Never underestimate the power of a good guest bathroom –it’s often one of the first rooms your guests will venture into and as such, it should feel cohesive with the rest of your home. Creating a stunning guest bathroom can make your home more accessible, feel more organized and increase the value of your property. Whether you’re thinking of adding a half-bath to the first floor or expanding the guest suite with a powder room, we’ve got a list of tips to help you get started.
Draw the Eye to Your Floors
Marble Attache Nero Matte Hex Mosaic by Daltile
One of the smartest ways to begin your bathroom renovation is with a new floor. This floor should set the mood for the rest of your design and act as a canvas that you can work off of. Draw the eye downward with a stunning floor pattern. The type of flooring you choose is influenced by what style of powder room you’re aiming to create. If you’re looking to design a bold look, try a dark mosaic tile, but if you’re searching for a sleek, polished mood, opt for marble tile. Or maybe, you want to play into a serene, natural room scheme –try a gorgeous wood-look luxury vinyl for waterproof floors that can withstand your guests’ discarded towels.
Make A Statement
Farrier Blue Roan by Daltile
Impress your guests by finding one piece in your bathroom that you would like to be your focal point. Maybe this is a freestanding copper sink, a bold accent wall, or a classic marble vanity. Whatever your design style may be, focus on one area of the bathroom that you want to draw the eye to and give it a little extra love.
Upgrade Hardware
Catch Silicon Gloss Ceramic by Emser Tile
Treat yourself –and your guests –by upgrading the hardware in your guest bath. This can be as big of a project as you want it to be from installing a new sink or that porcelain deep soak tub you’ve had your eye on to small improvements such as replacing the faucets and upgrading to frameless smart mirrors. Not only will this elevate your bathroom, but it will make it a more convenient experience for guest use!
Use Soft Lighting
Legacy Havana Porcelain Tile by Emser
There’s nothing worse than stepping into a harshly lit bathroom. We’re all too familiar with the fluorescent lighting of gas station bathrooms and your guest bath should be the complete opposite of this. Now, that doesn’t mean that we want low lighting, either, as the bathroom is often a place where guests will come to freshen up and primp themselves. Find a balance with complimentary lighting such as task lighting around the mirror, an overhead flush mount in the ceiling, and wall sconces near the sink.
Freshen up with Greenery
Graber Roller Shades
Perhaps one of the easiest –and quickest –ways to freshen up your powder room for guests is by adding greenery. Think house plants, potted succulents, eucalyptus branches, and fresh flowers. Greenery can work both ways to liven up a small space or make a spacious bathroom feel cozy.
