Source vintage sinks, bathtubs, plumbing fixtures, and more at local architectural salvage yards or online. Add character to a farmhouse bathroom with a shiplap half wall, like this beige space from Becca Interiors. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors added an angled bench in the right corner of this walk-in shower that provides a place to sit without taking up too much floor space to keep circulation flowing. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors added a half-wall shower to create a clear division between the shower and toilet to maximize space.

But shutting lotions, potions, loo rolls and even towels inside slim built-in cabinetry will streamline the space. To help your furniture blend in, panel the walls to the same height all around the room. A powder room is usually one of the smallest rooms in your house but it’s the one most of your guests will end up seeing. This can be an ideal opportunity to experiment with color and pattern and impress visitors with your flair for design.

Cover the Bathroom Walls in Aqua Blue Tiles

Dazey Den paired saffron wall paint with colorful wall art and a vintage mirror in this midcentury modern Palm Springs bathroom for a retro feel that will wake you up in the morning. Install half shutters on the window of a small bathroom to add privacy without blocking views. Becca Interiors painted the shutters the same color as window trim and walls and wainscoting in this bathroom decorated with an antique pedestal sink with wooden legs. Decorate a vintage-style bathroom with marble-effect wallpaper, an antique mirror, brass accents, and retro fixtures, like this space from Brexton Cole Interiors. A freestanding sink with a built-in towel rack matches the style of the home.

Even if you decide to go more traditional, contemporary cabinet pulls and faucet fxitures can add just enough interest to complete the space. Contemporary style can be particularly appealing in small baths where the minimal aesthetic can make the most of a small footprint. A built-in towel bar on the shower door, nearly all-white color scheme, and brass accents keep the space sleek and stylish.