A small but special powder room makes all the difference. ⁠
Small mediterranean powder room in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, onyx benchtops, black floor, black benchtops and a freestanding vanity.

A Hint of Coastal Elegance

Collins DuPont Design Group

Designed by Amy Coslet & Sherri DuPont Photography by Lori Hamilton
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean powder room in Miami with brown cabinets, brown walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtops, furniture-like cabinets, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Timeless Tuscan on the Bluff

Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects

Timeless Tuscan on the Bluff
This is an example of a mediterranean powder room in Other with multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a vessel sink, onyx benchtops and brown floor.

Powder Room

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this bathrooms custom vanity, vessel sink, backsplash, and the backlit onyx countertop.
Photo of an expansive mediterranean powder room in Phoenix with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, mosaic tile, white walls, a vessel sink, onyx benchtops, porcelain floors and white floor.

Livingston Oasis, Livingston NJ

Clear Home Design

in this grand Livingston home, we used honey onyx for the long vessel sink and vanity, supported by bronze metal legs and accented with bronze "twig" lighting

The Eagle's View

Eagle Mountain Homes

Small mediterranean powder room in Seattle with a vessel sink, onyx benchtops, beige walls and travertine floors.

5114 Longmont

Gilboa Homes

Gilboa Homes
Inspiration for a mediterranean powder room in Houston with onyx benchtops.

Harbor Walk

Vining Design Associates

Photo of a small mediterranean powder room in Houston with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige tile, a one-piece toilet, a vessel sink, beige walls, travertine floors, mosaic tile and beige benchtops.

Continental

Soucie Horner, Ltd.

From its English-style conservatory to its wealth of French doors, this impressive family home - at once stately, yet welcoming - ushers the vitality of its premiere urban setting into historically-inspired interiors. Here, soaring ceilings, inlaid floors, and marble-wrapped, walnut-paneled, and mirror-clad walls honor the luxurious traditions of classic European interior architecture. Naturally, symmetry is its muse, evinced through a striking collection of fine furnishings, splendid rugs, art, and accessories - augmented, all, by unexpectedly fresh bursts of color and playfully retro silhouettes. Formal without intimidation -or apology- it personifies the very finest in gracious city living. Photos by Nathan Kirkman http://nathankirkman.com/

Mediterra Transitions

The Design Standard, Inc.

Henry G
Mid-sized mediterranean powder room in Miami with a drop-in sink, onyx benchtops, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls and marble floors.

Mediterranean Powder Room Design Ideas with Onyx Benchtops

Think of your powder room as a small bathroom that’s always on display. Likely to be frequented by guests or used as a second bathroom by family members, it should always look its best. Consisting of little more than a vanity, toilet and sink, you could be mistaken that Mediterranean powder room designs are easy to execute, but the tight space can be tricky to get right. As you plan your bathroom renovation, consider the following.

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How do I plan the layout of my powder room?

If you're building from scratch, an architect may be the best person to ask. There are three main objects to consider when planning the layout of your Mediterranean powder room: the door, toilet and sink. Pocket, sliding or folding doors will give you more options for toilet and sink placement, while wall-mounted toilets will help save you a few inches of floor space, and make the room feel more spacious. To ensure ease of use, make sure the toilet has at least 38 centimetres of unobstructed space on either side, and 61 centimetres at the front. Powder rooms are primarily a place to use the toilet and quickly wash your hands, so unless you have the square meterage, you don’t need a full-blown vanity. Look for compact options, like a pedestal or wall-mounted sink instead.

What materials should I use in my powder room?

There’s not much space to work with when designing a Mediterranean powder room, so keep your design fairly simple. Otherwise, too many different patterns and textures will quickly overwhelm the space. To avoid a disjointed design, opt for one statement piece or element, such as a fun splashback, benchtop or vanity, and choose subtle materials like stone, marble or granite for everything else. If you fear you haven’t created enough visual interest, fill the void with bathroom accessories such as hand towels and soap dispensers. High-quality bathroom fixtures – including everything from your toilet roll holder to faucet – with matching lines and style, will make a big difference in a such a small space, so if you have the budget, splurge a little!