By Alexa Erickson
Make a statement in this small but purposeful space in the house
A Place to Experiment
The powder room may not be front and center in the home, but that makes it even more exciting to be creative with it. It’s a place to take risks with graphic wallpaper, intriguing artwork, bold hues, stylish light fixtures, and cool mirrors. We’ve rounded up inspiration to transform your powder room into a decorative masterpiece.
Shiplap Walls
Replicate the adventurous feel of a small room on a ship by transforming a powder room into a nautical space with shiplap, hung either vertically or horizontally. Keep it simple with a round mirror that’s like a window to the water.
Minimalist
If the goal of decorating your powder room is to make it appear clean and simple, a minimalist approach is the way to go. Paint the walls a calming shade of white, and use shades of brown, beige, and grey to combine sleekness with warmth. Skip features like artwork and trinkets for a truly minimalist approach.
Geometric Gem
Looking for an Instagram-worthy bathroom? Look no further than this bold geometric gem. Vibrant orange in striking stripes bounce off the wall, especially when contrasted with a simple white vanity.
Simple Wallpaper
Keep it classy while showing off a touch of boldness with a simple wallpaper design. A white base with a small, widely spaced graphic element offers an intriguing appearance without being too flashy.
Antique Vanity
Bold, intricate antiques aren’t just for a decadent dining room or study. An antique-looking vanity or a true antique piece of furniture that’s been repurposed transforms a powder room into a luxurious small room that’s fit for royalty.
White and Bright
A powder room doesn’t need windows to be white and bright. From the floor to the ceiling, bright white paint and materials create a crisp, clean, and seemingly spacious room. Bright light bounces off the walls to add even more openness.
Statement Wallpaper
Get graphic with a bold wallpaper. Bright colors and artistic designs combine to create a statement that will have you keeping the door open when the powder room is not in use for a pop of color when you walk by. Keep other design elements at a minimum so as not to clash with the wallpaper.
Slim Pedestal Sink
To show off more of the walls and floor and make the most of a small room, install a slim pedestal sink. The freestanding concept is especially useful for creating the illusion of a bigger powder room.
Tile Everything
A tiny powder room with a narrow shape requires innovation to help open it up. Combine design, simplicity, and spaciousness with all-white floor-to-ceiling tile. Built-in cabinetry keeps the room from feeling cluttered.
Double Mirror
A mirror is one of the easiest ways to add style to any space. Use double mirrors over a vanity in the powder room to create the look of a double sink design. Just because you don’t have the space doesn’t mean you can’t hack it!
Vintage Style
If a touch of history is what you’re after, style a powder room with vintage touches. Start with a wood floor, add a marble vanity, install wainscoting and floral wallpaper, and complete the look with a tray ceiling.
