A five drawer vanity cabinet combined with a tall linen cabinet provide the maximum storage in this compact bathroom. The mirror is framed in material that matches the cabinetry. The off-set sink ensures sufficient space for grooming tools.

Mid-sized eclectic bathroom in Denver with a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

A colorful kids' bathroom holds its own in this mid-century ranch remodel.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury kids bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, orange tile, ceramic tile, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Photo of a mid-sized bathroom in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, a curbless shower, white tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Custom Kids Bathroom
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, a niche, a floating vanity, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, porcelain floors, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops and a single vanity.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a built-in vanity, a curbless shower, marble floors, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, a niche and a double vanity.

The guest bath design was inspired by the fun geometric pattern of the custom window shade fabric. A mid century modern vanity and wall sconces further repeat the mid century design. Because space was limited, the designer incorporated a metal wall ladder to hold towels.

Start your day surrounded by rainbows, what could be better than that? With an array of colors, this rainbow bathroom tile is sure to make every day bright! DESIGN Brittany Buchser PHOTOS Cameron Behbahany INSTALLER C. Cook LLC, Custom Interiors LOCATION Portland, OR Tile Shown: 3x12 in White Wash, Amalfi Coast, Glacier Bay, Lemon Cream, Koi, Sorbet, Desert Bloom, Turquoise, Neptune

This Modern Multi-Level Home Boasts Master & Guest Suites on The Main Level + Den + Entertainment Room + Exercise Room with 2 Suites Upstairs as Well as Blended Indoor/Outdoor Living with 14ft Tall Coffered Box Beam Ceilings!

Design ideas for a small country 3/4 bathroom in Other with a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a pedestal sink, white floor, a hinged shower door and a single vanity.

Design ideas for a mediterranean bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, ceramic floors, a niche and a freestanding vanity.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Detalle del azulejo en forma de espina de pez de la ducha.
Inspiration for a small mediterranean master bathroom in Valencia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green tile, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, a curbless shower, ceramic tile, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a drop-in sink and brown floor.

Timeless subway tile paired with a geometric, colored mosaic brings this bath to new life.
Photo of a small midcentury kids bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, green floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Carrara marble is the star of the show in this master bathroom. A curbless shower is proof that accessibility need not be clunky. Brizo "Rook" fixtures.

Inspiration for a small midcentury master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

The house's second bathroom was only half a bath with an access door at the dining area. We extended the bathroom by an additional 36" into the family room and relocated the entry door to be in the minor hallway leading to the family room as well. A classical transitional bathroom with white crayon style tile on the walls, including the entire wall of the toilet and the vanity. The alcove tub has a barn door style glass shower enclosure. and the color scheme is a classical white/gold/blue mix.

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Des matériaux naturels pour la salle de bains d'un appartement Vincennois
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Paris with medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, brown walls, wood benchtops, brown benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.