In this post: One of my favorite small bathroom makeovers ever! With just a few simple changes, this guest bathroom makeover made a night and day difference to our space! Read on for lots of guest bathroom ideas and inspiration!
It’s done! I’m so excited to share our newly made-over guest bathroom with you guys – I’ve been whipping this sad and boring space into shape for the past several weeks and now I’m dying to have someone come visit because it’s sooo much more functional. And of course prettier too! Obviously there was quite a bit of room for improvement from where things started…
Yep, white on white on white and a broken toilet. Yikes! The good news is that it was pretty much a blank, white slate and there was nowhere to go but up! Fast forward after a few weeks of planning, installing, and of course fixing the broken toilet and here’s what my space is looking like today (post includes affiliate links – full disclosure statement available {here}):
So much better, right?! The biggest change in the space was made by ditching the old, there-was-no-place-to-put-anything pedestal sink and ugly, dated one-piece faucet complete with a rusted drain:
and replacing them with this much more functional vanity (it’s out of stock with the top right now but is available {here} without the top ) and {this} gorgeous Cassidy bathroom faucet:
I LOVE the cross handles so much – it’s the perfect mix of classic, traditional styling with updated, elegant design details:
I chose the Chrome finish because I wanted it to be totally timeless and look just as much in style in twenty years as it does today. I also went with Chrome for my accessories including my towel ring (found {here}),
and the matching toilet paper holder (found {here}) and towel bar (found {here}):
As I’m sure you’ve noticed, there’s quite a bit of black and white goodness (my favorite!) going on in this space with {these chic black border towels}, {this black marble toilet tray} (also available {here}) sitting on our white toilet,
{this black and white bath mat},
and of course {this gorgeous black and white geometric cork wallpaper}. I actually got so many great questions about wallpapering bathrooms when I shared a sneak peek of the wallpaper going up that I wrote a whole post on it with answers to your questions and more wallpaper pics – you can find my post on wallpapering your bathroom {here}!
Another thing you might have noticed is that I mixed several brass touches into the room. I love mixing metal finishes and think it makes spaces so much more interesting! I decided that it made the most sense to stick with classic chrome for the faucet and then bring in a more trendy finish in my smaller accessories that I wouldn’t feel guilty about swapping out down the road. I ended up changing out the small chrome knobs that came on the vanity with {these} long-time favorites in brass and mother-of-pearl,
added {this tasseled brass vessel} to the top of the toilet seat (it’s a candle but once it burns down I plan to use it to hold Q-tips and cotton balls),
and installed {this beautiful (and inexpensive!) flush mount light} to replace the sad, itty bitty flush mount that was there before:
And can we talk about how much more functional this space is now too?! With the pedestal sink I had NO place to store anything, including towels. And since our guest room has no closet (yes, seriously…), that was a bit of a problem. Now I have the perfect shelf on the bottom of my vanity for storing towels and a pull-out drawer for storing soap, extra toiletries, and TP:
Also, our old faucet had a very slow drip which is never a good thing, but especially when you have well water like we do since slow leaks can cause your well to run dry. I’m so glad to have a new one that’s not only beautiful but water efficient. And now I’m dying to have a guest! Someone’s got to be the first to use that fresh bar of soap! Which one of you guys wants to come for a visit?! 🙂
Thank you as always for stopping by! I’ve included a FULL SOURCE LIST for my bathroom below, but if you have questions about anything, ask away!
Cassidy™ Chrome Two Handle Lavatory Faucet with Cross Handles (faucet available {here} | cross handles available {here}) | Chrome towel ring | Turkish towel on towel bar | Fluffy white towels under vanity | Chrome towel bar | Chrome toilet paper holder |Gray/marble bath vanity (25″) – out of stock with the top included but it’s available without the top {here})| Brass and pearl vanity knobs | wood “soap dish” – found in cutting board aisle at HomeGoods and coated with Waterlox to make water resistant | Black and white cork wallpaper | Black and white bath mat | White towels with black border | Brass flush mount light | Black marble toilet tray (also available {here}) | Candle in brass vessel with tassel | Toilet seat night light
And these are a few new additions to the space that I’ve shared on Instagram:
See you back on the blog soon,
Kelley Nan says
August 10, 2017 at 7:27 amKris, oh my word! I have been looking forward to this and it is even greater than I could have imagined. WOW! I love that you mix those metals too- now I know not to be scared to mix my chrome faucet if I want to incorporate that brass we are loving. Although, now I’m thinking my faucet may be a little more dated than I had thought haha. FANTASTIC makeover!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:31 amThank you so much – so sweet of you! I had the hardest time deciding on the faucet finish but in the end am so glad I ended up sticking with a classic one! Can’t wait to see what you do with yours!
Deb Pemberton says
August 10, 2017 at 8:07 amKris, In a word…gorgeous! Love the sophistication of the overall look. Classic and elegant! Love the black and white! What is the size of your vanity and where did you get it? LOVE!!!!!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:36 amThank you so much Deb! There is only one size – if you click on the link to it in the Source List at the bottom of the post, you’ll get right to the listing. You can select from two different tops – mine is the White Carrera. I love it!
