40 Chic Powder Room Ideas You and Your Guests Will Love

Written by HADLEY MENDELSOHN AND ELYSE MOODY | View Article

More than just an asset for resale value, a tiny powder room is a big design opportunity—and all you need is about 15 square feet. These small bathrooms are a chance to show off your personal style and experiment with bold or expensive materials you might not use elsewhere. When it comes to designing a high-impact space with minimal square footage, you have to be strategic—but you can also have just as much fun. In a powder room, for example, experimenting with color and pattern is so much less intimidating than it is in a massive, wide open space. The best part? Unlike with a luxurious primary bath, every guest will get to appreciate it.

These chic powder room ideas from designers demonstrate how to make an impact in a former butler pantry or coat closet, along a hall, or even under stairs. Indeed, powder rooms tend to be some of the most exciting rooms in the house to decorate. We're spotlighting the chicest powder rooms we've ever seen, each with accompanying decorating tips and clever storage solutions.