Bathroom Remodeling in Kirkland, WA
Design-build bathroom renovations for Kirkland homes, from lakefront properties near Moss Bay to newer builds around Totem Lake. Walk-in showers, double vanities, tile, and heated floors, handled start to finish by one team.
What We DoTailored Bathroom Remodeling for Your Home
Full Bathroom Remodels
A complete bathroom renovation, from demolition and waterproofing through tile, fixtures, and finish, planned around how you actually use the room.
Custom Bathroom Design
A bathroom designed around your space and needs, whether that means a spa-style primary bath or a compact powder room that makes the most of a tight footprint.
Walk-in Shower Conversions
Curbless and low-threshold walk-in showers, including tub-to-shower conversions that open up older Kirkland bathrooms and make them easier to use for years.
Vanity & Storage
Single and double vanities, floating cabinetry, and built-in storage that keeps counters clear and fits the way your household gets ready each morning.
Tile & Fixtures
Floor-to-ceiling tile, heated floors, and quality fixtures selected together so the finished bathroom holds up to daily use and to Kirkland's damp climate.
Tell us about your bathroom and we'll walk you through what's possible on your budget and timeline.
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Bathroom Remodeling for Kirkland HomesA Trusted Partner for Kirkland Bathroom Remodeling
Kirkland homes are a real mix. There are lakefront and older properties around Moss Bay and Houghton, mid-century homes in Bridle Trails, established neighborhoods in Juanita and Rose Hill, and newer construction around Totem Lake and Finn Hill. That range means no two bathroom remodels here look the same, and the right approach depends a lot on the age and layout of your house.
Many of the bathrooms we remodel in Kirkland were built for a different era, with small stand-alone tubs, dated tile, and layouts that waste space. We rework them into bright, practical rooms with walk-in showers, better storage, and finishes that stand up to the Eastside's wet winters. Because we're a design-build team, one group handles the design, the selections, and the construction, so you're not managing a designer and a contractor separately.
Why RemodelThe Benefits of a Bathroom Remodel
A well-planned bathroom renovation does more than update the look. It fixes the daily annoyances, protects your home from water damage, and adds real value when it's time to sell.
Better Daily Function
A layout that fits your routine, a walk-in shower that's easy to step into, and storage that keeps everything within reach make the room work harder every single day.
Proper Waterproofing
New waterproofing behind the tile, correctly sloped shower pans, and quality fixtures protect the framing and subfloor, which matters a lot in Kirkland's damp climate.
Strong Return
Bathrooms are one of the first things Eastside buyers judge. A clean, modern primary bath or updated guest bath is one of the more reliable remodels for resale value.
The Full ScopeWhat a Complete Bathroom Remodel Includes
A full bathroom renovation touches more than tile and paint. Here's what we typically handle so nothing falls through the cracks.
Structure & Systems
Demolition and safe disposal
Framing and layout changes
Plumbing rough-in and relocation
Electrical, outlets, and GFCI
Ventilation and exhaust fans
Waterproofing and moisture control
Surfaces & Fixtures
Floor and wall tile
Walk-in showers and tub-to-shower conversions
Tubs, toilets, and shower systems
Vanities and countertops
Heated flooring
Faucets, shower valves, and hardware
Finishing Touches
Lighting and mirrors
Built-in niches and storage
Glass shower enclosures
Paint and trim
Accessibility features on request
Final walkthrough and cleanup
Bathroom Remodeling Options We Handle
These are the choices most Kirkland homeowners weigh during a bathroom remodel. We'll help you sort out which ones fit your space and budget.
Walk-in & Curbless Showers
A walk-in shower is the most requested upgrade we see. We build low-threshold and fully curbless showers with proper slope and drainage, which makes the bathroom feel bigger and much easier to step into, now and as you get older.
Tub-to-Shower Conversions
Plenty of older Kirkland bathrooms have a cramped tub nobody uses. Converting that space to a large shower opens up the room. If you want to keep one bathtub in the house for resale, we'll help you decide which bathroom keeps it.
Double Vanities & Storage
A double vanity takes the friction out of busy mornings, and floating cabinetry keeps the floor visually open. We plan drawers, niches, and linen storage around what you actually keep in the bathroom so counters stay clear.
Tile & Waterproofing
Tile is where a bathroom remodel is made or lost. We handle floor-to-ceiling tile, shower niches, and accent walls over a properly waterproofed substrate, so the finish looks sharp and the wall behind it stays dry for the long run.
Heated Floors
Radiant heated flooring is a small add that homeowners love through a Pacific Northwest winter. We run it under tile in primary baths and cold-in-the-morning guest bathrooms, wired to its own thermostat and timer.
Primary & Spa Baths
For a primary bathroom, we can plan a spa-style layout with a freestanding tub, a separate walk-in shower, double sinks, and warm lighting. It's the kind of remodel that makes a Kirkland home feel like an upgrade every day.
Powder Rooms & Guest Baths
Small bathrooms punch above their weight. A powder room or guest bath is a lower-cost way to refresh the part of the house visitors see most, with bold tile, a statement vanity, and better lighting in a compact footprint.
Aging-in-Place Features
If you plan to stay in your home, we build in curbless entries, blocking for grab bars, comfort-height fixtures, and slip-resistant flooring. These features blend into the design instead of looking clinical, and they protect resale.
