Last week I shared the design inspiration and plan for our new kids’ bathroom, and today I’m sharing the layout changes we’ve made along with a progress report on the renovation.
Over the summer I partnered with Build.com on this project after repeatedly finding the pieces I loved there — the vanity, faucets, and an oval shower curtain rod, among other items.
Build.com offers a wide selection of home improvement products in many styles at competitive prices, with reliable in-stock availability that helps keep projects moving. The partnership has made this renovation much smoother from start to (almost) finish.
Below I’ll explain what we chose and why, and I’ve also gathered the items in one place to make it easy to shop the look.
On Keeping the (General) Layout
To save money we kept the overall layout as close to the original as possible. Adding a tub required some adjustments to shower plumbing and the sink location, but we managed to keep the shower plumbing in the same general area and the toilet exactly where it was — a big win for cost and convenience.
The most significant change was flipping the sink from the back wall to the side wall.
We did have to give up the built-in linen closet that sat on the other side of the shower in order to add the tub. To compensate, we’re installing a rattan shelf where the sink used to be to provide additional storage.
On Adding A Bath Tub
Since we removed the tub from our master bathroom, we wanted to make sure the kids’ bath had one. The space is essentially a single square, so fitting both a tub and a separate standing shower wasn’t practical.
I wasn’t interested in a built-in tub/shower combo that would require constructing an additional wall. Instead, I decided on a clawfoot tub with a shower configuration — a solution that saves space while adding character.
We selected a cast iron clawfoot tub and will top it with a rain showerhead and an oval shower curtain rod to make it fully shower-capable. The clawfoot tub gives the room an instant, classic feel that I love.
On Mixing Blues
I wanted this bathroom to have depth through layered tones — different shades of blue paired with orange and terra-cotta accents.
The tile we chose is a bold blue, so I selected a navy vanity to provide contrast. I needed a vanity with sufficient drawer space and room underneath for baskets, and eventually found a navy option that met those needs. The midnight-blue vanity and the brighter blue tile create a complementary, layered palette.
Keeping Finishes Consistent
Without planning to, we’ve kept the faucets, hardware, and finishes consistent throughout the house, which creates a cohesive flow between rooms.
We first selected Delta fixtures in Champagne Bronze for the master bathroom and liked their look and performance so much that we used Delta in the kitchen as well. For the kids’ bathroom we used the same finish for the rain head, tub spout, and added a hand shower to make bathing children easier.
Right now the curtain rod is being installed, a sconce is being mounted, and the tub is being connected to plumbing. After those final installations I’ll add baskets, hooks, and decor to finish the space.
Stay tuned for the final reveal.
I was provided product from Build.com in exchange for partnering on this project. All opinions are my own.