Deb Pemberton says
August 10, 2017 at 2:59 pmThank you for responding so quickly. Going to check now. 🙂
Laurie says
August 10, 2017 at 8:23 amLooks great. I love the Cassidy suite of products. I plan on putting the Cassidy collection in my upstairs hall bathroom remodel once I get the budget to gut that room (it’s circa 1989 with a blue tub and fake blue veined marble counters–sad but true) and needs everything replaced. But I first have to finish my kitchen and master bath remodel and let my home improvement funds recover.
I’m going with the Cassidy sink, shower set, and freestanding tub faucet with the French curve handles. (I plan on replacing the built-in whirlpool tub with the broken motor with a freestanding slipper tub. (my house is a traditional Dutch cape so I going with mostly traditional fixtures.)
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:38 amThat sounds amazing – love that you’ll have a freestanding tub! I think the Cassidy line is perfect for what you’re planning to do! And I hear you on the budget – it’s taken me four years of living in our house to finally get to this bathroom!
Carol Heartfelt Whimsies says
August 10, 2017 at 8:46 amYou never disappoint, Kris! I love how you stay timeless with the large purchases and then add small touches of “on-trend”!!! Your guests will love it!!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:39 amCarol – you are so sweet, thank you! And I sure hope they do! My in-laws are coming to visit in two weeks so we will soon see! 🙂
Garden, Home and Party says
August 10, 2017 at 9:11 amKris,
This bathroom turned out great. Your guests will be so happy with the beautiful changes and effeciency of function. You always provide great inspiration in your makeovers!
xo,
Karen
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:39 amThank you so much Karen!!
Chantal says
August 10, 2017 at 9:29 amHello,
That bathroom looks great! I have to find out if I can find the wallpaper here in Canada!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:40 amThanks Chantal! Hope you’re able to get it – it’s even more stunning in person than in the pics!
Kerry says
August 10, 2017 at 9:32 amBeautiful as usual. Love it. One question. The vanity on the Wayfair site, the marble looks yellowish? Yours looks white. Are they the same?
Thanks, Kerry
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:41 amHi Kerry! There are actually two color options for the vanity top – I got the white Carrera. Once you select that option, you’ll see the top color in the image change!
[email protected] says
August 10, 2017 at 9:59 amYou have created yet another gorgeous room in your home. Again, no detail was overlooked. Loving all the black and white.
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:42 amThank you so much Lauren! I don’t think I’ll ever tire of black and white!
Tamara says
August 10, 2017 at 10:33 amKris this is absolutely gorgeous!! Love all your details and those knobs are such a perfect special touch! I love to mix anything and you’ve nailed it to perfection!!!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:43 amYou’re so kind – thank you!!!
Lisa says
August 10, 2017 at 11:12 amWhat a great makeover Kris! Love the wallpaper and the new vanity! The grey + brass combo gets me every time. So pretty!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 11:44 amThank you Lisa! I’m pretty excited to finally have a nice, functional bathroom for our guests!
Bree says
August 10, 2017 at 12:14 pmKris this is amazing my friend!!!! I couldn’t wait to get over here to see this and I knew it would be just as perfect as it is!! You are sooo good and I love your faucet choice!!! It’s just right for the space and is such a timeless option!! Bravo to another beautiful space you’ve created in your home!!! 🙂
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:38 pmBree you are way too sweet – thank you! Means so much coming from you!!
Erin says
August 10, 2017 at 12:40 pmKris!! This is honestly so stunning I don’t even know where to start! I love every single detail! The wall! The cabinet and counters! Those knobs! You have done such an amazing job. I seriously need to come and visit STAT! You are all ready for me now. 😉 Love it Kris! I’m so impressed by your talent for design! xo
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:40 pmThank you Erin! And yes, you do need to visit – I would love that!!!
Jennifer Prock says
August 10, 2017 at 12:45 pmKris!!!! You did an amazing job! What a beautiful transformation! Your Delta selections could not be more perfect! I love the finished look and am so impressed your darling new bathroom.
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:43 pmThank you Jen! I’m so happy with my new faucet – it made such a difference!
Haneen says
August 10, 2017 at 1:19 pmKris!! This looks absolutely beautiful! Love all of the finishes!! The paper is amazing and so is that vanity! I’m definitely looking at Delta for my kitchen reno!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:46 pmThank you Haneen! You definitely should – they have some super gorgeous kitchen faucets!
Karbo says
August 10, 2017 at 1:28 pmTimeless and beautiful – copying faucets and fixtures when we do our renovation. Love!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:51 pmThank you!!
jill says
August 10, 2017 at 1:53 pmPefect! I’m copying all of this in our powder room makeover. This is the inspiration I’ve needed, but need to install the beadboard first. Do you recall the name of the white paint color you used? Thanks!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:52 pmThe beadboard was actually there when we moved in and the previous homeowners didn’t leave any paint so I’m not sure unfortunately. Good luck with your powder room makeover!
Deanna says
August 10, 2017 at 4:42 pmWow! What an amazing transformation. I really love your faucet you picked. Love all you do!
