Powder bathrooms are bathrooms that do not have a shower or tub. Usually they are located off of a main area and, because they are a smaller space, they are a great place to showcase your home accessories and decor. There are many things to consider when working on a design for your powder bathroom. For instance, bathroom lighting is important when thinking about this space, as many bathroom light fixtures are simply utilitarian and lack the “wow” factor; powder bathrooms need “wow!”

Traditional elements like pretty ceiling lighting (like crystal chandeliers) or elegant oval mirrors are always welcome in classic spaces, and they definitely tell your guests you surround yourself with elegance and class.

On the other hand, mirrors with square edges and pendant lighting usually lean towards a more modern feel for a space. Modern spaces don’t have to feel cold and unfinished. In fact, some of the best interiors have a modern touch.

The lines of the faucets, lighting fixtures, accessories, and home decor play a major role in determining “style” as well. The more detailed and intricate the faucets and lighting fixtures are in a space, usually the more traditional. And, the more straight or angular lines, usually the more modern the space.

Consider coordinating the finishes in your powder bathroom because… well, it is small. Your faucets, lighting fixtures and wall art will band together to shine as one beautiful space if you do.

 

When it comes to bathroom lighting, select bulbs with enough light to brighten the space, but be careful not to over-light the room. Your light should not be brighter than the adjoining exterior room, even if your powder bathroom does not have any natural light.

Regardless of style, remember that your powder bath can be a major statement in your home. It is a private space that guests will see, but it is also a space that needs to have a lot of “punch” because of its size. Definitely don’t go “boring” in this small room! If anything, layer your design elements to create a well designed, one-of-a-kind space that others won’t forget! Images 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

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Displaying Décor Tip: Décor doesn’t have to lay flat on a tabletop surface to be displayed. Vanities, alcoves, cubbies and shelving all work in unison to display traditional task items like soap and towels as well as fashionable items like your favorite candle or flower vase on eye catching horizontal surfaces.

Mirrors

A mirror in the bathroom is not only a functional and necessary bathroom accessory; it can also be a fashionable one too. You don’t have to settle for the basic and bland rectangular mirror. Small oval mirrors set against a bare wall can make a huge transformation in your bathroom décor design. Mirrors help expand the room’s width and carry a reflection that plays perfect with natural and artificial lighting.

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Mirror Décor Tip: Mirrors can work great in any design. But they don’t always have to be attached to the wall. Mirrors work well as a charger plate, makeup tray or soap display for the perfect horizontal mirror display.

Vanity Décor

The vanity is one of the best places to store and display décor. Home accessories like dried flowers, potpourri satchels, and glass figurines are all great vanity décor items for any bathroom display. Modernist décor makes use of toothbrush holders, soap dispensers and jewelry dishes to create a functioning and fashionable high-tech display.

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Vanity Décor Tip: A vanity can be a really small place for décor and can easily be knocked about. It’s a good idea to choose décor that’s short and squat with a wide base to prevent spills and accidents that can break sensitive décor pieces easily.

Increasing the space in any home without having to undergo major renovations can be a trying task for any homeowner. Limited by budget or other constraints, like environment or simply having nowhere to build, can frustrate anyone. But there are ways to open up rooms and increase size without having to extend the floor area or break down walls. It all can boil down to the use of mirrors.

Designing around available space can also be a challenge for renters or those who live in smaller units, like lofts, condominiums and apartments. Landlords will often forbid ripping up floors or breaking down walls and sometimes the owner or renter is left with awkward corners and strange areas that look like horror movie sets.

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Homeowners often overlook the importance of using mirrors when designing rooms simply because they do not understand the way they amplify space.  Mirrors can be a wonderful design aspect of any home. Their versatility allows them to have multiple uses when it comes to decorating a home.

A typical use of decorative mirrors can be found in obvious rooms of the house, like the bathroom or the bedroom. After all, the primary use of the looking-glass was to observe ones reflection. Think about using mirrors in inventive or novel ways.

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Light is one of the key aspects of decorating a home. Not all people can afford to have expansive bay windows or wall ceilings but placing mirrors in key areas can serve to create an illusion of more light inside the home.

More natural light in your home equals less electricity consumption simply because you turn on the lights later in the day. Placing a mirror in a spot that reflects natural light from windows or entrances can not only be attractive but also practical. Simply figure out where the light comes from (say an east facing window) and position the mirror at an angle that will allow it to reflect the light.

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Create the illusion of space in your home by placing them in tight areas like stairways or hallways to create the illusion of length or width. Placing one opposite outdoor or garden views can create the effect of expanding the outdoors into a foyer or living area. Placing mirrors near an entrance hall or above the dining table creates depth even in the smallest of rooms.

Decorative wall mirrors, on the other hand, are mirrors that have ornately designed frames. They range from ultra modern designs to antique beauties passed down from generation to generation. A small bedroom can benefit greatly from a mirror hung by the headboard like the one above.

There are a lot of other design tricks that can be used, such as manipulating storage space with the “less is more approach” to create a beautiful, livable space that can be enjoyed to the fullest. Using mirrors is just one of them. Tell us some of your ideas to manipulate space in your home!