The Lantern Light Powder Room
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A small powder room that greets guests with lantern glow and big Talavera character
Who it's for: A powder room near the living space, for guests who stop in for a minute.
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We love proving that the smallest room in a house can carry the most heart. A small room with a big welcome: hand-painted Talavera wraps the lower walls in blue, gold and green, and two lantern sconces glow amber against warm plaster. A teak vanity and a round black mirror keep it simple, so guests notice the tile, the light and the sense that someone cared. Below, we share each piece we chose and the thinking behind it.
Illustrative rendering, not a photograph. 
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29 pieces, linked on Amazon.
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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.
Paint
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Rust-Oleum 332141-2PK Simply Home Interior Wall Paint, Gallon, Eggshell Pure White
Finish: Eggshell, Pure White
Why we chose it
We chose a clean, bright white so the room's curves hold their soft shadow lines and the warm metal has something to glow against. It comes pre-tinted, and the listing describes a low VOC, water-based, very low odor formula that's washable.
Wall paint: the listing says "Low VOC" and gives no g/L figure. Its title includes "2PK" while the size shows 1 gallon, so confirm the quantity before ordering.
Tile & Flooring
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Mexican Tiles Mix Box of 100 Talavera Tiles, Hand Painted, 20 Colonial Patterns
Finish: Hand-painted ceramic, 4x4 in, mixed patterns
Why we chose it
We chose tile handmade and hand-painted in Mexico because each one carries its own brushstrokes and pools of glaze, so the wainscot feels alive and a little imperfect in the best way. It is the heart of this room.
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Rustic Cotto 13 x 13 inch Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile
Finish: Glazed terracotta-toned porcelain
Why we chose it
We wanted the warmth of old terracotta underfoot in an easy-care porcelain, so the room feels sun-baked and grounded without sealing.
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Custom Building Products WDG5-4 5 Lb White Dry Non-Sanded Tile Grout
Finish: White, non-sanded
Why we chose it
We chose clean white joints to give each hand-painted tile its own frame, so the color sings the way we love to see in old Mexican tile work.
Grout: the non-sanded grout listing is for narrow joints (up to 1/8 in). Handmade tile is often set wider; use a sanded grout in that case.
Vanity & Sink
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ARS Concepts 30 Single Bathroom Vanity, Soft-Close, Teak
Finish: Teak-tone solid wood and MDF, manufactured stone top
Why we chose it
We chose this little vanity for its warm honey teak tone, two soft-close drawers and an open shelf for rolled towels, which give it the relaxed feel of furniture. It comes fully assembled with an manufactured stone top.
Vanity: Drawer pulls, top thickness and sink shape in the render are approximate. Confirm faucet hole drilling on the top before ordering.
Fixtures
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gotonovo Bathroom Faucet 1 Hole Vintage, Antique Brass, 7.1-inch Spout Reach
Finish: Antique brass
Why we chose it
We love how this gently curved antique-brass spout looks polished by years of hands, bringing old-world warmth to the white top with a simple single-lever motion.
Faucet: The render shows a widespread faucet with two handles; this is a single-hole faucet with one lever.
Toilet
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Bolina W2161RD One-Piece Toilet, Dual Flush 1.0/1.28 GPF, Elongated, 12-inch Rough-In
Finish: White ceramic
Why we chose it
We picked a smooth one-piece form that's easy to clean and quiet in a small room, with a dual flush (1.0/1.28 GPF).
Bolina: The render shows a two-piece-style tank; this is a one-piece toilet.
Lighting
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Yisuro Wall Sconces Set of 2, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Retro Rustic Wall Lamps with Amber Glass
Finish: Oil rubbed bronze, amber glass
Why we chose it
We fell for these kerosene-lantern shapes with amber glass, which throw a honeyed, candle-like glow across the tile, the light that makes a small room feel like a courtyard at dusk. The listing describes stepless dimming and a 2-in-1 design with a plug-in cord option.
Mirror
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USHOWER 24 Inch Black Round Bathroom Mirror for Over Sink, Metal Frame
Finish: Matte black metal frame
Why we chose it
We chose a clean black circle to echo the iron details and give the busy tile a calm place to rest the eye. At 24 inches, it's in proportion with a small vanity.
Hardware
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Stur-De Wrought Iron Towel Ring, Handmade Rustic Wall Holder
Finish: Black wrought iron
Why we chose it
We love blacksmith-forged iron with small hammer marks, a quiet handmade detail right where a guest reaches for a towel.
