A Guide to Custom Vanity Cabinets for Elegant Bathrooms
- Josh Klein
- Jan 16
- 5 min read
If you’ve ever started your morning by rummaging through a cluttered bathroom drawer—dodging hair ties, expired sunscreen, and that one travel-sized lotion you swear multiplies in the dark—you already know something’s off.
Bathrooms should feel calm. Intentional. A place where the day starts on the right foot. But when storage isn’t working? Your bathroom starts to feel like it’s working against you.
And that’s where custom vanity cabinets come in. Beautiful, functional, tailored cabinetry that turns daily routines into something smoother, simpler, and dare we say… peaceful.
At Closet & Cabinet Experts, we’ve been helping homeowners across Coastal Georgia and the Low Country design smarter bathrooms since 1984. And after 30,000+ storage systems, we can confidently say:
A great bathroom starts with a great vanity.
So let’s talk about what that really means—and how to design a custom vanity that looks elegant, works hard, and fits your life like it was built just for you… because it will be!
Why Your Vanity Matters More Than You Think
Custom Vanity Cabinets = Function + Beauty + Daily Sanity
Picture your bathroom right now. Go ahead—take a mental walk through it.
Where do your toiletries live?
What about your towels?
Do you have counter space… or is it all taken by bottles and gadgets that somehow never found a home?
Most homeowners tell us the same thing:
“I want my bathroom to feel calm. Like a retreat. But I also want it to be practical… because life happens.”
That sweet spot—calm + practical—is exactly what custom bathroom vanity cabinets deliver.
A well-designed vanity can:
✔ Maximize storage without feeling bulky
✔ Free up counters
✔ Improve your morning and evening routines
✔ Make the whole bathroom feel more elegant
✔ Add real value to your home
✔ Reduce visual clutter (goodbye countertop chaos!)
It sure is the most important piece in your bathroom besides the shower. And unlike a shower, you interact with your vanity several times a day.
So yes… it needs to work flawlessly.
Finding Your Style: Custom Vanity Cabinets That Match Your Personality
From classic charm to modern simplicity, there’s a style that fits your home—and your morning routine.
We see it all the time: Homeowners know when they don’t like something… but can’t pinpoint their preferred vanity style.
Totally normal.
Here are the most popular design styles (and which personality they tend to fit).
1. Classic & Timeless Custom Bathroom Vanity Cabinets
This style looks like it stepped out of a spa advertisement—in the best way possible!
Think:
Soft whites, warm neutrals
Shaker or raised-panel doors
Elegant hardware
Stone or quartz counters
Perfect for homeowners who want something that won’t feel dated in five years. Also plays well with traditional homes across Savannah, Beaufort, and Bluffton.
2. Modern Custom Vanity Design
This is the “I like clean lines and clear counters” crowd.
Features include:
Sleek slab fronts
Minimal hardware (or none at all)
Floating vanities
Integrated lighting
Matte finishes
Floating vanities are especially popular right now. They make the room feel bigger and make mopping a million times easier.
3. Rustic + Coastal Luxury Bathroom Vanities
We see this style often in Low Country homes.
Here, you’ll find:
Natural woods
Soft blues, seafoam greens, driftwood tones
Matte black or brushed brass hardware
Relaxed but refined. Inviting without being cluttered. Beachy without being kitsch.
4. High-End Luxury Bathroom Vanities
Go big or go home, right?
These vanities usually include:
Integrated charging stations
LED toe-kick lighting
Double towers for extra storage
Quartz or marble counters
Custom-width drawers for hot tools, razors, and skincare
And if you want elegance and every inch of storage optimized? This is definitely your lane!
Choosing the Right Size & Configuration for Your Space
A Vanity Cabinet Design Guide for Real Homes (Not Magazine Photoshoots)
Your bathroom shape, plumbing layout, and daily routine all affect what size vanity makes sense.
Single Vanities
Great for:
Small bathrooms
Guest bathrooms
Powder rooms
We often design these with:
One or two deep drawers
A tall side cabinet
Extra-wide lower storage
Because even a small vanity can feel luxurious when it’s organized well.
