Moody powder bathrooms featuring bold paint colors or fun wallpapers have become very popular and are seen all over Pinterest and interior design Instagram pages; however, a dark and moody primary bathroom can also be just as exciting and impactful. In this Del Ray, Alexandria, Virginia home, the homeowners decided to make their primary bathroom the bathroom that stood out the most design wise. Here we will share the design finishes chosen by our team so that you can shop the look and learn some design tips to help you achieve a similar look in your home.

A bold and dark powder bathroom can work efficiently since you typically don’t need the best lighting for applying makeup or getting ready; however, primary bathrooms definitely get the most use by homeowners for getting ready and typically require the best lighting. To have a dark paint color bathroom with great lighting, these Alexandria homeowners worked with our renovation team to install a skylight in the bathroom in addition to another window. The skylight dramatically increases the amount of natural light in the bathroom and helps keep the bathroom from feeling too dark and closed in. The homeowners also included a skylight in their stairway to help a space that typically receives little natural light. When investing in your next bathroom renovation, consider not only how to improve your lighting with purposeful light fixtures, but also consider if adding windows/skylights is possible to brighten up a space with natural light as much as possible. Next let’s discuss tile choices.

Commit to the dramatic bathroom you are going for and go for dark tile choices in addition to your bold wall color choice. This will help your bathroom have a cohesive look that has a wow factor wherever you look. In this bathroom, a dark green subway tile was chosen, and the same black soapstone used as the vanity countertop was also used in the shower on the bench, shelf, and shower entry surround. The flooring throughout the whole bathroom is a jet black basalt mosaic tile. Continuing the same floor tile from the rest of the bath into the shower will help give your space a modern look and create visual continuity that makes your bathroom appear larger. Small tricks like this will give you the moody feeling you are going for without compromising how big your bathroom feels. Now let’s focus on warming up your bathroom design.

The wood built-in vanity cabinetry and brass hardware add inviting warmth to this bathroom, balancing the dark and moody aesthetic with natural elements. The rich tones of the wood bring a sense of earthiness and texture, while the brass hardware provides a touch of elegance and warmth that compliments well with the dark paint color and allows the fixtures to shine as a focal point. Together, the vanity and hardware create a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere, enhancing the overall comfort and appeal of the space. Without these design elements, the bathroom could lean cool toned rather than warm and inviting.

We hope this helped you plan your next bathroom renovation or entertained your love for design. Remember that there is no perfect way to design a primary bathroom or any space in your home; the best rule is to design around what will inspire you on the daily. Create a bathroom that gives you the extra motivation and comfort you need in the morning when getting ready for your day. We all deserve a space we love to be in, and that looks different for everyone. Hopefully these tips helped you get closer to achieving your desired aesthetic. Thanks for reading and, of course, reach out to Four Brothers for your future renovation needs; we love to be part of making your house feel like home.

Happy renovating,