30 Bathroom Vanity Ideas That Can Easily Elevate Your Space

The bathroom can be a tricky room in your home to decorate and design. In smaller bathrooms, for example, there's little room for decorative objects. Even in rooms with more space, you have to make sure everything is moisture- and waterproof, which can prove tricky. The solution? Use functional elements to create beautiful designs, such as your bathroom vanity.

There are numerous factors at play when it comes to designing a bathroom vanity. There's the vanity itself, of course, which could be floating or wall-mounted, or even a repurposed console table or dresser. There's also the sink to consider, i.e., the materials, shape, size, etc. Your mirror is also an important factor, as are the lights you hang. Even something like the wall or flooring material surrounding your vanity can affect how you design with and around this particular piece of furniture.

Something as simple as swapping out your mirror or the sconces above your vanity to a design choice more dramatic like a full remodel can prove key in elevating your bathroom space.

A quick way to add some color and interest to your vanity area is with a multi-patterned mosaic backsplash or accent wall. This can be left as is, or enhanced by incorporating the tile color throughout the rest of your bathroom.

Another way to add subtle but impactful texture to your bathroom vanity is with subway tiled walls or half walls. It provides a neutral color to work with, while adding texture variance and intrigue to the area.

Introduce color and texture to your bathroom vanity with opalescent-finished teal tiles and consider playing even further with pattern and interest with tiles going in alternate directions. Finally, finish the design off with an elegant gold mirror and matching faucet.

A quick way to elevate your bathroom design from basic to luxurious is through marble — specifically, marble walls. Pair the marble with shiny gold hardware and classic silhouettes for a glamorous bathroom vanity.

Embrace natural materials and textures in the design of your bathroom vanity. Choose a natural stone wall, or pair it with stucco, as well as a weathered vanity sink. Add some smoother, warm-toned woods and gold or brass hardware to keep it from going too brutalist.

For a more minimalist, slightly brutalist, and industrial bathroom vanity design, opt for stone walls and a black frame mirror. Balance it out with a white counter and sink with a wood or bamboo countertop.

For an intimate, moodier approach, opt for darker colors and natural materials like a stone counter and countertop, white ceramic basin, steel faucet, etc. Add minimalist flair by choosing clean, straight-lined silhouettes. 

Another element of your vanity you can elevate is the lights. For a dramatic effect, look for vintage-style brass sconces placed on either side of the mirror. This is especially effective in a more modern-style bathroom. For safety and better lighting control, opt for battery-operated candlesticks as opposed to the real thing.

If you like patterns and florals but don't want to deal with bright colors, go for a monochromatic floral wallpaper with a delicate, sketch-like design. Embrace the delicateness with a gold frame mirror and simple decorations.

For those with a more eclectic taste, go for a cluttered and unique mirror gallery wall above your bathroom vanity. Make sure you can comfortably use at least one of them, and then have fun creatively placing the rest. Mix and match shapes, designs, frame thickness, color, and material. 

If you have a smaller vanity, it can be hard to add fun and decorative elements. If you have a corner available, however, and a sunny enough bathroom, consider adding a small potted plant or propagation to the countertop. You can also weave in real or fake vines along the mirror for a whimsical effect.

Make your bathroom space feel like a high-end spa resort by adding stone backing to your vanity. Go for a super-natural finish with shades of brown, red, and orange veining throughout, and pair it with sleek, minimalist black pendant lights for an edgy contrast.

Your vanity doesn't have to be confined to a wall in your bathroom. Use it to help create some dynamic spacing in the small room by using the backing as a divider to the shower, tub, toilet, etc. For a clean and modern look, opt for a glass and marble divider.

A more dramatic and modern look for your bathroom vanity can be achieved by starting out with an all-black base and opting for a satin finish for some depth. Look for a stunning statement mirror with a modern design, and employ some modern but subtle light fixtures throughout.

If you want a simple upgrade idea for your bathroom vanity, look for a fun and eye-catching statement mirror to place above it. Play it safe with a wood or neutral-toned frame, or add some color by opting for a more vibrantly framed mirror.