The Powder Room: Your Chance to Have Fun
The powder room is the one space in your home where you can go bold. No one showers in it, no one lingers. Wallpaper, moody paint, brass fixtures, statement mirrors — it’s the best $10K-$20K you’ll spend in a renovation.
Standard Powder Room Sizes in Calgary
- Tight: 3’x5′ (15 sq ft) — common in 1970s-80s homes
- Average: 4’x6′ (24 sq ft)
- Spacious: 5’x7′ (35 sq ft) — room for a proper vanity
Design Trends for Calgary Powder Rooms (2026)
- Statement wallpaper — botanical, moody, Morris & Co, Cole & Son, Rebel Walls
- Moody paint colours — deep green, navy, black, clay
- Vessel sinks — making a comeback in luxury powder rooms
- Wall-mounted faucets — clean counters, high-end look
- Pedestal or console sinks — airy in tight spaces
- Antique or vintage mirrors
- Unlacquered brass fixtures
Vanity Options
| Style | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pedestal sink | Very tight spaces | $200-$800 |
| Wall-mount console | Small, modern | $600-$2,500 |
| Floating vanity (24″) | Standard modern | $800-$2,500 |
| Custom furniture-style | Traditional, luxe | $2,000-$6,000 |
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⚠ Estimate Disclaimer: These are only ROUGH estimates that can vary wildly. Do not take these numbers as gospel. Having a defined scope of work and exact selections will give you clarity.
Lighting a Powder Room
One good fixture is enough. Options: sconces flanking the mirror, a pendant drop above the sink, or a statement chandelier. Skip the flush-mount — it’s boring and casts bad shadows.
What It Costs in Calgary
| Scope | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (paint, fixtures, mirror) | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| Surface renovation (vanity, toilet, tile, paint) | $6,000 – $12,000 |
| Full gut | $12,000 – $25,000 |
| Luxury (custom vanity, stone, designer paper) | $18,000 – $35,000 |
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⚠ Estimate Disclaimer: These are only ROUGH estimates that can vary wildly. Do not take these numbers as gospel. Having a defined scope of work and exact selections will give you clarity.
Our Favourite Powder Room Move
Dark walls + warm brass + a big round mirror + one dramatic pendant + a wall-mount faucet. It’s a classic that will look amazing for 15 years.
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