The Ivory Skylight Bench Bath
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A 5x8 California modern guest bath with an ivory tiled walk-in shower, a bench through the glass and a floating oak vanity.
Who it's for: Homeowners who want a bright, simple guest bath with a built-in shower bench in a compact footprint.
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We wanted this small guest bath to feel open and full of daylight. Ivory tile runs up the shower walls and across a long built-in bench that slips past the glass, and a sliding door keeps the narrow room clear. A gray porcelain floor grounds the space, while a floating oak vanity and brushed nickel fixtures keep it warm and easy. Below, we share each piece we chose and the thinking behind it.
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Everything in this room
Numbers match the markers on the rendering. Items marked "Not pictured" complete the room but aren't shown in the image.
Tile & Flooring
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Tenedos 4 x 12 in Matte Ceramic Subway Tile, Ivory (Box of 34)
Finish: Ivory matte (putty stand-in)
Why we chose it
We ran one soft ivory tile in a straight vertical stack over the shower walls, bench and curb for a calm, seamless enclosure.
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Daltile Wanderwise 12 x 24 in Glazed Porcelain Floor Tile (17.60 Sq Ft per Carton)
Finish: Gray
Why we chose it
We laid a large-format gray porcelain so the small floor reads as one quiet plane.
Vanity & Sink
- 7
30" Fluted Floating Bathroom Vanity with Ceramic Sink, Oak
Finish: Oak
Why we chose it
We picked a floating oak vanity with a fluted front to keep the floor open and add warmth.
Fixtures
- 3
Soft-Close Frameless Sliding Shower Door, 55-60 in W x 76 in H, Brushed Nickel
Finish: Brushed nickel
Why we chose it
We chose a soft-close slider in brushed nickel so the door never swings into the narrow room.
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32 x 78 in Fixed Frameless Shower Glass Panel, 3/8 in Clear Tempered Glass, Matte Black Hardware
Finish: Clear glass, matte black hardware
Why we chose it
We set a tall fixed panel on the bench where it passes through the glass, so the bench reads as one long line.
- 5
Aolemi 12-Inch Rain Shower System with Handheld, Brushed Nickel
Finish: Nickel
Why we chose it
We paired a wide rain head with a handheld on the back wall. The listing says "1.8 GPM".
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24" Linear Shower Drain with Tile Insert Grate, Brushed Nickel
Finish: Brushed nickel
Why we chose it
We chose a linear drain with a tile insert to keep the shower floor clean and simple.
- 8
Moen Karis Single-Hole Bathroom Faucet, Spot Resist Brushed Nickel (84346SRN)
Finish: Spot Resist brushed nickel
Why we chose it
We chose a slim faucet in spot-resist nickel to match the shower trim.
Toilet
- 9
American Standard Cadet PRO Two-Piece Elongated Toilet, 12-Inch Rough, White (215TA105.020)
Finish: White
Why we chose it
We chose a tall elongated toilet with a 12-inch rough. The listing says 1.28 GPF.
Lighting
- 11Not pictured
16" Dimmable LED Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, 2-Pack, Brushed Nickel
Finish: Brushed nickel
Why we chose it
We added dimmable flush mounts for even light after the skylight goes dark.
Mirror
- 10
30" Round Metal Frame Wall Mirror, Silver
Finish: Silver
Why we chose it
We hung a simple round mirror to soften the straight lines of the tile.
Hardware
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Cilee 8-Piece Bathroom Hardware Set with 24" Towel Bar, Brushed Nickel
Finish: Brushed nickel
Why we chose it
We picked a full brushed nickel set with a towel bar, ring, paper holder and hooks.
Textiles
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6-Piece 630 GSM Cotton Bath Towel Set
Finish: Pearl
Why we chose it
We hang plush ivory towels by the shower.
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Tens Towels 6-Piece Hand Towel Set, 16 x 28 in, White
Finish: White
Why we chose it
We keep a white hand towel by the sink.
- 15Not pictured
Waffle Non-Slip Bath Mat, 16 x 24 in, Navy Blue
Finish: Navy blue
Why we chose it
We set a small navy mat at the shower door for a pop of color.
- 26Not pictured
White Classic Luxury Silver Washcloths 12 Pack - 13x13, 100% Turkish Cotton
Finish: Silver grey
Why we chose it
We added silver-grey Turkish cotton washcloths that sit nicely with the brushed nickel and round silver mirror.
