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Because You Need Somewhere to Put Stuff In the Necessary Room

By Christa Terry

Friends of mine are remodeling their master bath, and part of that remodel involves switching out a very old fashioned (think grandma, not hip retro) bathroom vanity for something new. I cannot, of course, hear about anyone’s remodel without thinking about what I’d like to put in my home given the chance. Unfortunately, my own bathroom is quite narrow and none too long, which means that anything other than a simple pedestal will look monstrously out of place. Still, a girl can dream, right? There are so many ways to do bathroom vanities, and here are just a few to inspire those of you with bathrooms bigger than my own.

bathroom vanity Fratelli Branchetti

A bathroom vanity might be modern and colorful and in keeping with an overall decor theme, like this one. (via)

bathroom vanity classical

Or rather feminine and romantic, like this one. (via)


bathroom vanity furniture

On the other hand, a bathroom vanity can be quite modern to harmonized with contemporary decor.

bathroom vanity convertible

I do suppose something like this convertible bathroom vanity that looks like a sleek chest of drawers when not in use. Yes, there’s a sink in there! (via)

bathroom vanity country

A bathroom vanity like this one is a smart choice for those who have plenty of space to put things and this do not *need* under-counter real estate. Plus it looks delightfully old fashioned. (via)

bathroom vanity luxurious

I’m secretly digging on this super luxurious bathroom vanity with its etched glass drawers and sweeping handles.

bathroom vanity reclaimed

And just so the reverse is represented, here is a damn cool vanity crafted using reclaimed materials by a furniture maker who can tell you the history of every piece of wood and metal that went into it! (via)









3 Responses to “Because You Need Somewhere to Put Stuff In the Necessary Room”




  1. Jennie Says:

    Hey folks! For extra storage in a tiny bath don’t forget the WALLS!!! Most walls in a house are partition walls (which means they have no purpose except privacy, i.e. no stuctural reason). I love niches. Cut into the sheet rock and create an alcove with or without a door. Takes no valuable real estate but gives tons of possible storage!




  2. Never teh Bride Says:

    Oh, nice one. I would never have thought of digging into the wall, but it makes sense. Especially in my quarter bath, where the walls are just a whole lot of nothing (did I mention the plumbing is basically exposed).




  3. Jennie Says:

    Paint the plumbing… or get really crafty and wrap it in rope, paper, or fabric. Or get small glass or mosaic tiles and cover it. Or a little of several of these… Have fun with the pipes!












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