Good powder room design balances style with smart functionality. Space is at a premium, so thoughtful choices that prioritize an uncluttered look help maximize every square inch. Though small, these spaces offer a unique opportunity to make a strong design statement without overwhelming the rest of the home. Since powder rooms are isolated from other living spaces, they can afford to be a little different. Whether you lean toward dramatic wallpaper, rich stone surfaces, or minimalist modern fixtures, the powder room is the perfect place to experiment with high-impact design on a small scale. Below, we’re sharing a collection of powder room projects that highlight how even the smallest spaces can create unforgettable design moments in your home.
Like stepping into a jewelry box, this powder room combines classy gold fixtures with clean, geometric wallpaper to create a modern transitional take on art deco style. Darker wood tones and a white quartz counter add contrast around the blue, keeping this small bathroom in color balance. It's a bold look that feels grounded just as much as it feels transportive.
While the bold Schumacher dragon floral wallpaper in this powder room steals the show, the elegant vanity creates a surprising sophistication with the attention to detail in the cabinet design and the rich, vintage tone of the wood. Bronze finishes on the faucet and mirror and a gray slate tile floor, set at an angle to visually enlarge the space, create an unexpected color palette that grounds the fanciful walls.
The slender brass legs of the pedestal sink (complete with a towel bar on the side) and the use of a wall niche for shelving in this powder room allow a beautifully-finished wood floor to remain open, making the slim room feel that much larger. The brass accents and the clean white of the fixtures are smart, timeless choices that work for this feminine palette but will work just as well with other colors if the homeowner wants change.
Powder rooms don't need a lot of space, but the key is to make clever choices about the space available. In this modern bath, a chunky floating vanity becomes a style statement first, practical storage location after. A mixture of gray, gold, and medium toned wood form a neutral design that's focused on texture, form, and a contemporary clean look.
Like stepping into the ocean, this avant garde, contemporary powder room includes access from the exterior- perfect for those backyard pool parties. Modern design lines and bold patterning give this little room a variety of colors and textures to enjoy. A powder room of this caliber is a vacation-like style experience that guests will both remember and appreciate.
