It’s Week 6 of the One Room Challenge which means ding, ding, ding, times up! Words can’t even express how excited I am about the bathroom makeover. I mean wow! The transformation is crazy, and I honestly can’t believe I live here. It’s wacky and crazy and out there and pretty much describes exactly what happens in my brain. Like if you were a really tiny person and crawled into my ear to have a look around, I would imagine this is exactly what you’d see. Are you prepared for this? Put yo’ pinky rings up to the moon. Whoop, whoop!
The goal for this bathroom was if you are a guest in my house and in the need of the lavatory, you will walk in here and forget to pee. Wow, my contractor did one hell of a job. Seriously, you brought everything that was in my head to life. If you live in the Chicago area and are in need of an amazing contractor, give this guy a buzz…and no he’s not paying me to say this. He just did an amazing job for one of the toughest clients on the planet…me.
I’m just gonna start from the ground up because that’s where this space all started. The flooring is from Clé Tile and this is their encaustic cement tile Cubicon. There were so many designs to choose from, and I mulled many choices, but ultimately I picked a bold graphic. It’s really difficult to stand out in One Room Challenge. So many talented bloggers and interior designers participate. I knew I had to step out of the expected to stand out. Wanting something that wasn’t necessarily on-trend, but rather just fly AF.
The subway tile is from the Essentials Collection also by Clé Tile. Per their online suggestion, I went with a natural gray grout which I’m totally digging. Not too harsh, but still pops the tile. A piece of brass was used to cap off the subway on the wall, and then came the second layer…the eclectic and totally whack-a-doo awesome wallpaper by House of Hackney. This is where the transformation of ERMERGERD I CAN’T BELIEVE I LIVE HERE happened.
The sconce backorder debacle was one of the happiest accidents to have ever happened. I never realized something could be so understated yet shazam at the same time? The foldover along with the brass? I mean, so good, am I right? My mom said she thinks it looks like a folded-up Pringle chip. Insert monkey covering its eyes emoji here.
I managed to pick up this mirror at Elkhorn Flea Market a month ago. At first, I thought the gold finish was too harsh, but it’s being embraced for the time being. I’m going to live with it a bit before deciding to dull it down. Also, in case you’re wondering where on earth that vanity is from up top, it’s actually an antique cabinet. Learn how to turn an antique dresser into a vanity.
Porcupine needles in a vintage brass trophy are totally normal…right? Actually, I have a whole collection that made it into the toilet tank.
I really struggled with art in this room. To hang or not to hang. Ultimately, I chose not to hang. Mainly because the wallpaper already makes enough of a statement. Can anything compete? I really don’t think so. Believe me, I’ve looked. But, if you know of anything, send it my way, I’d love to see it.
This small portrait was picked up at a recent estate sale and is the only piece of art in the space. If you like this piece, I bought a ton of paintings from the artist’s estate and have posted quite a bit for sale on my Chairish shop.
The rocks were to be featured in my One Room Challenge last year but never made it from Turkey in time for the final reveal. The shop owner collects sea pottery on her daily beach walks. I fell in love with them immediately and have been dying to show them off. Although it looks like the shop may no longer be selling. Sadsies.
Can we just take a minute to gaze at this lucite chandelier from The Savoy Flea? One late night texting spree rolled into a, “Hey! I need lighting for my ORC. Got anything?” This beauty was sold within 2 point 5 seconds. I mean, clutch the pearls, she’s a beaute! Do you think she should have a name? I’m looking for suggestions?
If you’re looking for affordable turkish hand towels, look here. They come in a few colors and are the cheapest I’ve found. I bought a set of 4 for $28…ummm, ya, don’t walk, run. Just pass go and run. Normally these bad boys will run you $50 bucks a pop.
Before I give you one final looksy, wanna see the before one more time?
AHHHH! Crazy! This picture really illustrates just how tiny the bathroom is. The footprint might be a smidge larger than my dining room table…maybe. Hooray for finally getting to use the #smallspacesquad hashtag on Instagram. It was tiny and beige and boring. Now it might still be tiny, but every time I open the door, I forget I have to pee and just think yahtzee.
Wanna know a source? You can shop the post here.
Wowza! With that wallpaper the space is unstoppable! Now if only I could hit Command+ C and bring the space over here!
I wish I could do that for so may things. Command + C would really make life a whole lot easier. LOL.