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:53 pmThank you so much!
Anonymous says
August 10, 2017 at 5:30 pmAmazing change and I love the Cassidy faucet. Will remember that when I redo our
“Jack & Jill” bath this winter.
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:53 pmThank you – that faucet is even more gorgeous in person! Good luck with your reno!
Randi says
August 10, 2017 at 7:03 pmKris I love this transformation! I also love the Cassidy faucets and have them in all of my bathrooms! You did an amazing job transforming a small space into a little jewel box!!!! Xo
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:55 pmI had never noticed that Randi! Now I need to go back and look at your beautiful bathrooms again!
Jolene says
August 10, 2017 at 9:42 pmBeautiful makeover! I am loving the towel bars and toilet roll holder. I think I will Pin them for future reference.
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:57 pmThank you Jolene! I really love them – they have a timeless look but with just a touch of a modern edge.
Shauna says
August 10, 2017 at 10:17 pmWow Kris!! You did a phenomenal job on this makeover!! Love the handles on that faucet too! Every detail is perfection (especially that wallpaper!)????
Xo,
Shauna
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2017 at 10:58 pmThanks Shauna – it was those handles that sold me on that faucet! 🙂
Sarah Rideout says
August 11, 2017 at 9:39 amLove it! Thank you for sharing and the sources. I noticed the sink had a backsplash on the website, did it come with one and you removed it? Also is this a full bath? I would love some ideas on working with a tub/shower fiberglass insert without ripping it out.
Kris Jarrett says
August 11, 2017 at 9:44 amGood question! Yes, the vanity does come with a backsplash but it’s a separate piece so you can decide to use it or not to (I decided I didn’t need it since I have the beadboard). It is a full bath – it’s not obvious in the pics but if you look at the reflection in the bathroom mirror you’ll see the shower. It’s just a small square shower stall – no tub. Hope that helps!
Alyson Craig says
August 18, 2017 at 8:50 amEverything about this bathroom is perfection. I love the palette and grey with golds is my favorite these days. Beautifully done!
Kris Jarrett says
August 20, 2017 at 8:42 pmYou are so sweet – thank you Alyson!
Maryetta pabody says
August 18, 2017 at 1:39 pmSuggest putting the toilet paper in the drawer closet to the toilet.
Kris Jarrett says
August 20, 2017 at 8:43 pmGood idea!
Thereca Tucker says
August 20, 2017 at 4:05 pmabsolutely gorgeous with the exception of all the print on the walls. i truly had to look away and scroll as the over whelming pattern took away from everything else and gave me a vertigo feel. very glad you took time to add vignettes of the other stuff which was gorgeous
Kris Jarrett says
August 20, 2017 at 8:43 pmTo each his own – the wallpaper is one of my favorite parts of the makeover 🙂
Julie Blanner says
August 22, 2017 at 10:24 pmIt’s beautiful! I love the wallpaper, vanity and faucet – absolutely perfect!
Kris Jarrett says
August 28, 2017 at 11:01 pmThank you so much Julie!
Deanna Figg says
September 6, 2017 at 11:21 amHey there…I love this! Where is the bathroom rug from?
Kris Jarrett says
September 9, 2017 at 12:00 amHi Deanna! Thank you! There’s a direct link to the rug in the Source List at the end of the post. 🙂 Enjoy your weekend!
Slate Countertops says
September 23, 2017 at 9:03 pmThis looks beautiful! Wonderful palette, wallpaper, vanity. Look forward to hearing more about the process.
Kris Jarrett says
September 30, 2017 at 10:12 pmThanks!
Linda Grubbs says
November 8, 2017 at 8:46 amWhat a beautiful transformation. So pretty!! Classic for sure!
Kris Jarrett says
November 10, 2017 at 4:17 pmThank you Linda!
Debbie says
May 6, 2019 at 9:53 amThis is just lovely! This bathroom is light and bright. Makes it look so nice and clean. I just love your ideas. This is a great job and a lot of hard work.
I’m new to your post and just read everything on your kitchen as well. I LOVE your kitchen!!! My hubby is going to make the corner drawers for me. I’m in the process of painting it now. Your storage ideas are so great. I would love to see how you organized your junk drawers. I need ideas bad.
Thank you so much for sharing these.
Natalie says
May 15, 2019 at 5:54 amI absolutely love this! I was trying to find the same vanity or something similar however the link does not have it in place anymore? any suggestions?!
Kris Jarrett says
May 28, 2019 at 5:44 pmIt’s still available without the marble top – you’d just have to get a top separately. I linked it at the bottom of the post in the Source List. Unfortunately I don’t know of anything else that’s very similar.
Alyssa says
May 26, 2019 at 8:30 pmWow this is beautiful! I just subscribed to your blog/website and I’m already learning so much! I was wondering – it seems like the 3 walls have the wall sticker. Do you have a picture of the 4th wall? Is it the shower? I don’t see it in the picture. Thanks!
Kris Jarrett says
May 28, 2019 at 3:46 pmYes, the fourth wall is where the shower is – it’s such a small space that it’s hard to get a photo of everything!