This contemporary wall hung vanity was custom made for the project from walnut veneers and solids. It features beveled edge door and drawer fronts, with no hardware to interrupt the clean lines and beautiful walnut grain. The vanity mirror is attached to a walnut veneer panel to match the wall hung vanity. Dual sconces by Ginger flank the mirror. Design by Christopher Wright, CR Built by WrightWorks, LLC. Photos by Christopher Wright, CR WrightWorks, LLC--a Greater Indianapolis and Carmel, IN remodeling company.

Our designers transformed this small hall bathroom into a chic powder room. The bright wallpaper creates grabs your attention and pairs perfectly with the simple quartz countertop and stylish custom vanity. Notice the custom matching shower curtain, a finishing touch that makes this bathroom shine.

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, red tile, mosaic tile, red walls, a vessel sink and quartzite benchtops.

  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 country master bathroom in Seattle with dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, quartzite benchtops, brown tile, a hinged shower door and recessed-panel cabinets.

Photo of a transitional kids bathroom in Toronto with white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, pink walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white tile, subway tile and flat-panel cabinets.

Bill Worley
Mid-sized modern master bathroom in Louisville with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, red walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

сантехника ArtCeram и Cisal. Подстолье сделано на заказ
Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in Moscow with a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, pink tile, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, black benchtops and a single vanity.

Interior Design by In-Site Interior Design Photography by Lovi Photography
Traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with mosaic tile, an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, red walls, marble floors and recessed-panel cabinets.

Master bathroom vanity area
Inspiration for a large country master bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Jay Adams
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom with flat-panel cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, red tile, stone tile and quartzite benchtops.

Geometric designer banded shade in this master bedroom. Creates a pleasing optical illusion.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Boston with brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, an open shower and brown benchtops.

One of the most striking changes one can do in a bathroom remodel is go from a tub to a walk in shower. This is a trend that is catching on and getting more and more popular with people realizing that comfort is more important in the present time than resale value is in 20 years.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass tile, red walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

A luxurious master bath can be achieved despite challenging space limitations. Quartzite counters and limestone floors combined with rich wood tones create a warm and inviting bath suite. (In-floor heat adds to the warmth here too!) Tricia Shay Photography

Mt. Washington, CA - Complete Bathroom remodel Installation of tile, vanity, countertop and a fresh paint to finish.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with open cabinets, white cabinets, red tile, quartzite benchtops, white benchtops, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, red walls, a vessel sink, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a shower curtain, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Mt. Washington, CA - Complete Bathroom remodel Installation of tile, flooring, countertop, toilet, sconces and a fresh paint to finish.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with open cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, linoleum floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, red tile, red walls, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Floor to Ceiling Built-In Linen Cabinet with Shelves Maple Lumber Cherry Finish
Inspiration for a large modern master bathroom in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, ceramic tile, quartzite benchtops and a shower curtain.

Beautifully master bathroom with gold accents and dark wood floors. Price Pfister faucets and quartz countertops
Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Charlotte with white benchtops, dark wood cabinets, a hinged shower door, flat-panel cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.