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Flybath Toilet Paper Holder Brushed Brass Antique Wall Mount
Finish: Antique brushed brass
Why we chose it
We chose solid brass with a gently aged, hand-applied finish, the kind of small, honest detail we love in old Spanish houses. Hidden screws keep the line clean.
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Flybath 2PCS Towel Hooks Brushed Brass Antique Coat Robe Hooks Wall Mount
Finish: Antique brushed brass
Why we chose it
We added two small brass hooks for a robe and a towel so the warm glow of brass repeats around the room. Simple, sturdy and quietly vintage.
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Century Hardware Modern Geo Round Knob 10628-4, Satin Brass, 38mm, 10 Pack
Finish: Satin brass (solid brass)
Why we chose it
We chose solid brass in a soft satin finish to tie the vanity to the warm metal around it. It's a small thing the hand meets every day, and we think small things matter.
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Brass Gold Toilet Brush and Holder Set, Stainless Steel Heavy Duty Toilet Bowl Brush
Finish: Brass gold
Why we chose it
We chose a brass-gold brush and holder so everyday cleanup keeps the same warm metal glow as the faucet and hooks.
Ventilation
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Miseno MBF080L 80 CFM Ultra Quiet 0.3 Sones Energy Star and HVI Certified Exhaust Fan with LED Lighting, White
Finish: White grille
Why we chose it
We wanted the air to clear gently after a hot shower, which helps keep moisture off the paint and grout. We chose this one for its whisper-quiet 0.3 sones and 80 CFM for a small to medium bath, and we love that it adds a warm 2700K LED glow with a night-light setting. The listing says it is ENERGY STAR rated and listed.
Exhaust fan with light: Ceiling-mounted, so not shown in the illustration. Hire an electrician and size the fan to your room; 80 CFM suits small to medium baths per the listing.
Textiles
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Lahome Moroccan Runner Rug 2x4, Non-Slip, Low-Pile, Washable
Finish: Moroccan geometric print
Why we chose it
We chose a soft, washable landing for bare feet, with a geometric pattern that picks up the tile's medallions. The listing describes a non-slip backing to help it stay in place on smooth tile.
Runner rug: The render rug colors are approximate; check the listing for color options.
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Mindow 2Pcs Waffle Hand Towels for Bathroom, Cotton Waffle Weave, 13 x 29 in
Finish: Off-white cotton waffle
Why we chose it
We wanted light, airy off-white cotton waffle to soften all that tile and plaster, and it dries quickly.
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SUPERIOR Cotton Hand Towel Set, Zero Twist, Waffle Border, Set of 6, Ivory
Finish: Ivory cotton, waffle honeycomb
Why we chose it
We kept a second towel in mind with the same soft waffle texture: ivory zero-twist cotton with a hanging loop, and a set of six so a fresh one is always ready.
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Tens Towels 4 Piece Extra Large Bath Towels 30 x 60 Inches, Cream
Finish: Cream
Why we chose it
We wanted cream XL bath towels for this warm Talavera powder room, soft against plaster and tile when a guest needs more than a hand towel.
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Cream White Waffle Bath Mat, Boho Bathroom Rugs Non Slip, 30x20
Finish: Cream white
Why we chose it
We laid a cream waffle mat beside the runner so bare feet meet soft texture that suits the warm tile underfoot.
Cream waffle bath mat: soft landing beside the runner rug.
Decor
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Bico Matte White Ceramic 12oz Soap Dispenser, with Removable Pump
Finish: Matte white ceramic
Why we chose it
We picked matte white ceramic because we love how softly it sits on the counter, keeping the vanity calm and uncluttered.
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Olive Trees Artificial Indoor, 5ft Tall Olive Tree with White Planter
Finish: Silk leaves, natural wood trunk, white planter with weighted cement base
Why we chose it
We love how silver-green leaves on a real wood trunk bring a breath of a Mediterranean courtyard indoors, with no watering or sun needed.
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Gold Toothbrush Holder Stand, Stainless Steel Bathroom Organizer
Finish: Gold
Why we chose it
We set a gold stainless toothbrush stand on the vanity so everyday brushes keep a little of the brass warmth from the faucet.
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Cesun Slim Bathroom Trash Can with Lid, Soft Close, Black, 6L/1.6 Gallon
Finish: Black
Why we chose it
We chose a slim black soft-close can to sit quietly with the round black mirror, so the trash can keeps the same dark circle of calm.