Double Vanities
If two people share the bathroom, do yourselves a favor and get a double. Life-changing!
You’ll enjoy:
Two sinks
Double the countertop space
Personalized storage zones
Fewer “Where’d you move my stuff?” conversations
We can also configure these with center towers, shared drawers, or separate sides—whatever matches your routine.
Floating Vanities
Great for:
Small bathrooms
Modern design lovers
Homeowners who want easy cleaning
They make the room feel airy and light.
Vanity Cabinets With Towers
These are game-changers for storage.
Great for:
Hiding electric toothbrushes
Organizing skincare
Keeping medicine away from little hands
Get vertical storage without adding clutter.
Materials & Finishes: What Holds Up Best in a Bathroom?
This is where durability really matters.
Bathrooms are tough environments. Humidity, hot showers, splashes, makeup spills—you name it. And that’s why custom bathroom cabinetry must be built with moisture-resistant materials and finishes.
Here’s what we typically recommend:
Durable Materials for Custom Bathroom Vanity Cabinets
1. High-quality wood composites: Resist swelling better than raw wood.
2. Thermofoil or laminate: Easy to clean, moisture-resistant, and available in stunning finishes, too.
3. Hardwood accents: Great for doors, drawers, and trim.
4. Furniture-grade plywood: Strong, stable, and long-lasting.
Finishes That Stay Beautiful
We steer clients toward:
Satin or matte paint
Textured wood-look laminates
Lightly stained woods
Soft-touch matte finishes
Gloss is pretty—don’t get us wrong—but it’s more prone to showing fingerprints and water spots in a high-use bathroom.
Let’s Talk Storage: The Secret Sauce of Great Vanity Cabinets
Smart bathroom remodel storage solutions make everything feel easier.
Here’s what we see all the time: A homeowner says they don’t have enough bathroom space. We open their vanity… and half the cabinet is wasted air.
Remember, good storage isn’t about stuffing more in. It’s about designing smarter zones.
Some of our go-to solutions:
1. Deep Drawer Dividers
Perfect for:
Hair tools
Makeup
Lotions
Brushes
Electric razors
Everything stays upright and visible. No more black hole effect!
2. Pull-Out Shelves
Great for items you use often but don’t want on the counter:
Towels
Cleaning supplies
Skincare
Taller bottles
3. Hidden Electrical Outlets
Tucks away:
Toothbrushes
Shavers
Hair tools
Counter clutter? Gone!
4. Tilt-Out Drawer Fronts
These slim compartments are perfect for:
Cotton pads
Toothpaste
Small daily essentials
5. Linen Drawers or Towers
Never had a bathroom linen drawer? Oh, you’re in for a treat!
Towels stack neatly. Guest linens stay fresh. Everything simply has a home.
Modern Vanity Cabinet Ideas That Elevate Your Bathroom Instantly
Now, if you want elegance without a full remodel, these small touches make a huge impact:
Soft-close everything
Under-cabinet LED lighting
Integrated drawer organizers
Matte black or brushed brass hardware
Stone-look quartz counters
Floating shelves to warm up the space
These details add sophistication without feeling trendy for trendiness’ sake.
Designing Your Dream Bathroom Vanity: What We Recommend
Here’s our honest, neighborly advice after 40+ years in this industry.
1. Start with how you live.
Do you need two sinks?
Do you actually get ready at the counter—or do you end up using a mirror in another room?
2. Prioritize storage you’ll use every day.
Drawers are almost always more functional than doors.
3. Don’t chase trends.
Choose something you’ll still love in 10 years.
4. Invest in materials that last.
Humidity doesn’t play fair.
5. Work with professionals who listen.
You shouldn’t feel pressured—just guided.
And yes, we’d love to be those neighbors for you!
Your Bathroom Deserves to Feel Calm, Beautiful, and Truly Yours
You use your bathroom every single day. It should support you—not frustrate you.
Tell us what you’re dreaming of. We’ll bring the ideas, the measurements, the 40 years of experience—and together, we’ll design a bathroom vanity that fits your space and your life.
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