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19 Cute Kids' Bathroom Ideas That Are Fun and Functional

These elevated, playful designs work for kids of all ages.

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Designing a kids’ bathroom is a balancing act. You want it to be practical and full of personality. We’ve collected the best kids’ bathroom design ideas for kids of all ages. Whether you’re looking to renovate the space completely or simply add a few fun details, there’s sure to be an idea here that inspires you.

If your kids are small enough that you’re still helping with bath time, you’ll want to design a bathroom that’s both practical—think towels in easy reach, bath toy organizers, and a spot where you can sit—and playful. If your kids are a bit older, they can weigh in on things like colors, patterns, and storage ideas for their bathroom.

The best bathroom designs can grow up with your kids, so it may be wise to keep elements like tiles and fixtures simple and add personality through wall art, shower curtains, and paint colors. As your children grow up and their tastes change, it’s easy to repaint the vanity, switch out the shower curtain, or find some new bathroom decor items.

We’ve also included plenty of ideas that are elevated enough for grown-ups, but have a bit of childlike whimsy. Designers especially love these ideas for kids’ bathrooms that also serve as the guest bathroom.

Ahead, read up on the best kids’ bathroom ideas to inspire your next makeover.

1

Pretty and Pink

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Elsie Larsen

Paint the vanity in a dusty pink shade to play up the bathroom's timeless elements, like gold hardware, mid-century sconces and and white subway tiles.

2

Black and White All Over

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Stephani Buchman

Embrace the monochrome look by pairing a black and marble vanity with floral wallpaper in the same color palette. Stick to neutral-colored decor or add in a bright color to freshen things up.

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3

Repurposed Bar Cart

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Mike Garten

If you have room to spare, load up a rolling bar cart with anything (and everything) they might need: bath products, spare toilet paper, extra washcloths and more.

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4

Bold Stripes

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James Carierre

For consistency's sake, cover all of the walls — in and out of the shower — with striped vinyl wallpaper. Follow the same approach with the floor by taking the diamond tile from the door all the way into the shower.

5

A Bright Contrast

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Rachel Shingleton

Brighten up a small bathroom with a dynamic duo, like cobalt blue and lemon yellow. Lean heavy on one color (blue, in this case) and use the other for subtle contrast.

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6

Coastal Inspiration

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Jacob Snavley

Lobster wallpaper and rope mirrors turn a bathroom into a seaside escape. Since red walls can easily overwhelm a small space, try to keep the trim, molding and vanity as muted as possible.

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7

Open Shelving

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Mike Garten

Fill open shelves with cloth baskets and bins, so they can reach towels, toilet paper and other essentials with ease. Just be sure to keep cleaning products or any other potentially harmful items out of reach.

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8

Pops of Color

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Nail the two-tone effect by installing diamond tiles on the bottom half of the walls. But don't let the color stop there: Elevate the space with a patterned shower curtain, decorative plates and other vibrant additions.

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9

Traditional Accents

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GAP Interiors/Robin Stubbert

If guests use your kid's bathroom from time to time, go for a more subdued look with a mix of grays, whites and blacks. Let the striped shower curtain be the focal point — or do away with stripes altogether and pick a more whimsical pattern.

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10

Floral Accent Wall

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Jean Allsopp

Instead of tiling the entire wall, cover the upper half with a colorful vinyl wallpaper that can withstand extreme moisture and heat.

11

Geometric Flooring

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Alex Hemer

Draw the eye up by covering the bathroom floor with blue-and-white geometric tile. To ensure a clean and crisp look, keep everything else light and bright — white walls and a farmhouse sink, for example.

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12

Worldly Aesthetic

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Laurey W. Glenn for Country Living

The world is their oyster — and this clever design will show them exactly that. Wrap the walls in map-inspired wallpaper, so they can see all of the adventures ahead of them.

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13

Pattern Play

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Annie Schlechter

Trick the eye by layering patterns, colors and textures. Start with a larger medallion pattern on the floor, then cover the walls with ditsy florals and glossy subway tile.

14

Sweet and Serene

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David A. Land for Country Living

Go full-on feminine by incorporating bright florals throughout the space, ranging from framed wall art to a scalloped bath mat. For a cohesive look, paint the underside of the clawfoot club in a complementary color.

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15

Vintage Statement

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Mandi Gubler

Warm up an otherwise all-white bathroom by covering one wall in a deep green shade. Affix a retro-inspired map to the wall to tie the light and dark colors together.

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16

Neutral Glam

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James Baigrie

Keep it neutral now — and you'll thank us later. Bring some personality to the space with geometric wallpaper, silver sconces and statement mirrors.

17

Farmhouse Feeling

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Annie Schlechter

Mix different finishes and textures — a brushed silver faucet, black metal light fixture and distressed wooden mirror — to give off a rustic vibe. Opt for light-colored walls, flooring and tiling, so the farmhouse accents can really pop.

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18

Painted Beadboard

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Max Kim-Bee for Country Living

Paint the walls in a bold hue, then keep everything else fairly neutral to create a cabin-like feel. Sprinkle in touches of the past, like a vintage washboard or photos from your summer camp days.

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19

Skirted Sink

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David Tsay for Country Living

Out of sight, out of mind: Hang a striped skirt to hide the inevitable clutter that an open vanity brings. When you need to grab hold of cleaning supplies, toilet paper or other bathroom extras, simply peel it back to get what you need.

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Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more. 

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