintage, bo-ho vibe.
The best thing about this cottage is the charming backyard accessory dwelling unit (ADU), designed in the same style as the larger structure. In order to keep the ADU it was necessary to renovate less than 50% of the main home, which took some serious strategy, otherwise the non-conforming ADU would need to be torn out. We renovated the bathroom with white walls and pine flooring, transforming it into a get-away that will grow with the girls.
Shear ConstructionWallpapered bathroom with textured stone tile on the shower wall which is complemented by the hickory vanity and quartzite countertop.
Photo of a small beach style shower room bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, ceramic tiles, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, granite worktops, black floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit, a two-piece toilet and wallpapered walls.
Photo of a small beach style shower room bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, ceramic tiles, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, granite worktops, black floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit, a two-piece toilet and wallpapered walls.
Small Bathroom with Wallpapered Walls Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your Small 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 bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find 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 bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting 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 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 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 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 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 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 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