Location: Spring, Texas
Size: 47 square feet (4.4 square meters)
Homeowners’ request. “The clients’ needs, wants and goals were to modernize the space; create a luxurious, dramatic feel; and honor original architectural details,” designer Jessica Warren says.
Special features. “A handcrafted wallpaper with a large-scale, textural pattern works beautifully within the room’s small footprint and tall ceilings, adding visual depth without overwhelming the space,” Warren says. “The metallic finish introduces a dramatic, luxurious quality. To maintain a cohesive, monochromatic palette, the trim and ceiling were painted in a coordinating hue (Peppercorn by Sherwin-Williams).”
The vanity is a custom ebony-stained cabinet with a quartz countertop and a round beige opaque glass sink.
Designer tip. “We leaned into this powder bath’s challenges — tall ceilings and tricky angles — by embracing a darker, monochromatic palette,” Warren says. “The deep tones grounded the room and minimized awkward proportions. To elevate the space and keep it from feeling heavy, we layered in pops of gold. That subtle shimmer catches the light, creating a dramatic yet elegant atmosphere — perfect for homeowners wanting both boldness and sophistication in a smaller space.”
“Uh-oh” moment. “Midway through installation, our wallpaper installer informed us that we didn’t have enough paper to complete the project,” Warren says. “Since the wallpaper was handcrafted and would take six to eight weeks to remake, waiting wasn’t an option. As a quick solution, we sourced a stunning glass tile for the vanity wall — and in the end, we think it turned out even better that way.”
Wallpaper: Ginza in Granite, MDC; backsplash tile: Brook in Stacked Twilight, Soho Studio; sink: Whist opaque glass in Doe, Kohler; sconces: Copenhagen in vintage brass, Corbett collection, Hudson Valley Lighting; mirror: Vault, Uttermost; hardware: Dayton in champagne bronze, Miseno