This is bananas good!!!!! So many interesting elements right on down to porcupine quills that yes, I’d totally forget to pee! 😉
LOL! Yesssa! That was the goal! Thanks for stopping over my dear =)
Oh my gosh, YES! So, so good! I have to admit – I’ve seen that wallpaper before and thought it was super fun, but always wondered who would actually pull it off in a space. YOU CAN, that’s who!!!
I finally got pretty fearless! You ladies have been inspiring me.
This is Triple A A-MAZING!!! EVERY SINGLE ELEMENT YOU HAVE CHOSEN IS A WORK OF ART!! OK, i will stop shouting… I cant stop staring at your beautiful tiny powder bath! It somehow looks larger now (at least in photos?) Maybe because there is so much glamour to look at? I dont know, but GREAT work! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by Julie! Who says you can’t do black in a tiny room, huh =)
Wow – such an amazing and eclectic makeover! Love the floor tiles and that vanity you revamped. And that mirror is simply gorgeous! Congrats on completing this 6 week challenge. So fun to follow along!
Oh my goodness!!! The wallpaper, that vanity and of course, the tile … who knew you could pack so much style into such a small space!
kyla, this is so perfect! i love the wallpaper SOOOO much, and all of the elements work together so beautifully to create a magically dramatic space.
This is gorgeous!!!!! I love the wallpaper and all the drama. I think we have similar styles…Love!
Dude. Just, dude. You ROCKED this lady!!
It’s amazing! I absolutely love that wallpaper. And everything else too. Great job!
I’ve been EAGERLY awaiting this room and it did not disappoint! Amazing! And thanks for sharing the source for the towels – was just looking for some affordable, pretty hand towels to add to my bathroom since it’s all fancified now. 🙂 LOVE THIS ROOM!
Those towels are the bomb dot com!
I’d totally forget I had to pee too! You did a bomb job lady, it turned out so amazing!
Bahahaha! Sit and stare LOL =)
What a great space!! I love seeing the chandelier through the mirror!! I love how you made such bold choices for the small room! Love it!
Thanks Ruthie!
I laughed out loud about the command +C! Ditto! Kyla you killed it. I think my favorite thing has to be the vanity, Seriously it’s so beautiful!
I want to Command + C everything!
such a dramatic space! That wallpaper rocks and the vanity is adorable.
We must have been on the save wavelength…wallpaper and chandies =)
it turned out absolutely perfect!! love the bold floor tile paired with the subway wall tile. and that vanity is amazing!
Thanks so much for stopping over to check out the space Sarah!
I love the privacy of bathrooms…It would be fun to have an Alice in Wonderland door! Your guests will enjoy the experience.
I was actually trying to figure out how to add a speakeasy peek-a-boo window into the door. Because I like the not so normal =)
Your writing is so captivating with your sense of humor. I love it! This bathroom for sure is a stand-out! What a transformation!
You are the sweetest! Thanks Erin!
Shell toilet lid! Love it, and, of course, that wallpaper
Thanks for stopping by Mila!
That wallpaper is EVERYTHING. I just sat in front of the screen with my kids for five minutes looking at all the fun things the animals were doing! The hookah?! Hilarious.
My daughter loves the squirrel playing the banjo =)
UM….HELLO THIS IS GORGEOUS! LOVE THE WALLPAPER AND THE TILE…..YOU ROCKED IT GIRL!
SHERRY!!!!! Thank you my dear! Thank you so much!
Nice work, Kyla! I have to admit that the wallpaper is not something I would have chosen, but it looks so fun. I love seeing how you’ve put together things I wouldn’t normally be inclined to choose and make them look fantastic. We’re about to tackle our main level powder room, which is TINY too. I just ordered a bunch of watercolor animal prints for the wall! Luckily no shell toilet cover. 🙂
This paper is definitely not for everyone. I second guessed myself so many times. In fact I JUST returned the backup paper =)
Bahahaha! Yeppers! That is really a raccoon…and I think I asked myself about a million times if I was okay with a raccoon in my bathroom. There was a lot of second guessing on my part. But I finally said, if I hate it, I can always rip it down LOL.
Girl! You are the sweetest! Thank you soooooo much!
Thank you sooooo much Lindi!
You are sooooo awesome for saying that! Thank you soooo much!
While putting it all together I was a bit concerned about it being overkill…but I seriously love it! thanks for stopping by!