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StorageWorks Wicker Seagrass Baskets, Toilet Basket Tank Topper, Brown
Finish: Natural brown seagrass
Why we chose it
We set a natural seagrass tank-top basket on the toilet so spare rolls and small towels have a woven home that warms the room.
Toilet tank basket: natural brown seagrass for the tank top.
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KUK Small Bathroom Trash Can with Lid Soft Close, Step Pedal, 2.6 Gal Stainless Steel Garbage Can with Removable Inner Bucket, Anti-Fingerprint
Finish: Stainless steel
Why we chose it
We added a 2.6 gal stainless step-pedal can with a removable bucket for hands-free cleanup beside the powder-room vanity.
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GE Bathroom Scale for Body Weight 500lbs, Digital Weight Scales Heavy Duty
Finish: Digital bathroom scale
Why we chose it
We added a heavy-duty digital scale rated to 500 lb as a practical piece for everyday weigh-ins in this warm powder room.
Bathroom scale: listing title does not state a color; confirm the finish on the product page before ordering.
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SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid, 23.8 Gallon (90 L) Synthetic Rattan Clothes Laundry Basket with Lid and Handles, Foldable, Removable Liner, Chestnut
Finish: Chestnut rattan-look
Why we chose it
We chose a chestnut rattan-look hamper with a lid so laundry has a warm woven home that suits Spanish Revival plaster and tile.
Laundry hamper with lid: chestnut rattan-look for warm Spanish Revival texture.
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Square Tissue Box Cover with Removable Bottom, Champagne Gold
Finish: Champagne gold
Why we chose it
We covered tissues in a champagne-gold square so the vanity keeps a soft gold note beside the antique-brass faucet and hooks.
Notes
- Gold toothbrush holder stand, slim soft-close trash can, toilet brush & holder, bath towels (4-pc, XL), cream waffle bath mat, toilet tank basket, step-pedal trash can, bathroom scale, laundry hamper with lid and tissue box cover (champagne gold) aren't shown in the illustration.
- Slim soft-close trash can: black to pair with the round black mirror.
- Bath towels (4-pc, XL): cream XL bath towels; our hand-towel picks stay as the smaller everyday option.
- Cream waffle bath mat: soft landing beside the runner rug.
- Toilet tank basket: natural brown seagrass for the tank top.
- Step-pedal trash can: stainless steel (not gold); a second can option beside our slim black soft-close pick.
- Bathroom scale: listing title does not state a color; confirm the finish on the product page before ordering.
- Laundry hamper with lid: chestnut rattan-look for warm Spanish Revival texture.
- Tissue box cover (champagne gold): champagne gold square for the brass mix.
- Hand towels (second option): an alternative to our first towel pick, ivory rather than off-white and 30 x 16 in.
- Wall paint: the listing says "Low VOC" and gives no g/L figure. Its title includes "2PK" while the size shows 1 gallon, so confirm the quantity before ordering.
- Grout: the non-sanded grout listing is for narrow joints (up to 1/8 in). Handmade tile is often set wider; use a sanded grout in that case.
- Toilet paper holder and hooks are antique brass to match the faucet; the towel ring and mirror are black.
- Vanity: Drawer pulls, top thickness and sink shape in the render are approximate. Confirm faucet hole drilling on the top before ordering.
- Faucet: The render shows a widespread faucet with two handles; this is a single-hole faucet with one lever.
- Lantern sconces: Hotspot covers the pair (second sconce at x 63%, y 22%). Lantern cage detail is approximate. Bulbs not included per listing.
- Bolina: The render shows a two-piece-style tank; this is a one-piece toilet.
- Talavera wall tile: Patterns and colors vary box to box; the render's tile mix is approximate.
- Runner rug: The render rug colors are approximate; check the listing for color options.
- Amazon sets product details, prices and availability, and they may change. Product finishes in the rendering are approximate.
- Product selections are design suggestions only. Check local codes and permit requirements with your installer before you build.
- Exhaust fan with light: Ceiling-mounted, so not shown in the illustration. Hire an electrician and size the fan to your room; 80 CFM suits small to medium baths per the listing.
- Cabinet knobs: An optional swap for the vanity's own hardware. These are single-hole knobs with a geometric face; if your vanity uses two-hole pulls you will need to fill or cover the holes. Count your doors and drawers before ordering.
- Faux olive tree: Not shown in the illustration. At 5 ft tall it needs a clear corner of floor space.
Amazon sets product details and availability, and they may change.