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TIPS FOR BATHROOM REMODEL
Small Bathroom Remodel: Make the Most Out of Tight Space
A small bathroom remodel can completely transform your home, boosting comfort, functionality, and value. Whether you’re updating a guest bathroom remodel, tackling a 5x7 bathroom remodel, or converting a half bathroom into a full remodel, the right design choices make all the difference.
Here are our TOP-7 Tips for small bathroom remodel and bath renovations for homeowners. Practical use of each advice we'll show you with the photos of our recent bath remodel projects in Bay Area. Let's go!
Here are our TOP-7 Tips for small bathroom remodel and bath renovations for homeowners. Practical use of each advice we'll show you with the photos of our recent bath remodel projects in Bay Area. Let's go!
1. RETHINK THE LAYOUT BY EXPENDING THE SPACE
If your current small bathroom remodel feels cramped, don’t just settle for squeezing things in—consider actual expanding. In some of our Bay Area projects, we’ve successfully demolished closets and removed walls to enlarge bathrooms and create big open spaces.
Such changes add square footage which makes it possible to add a larger shower or a double vanity, dramatically improving looks, and comfort, and function. For many homeowners, this approach becomes the key to transforming a standard 5x7 bathroom remodel into a space that feels truly beautiful and practical.
If your current small bathroom remodel feels cramped, don’t just settle for squeezing things in—consider actual expanding. In some of our Bay Area projects, we’ve successfully demolished closets and removed walls to enlarge bathrooms and create big open spaces.
Such changes add square footage which makes it possible to add a larger shower or a double vanity, dramatically improving looks, and comfort, and function. For many homeowners, this approach becomes the key to transforming a standard 5x7 bathroom remodel into a space that feels truly beautiful and practical.
In this bathroom remodel in Sunnyvale:
- We demolished the wall between the tub and vanity
- Relocated the toilet, shower, and vanity
- Used a floating vanity for more space
- Created one big, open layout.
The result: a sleek small bathroom remodel with a glass walk-in shower, and modern finishes that make the space feel much larger than before!
2. CONVERT HALF BATHROOM INTO A FULL BATHROOM
One of the most impactful upgrades is turning a half bathroom remodel into a full bath. By creatively expanding into storage space nearby, or reworking plumbing layouts, it’s often possible to add a shower or a compact tub. We’ve completed several of these remodels in the Bay Area, turning powder rooms into fully functional guest bathrooms.
This upgrade not only improves everyday living but also significantly increases resale value.
One of the most impactful upgrades is turning a half bathroom remodel into a full bath. By creatively expanding into storage space nearby, or reworking plumbing layouts, it’s often possible to add a shower or a compact tub. We’ve completed several of these remodels in the Bay Area, turning powder rooms into fully functional guest bathrooms.
This upgrade not only improves everyday living but also significantly increases resale value.
This bathroom in Morgan Hill was originally a half-bathroom. We redesigned the layout to fit a full bathroom remodel by :
- adding a glass-enclosed shower and compact vanity;
- optimizing toilet placement;
- using bright finishes, marble-look tiles, and modern fixtures.
3. EXPAND STORAGE WITHOUT CLUTTER
In tight bathrooms, storage must be smart, providing functionality without taking up valuable space. Good advice to any homeowner would be to consider:
In this guest bathroom remodel in Cupertino, we used an LED medicine cabinet along with recessed traditional medicine cabinet to maximize storage space in a limited vanity area and to expand the space visually.
In tight bathrooms, storage must be smart, providing functionality without taking up valuable space. Good advice to any homeowner would be to consider:
- Floating shelves and vanities
- Recessed shower niches
- Mirrored cabinets
In this guest bathroom remodel in Cupertino, we used an LED medicine cabinet along with recessed traditional medicine cabinet to maximize storage space in a limited vanity area and to expand the space visually.
