Bathrooms
July 25, 2015
Photo Gallery: 20 Small Bathrooms
Compact spaces that do more with less.
A modern look with character and depth.
Though homeowner Carl Lapointe’s Montreal loft is only 540 square feet, he didn’t shy away from adding big and bold design elements. In his principal bath, he selected a richly-grained zebrano wood vanity and inky Brazilian slate tiles that stand out against white walls.
Find more inspiration in our photo gallery of 20 Small Bathrooms.
Sharp black accents punctuate this airy space.
Designer Jenna Cadieux gave this petite family bathroom a tailored look by sticking to a timeless colour palette on the walls, shower curtain and floor tiles. The roman blind — a steal at just $17 — lets in plenty of natural light, while still offering privacy.
Find more inspiration in our photo gallery of 20 Small Bathrooms.
A quirky blend of print and shine.
Deep blue trim, splatter-print wallpaper and tiny birds on roman blinds give this small bathroom lots of personality. Hits of warm gold and brass on the ornate mirror, picture frame and ruby-lined pendant help balance the cool colour palette.
Graphic wallpaper makes a strong statement.
Geometric wallpaper by David Hicks adds bold pattern to this main-floor powder room. Designer Sara Bellamy brought in a tailored navy vanity and simpler fixtures to balance the effect and keep the room from looking too busy.
A thoughtful and cheerful redesign.
Once a cramped and dated space, style editor Stacey Smithers’ bathroom is now bright, fresh and efficient. A new built-in linen closet (behind door) provides welcome storage, while a floating vanity and toilet establish a lighter look. Hanging the shower curtain close to the ceiling also helps emphasize the room’s height, while adding a burst of lively colour.
Tour this bathroom on Online TV, plus find more inspiration in our photo gallery of 20 Small Bathrooms.
A streamlined space with pretty details.
In her renovated bathroom, senior design editor Sarah Hartill went with a clean-lined double vanity and soft, grey-veined wall tile. A large photograph of floating lily pads, shot by Michael Graydon, makes a beautiful and unique finishing touch.
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Dark grasscloth wallpaper is warm and cocooning.
This small bathroom feels cosy and intimate thanks to its dark walls and wood flooring. It also features an antique pine sink and industrial brass sconces that impart a timeless beauty.
A pale blue ceiling draws the eye up, creating the illusion of height.
White subway tile on the walls and graphic hexagonal floor tile ($4.26/sq.ft.) give the bathroom a durable, water-tight shell. Design editor Sarah Hartill adapted two tall pantry cupboards to fit the narrow spaces flanking the tub. A navy and white window shade ($7/m) and funky shower curtain lend a cheerful vibe. A slip-covered stool ($50) is easy to wash and gives homeowners Rachel and Greg Meikle a comfortable place to sit during the kids’ bath time.
For more ideas, browse our Budget Bathroom Makeover photo gallery, our gallery of 20 Small Bathrooms, or see a video tour of this bathroom in our Online TV segment.
Elegant details shine in this sweet bathroom.
Toronto designer Theresa Casey pulled out all the stops in this pretty powder room, going with gold-toned hardware, a rich marble countertop and sculptural sink. Petite spaces like this are great opportunities to try out more extravagant tilework, like the glazed ceramic pattern seen here, as you only need to cover a few square feet.
For more ideas, check out our gallery of 20 Small Bathrooms.
A mirrored medicine cabinet is a classic and simple storage solution.
To make this small bathroom feel larger and brighter, design editor Joel Bray went with a crisp white palette on the walls, tile and vanity, and mounted a large medicine cabinet to neatly house everyday essentials.
A compact space with rustic character.
Painted out in a soothing putty tone, the trimwork in designer Philip Mitchell’s main-floor bath looks charming — not overwhelming. A deep farmhouse sink and bi-fold shutters enhance the space’s pastoral appeal, while marine sconces are a nod to the home’s Maritime location.
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Unique details elevate an all-white space.
Stylist Sasha Seymour brought in an exotic faux-bamboo mirror, retrofitted wood-and-marble vanity, and intricate mosaic-style floor tiles to give her small guest bathroom a more memorable look.
A soothing, hotel-inspired space.
Shades of white and grey create a soft and serene atmosphere in this bathroom, while a large mirror and glass shower enclosure create an open feel. A combination of recessed lights and sconces ensure this windowless room feels bright and inviting.
Small rooms are ideal places to experiment with whimsical pattern.
In this tiny powder room, quiet floor tile and simple fixtures allow the unexpected snowflake-print wallpaper to take centre stage. A framed flag — picked up for a dollar at a thrift store — adds a quick hit of colour.
A clever reno and crisp colour palette defy this room’s subterranean location.
Placing this shower beside the plumbing shaft made room for a freestanding sink in the small bathroom. New plumbing was added in the laundry room, and the HVAC ducts were raised into the ceiling joists to allow for as much headroom as possible.
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A pretty and traditional main-floor bathroom.
With its petite sconces, subtle tree-print wallpaper and streamlined vanity, this powder room has a delicate and uncluttered appeal. Chrome accents bring a little sparkle to the compact room.
A sleek and functional vanity design.
A miniature floating vanity is an ideal solution for bathrooms where floor space is at a premium. This one has a particularly modern look, with clean lines and a graphic black cabinet.
Pops of shine upgrade this black and white bath.
Gleaming chrome fixtures, an intricate mirror and polished metal dresser bounce light around this basement bathroom, giving it a bright and opulent effect.
Meg Crossley’s charming bathroom reno.
H&H interiors director Meg Crossley transformed her dingy basement bathroom by applying fresh, blue-painted panelling. Hits of black on the mirror and iron sconces punctuate the lighter-toned space.
A small space that puts natural materials on show.
Antler sconces and pulls made from oyster-harvesting sticks give this bathroom a unique and outdoorsy look, while a Belgian bluestone counter and backsplash look pulled from a luxurious spa.