Decor
- 16Not pictured
12" Mid-Century Teak Wood Plant Stool
Finish: Teak
Why we chose it
We use a small teak stool for a plant or a folded towel.
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Cesun 1.6 Gal Soft-Close Bathroom Trash Can with Lid, Matte Black
Finish: Matte black
Why we chose it
We tucked a small soft-close can beside the vanity.
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Glass Soap Dispensers, Set of 2, 16 oz, Amber Bottle / Brushed Gold Pump
Finish: Amber bottle / brushed gold pump
Why we chose it
We set out amber glass pumps for a warm accent.
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FORASTO 2-in-1 Toilet Brush and Plunger Set, Black
Finish: Black
Why we chose it
We like a tidy black set that stays out of the way.
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Bamboo Rectangular Tissue Box Cover, 9.8 x 5.5 x 3.7 in
Finish: Natural
Why we chose it
We chose a natural bamboo cover for warmth.
- 21Not pictured
Xcleen Sandalwood Reed Diffuser Set with Sticks
Finish: Glass bottle, rattan sticks
Why we chose it
We added a sandalwood diffuser for a welcoming scent.
- 22Not pictured
16 oz Vanilla Soy Wax Candle in Amber Jar
Finish: Vanilla, amber jar
Why we chose it
We love an amber candle for an evening glow.
- 23Not pictured
4-Slot Marble Toothbrush Holder Stand, Brown
Finish: Brown marble-look
Why we chose it
We set a marble holder by the sink to keep things tidy.
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Natural Abstract Framed Canvas Wall Art Prints, 16 x 24 in, Set of 3
Finish: Yellow
Why we chose it
We hung a soft, neutral abstract print.
Natural abstract framed canvas: the listing is a set of 3 prints in the Yellow color option.
- 25Not pictured
24" Natural Oak Wood Floating Shelf
Finish: Gold oak
Why we chose it
We hung a simple oak shelf for a little display space.
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Lifewit 75L Slim Laundry Hamper with Lid and Removable Bag, Gray
Finish: Gray
Why we chose it
We tucked a slim gray 75L hamper with a lid into the plan — it works with the gray floor tile.
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Amolliar Glass Apothecary Jar Qtip Holder Metal Lids 4pc/Black
Finish: Black lids
Why we chose it
We lined the vanity with a four-piece glass jar set with black metal lids as a quiet accent beside the nickel.
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Miamolo Soap Dish, Ceramic Soap Holder Shower Soap Dish for Bar Soap Sponge, Soap Saver Tray for Bathroom Kitchen Sink, White
Finish: White
Why we chose it
We set a white ceramic self-draining soap dish by the sink so bars stay dry without competing with the nickel.
Notes
- Silver Turkish cotton washcloths (12-pack), Lifewit 75L slim hamper (gray), Amolliar Q-tip jars (4-pc, black lids), and White ceramic self-draining soap dish aren't shown in the illustration.
- The image is an illustrative rendering, not a photograph. Products may differ in color, size and detail from the render.
- Tenedos ivory matte 4x12 tile: we used ivory in place of the putty in our original plan. Each box covers about 11.22 sq ft; we plan on 8 boxes, about 90 sq ft for the shower walls, bench and curb (assumed).
- Daltile Wanderwise 12x24 tile: we used gray in place of the olive in our original plan. Each carton covers 17.60 sq ft; we plan on 3 cartons, about 53 sq ft for a floor of about 40 sq ft (assumed).
- Sliding shower door and fixed glass panel: the listings don't say whether the slider and the 32-inch panel fit one shower opening together. The panel has matte black hardware and the slider is brushed nickel.
- 30-inch fluted floating oak vanity: the listing doesn't state the faucet-hole count, so we chose a single-hole faucet with an optional deck plate.
- Not listed: the skylight, wall paint and grout. The skylight is shown as part of the room only.
- Listed under Complete the room: the ceiling lights, hardware set, towels, bath mat, stool, trash can, soap dispensers, toilet brush set, tissue box cover, diffuser, candle, toothbrush holder, wall art and shelf.
- Lighting: the render shows a wall sconce, but the listed light is a 16-inch flush mount ceiling light, so the sconce has no hotspot.
- Ivory 630 GSM bath towel set: the listing's color option is Pearl.
- Natural abstract framed canvas: the listing is a set of 3 prints in the Yellow color option.
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