1Take Inspiration From the Sauna
Seth SmootWhile designer Lauren Nelson adhered to a warm-neutral color palette for this white bathroom idea, the shower nook takes design notes from a sauna. The wood imbues the space with a calming air.
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2Add Interest Through Veining
Nicole FranzenIf you're worried about an all-white bathroom looking bare, opt for a white stone with interesting veining. This bookended marble creates a wallpaper-like effect in this primary bath.
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3Add a Skylight
Ngoc Minh NgoIn the dark, white tile can look dreary. But when natural light is thrown into the design mix, as in this white bathroom idea by Suzannah Charbin, the glossy zelliege tile reflects the light to brighten up the entire alcove.
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4Choose a Statement Tub
Emily Minton RedfieldBreak up the white color palette with a statement bathtub or shower fixture. The bronzed tub in this white bathroom idea grounds the otherwise light and airy space.
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5Don't Be Afraid of a Rug
Aaron LeitzUsually, high-pile rugs and other soft floor accents are a no-go in the bathroom. However, they can bring a sense of coziness that a mostly white room definitely needs. This white bathroom idea works as long as you have plenty of ventilation in your space to prevent mildew and mustiness.
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6Use Graphic Hardware
Lucy CallThis white bathroom idea pairs neutral walls with black hardware and fixtures for a modern farmhouse look. This contrast adds a graphic element that helps to break up the all-white walls.
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7Offset Your Color Palette
Lucy CallLike any color, white has endless variations, undertones, and shades. Look to the entire palette of possibilities for your white bathroom ideas, and opt to use more than one shade, as in this variegated tile wall.
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8Stick to One Metal Finish
Ori HarpazIt's tempting to mix and match finishes and metals in a white bathroom to add visual interest. When you commit to one, however, it can create a sleek and streamlined appearance.
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9Add Warmth With Wallpaper
Julie SoeferAn all-white bathroom idea doesn't have to mean all-white everything. You can stick to white fixtures, tile, and lighting, but add warmth through the wallpaper. This muted botanical print creates interest without overwhelming.
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10Incorporate Vintage Touches
Erin LittleModern all-white spaces get a bad rap, but the quickest way out of that starkness is using antiques. The vintage-style toilet and woodwork add character to this white bathroom idea.
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11Use Patterned Tile
Lucy CallA wash of solid color can work wonders in a maximalist space, but when faced with only one hue, a great way to add interest is through pattern. Opt for a patterned or printed tile on your floor for subtle visual interest in this white bathroom idea.
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12Focus on the View
Lauren MillerAn all-white bathroom is immediately made more interesting with the addition of floor-to-ceiling windows. This way, the room's palette changes with the shifting seasons.
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13Showcase Natural Textures
Lauren MillerA neutral color palette is a perfect opportunity to spotlight interesting textures. In this white bathroom idea designed by Sam Sacks, natural stone takes center stage in the flooring.
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14Play With Symmetry
Christopher DelaneyWhite is already a soothing color, but when paired with symmetry in the bathroom design, it can put you in a spa-like mindset. Seeing a beautifully matching space calms the eye and can even help a room look larger.
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15Stick to Monochromes
Stacy Zarin GoldbergIf you'd prefer a more industrial or modern aesthetic, stick to black and deep wood tones to complement your white bathroom idea. This space leans more masculine without feeling too dark and heavy thanks to the mostly white palette.
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16Accessorize With Care
Tim LenzAn all-white bathroom provides a blank canvas you can continually update with new pops of color. Use countertops and soft goods to add accent colors, as this shelving does with the pops of orange.
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17Play With Antiques
Nicole Gerulat 18Add Depth Through Soft Goods
Lindsay BrownThere are few places where a chic bathroom window treatment doesn't immediately elevate the space. Take inspiration from this Avery Cox–designed space and use the fabric's colors throughout for a cohesive finishing touch.
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19Add Wainscoting
Lindsay BrownTo break up a room of all-white walls, add architectural interest like molding—or in this case, wainscoting. The half-wall of wainscoting in this white bathroom idea helps to accentuate these towering ceilings.
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20Keep It Streamlined
Lesley UnruhSometimes, simpler is better. Designer Cece Barfield Thompson knows that the best bathrooms prioritize function without sacrificing style. Choose smaller hardware and slim mirrors to suit the scale of the smaller space.
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