This tiny powder bath is a sparkling little gem in the center of the home.

Photo Credit: Amy Barkow | Barkow Photo, Lighting Design: LOOP Lighting, Interior Design: Blankenship Design, General Contractor: Constructomics LLC

Contemporary Addition

Eagleview Construction

El ático de Mariona

Lupe Clemente Fotografía

Pfuner Design, Oceanfront Penthouse

Pfuner Design - Miami Interior Designers

Luxurious high-rise living in Miami Interior Design: Renata Pfuner

Sleek Metallic Contemporary Golf Residence

Annie Santulli Designs

Richmond bathrooms

Jasmine McClelland Design

It was important to create a powder room that guests would love! The client was really open to having a bit of fun in this space. We chose an interesting geometric tile with some lovely pale pink and copper tones. We had a custom sized vanity made by Nood Co and used black finishes throughout to create a strong contrast The challenge of the space was it had no natural light. We made up for this by adding in some really lovely warm lighting on a dimmer, completing the elegant and moody feel.

Traditional with a Twist

Wiles Design Group

Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/

New Farm Penthouse - Brisbane

D'Cruz Design Group

Millwood

Monaco Interiors

This fun modern blue powder room is a true contemporary mediterranean inspired space. With a round metal pedestal sink in multi-toned blue shades, and similar coloured penny tile on a feature wall, the space is both highly defined and highly designed.

Springfield Renovation

Dwellings LLC

Powder Room

Greenwood Baths

Oliver Designs

Powder Room Make Over

Massey Interiors

Ive said it before and Ill say it again, powder rooms are my favorite. This is going to be very dramatic. We will be painting the walls and ceiling, BM Days End. The floor will be this beautiful 9" Hex tile from Wayfair. hanging in the middle is this dramatic 29" globe chandelier. The vanity is by MTI and is white and very sleek. Cant wait to get going on this one.

Blue Hour

Ann Lowengart Interiors

The "blue hour" is that magical time of day when sunlight scatters and the sky becomes a deep shade of blue. For this Mediterranean-style Sea Cliff home from the 1920s, we took our design inspiration from the twilight period that inspired artists and photographers. The living room features moody blues and neutral shades on the main floor. We selected contemporary furnishings and modern art for this active family of five. Upstairs are the bedrooms and a home office, while downstairs, a media room, and wine cellar provide a place for adults and young children to relax and play.

Bathroom Remodels

ProCare Contracting & Remodeling

Grant Park Condo Renovation - Minneapolis

Fox Interiors

Greenville Avalon

Cypress Homes, Inc.

Powder room featuring a shiplap accent wall with a large round mirror

Cottage House

Mojo

Roger D'Souza

Luxury Living at Jade Ocean PHv

Pfuner Design - Miami Interior Designers

Pfuner Design, Miami - Oceanfront Penthouse

Contemporary Powder Room Design Ideas with a Pedestal 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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!