Use the furniture with hidden drawers and cabinets, recessed shelving in shower. Use baskets and trays to avoid clutter. The less stuff you have visible— the bigger your space feels.
4. CHOOSE COMPACT FIXTURES THAT SAVE SPACE
Not every solution requires more square footage—sometimes the right small bathroom makeover comes down to choosing slimmer fixtures.
Not every solution requires more square footage—sometimes the right small bathroom makeover comes down to choosing slimmer fixtures.
Instead of a bulky vanity, opt for a pedestal sink or a wall-mounted sink.
If space is especially limited, a corner shower or neo-angle enclosure can maximize usability without making the room feel cramped.
These simple swaps are excellent for or compact guest bathrooms or condo bathroom remodels.
In this very small guest bathroom in Palo Alto, we maximized usability, by installing a wall-mounted sink instead of a vanity, leaving open space underneath. This choice kept the layout clean and practical while pairing beautifully with a glass shower enclosure and wood-look flooring.
Consider wall-mounted sinks, toilets, and faucets. Not only it gives you literally more space to move, it also is easier in maintenance and instantly gives a sleek modern bathroom design.
Modifications of space and layout are especially important when the goal is to make the small bathroom ADA compliant.
For comfort and accessibility of the small bathroom, wall-mounted fixtures can become the best option possible.
Here in this small bath remodel in Fremont we used a wall-mounted sink with small storage cabinets on the side, providing accessibility while maintaining full functionality.
Combined with marble-look finishes and a modern LED mirror, the result was both stylish and user-friendly.
5. DESIGN YOUR BATHROOM LIGHTING IN LAYERS
You will be surprised how much a well-thought layered lighting can transform a small cramped bathroom into beautiful and modern piece of art!
Universal bathroom lighting advice is to think of three layers: ambient, task, and accent lighting. Ambient lighting sets the overall tone and brightness of the room, task lighting ensures functionality for activities like shaving or makeup, and accent lighting highlights design features and overall aesthetics of your bathroom.
Recessed lighting, pendant lights, motion detectors with lighter and dimmer switches for different moods, LED strips and spots for vanity and shower niches — all are interesting design options for bathroom of any size and layout.
6. MAXIMIZE VERTICAL SPACE
When floor space is limited, go up! Things you can do to visually draw the eye upward while also creating more usable space:
In this small 5x7 bathroom remodel for our client in Sunnyvale, additional cabinet above the toilet provided huge storage and visually elongated the space, which made this design feel more light and modern.
When floor space is limited, go up! Things you can do to visually draw the eye upward while also creating more usable space:
- Use tall storage cabinets.
- Vertical tiles, vertical wood-looking panels for cleaner look.
- Stacked shelving to optimize storage.
In this small 5x7 bathroom remodel for our client in Sunnyvale, additional cabinet above the toilet provided huge storage and visually elongated the space, which made this design feel more light and modern.
7. HIRE A GOOD CONTRACTOR
A successful remodel comes down to hiring the right bathroom contractor in your area. Even the smallest bathroom can become a stylish, functional retreat! And there are always many ways you can achive that.
Look for licensed and insured teams with proven small-bathroom case studies. Experienced professionals will know what to suggest specifically in your case, how to optimize or remodel the layout you are having now, how to handle city permits, and deliver quality craftsmanship within your budget, and according to your wishes and preferences!
A successful remodel comes down to hiring the right bathroom contractor in your area. Even the smallest bathroom can become a stylish, functional retreat! And there are always many ways you can achive that.
Look for licensed and insured teams with proven small-bathroom case studies. Experienced professionals will know what to suggest specifically in your case, how to optimize or remodel the layout you are having now, how to handle city permits, and deliver quality craftsmanship within your budget, and according to your wishes and preferences!
At RISE Construction, we help Bay Area homeowners make the most of their space with smart design and expert execution. Contact us today for a free estimate—and let’s bring your small bathroom remodel ideas to life.