30 Chic Powder Rooms You and Your Guests Will Both Love

In a small powder room without much access to natural light—for example, a windowless space under the stairs—embrace the moodier, edgier atmosphere with darker tones and dim lighting. In this powder room designed by Tamsin Johnson, the concrete floors, inky marble sink and modern wallpaper set the right mood.

While this much pattern might feel like a big commitment to make in a master bath, it's totally fun in a powder room. Contrast your an abstract floor pattern with whimsical wallpaper, but keep them within the same color family. In this powder room designed by Chango & Co., the calming and sophisticated blue tones balance out the fun prints.

Add a partial wall to enhance privacy and create more depth. In this bathroom designed by Emily Henderson, the partition actually makes the space feel larger and more dynamic. Using bright whites with gold light fixtures breaks up the sea of white nicely.

Make your powder room stand out with a fun tile. Tile half of your wall so it doesn't feel too overwhelming. In this pink bathroom designed by Arent & Pyke, the penny tiles on the upper half play up the circle motif, from the round mirror to the round wooden drawer handles while the pink subway tiles add a pop of color and contrast.

In this bathroom designed by Studio Life/Style, the classic black and white marble floors, delicate sconces, and ornate antique-inspired vanity assert a old-world charm while the modern accessories add a fresh spin.

There are so many ways to transform old objects into functional, stylish items. For example, you could save wallpaper scraps from a previous project for instant art, or your could take note from Leanne Ford Interiors and turn a bucket into a rustic, one-of-a-kind sink.

Embrace a favorite color in the powder bath—this is the perfect time to get bold and create a jewel box. Heather Hilliard went with an energizing an upbeat green and fuchsia wallpaper here.

Sleek materials are the only adornment you need, as design firm Hecker Guthrie proves in this tribute to luxe and streamlined modernity.

If your powder room is tiny and lacking in built-in storage space, clear clutter and add more surface room for knick knacks by installing a shelf. Do so above the toilet or right under the mirror and above the sink, as done in this space designed by Leanne Ford.

Designer Nina Farmer made the retro sink feel new again by adding a gorgeous Robert Crowder & Co marble-effect wallpaper. The original wainscoting was painted in Farrow & Ball's Plummet, which complements the paper and makes the powder room feel more formal. We also love the asymmetry of the bathroom mirror placement. So consider this proof that you don't need to completely redo the powder room to make it feel fresh.

A small space can feel chaotic, fast—especially if you're using bold pattern. Keep to a neutral palette and you can get away with a lot more. In this contemporary powder room designed by Hecker Guthrie, the neutral tones allow the interesting materials and contrasting textures to pop without feeling overwhelming. The convex mirror is also an interesting touch.

For a timeless powder room, keep things black and white (is there any combo that's more classic?). But keep things fresh by swapping in seasonal and bright florals. In this space designed by NICOLEHOLLIS, the mix of materials along with the pretty orange flowers keep things interesting.

Even the pattern-averse can get on board with a monochrome print. The powder room designed in Studio DB features a sweet and lighthearted wallpaper that complements the swirls in the marble vanity perfectly.

Since there's no need to stash everyday necessities under a powder room sink, the vanity is liberated from its storage task and becomes strictly a statement piece. A Lucite-framed mirror in a zingy yellow continues the theme of transparency.

Who needs a giant mirror when you can look at a seriously cool sconce instead? With chic Art Deco-inspired statements, this bathroom designed by Studio DB is also super functional, thanks to the towel hooks and racks.

For a powder room this small, a mirror hung at an angle above a corner sink maximizes every inch (and clutter can be stashed behind the fabric skirt). The Wedgwood plates and round accent table help counteract the boxiness, and add charm.

Opt for a high-gloss paint or glossy zellige tiles that catch the sunshine for a striking powder room. Good looks aside, this Hecker Guthrie-designed space has all the powder room essentials, too, from the towel bar to the privacy curtains and mirrored cabinets.

It's easy to feel stuck or limited when decorating a tiny powder room. When in doubt, use your vertical space and decorator the walls. Take this powder room in Ailana Michelle Ralph's home, for example. With a light blush pink wall color and a surrounding gallery of eclectic artwork, the small small space leaves a strong impression.

Mirrored walls can make a small space feel double its size. Here, Arent and Pyke made the entire wall behind the sink, making a big impact without taking up any space. Ands when you can't bring out the power drills and install wall hooks for linens, bring in a stool and slide it next to the sink.

When used in such a small space, this silk ikat wallcovering's large-scale print seems energizing rather than overwhelming. The 1820s French mirror's reverse-painted frame keeps the graphic patterns coming.