05/12/2026
Not every renovation is expansive.
Some are about making the absolute most of what’s there.
This bathroom renovation was driven by economy — of space, time, and budget. A project tackled while our son was travelling for three months, with one important deadline: it had to be finished before he returned home.
We almost made it. The glass arrived two days late.
The original bathroom absorbed every bit of light. Heavy yellow walls, awkward built-ins, and a cramped layout made the room feel smaller than it already was.
In older homes, basement bathrooms are often an exercise in compromise — which makes thoughtful planning even more important.
To visually open the space, we kept the floor and shower tile continuous up the walls, allowing the eye to travel uninterrupted. Frameless glass now creates the illusion of more space, while a compact floating vanity, oversized mirror, and heated towel rack modernized the room without overwhelming it.
Nothing extravagant.
Just thoughtful decisions, careful planning, and a small room that now feels calm, bright, and far more generous than its footprint.
And most importantly — our son was very happy to come home to it.
BathroomInspiration HeritageHome BeforeAndAfter
