Mid-sized transitional powder room in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black walls, a trough sink, marble benchtops, black benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Ladd’s Addition Bathroom

Right Arm Construction

This home was built in 1904 in the historic district of Ladd’s Addition, Portland’s oldest planned residential development. Right Arm Construction remodeled the kitchen, entryway/pantry, powder bath and main bath. Also included was structural work in the basement and upgrading the plumbing and electrical. Finishes include: Countertops for all vanities- Pental Quartz, Color: Altea Kitchen cabinetry: Custom: inlay, shaker style. Trim: CVG Fir Custom shelving in Kitchen-Fir with custom fabricated steel brackets Bath Vanities: Custom: CVG Fir Tile: United Tile Powder Bath Floor: hex tile from Oregon Tile & Marble Light Fixtures for Kitchen & Powder Room: Rejuvenation Light Fixtures Bathroom: Schoolhouse Electric Flooring: White Oak

The Ultimate Lowcountry Retreat

H2 Builders

John McManus
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Atlanta with brick floors, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, a trough sink and grey floor.

Jan Kelly

Thompson Custom Homes

Designer: Robert Dame Designs, Interior Designer: Don Connelly, Photographer: Steve Chenn
Design ideas for a transitional powder room in Houston with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a trough sink and grey benchtops.

DSTurnerTeardown

Amy Storm & Company

Design ideas for a small transitional powder room in Chicago with a two-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a trough sink and brown floor.

Chestnut Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Photography: Ben Gebo
Inspiration for a small transitional powder room in Boston with blue walls, a trough sink, solid surface benchtops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, stone tile, mosaic tile floors and white floor.

Open and Airy Highland House

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Other with grey cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, porcelain floors, a trough sink, wood benchtops, white floor, brown benchtops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Townhouse, Midhurst

Vaughan Design and Development

Inspiration for a transitional powder room in Sussex with white cabinets, green walls, a trough sink and panelled walls.

Lakeside Shingle Style Renovation

Beckwith Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Portland Maine with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, solid surface benchtops and black floor.

New Construction Design

Refined Design

Paul Nicol
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Chicago with furniture-like cabinets, brown cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and beige benchtops.

Waterford Residence Mudroom Powder Bath

Amy Carman Design

When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.

Jenkintown Basement and Powder Room

Harth Builders

This is an example of a small transitional powder room in Philadelphia with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, marble floors, a trough sink and grey floor.

East Grand Rapids Farmhouse- Parade 2017

Kenowa Builders

Stoffer Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional powder room in Grand Rapids with multi-coloured walls, a trough sink and multi-coloured floor.

Private Residence Lake Oswego, Oregon

The WhiteHouse Collection

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Portland with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops and a freestanding vanity.

Newton Modern Condominium

Janine Dowling Design Inc.

Michael Patrick Lefebvre
Design ideas for a transitional powder room in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a trough sink, grey cabinets, marble and brown floor.

Million Dollar Views

Dream Homes Inc./Daydream Incorporated

Luscious finishes in the powder bath, including Native Trails sink, waterfall faucet and fun mini pendants. Add artwork. Enjoy! Photo: Ron Ruscio
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, stone tile, limestone floors, a trough sink, granite benchtops, beige walls and dark wood cabinets.

Powder Bath

Alair Homes Dallas

This is an example of a small transitional powder room in Dallas with a trough sink, wood benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, open cabinets and brown benchtops.

Hill Cabin

Studio Frank

Interior Design- Studio Frank Contractor- Ian Evans (Evans Construction)
Transitional powder room in Denver with a trough sink.

The Summit Residence

Lori Dubrow Design

Photo of a small transitional powder room in New York with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a trough sink and black floor.

Gracious and Chic Piedmont Estate

LMB Interiors

This is an example of a large transitional powder room in San Francisco with a freestanding vanity, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a trough sink, wallpaper, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops and white benchtops.

Transitional Powder Room Design Ideas with a Trough Sink

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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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!