Small transitional white tile and subway tile porcelain tile and black floor powder room photo in New York with a one-piece toilet, white walls and a console sink

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in San Francisco

Inspiration for a contemporary multicolored tile black floor and double-sink alcove shower remodel in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a niche and a floating vanity

In Southern California there are pockets of darling cottages built in the early 20th century that we like to call jewelry boxes. They are quaint, full of charm and usually a bit cramped. Our clients have a growing family and needed a modern, functional home. They opted for a renovation that directly addressed their concerns. When we first saw this 2,170 square-foot 3-bedroom beach cottage, the front door opened directly into a staircase and a dead-end hallway. The kitchen was cramped, the living room was claustrophobic and everything felt dark and dated. The big picture items included pitching the living room ceiling to create space and taking down a kitchen wall. We added a French oven and luxury range that the wife had always dreamed about, a custom vent hood, and custom-paneled appliances. We added a downstairs half-bath for guests (entirely designed around its whimsical wallpaper) and converted one of the existing bathrooms into a Jack-and-Jill, connecting the kids’ bedrooms, with double sinks and a closed-off toilet and shower for privacy. In the bathrooms, we added white marble floors and wainscoting. We created storage throughout the home with custom-cabinets, new closets and built-ins, such as bookcases, desks and shelving. White Sands Design/Build furnished the entire cottage mostly with commissioned pieces, including a custom dining table and upholstered chairs. We updated light fixtures and added brass hardware throughout, to create a vintage, bo-ho vibe. The best thing about this cottage is the charming backyard accessory dwelling unit (ADU), designed in the same style as the larger structure. In order to keep the ADU it was necessary to renovate less than 50% of the main home, which took some serious strategy, otherwise the non-conforming ADU would need to be torn out. We renovated the bathroom with white walls and pine flooring, transforming it into a get-away that will grow with the girls.

Black and White bathroom with forest green vanity cabinets.
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, white floor, single-sink and wallpaper bathroom design in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Gibeon Photography. Roll and Hill Superordinate Antler Chandelier. Kallista One Wall Sconces.
Example of a mountain style bathroom design in Denver

Example of a mid-sized classic master gray tile and subway tile porcelain tile bathroom design in New York with brown walls

White and grey bathroom with a printed tile made this bathroom feel warm and cozy. Wall scones, gold mirrors and a mix of gold and silver accessories brought this bathroom to life.

Mid-sized transitional kids' white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, gray floor and double-sink bathroom photo in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a wall-mount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Inspiration for a transitional powder room remodel in Minneapolis

Eclectic powder room photo in New York with gray walls and a pedestal sink

Example of a trendy bathroom design in Boston

The basement bathroom features a frameless glass shower wrapped in dark tile, with a wood niche for storing shower products. Photo by Scott Norsworthy

Example of a french country bathroom design in Dallas

Example of a trendy bathroom design in Dallas

Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in Seattle

A modern yet welcoming master bathroom with . Photographed by Thomas Kuoh Photography.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master white tile and stone tile marble floor and white floor bathroom remodel in San Francisco with medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an integrated sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and flat-panel cabinets

Bathroom - mid-century modern bathroom idea in Nashville