BRAVO!!!!!! SOOOOO gorgeous! That wallpaper is ahhhmazing and the tile is on my wishlist.
It turned out amazing! I love that your took a normal sized bathroom and made it amazing. The wallpaper is truly a work of art! I love this room so much. Great job!
Wow! Totally, truly, completely in love with this gorgeous wallpaper!!!
Lately I am addict to dark wallpaper and this one really makes the room!
Also love the cement tiles.. Love it!
Congratulations 🙂
How do we get you to participate in the main ORC next year?? Don’t want to be negative, but I don’t love most of the spaces from the main participants this Fall, but I would LOVE to see what you do because (as I said above), this bathroom is great.
Bold, fun, funky, dramatic! What’s not to love!!
I love this bathroom so much, such personality! Great work!
WOW! That is about the coolest little bathroom that I ever have seen!! #allthehearteyes. Amazing job!
Bravo!!! So so so fabulous! I love it when people aren’t afraid to pack a big punch in s small space, play with pattern and scale, break the rules … and confuse their mothers;) You out-did yourself! That wallpaper has been one of my fave’s forever. I think one of my 1st pins way back when Pinterest just launched was a foyer with that wallpaper … it’s my “someday” wallpaper. The brass strip finish above the subway tile is nothing short of genius. And last but not least the chandy is to die for … for some reason I want to call her Ginger after Ginger Rogers for how she dances with the light. Or Bernice;) Rock on lady … can’t wait to see what you do next!
Bravo!!! So so so fabulous! I love it when people aren’t afraid to pack a big punch in s small space, play with pattern and scale, break the rules … and confuse their mothers;) You out-did yourself! That wallpaper has been one of my fave’s forever. I think one of my 1st pins way back when Pinterest just launched was a foyer with that wallpaper … it’s my “someday” wallpaper. The brass strip finish above the subway tile is nothing short of genius. And last but not least the chandy is to die for … for some reason I want to call her Ginger after Ginger Rogers for how she dances with the light. Or Bernice;) Rock on lady … can’t wait to see what you do next!
LOVE that wallpaper! It looks awesome, congrats!
That wallpaper is incredible!
Kyla this is just absolutely amazing! I am such a fan of your style and girlfriend, THANK YOU for not being afraid to use color and bold choices. It’s so refreshing and you do it OH. SO. WELL.
Kyla, your bathroom is seriously amazing. I could definitely forget I have to pee in there! The floor tiles, that vanity, EVERYTHING! So so good. Well done!
Oh my gosh this is amazing!!!! I love everything so much
THANK YOU for posting a photo of the lucite chandelier with its light on! I’ve been after one for a while but wasn’t sure how it’s light quality would be; love the reflections it throws!
Wow! What a stunning transformation! I’m pretty sure I would forget why I came in this room 🙂 Great job!
Yep – AHHmazing! I love your vanity, and that wallpaper is just plain awesome. Job well done!
What a fun bathroom!! I love the light fixture and the vanity!
You brought it! I love this space! Happy design. Congrats!
amazing, I love the wall light, is it from RH?
GET OUT!!!! This is fan-freakin-tastic!!! I love this wallpaper and the tile with it is spot on! Gorgeous bathroom. Absolutely gorgeous!!
Oh My GAWD!!! I think this is amazing, and I’m not surprised because you are a rock star! I would never have the nerve to do what you did in this space. Congratulations on having balls of steal when it comes to your decor choices!
Wow. This is amazing. Every detail is incredible. It was so boring before and now it is anything but!!
I absolutely love this! So luxurious.
This is gorgeous. I stayed up way too late last night oohing and aahing over this! My mainfloor bathroom is begging for this animal paper!
Question about the wallpaper: how many rolls did you need? I have a small bathroom I’d love to paper in a similar style to yours (beadboard goes halfway up) but am unsure about the number of rolls I’d need.
What did you do?
Where on earth does one find kinkajou-playing-the-accordion wallpaper? I love it! Love the geometric floor tiles too. Your style choices are so fun and unique. Nice job!
So well done. Congrats! Love it.
Love it, love it. what size subway tiles and what brand of grout? I am buying with Cle as well.
Cheers
Kristy
Hi Kristy! I used the 4″ x 8″ subway tiles and the grout was the most neutral I could find. Gerry found one at Home Depot called platinum I think? It was just a simple light gray. Hopefully that helps and good luck with you project =)