Mid-sized country powder room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Modern farmhouse powder room boasts shiplap accent wall, painted grey cabinet and rustic wood floors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, brown benchtops, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Herringbone brick tile flooring, SW Mount Etna green shiplap, pottery barn vanity, signature hardware faucet, 60" vanity mirror, and striking wallpaper make for a perfect combination in this modern farmhouse powder bath.

I used a tumbled thin brick in a herringbone pattern on the floor, dark wood paneling on the walls, and an old dresser for the vanity. This small room packs in a lot of character and sophistication.

We utilized the space in this powder room more efficiently by fabricating a driftwood apron- front, floating sink base. The extra counter space gives guests more room room for a purse, when powdering their nose. Chunky crown molding, painted in fresh white balances the architecture. With no natural light, it was imperative to have plenty of illumination. We chose a small chandelier with a dark weathered zinc finish and driftwood beads and coordinating double light sconce. A natural rope mirror brings in the additional beach vibe and jute baskets store bathroom essentials and camouflages the plumbing. Paint is Sherwin Williams, "Deep Sea Dive".

Inspiration for a beach style powder room in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

This is an example of a traditional powder room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, white benchtops and planked wall panelling.

Inspiration for a beach style powder room in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, white benchtops, a floating vanity and planked wall panelling.

Photo of a mid-sized country powder room in Denver with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, a floating vanity and planked wall panelling.

Inspiration for a beach style powder room in Charleston with louvered cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, white benchtops, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Inspiration for a contemporary powder room in Atlanta with open cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white benchtops, a freestanding vanity, timber and planked wall panelling.

  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

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Mid-sized country powder room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops and planked wall panelling.

Design ideas for a small transitional powder room in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black walls, an undermount sink, beige benchtops, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Light and Airy shiplap bathroom was the dream for this hard working couple. The goal was to totally re-create a space that was both beautiful, that made sense functionally and a place to remind the clients of their vacation time. A peaceful oasis. We knew we wanted to use tile that looks like shiplap. A cost effective way to create a timeless look. By cladding the entire tub shower wall it really looks more like real shiplap planked walls. The center point of the room is the new window and two new rustic beams. Centered in the beams is the rustic chandelier. Design by Signature Designs Kitchen Bath Contractor ADR Design & Remodel Photos by Gail Owens

Design ideas for a small beach style powder room in San Diego with shaker cabinets, laminate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Designer: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Kistler & Knapp Builders, Inc. Landscape Architect: Lorayne Black Landscape Architect Photographer: Greg Premru Photography

We utilized the space in this powder room more efficiently by fabricating a driftwood apron- front, floating sink base. The extra counter space gives guests more room room for a purse, when powdering their nose. Chunky crown molding, painted in fresh white balances the architecture. With no natural light, it was imperative to have plenty of illumination. We chose a small chandelier with a dark weathered zinc finish and driftwood beads and coordinating double light sconce. A natural rope mirror brings in the additional beach vibe and jute baskets store bathroom essentials and camouflages the plumbing. Paint is Sherwin Williams, "Deep Sea Dive".

Powder bath with pattern tile, shiplap, Pottery Barn vanity cabinet.
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style powder room in Orlando with louvered cabinets, brown cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, blue floor, grey benchtops, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.