Oh my stars, we did it — and I’m convinced this is the cutest kids’ bathroom on the planet.
I may be a little biased, but this transformation really feels like a small miracle.
This room has come a long way from the beige shell we inherited when we first moved in. After a quick paint job early on to hide some of the flaws, we finally completed a full renovation to make the space safer, more functional, and a lot more joyful for two little girls.
If you haven’t been following along, here are the posts that document the full renovation:
- Classic Kids’ Bathroom Renovation Plans
- Demo Day
- Faux Marble Shower Installation + Why We Love It Instead of Real Marble
- How to Turn a Console Table Into a Bathroom Vanity
- DIY Personalized Step Stools
Shower and Tub
The shower walls are from the American Standard Passage Collection and they look like real marble — without the maintenance headaches. We chose the faux marble option because it captures the classic look while avoiding staining and the constant upkeep that real marble demands. It’s also far more affordable and easier to install than natural stone, and the collection offers a variety of patterns to suit different styles.
To give each girl her own space, we installed two Passage shower shelves so toiletries are separated and easier to organize — hopefully one less reason for sibling squabbles. For safety and efficiency, we installed a Chatfield tub and shower faucet that includes an anti-scald valve to prevent sudden temperature spikes and WaterSense technology to conserve water and reduce our utility bill.
For the tub, we selected an Ovation model with a slightly wider deck to make baths feel a bit more luxurious for little ones without sacrificing floor space. The new shower and tub dramatically elevate the whole room compared with the original layout.
The Sinks & Vanity
Because the bathroom is narrow, we prioritized an open vanity to keep the space feeling airy and accessible. We converted a slim console table into a vanity and topped it with butcher block, sealed with several coats of spar urethane to protect against splashes. The open design preserves legroom and makes the sinks accessible to children.
We installed American Standard Morning vessel sinks because their proportion is just right for smaller hands — the walls of the sinks aren’t too tall, which helps the girls reach the faucets comfortably. Brushed nickel Quentin faucets keep the aesthetic soft and feminine while hiding fingerprints and water spots better than chrome.
Instead of rings, we added hand towel hooks that are simpler for kids to use — an easy win for encouraging independence at sink time. The converted console still includes functional drawers to tuck away brushes and small items until the girls are old enough to keep them organized themselves.
Toilet
Yes, I was genuinely excited about the toilet — if that’s the kind of thing that makes you nod in agreement, welcome to adulthood. We installed a VorMax model that helps keep the bowl clean with a built-in Lysol cartridge. The self-cleaning action on each flush is a small but mighty feature that saves time and keeps the bathroom more hygienic between deep cleans.
Linen Closet
We kept the deep linen closet in place, which made it easy to choose an open vanity without sacrificing storage. The closet stores towels, cleaning supplies, a hamper, extra bedding, bath toys, and toiletries — everything we need tucked away but still within reach. If you want more detail on how we organized it, check out our linen closet organization post.
The overall vibe combines modern, traditional, and retro touches with a mostly neutral color palette so the room can grow with our daughters. If they eventually want something less blush and more grown-up, the base elements make it easy to tweak the decor without another renovation.
This room now reflects the girls’ personalities: whimsical, playful, and bright, with practical features that make everyday routines easier. I love that it will serve them well through childhood and into the teenage years, and that it can adapt if we someday want a more grown-up look for guests.
If pictures could squeal with joy, these would. I’m predicting many bubbly, girly baths in our immediate future.
I’ll share more about decor choices and product sources in a future post since there are quite a few small details. For now, I’m just soaking in how lovely this space feels and how perfectly it suits two little imaginations.
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