At Penney Design Group, we believe great spaces are created when architecture and interiors are designed together, not separately. While many people know us for our architectural and planning work, we also provide interior design services as part of our holistic approach to design. With a full staff of architects and an interior designer on staff, we thoughtfully coordinate everything from space planning and code compliance to finish selections and final detailing.

This mood board showcases a commercial restroom concept developed for a client seeking a rich, moody green palette with elevated, hospitality-inspired finishes. The goal was to create a space that felt dramatic and refined while still being durable, functional, and ADA-compliant.

Even within a relatively compact restroom layout, there were many layers of coordination involved, from circulation clearances and accessibility requirements to material transitions, lighting, and plumbing fixture integration. Thoughtful interior design is not simply about selecting finishes; it is about creating a cohesive experience that supports how a space functions and feels.

The Design Vision

The client gravitated toward deep green tones, dark wood stains, and textured materials that would create a warm, immersive atmosphere. We balanced those darker elements with reflective surfaces, layered lighting, and subtle tonal variation to prevent the space from feeling heavy. We started with an inspiration board of images we thought conveyed the direction the client was hoping to take the design to make sure we were on the same page for the design basis.

The result is a restroom concept that feels contemporary and sophisticated while remaining highly practical for commercial use.

Featured Finishes & Materials

Tile: Daltile “Mesmerist Allure” Vertical Stack

The primary wall finish is Daltile’s Mesmerist Allure tile in a vertical stacked layout. The elongated proportions and glossy surface help reflect light throughout the room while emphasizing height and rhythm along the walls. The green tone introduces depth and richness without overwhelming the space.

Flooring: Garden State Tile “Titan Coal” 12” x 24” Natural Rectified

For the flooring, we selected a large-format charcoal tile with subtle aggregate movement and a matte appearance. The darker floor anchors the space and complements the green palette while offering durability suitable for commercial applications.

The rectified edges provide a cleaner, more contemporary installation with tighter grout joints, helping the floor feel seamless and refined.

Wood Finishes: Minwax “Phantom Gray” and “True Black” Stains

The stall doors feature a gray-toned wood stain that introduces subtle contrast against the warmer black elements in the room. The visible wood grain softens the overall palette and adds a natural texture that keeps the design from feeling too industrial.

The restroom entry door was intentionally finished in a deeper black stain to create a stronger visual anchor at the perimeter of the space. The finish provides contrast against the green wall tile while maintaining continuity with the darker flooring and plumbing accessories.

Sink: The Splash Lab “Lumashelf”

The integrated sink selection helped reinforce the modern, monolithic aesthetic of the restroom. Its sculptural form creates a clean, minimal appearance while maximizing functionality in a compact footprint.

 

The darker aggregate finish ties into the flooring palette and contributes to the layered tonal variation throughout the room.

Lighting: Astro Lighting “Cabaret Four Light” Matte Black

Lighting played an important role in balancing the darker finishes. The matte black vanity fixture introduces a softer glow through exposed globe lighting, helping the room feel warm and inviting rather than stark.

Mirror: Sloan Angle Frame Graphite Mirror

The graphite-framed mirror adds another layer of tonal depth while maintaining the restrained, modern palette. Its clean geometry reinforces the linear qualities established by the stacked tile and large-format flooring.

Wallcovering: LBI Boyd “Cedar”

To soften the hard finishes and introduce visual texture, we paired the tile with an atmospheric green wallcovering above. The layered tonal movement creates a subtle organic quality that complements the natural wood grain used throughout the space.

An alternate wallcovering option was also explored during the design process to study how different textures and tonal shifts affected the overall mood of the room.

Designing Within ADA Requirements

While aesthetics are an important part of any project, commercial restroom design also requires careful attention to accessibility and code compliance. This restroom layout was developed to meet ADA requirements, including clearances, fixture spacing, and accessible circulation paths.

Balancing accessibility with strong design is something we prioritize on every project. Thoughtful planning allows a space to function properly without sacrificing atmosphere or visual impact.

Interior Design Beyond Full Architectural Projects

Not every client comes to us needing a full-building renovation or large-scale commercial project, and that is completely okay.

In addition to architecture and planning services, our team can assist with interior scheming, finish selection, mood boards, space planning, and design development for smaller-scale projects as well. Whether someone needs help refining the look and feel of a space or developing a cohesive material palette before construction begins, we can tailor our services to meet the needs of the project.

At Penney Design Group, we see interiors as an extension of architecture. The materials, lighting, textures, and spatial experience all work together to tell the story of a space, and we love helping clients bring that vision to life.