Oak cabinets can look wildly fresh in a bathroom when you style around the wood instead of fighting it. I’ve updated everything from honey oak vanities to pale white oak builds, and the right mix of color, hardware, and texture makes the whole room click. Black-Framed Rectangle Mirrors Light oak vanity + slim black rectangle mirror—simple contrast that makes the whole wall feel finished. Pairing oak cabinets with black-framed mirrors ties in darker accents so…

A farmhouse bathroom sink is one of those small upgrades that instantly makes the whole room feel warmer and more lived-in. I’m always chasing that sweet spot where rustic wood meets a sink that looks like it’s been doing honest work for decades. Apron-Front Sink in a Bathroom Console A farmhouse apron-front sink framed in chunky oak—simple, warm, and beautifully practical. A farmhouse apron-front sink adapted for the bathroom gives you that iconic front panel…

A barn door shower is all about that satisfying, visible rolling hardware—just translated into a sleek shower setup. Hex Tile Backdrop to Show Off the Glass Frameless barn-door glass makes the hex tile shine—bright, crisp, and beautifully minimal. Hex tile behind frameless barn door glass looks amazing because the pattern stays visible instead of getting chopped up by frames. I’ve used a simple light grout here, and it keeps the whole shower feeling bright and…

Vertical shiplap is one of my favorite bathroom upgrades because it instantly makes the room feel taller, cleaner, and more finished. I’ve used it in everything from tiny powder rooms to full baths, and it always adds that cozy, built-in woodwork charm. Floor-to-Ceiling Feature Wall Behind the Vanity Floor-to-ceiling vertical shiplap behind the vanity for a crisp, crafted spa-like focal point. A full-height vertical shiplap accent wall behind the vanity is such an easy way…

Rustic bathroom decor is all about warming up a practical space with weathered wood, honest textures, and a few pieces that look like they’ve lived a good life. In my own builds, the magic always comes from mixing reclaimed timber with simple metal accents so the room feels cozy, not themed. Reclaimed Wood Vanity Base Reclaimed wood vanity base with rustic knots—sealed matte for a calm farmhouse bathroom. I’ve built a reclaimed wood vanity from…

Farmhouse bathrooms are at their best when they feel warm, a little rustic, and totally usable day-to-day. I’m sharing my go-to storage ideas that add character with natural wood, tidy up the clutter, and make even a small bathroom feel pulled together. Tall Linen Cabinet With Barn-Style Details Slim barn-style linen cabinet tower—vertical storage that keeps your farmhouse bathroom airy. If you need serious storage, I’ve built a slim linen cabinet tower with a simple…

Bamboo is one of my favorite ways to warm up a bathroom without making it feel heavy or dark. It gives you that spa-like calm, plus it plays really nicely with white tile, stone, and modern fixtures. Bamboo Wall Cladding as an Accent Wall Vertical bamboo cladding behind the vanity adds warm texture with clean Scandinavian calm. Bamboo wall cladding behind the vanity or tub adds instant texture without needing bold paint or busy tile.…

A wabi sabi bathroom is my favorite kind of calm—soft, earthy, and totally okay with being a little imperfect. Think natural textures, honest materials, and that quiet, spa-like feeling you get when you stop trying to make everything match. A Simple Rustic Stool Beside the Tub A reclaimed-wood stool beside the tub—wabi-sabi texture, Scandinavian calm, bold contrast. A little wooden stool next to the tub is one of those classic wabi sabi bathroom ideas that…

An English cottage bathroom is all about that cozy, lived-in charm—soft colors, vintage touches, and plenty of natural texture. Checkerboard Tile Underfoot Checkerboard tile meets warm oak—an English cottage bathroom look with quiet, handmade charm. A checkerboard tile floor is classic cottage and somehow always looks “right,” even with older finishes. I’ve designed around this look by warming it up with a wood vanity and woven storage, and it instantly reads English cottage bathroom. Explore…

A half bath remodel is one of my favorite projects because a tiny space lets you go bold without blowing your whole budget. Go Bold With Statement Wallpaper Let statement wallpaper shine—pair it with a simple oak vanity for a jewel-box powder room. I love using statement wallpaper in a powder room because it turns the whole space into a little jewel box. I’ve had the best luck keeping everything else simple so the pattern…