Brad Carr, B-Rad Studios
Example of a large classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Example of a large classic formal and open concept dark wood floor living room design in New York with beige walls

Elegant l-shaped kitchen photo in Sacramento with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

DESIGNED BY TOC design CONSTRUCTION BY TOC design & Construction inc. PHOTOS BY : Tania Scardellato I was fortunate to have a young family approach me in desperate need to renovate there only 3 piece bathroom. This space was In dire need of a remodel, with old brown wall to wall tiles and a dated bulky yellow brown single sink vanity. Storage was a must, lighting a necessity, and proper accessibility to the shower bath area. We had a tight budget to respect, but a full gut of this bathroom was required. And a good thing too, once we started doing the demolition we noticed that mildew and rotting floors and walls had accumulated throughout the years. Doing it right the first time is no joke when dealing with water and electrical issues. We discarded all reminisce of old and built from scratch, new walls, new plumbing, new electrical ,new insulation and a new window, a new fan that actually exhausted outside ( I say this laughing as you would be amazed at how many fans are installed but don’t exhaust outside, and you the client would never know unless you go inside the attic space. Once all the hard stuff was done, the rest is just a matter of smart design. If you have a small bathroom here are some tips to guide you. 10 tips for making a small bathroom feel larger Is your tiny bathroom cramping your functionality and style, leaving you longing for the enormous bathrooms gracing the pages of design magazines? Even if your bathroom is a fraction of the size, all it takes is some design savvy to make the most of the space you have. Consider these 10 smart tips that will help your bathroom look, feel and function like those larger contenders. 1-Get creative with corners Space is at a premium in small bathrooms, so it's important to maximize every inch. Corners, for example, provide extra space for shelving, storage units and even hooks. Get creative and install unique design solutions that are not only functional, but also eye-catching. If you love the airiness of floating cabinets, add baskets or decorative boxes under for extra storage. If you are installing floating cabinets insure that they are installed securely to studs or plywood at wall. 2- Let solid colors shine Busy patterns have a shrinking effect and make small bathrooms seem even smaller. Conversely, light natural hues make a space feel more open. If you're itching to get creative with design, experiment with textures but keep overpowering patterns to a minimum. Tone on tone is the best to achieve this. 3 - Maximize your bathtub A bathtub takes up a significant portion of the room, but modern, compact options with curved basins, can make the tub feel larger when in use, all while conserving space. 4 - Select a smaller faucet A faucet is jewelry for the bathroom. And just as accessories can overpower an outfit, a big bulky faucet isn't flattering in a small bath. Single-handle designs conserve counter space, while a wall-mount installation frees it up all together and can create quite the wow-factor, if the budget can accommodate the required changes to plumbing behind the wall. 5 - Make vanity storage simple If you're in a storage war with your small bathroom, you're not alone in the battle. Toiletries and personal supplies without a place to call home only add clutter and chaos. Store smart with a space-saving vanity, the dual sink vanity shown here, looks quite simple, but in reality it has 4 sets of full extension drawers, and the vanity tower adds extra storage without overpowering the use of space. 6 - Show off the shower Shower curtains may be pretty, but they interrupt the visual flow of a bathing space and make it feel significantly smaller. In bathrooms with small footprints, opt for a clear glass sliding shower door that doesn't require the clearance of one with a hinged design. Or as shown in this design and for fraction less expensive a half hinged panel installed on a fixed tempered glass panel. If you're embarking on a big remodel, create the illusion of more space by using same tile in the shower that's used throughout; instead of seeing them as two separate zones, the eye will read them as one. 7 - Discover the treasure of hidden storage Work with a contractor, and you just might find some serious storage potential hidden behind your walls. Whether it's utilizing space between the studs for shallow shelving or a creating a small linen closet by annexing space from an adjacent room, even small additions can make a big difference. 8 - Focal Point Tile is a beautiful, durable addition to any bathroom. For dainty spaces, consider installing tile at a diagonal to accentuate the focal point or as in this bathroom I used an oversized textured pattern to bring depth to the space at the window wall. 9 - Choose the right lights Strategically install light to reflect and brighten a small bathroom to make it appear larger. Recessed lighting is an affordable solution for tiny rooms, offering ample light while taking up little space. Wall sconces alongside a mirror also reflect off the walls and make a room feel bright and airy. I always recommend going with LED lighting at 2800 to 3000K. 10 – Accessorize This is your time to shine in your decorating skills, have fun with your towels, you can change the color scheme daily just by adding pops of color in your accessories, make sure to get items that serve a dual purpose, like baskets, boxes they can always be used as hampers, storing of towels and even a nice display for your guest.

Photography: Dustin Halleck
Example of a transitional formal dark wood floor living room design in Chicago with beige walls, no fireplace and no tv

Robb Sievrson
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a transitional bathroom design in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, solid surface countertops and white countertops

Corner shower - large transitional master pink tile and glass tile concrete floor, blue floor and single-sink corner shower idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a bidet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a niche and a floating vanity

Transitional family room photo in Boston

Austin Buck
Inspiration for a craftsman 3/4 gray floor bathroom remodel in Austin with open cabinets, white walls, a wall-mount sink, wood countertops and brown countertops

Photos by Beth Singer Architecture/Build: Luxe Homes Design Build
Example of a mid-sized trendy ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Detroit with a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and flat-panel cabinets

Photography by APEX Architecture
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Denver with an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Example of a large mountain style brown two-story wood gable roof design in Minneapolis with a shingle roof

Small beach style single-wall ceramic tile laundry closet photo with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a stacked washer/dryer and white walls

Old fiberglass tub was removed to make way for new tile and glass shower. Nathan Williams, Van Earl Photography www.VanEarlPhotography.com
Walk-in shower - transitional master beige tile porcelain tile walk-in shower idea in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink and tile countertops

Large minimalist gender-neutral carpeted walk-in closet photo in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

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Bedroom - transitional bedroom idea in Denver

This terrific entertainment center, in Lattitude North, includes shaker style doors with clear glass inserts, recessed shelving on the sides to accentuate the center section, drawers and cabinets for storage and easy to access shelving for stereo and television equipment. Come see it in Pennington, NJ 08534, built in 2015.