This gem of a home was designed by homeowner/architect Eric Vollmer. It is nestled in a traditional neighborhood with a deep yard and views to the east and west. Strategic window placement captures light and frames views while providing privacy from the next door neighbors. The second floor maximizes the volumes created by the roofline in vaulted spaces and loft areas. Four skylights illuminate the ‘Nordic Modern’ finishes and bring daylight deep into the house and the stairwell with interior openings that frame connections between the spaces. The skylights are also operable with remote controls and blinds to control heat, light and air supply. Unique details abound! Metal details in the railings and door jambs, a paneled door flush in a paneled wall, flared openings. Floating shelves and flush transitions. The main bathroom has a ‘wet room’ with the tub tucked under a skylight enclosed with the shower. This is a Structural Insulated Panel home with closed cell foam insulation in the roof cavity. The on-demand water heater does double duty providing hot water as well as heat to the home via a high velocity duct and HRV system.

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Penny Lane Home Builders, LLC

Lake Home Renovation | Oconomowoc

Rigsby Group, Inc.

Full Lake Home Renovation
Huge transitional mosaic tile floor, white floor, wood ceiling and wall paneling powder room photo in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, a pedestal sink, quartz countertops, gray countertops and a built-in vanity

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Deer Valley Log Masterpiece

Kristina Lawrence Interior Design

Example of a mid-sized slate floor, multicolored floor, wood ceiling and wood wall powder room design in Salt Lake City with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

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Nicky James Interior Design

Example of a 1960s wood ceiling powder room design in New York with brown cabinets, an undermount sink, gray countertops, a floating vanity, gray walls and granite countertops

周辺の景色を切り取り光を取り込む大らかな家

デザインライフ設計室

引き出し付きのカウンターコーナーを造り付けてた洗面脱衣室。 Photo：中村晃
Example of a small minimalist plywood floor, brown floor, wood ceiling and wood wall powder room design in Tokyo Suburbs with beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, brown walls, a drop-in sink, wood countertops, brown countertops and a built-in vanity

蓑帽子の家

コージーリトル

壁と天井はヒノキ材、床は黒モルタル仕上げ。
Inspiration for a small zen concrete floor, gray floor, wood ceiling and wood wall powder room remodel in Other with open cabinets, brown cabinets, brown walls, a drop-in sink, wood countertops, brown countertops and a built-in vanity

収納豊富な洗面脱衣室

株式会社マスケン

Powder room - mid-sized scandinavian vinyl floor, beige floor, wood ceiling and wallpaper powder room idea in Other with open cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink, wood countertops, brown countertops and a built-in vanity

都市型リゾート住宅

つなぐデザイン一級建築士事務所

サワラの羽目板と磁器タイルで仕上げられた洗面室
Powder room - small scandinavian beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, black floor and wood ceiling powder room idea in Other with open cabinets, brown cabinets, beige walls, a drop-in sink, wood countertops, brown countertops and a built-in vanity

手洗いカウンター

さいとう建築工房

Example of a mid-sized cottage blue tile and mosaic tile dark wood floor, brown floor, wood ceiling and wood wall powder room design in Other with glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, tile countertops, blue countertops and a built-in vanity

Islington Village

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

Perched high above the Islington Golf course, on a quiet cul-de-sac, this contemporary residential home is all about bringing the outdoor surroundings in. In keeping with the French style, a metal and slate mansard roofline dominates the façade, while inside, an open concept main floor split across three elevations, is punctuated by reclaimed rough hewn fir beams and a herringbone dark walnut floor. The elegant kitchen includes Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf range, SubZero glass paned refrigerator, open walnut shelving, blue/black cabinetry with hand forged bronze hardware and a larder with a SubZero freezer, wine fridge and even a dog bed. The emphasis on wood detailing continues with Pella fir windows framing a full view of the canopy of trees that hang over the golf course and back of the house. This project included a full reimagining of the backyard landscaping and features the use of Thermory decking and a refurbished in-ground pool surrounded by dark Eramosa limestone. Design elements include the use of three species of wood, warm metals, various marbles, bespoke lighting fixtures and Canadian art as a focal point within each space. The main walnut waterfall staircase features a custom hand forged metal railing with tuning fork spindles. The end result is a nod to the elegance of French Country, mixed with the modern day requirements of a family of four and two dogs!

Туалет в беседке с двойным камином

Архитектурное бюро Глушкова

Санузел в загородной беседке. Архитекторы: Дмитрий Глушков Фёдор Селенин фото: Андрей Лысиков
Mid-sized mountain style brown tile and porcelain tile multicolored floor, wood ceiling, wood wall and porcelain tile powder room photo in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, multicolored walls, a vessel sink, terrazzo countertops, purple countertops and a floating vanity

M-House

川島建築事務所

Mid-sized minimalist gray tile and mosaic tile vinyl floor, gray floor, wood ceiling and wallpaper powder room photo in Nagoya with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, brown countertops and a built-in vanity

Boulevard 2016 Front Cover

Troico

Inspiration for a mid-century modern cork floor, beige floor, wood ceiling and wood wall powder room remodel in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, brown walls, an integrated sink, solid surface countertops, gray countertops and a floating vanity

Bed and breakfast à la campagne - Sanitaire

Eraya Creation

Sanitaire au style d'antan
Mid-sized arts and crafts green tile terra-cotta tile, white floor, wood ceiling and wainscoting powder room photo in Other with open cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green walls, a drop-in sink, white countertops and a freestanding vanity

Wood Ceiling Powder Room with Brown Cabinets Ideas

Even though powder rooms with Brown Cabinets 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 powder room ideas to ensure you make yours perfect:

What materials should I use in my 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 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 powder room?

Similar to materials, avoid a cluttered final product by keeping 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 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 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 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.