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Powder Room Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and Soapstone Benchtops

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The Stanwood Estate Barn
The Stanwood Estate Barn
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
The beautiful, old barn on this Topsfield estate was at risk of being demolished. Before approaching Mathew Cummings, the homeowner had met with several architects about the structure, and they had all told her that it needed to be torn down. Thankfully, for the sake of the barn and the owner, Cummings Architects has a long and distinguished history of preserving some of the oldest timber framed homes and barns in the U.S. Once the homeowner realized that the barn was not only salvageable, but could be transformed into a new living space that was as utilitarian as it was stunning, the design ideas began flowing fast. In the end, the design came together in a way that met all the family’s needs with all the warmth and style you’d expect in such a venerable, old building. On the ground level of this 200-year old structure, a garage offers ample room for three cars, including one loaded up with kids and groceries. Just off the garage is the mudroom – a large but quaint space with an exposed wood ceiling, custom-built seat with period detailing, and a powder room. The vanity in the powder room features a vanity that was built using salvaged wood and reclaimed bluestone sourced right on the property. Original, exposed timbers frame an expansive, two-story family room that leads, through classic French doors, to a new deck adjacent to the large, open backyard. On the second floor, salvaged barn doors lead to the master suite which features a bright bedroom and bath as well as a custom walk-in closet with his and hers areas separated by a black walnut island. In the master bath, hand-beaded boards surround a claw-foot tub, the perfect place to relax after a long day. In addition, the newly restored and renovated barn features a mid-level exercise studio and a children’s playroom that connects to the main house. From a derelict relic that was slated for demolition to a warmly inviting and beautifully utilitarian living space, this barn has undergone an almost magical transformation to become a beautiful addition and asset to this stately home.
Lighthouse Bay- Powder Room
Lighthouse Bay- Powder Room
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Interior Designer: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Youngblood Builders Photographer: Greg Premru Photography
This is an example of a small beach style powder room in Boston with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, light hardwood floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor and black benchtops.
Industrial Rustic Powder Room
Industrial Rustic Powder Room
Esslinger Design CompanyEsslinger Design Company
Small industrial powder room with distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and white walls.
Mountain Star Custom Home
Mountain Star Custom Home
Sarah Carr DesignSarah Carr Design
Ric Stovall
Mid-sized transitional powder room in Denver with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops and brown floor.
Adams Farm Road Mudroom Bath
Adams Farm Road Mudroom Bath
SIR DevelopmentSIR Development
Dan Murdoch Photography
Traditional powder room in New York with distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls and porcelain floors.
Homearama 2016
Homearama 2016
Castlebuilt HomesCastlebuilt Homes
Photo of a transitional powder room in Louisville with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops and grey benchtops.
Upscale Beach House
Upscale Beach House
JAB Design GroupJAB Design Group
This is an example of a beach style powder room in Other with distressed cabinets, gray tile, limestone, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and a built-in vanity.
Industrial Rustic Powder Room
Industrial Rustic Powder Room
Esslinger Design CompanyEsslinger Design Company
Small industrial powder room with distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and white walls.
Homearama 2016
Homearama 2016
Castlebuilt HomesCastlebuilt Homes
This is an example of a transitional powder room in Louisville with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops and grey benchtops.

Powder Room Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and Soapstone 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 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.

What’s the best way to collate small bathroom ideas?

Browse the photos on Houzz for small bathroom designs, and get acquainted with the specialist behind your favourite picks. You can bookmark and share your favourite photos with everyone involved in your renovation, and click through to Related Photos to broaden your scope. For even more powder room and small bathroom ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

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 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 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!
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