Five Designers’ Top Tips for Bathroom Design
Need some inspiration? Start here.
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1/5Photograph by Joseph De Leo, courtesy Rigg Design"I think bathroom vanities look best when they float above the ground. I like using a matte tile on the floor because it doesn't get slippery and it handles wear and tear much better. It's always nice to bring vintage fixtures into the bathroom to make the space special. For double vanities, I like two separate mirrors with three lights; it's more flattering." – Sally RiggPhotograph by Joseph De Leo, courtesy Rigg Design"I think bathroom vanities look best when they float above the ground. I like using a matte tile on the floor because it doesn't get slippery and it handles wear and tear much better. It's always nice to bring vintage fixtures into the bathroom to make the space special. For double vanities, I like two separate mirrors with three lights; it's more flattering." – Sally Rigg
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2/5Photograph by Carmel Brantley“Don't be afraid to use a fun wallpaper, as it can create a jewel box out of a smaller space. Another tip would be to splurge on plumbing fixtures, as the finish can make or break the space.” – Jennifer HunterPhotograph by Carmel Brantley“Don't be afraid to use a fun wallpaper, as it can create a jewel box out of a smaller space. Another tip would be to splurge on plumbing fixtures, as the finish can make or break the space.” – Jennifer Hunter
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3/5Photograph by Jane Beiles"A simple, white dolomite bathroom can be made interesting with a geometric tile on the floor. An airy bathroom with clean lines is always timeless. We love to steal space from side walls for medicine cabinets. It is a great way to add storage. Always consider heated towel racks right outside the shower and don't forget to add well positioned hooks. If space is limited, add the hooks to the glass.” – Morgan Harrison HomePhotograph by Jane Beiles"A simple, white dolomite bathroom can be made interesting with a geometric tile on the floor. An airy bathroom with clean lines is always timeless. We love to steal space from side walls for medicine cabinets. It is a great way to add storage. Always consider heated towel racks right outside the shower and don't forget to add well positioned hooks. If space is limited, add the hooks to the glass.” – Morgan Harrison Home
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4/5Courtesy of Nancy Davilman"Don’t be afraid to think outside the box, challenge your design limits, and do something that you love! If you love the overall vibe of your bathroom as well as the specific tiles, fixtures, and vanity that you selected, then you don’t have to think about trends and fads. Your choices will always make you happy and your happiness is what is of paramount importance." - Nancy DavilmanCourtesy of Nancy Davilman"Don’t be afraid to think outside the box, challenge your design limits, and do something that you love! If you love the overall vibe of your bathroom as well as the specific tiles, fixtures, and vanity that you selected, then you don’t have to think about trends and fads. Your choices will always make you happy and your happiness is what is of paramount importance." - Nancy Davilman
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5/5Photograph by Amy VischioWhen it comes to designing your dream bath, I say dream big... even in a small space. Do not look at the bath as something to consider for resale, because in the end, everybody has their own dreams. When choosing things that you love to incorporate, I recommend layering those choices in an abundance—whether it be color or stone or wood. For example, if you’re going with a wood cabinet, incorporate that wood in a ceiling detail or in a wall detail. If you’re committing to color, try it on the cabinet, on the ceiling, and in a wallpaper. If you’re obsessed with a stone, layer it on a back wall, a vanity top, and incorporate it into the shower. All of these approaches can be budget friendly, as long as they are echoed in the detail and are embraced in the bathroom. – Karen BowPhotograph by Amy VischioWhen it comes to designing your dream bath, I say dream big... even in a small space. Do not look at the bath as something to consider for resale, because in the end, everybody has their own dreams. When choosing things that you love to incorporate, I recommend layering those choices in an abundance—whether it be color or stone or wood. For example, if you’re going with a wood cabinet, incorporate that wood in a ceiling detail or in a wall detail. If you’re committing to color, try it on the cabinet, on the ceiling, and in a wallpaper. If you’re obsessed with a stone, layer it on a back wall, a vanity top, and incorporate it into the shower. All of these approaches can be budget friendly, as long as they are echoed in the detail and are embraced in the bathroom. – Karen Bow
