After purchasing this Sunnyvale home several years ago, it was finally time to create the home of their dreams for this young family. With a wholly reimagined floorplan and primary suite addition, this home now serves as headquarters for this busy family. The wall between the kitchen, dining, and family room was removed, allowing for an open concept plan, perfect for when kids are playing in the family room, doing homework at the dining table, or when the family is cooking. The new kitchen features tons of storage, a wet bar, and a large island. The family room conceals a small office and features custom built-ins, which allows visibility from the front entry through to the backyard without sacrificing any separation of space. The primary suite addition is spacious and feels luxurious. The bathroom hosts a large shower, freestanding soaking tub, and a double vanity with plenty of storage. The kid's bathrooms are playful while still being guests to use. Blues, greens, and neutral tones are featured throughout the home, creating a consistent color story. Playful, calm, and cheerful tones are in each defining area, making this the perfect family house.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Powder Room in dark green glazed tile
This is an example of a small traditional powder room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green tile, ceramic tile, green walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and brick walls.

Wallpaper - Feldspar, Emerald City
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Austin with wallpaper, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a built-in vanity, blue walls, wood benchtops and grey benchtops.

The powder room mirror that's hexagon shaped from Home Sense. Matte gold light fixture from Wayfair and faucet from Splashes Andrew Sheret in Nanaimo. Hexagon gray porcelain floor tile with hexagon door knobs from Wayfair. Countertop is LG Viatera Minuet Quartz

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury powder room in DC Metro with furniture-like cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, green tile, porcelain tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, green floor, white benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Photo of a small traditional powder room in Moscow with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Ein überraschendes Gäste-WC auf kleinstem Raum. Die harmonische, natürliche Farbgebung in Kombination mit dem 3-dimensionalem Wandbild aus echten Gräsern und Moosen sorgt für Wohlfühlatmosphäre am stillen Örtchen. Der Spiegel, im reduziertem Design, erhellt nicht nur indirekt die Wand, sondern auch mit weichem Licht von vorne das Gesicht, ganz ohne Schlagschatten. Er ist zusätzlich mit farbigem LED-Licht versehen, mit denen sich bunte Lichtinszenierungen gestalten lassen.

  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

Inspiration for a small beach style powder room in Orange County with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, green floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts powder room in Oklahoma City with green cabinets, slate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Le projet Gaîté est une rénovation totale d’un appartement de 85m2. L’appartement avait baigné dans son jus plusieurs années, il était donc nécessaire de procéder à une remise au goût du jour. Nous avons conservé les emplacements tels quels. Seul un petit ajustement a été fait au niveau de l’entrée pour créer une buanderie. Le vert, couleur tendance 2020, domine l’esthétique de l’appartement. On le retrouve sur les façades de la cuisine signées Bocklip, sur les murs en peinture, ou par touche sur le papier peint et les éléments de décoration. Les espaces s’ouvrent à travers des portes coulissantes ou la verrière permettant à la lumière de circuler plus librement.

Classic Modern new construction powder bath featuring a warm, earthy palette, brass fixtures, and wood paneling.
Photo of a small traditional powder room in San Francisco with furniture-like cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, beige benchtops, a built-in vanity and panelled walls.

Builder: Michels Homes Interior Design: Talla Skogmo Interior Design Cabinetry Design: Megan at Michels Homes Photography: Scott Amundson Photography
Photo of a mid-sized beach style powder room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green tile, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, brown floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Master bathroom with a dual walk-in shower with large distinctive veining tile, with pops of gold and green. Large double vanity with features of a backlit LED mirror and widespread faucets.

Powder Room update from dated 80's to timeless elegance with a pop of color in a green lacquered vanity, William Morris paper and marble floor.
Photo of a small traditional powder room in Other with green cabinets, marble floors, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Our St. Pete studio designed this stunning pied-à-terre for a couple looking for a luxurious retreat in the city. Our studio went all out with colors, textures, and materials that evoke five-star luxury and comfort in keeping with their request for a resort-like home with modern amenities. In the vestibule that the elevator opens to, we used a stylish black and beige palm leaf patterned wallpaper that evokes the joys of Gulf Coast living. In the adjoining foyer, we used stylish wainscoting to create depth and personality to the space, continuing the millwork into the dining area. We added bold emerald green velvet chairs in the dining room, giving them a charming appeal. A stunning chandelier creates a sharp focal point, and an artistic fawn sculpture makes for a great conversation starter around the dining table. We ensured that the elegant green tone continued into the stunning kitchen and cozy breakfast nook through the beautiful kitchen island and furnishings. In the powder room, too, we went with a stylish black and white wallpaper and green vanity, which adds elegance and luxe to the space. In the bedrooms, we used a calm, neutral tone with soft furnishings and light colors that induce relaxation and rest. --- Pamela Harvey Interiors offers interior design services in St. Petersburg and Tampa, and throughout Florida's Suncoast area, from Tarpon Springs to Naples, including Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and Sarasota. For more about Pamela Harvey Interiors, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/portfolio-galleries/chic-modern-sarasota-condo

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary powder room in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Dark, atmospheric cloakroom
Mid-sized traditional powder room in Dorset with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor, turquoise benchtops, a built-in vanity and panelled walls.