PJ and Company Staging and Interior Decorating

After gutting this bathroom, we created an updated look with details such as crown molding, built-in shelving, new vanity and contemporary lighting. Jeff Kaufman Photography

Bellevue New Construction

Beverly Bradshaw Interiors

Dale Lang NW ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Powder room - mid-sized transitional stone slab dark wood floor powder room idea in Phoenix with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a vessel sink, marble countertops and a wall-mount toilet

MODERN BELGIAN FARMHOUSE, CONNECTICUT

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles
Example of a mid-sized transitional gray tile and stone slab porcelain tile and gray floor powder room design in New York with white cabinets, marble countertops, beaded inset cabinets, white walls and gray countertops

San Francisco Sunset

Marin Cabinet Studio, Inc

White and bright combines with natural elements for a serene San Francisco Sunset Neighborhood experience.
Small transitional white tile and stone slab medium tone wood floor and gray floor powder room photo in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

The Estate at Maple Hill Farm

Clarity Home Interiors

Chi Chi Ubinia
Small transitional gray tile and stone slab powder room photo in New York with gray walls

Hillsborough Residence

Libby Raab Architecture

Powder Room with walnut cabinets and granite countertop. Photo by Paul Dyer
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional gray tile and stone slab brown floor and light wood floor powder room remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

Transitional Palo Alto Home

Vanessa McBride Design

Eric Rorer
Inspiration for a small transitional stone slab medium tone wood floor powder room remodel in San Francisco with gray cabinets, an undermount sink, marble countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Traditional Powder Room

The Design Firm

This Dramatic traditional powder room includes all the elements to give the clients a unexpected experience. Notice the carefully selected colors, the lighting, the texture of the floor and the walls all come together to create the stunning powder room experience our client guest will not forget.

Transitional

Sherri Spykerman Interiors

A creative spin on a half bathroom meant to feel outdoors, yet contemporary.
Powder room - transitional black and white tile and stone slab light wood floor and beige floor powder room idea in Denver with a wall-mount toilet, black walls, an integrated sink and marble countertops

The Family House in the Hills

Cindy Smetana Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional gray tile and stone slab light wood floor powder room remodel in Orange County with furniture-like cabinets, an integrated sink, concrete countertops and gray countertops

Bath

Ellen Roche Architect PLLC

Mark Samu
Inspiration for a small transitional beige tile, brown tile and stone slab slate floor and beige floor powder room remodel in New York with open cabinets, beige cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a wall-mount sink, solid surface countertops and white countertops

Schaumburg Whole Townhome Remodel

LMR Designs, LLC

Complete Townhome Remodel- Beautiful refreshing clean lines from Floor to Ceiling, A monochromatic color scheme of white, cream, gray with hints of blue and grayish-green and mixed brushed nickel and chrome fixtures. Kitchen, 2 1/2 Bathrooms, Staircase, Halls, Den, Bedrooms. Ted Glasoe

West Los Angeles Mansion (Traditional Style) 4

MSH Design, Inc.

Large transitional beige tile and stone slab limestone floor powder room photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, limestone countertops and brown walls

Modern Ralph Lauren Ranch with a twist of the west

Susy McBride Design

Treve Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional orange tile and stone slab dark wood floor and brown floor powder room remodel in San Francisco with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, orange walls, a pedestal sink and granite countertops

Schaumburg Whole Townhome Remodel

LMR Designs, LLC

Old Cypress Pointe - Lot 4

PB Built

Ron Rosenzweig
Example of a large transitional brown tile and stone slab powder room design in Miami with louvered cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, a vessel sink and marble countertops

Renovation to make room for the Extended Family on West Lake

3D Builders

Powder room - small transitional beige tile and stone slab porcelain tile and beige floor powder room idea in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

Coastal Craftsman

KBG Design

Mid-sized transitional white tile and stone slab powder room photo in San Diego with furniture-like cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink and marble countertops

Alpine Ridge Project

Westco Carpets & Interiors

Inspiration for a small transitional gray tile and stone slab brick floor and brown floor powder room remodel in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Ohai Estates Hawaii

Three Roses Interiors

Powder room - small transitional stone slab concrete floor powder room idea in Hawaii with a vessel sink and yellow walls

Transitional Stone Slab Powder Room Ideas

Even though transitional powder rooms are simple spaces, their placement near the kitchen or living room makes them one of the most frequently used. Also known as a half bath, this space contains only a toilet and sink and is often on the main floor for guests to use when visiting. This tight space can be mighty tricky to get right, so keep the following tips in mind while browsing transitional powder room ideas to ensure you make yours perfect:

What materials should I use in my transitional powder room remodel?

Despite being fairly basic, you can easily make this small bathroom interesting by incorporating unique fixtures, using a variety of materials and adding fun decor. It's great to experiment with different materials, but beware of overkill here. A transitional half bath is so small that too many patterns and textures can quickly overwhelm the space. When picking out materials for powder rooms, avoid combining multiple statement pieces; for example, a bold mosaic tile backsplash and a patterned tile floor can cause a disjointed, choppy design. Instead, pick one statement element, like a fun backsplash, countertop or vanity, and opt for subtle materials, like stone, marble or granite, for the rest.

How do I decorate my transitional powder room?

Similar to materials, avoid a cluttered final product by keeping transitional powder room decor fairly low key — less is more. Opt for a subtle wall or tile color and add hints of personality with artwork or accent wallpaper. Hand towels and bath accessories are also a perfect way to squeeze in some visual interest without over decorating. Try to incorporate one or two fun transitional powder room ideas, like an oversized sink, funky mirror or dramatic ceiling light. And don't forget about the hardware! In such a tight spot, cabinet pulls and faucets can truly make or break your transitional half bath decor. Don’t get too hung up on making this step of the process permanent; there are plenty of powder room decorating ideas just waiting for you to get that redecorating itch.

What’s the best layout for powder rooms?

When planning the layout of a transitional half bathroom there are three major objects to consider: the door, toilet and sink. If you have a space large enough to accommodate the door swing of typical hinged door, that will be the easiest option for most powder room designs. Otherwise you can go with something that has less (or no) swing, like double doors or pocket doors — these will give you more options in terms of toilet and sink placement. Toilets come in multiple configurations too, so see what will look best and fit within the powder room design you currently have. Wall mounted toilets can save a few inches, as well as make the entire room feel more spacious. Be sure to know the building codes in your area, as toilets do have minimum clearance requirements that can affect your desired layout. If you’re not sure about straying away from a typical toilet, browse powder room pictures to see how others have solved this dilemma. When it comes to the sink, you’ll want to start with the more compact choices, like a pedestal or wall mounted sink. You won’t need much storage in typical powder room designs, so only go with a full blown vanity if you have the square footage to work with. Overall, the layout should provide enough room to move around so that guests don’t feel cramped, despite the lack of space. The best powder room ideas strike a balance between great design and flawless functionality, so be sure you put in big effort to this small space.