Lighting & Ventilation
Good lighting and a quiet, effective exhaust fan are easy to overlook and make a daily difference. We layer task lighting at the mirror with ambient fixtures, and size ventilation to control moisture in a wet climate.
Design DirectionsBathroom Styles Popular in Kirkland
A starting point for the look and feel of your remodel. Most Kirkland projects end up as a blend, tuned to the age of your home.
Modern Spa
Large-format tile, a floating vanity, frameless glass, and warm wood tones. Clean and calm, and popular in newer Totem Lake and Finn Hill homes.
Transitional
The most-requested look. A mix of classic and contemporary, with shaker vanities and neutral tile that suits a wide range of Eastside homes.
Pacific Northwest Natural
Stone-look tile, matte black or bronze fixtures, and organic textures that fit Kirkland's wooded, lake-adjacent setting.
Classic & Timeless
Subway tile, a period-appropriate vanity, and honest materials, a good fit for older Moss Bay and Houghton homes you want to keep in character.
One Team, Start to FinishWhy Design-Build Works for Kirkland Homeowners
On a lot of bathroom projects, the homeowner hires a designer for the plan, then a separate contractor to build it, and ends up caught in the middle when the two don't agree. Design-build removes that gap. The people who design your Kirkland bathroom are the people who build it.
That means one point of contact, one budget that reflects real construction costs from day one, and fewer surprises once the walls are open. You get a design that's actually buildable in your home, and a schedule that one team owns from the first drawing to the final walkthrough.
Our ProcessHow We Work
Consultation
We visit your Kirkland home, look at the existing bathroom, and talk through what's working, what isn't, and what you want the finished room to do.
Design & Selection
We develop the layout and help you choose tile, fixtures, vanities, and finishes, with a clear budget so you can make decisions with confidence.
Construction
Our team handles demolition, plumbing, waterproofing, tile, and finish work, keeping the site clean and keeping you updated as it moves along.
Handover
We do a final walkthrough with you, address anything on the punch list, and hand back a finished bathroom that's ready to use.
SelectionsWhat You'll Design With Us
The choices we'll walk through together during your bathroom remodel.
Vanity style and size
Countertop material
Sinks and faucets
Shower valves and systems
Toilet
Overall layout and floor plan
Walk-in shower or tub
Shower glass and enclosure
Floor tile
Wall and shower tile
Heated floor option
Lighting and mirrors
Storage and niches
Paint colors
Hardware and finishes
What to ExpectWhat a Kirkland Bathroom Remodel Looks Like With Us
Most bathroom remodels we take on in Kirkland start with a dated primary bath, often a cramped tub-and-shower combo and a layout that no longer works for the household. On a typical project, we rework the layout for a large walk-in shower and a double vanity, then finish with heated tile floors for a calmer, more usable room.
From there, the work follows your scope, from a refresh that keeps the existing layout to a full remodel that moves plumbing and reworks the room. Because we're a design-build team, the same people who design your bathroom build it, so the finished space matches the plan from the first drawing to the final walkthrough.
Our Work
Recent Projects
A look at the kind of bathroom remodels we take on across Kirkland and the Eastside.
BudgetingBathroom Remodel Cost in Kirkland
Every bathroom is different, so we price each project after we see your space. As a general guide, here's how Kirkland bathroom remodels tend to break down.
| Project Type | What It Covers | Relative Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh | New tile, vanity, fixtures, and paint with the existing layout kept in place. | $ |
| Full Remodel | A complete renovation with a walk-in shower, new vanity, tile, and fixtures. | $$ |
| Full Remodel + Layout Change | A full remodel that also moves plumbing and reworks the layout of the room. | $$$ |
Costs depend on the size of the bathroom, the finishes you choose, and whether plumbing moves. We give you a clear, itemized estimate before any work begins, with no vague allowances that balloon later.
The PayoffWhy a Bathroom Remodel Is a Smart Investment
Bathrooms and kitchens are the two rooms Eastside buyers scrutinize most, so an updated bath is one of the more dependable ways to add resale value.
A better layout and a walk-in shower make the room easier to use every day and help your home suit you as you age in place.
New waterproofing and plumbing protect your home's framing and subfloor from slow leaks, which is a real risk in the Pacific Northwest.
Quality tile and fixtures hold up far longer than a quick cosmetic refresh, so you're not redoing the same bathroom in a few years.
What Our Clients Say
A bathroom has to work every single day, so the layout, the waterproofing, and the finish all have to be right. That's how we build every Kirkland bathroom: designed around how you use the room, handled design through construction by one team, and finished to last.
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Common Questions
Bathroom Remodeling FAQs — Kirkland
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The cost of a bathroom remodel in Kirkland depends on the size of the room, the finishes you pick, and whether the layout or plumbing changes. A cosmetic refresh that keeps the existing layout sits at the lower end, while a full remodel with a walk-in shower, double vanity, and moved plumbing costs more. We give you an itemized estimate after seeing your bathroom, so the number reflects your actual project rather than a generic average.
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In most cases, yes. The City of Kirkland is the permit authority, and bathroom projects that involve plumbing, electrical, or layout changes typically require a permit. A like-for-like cosmetic refresh may not. As your design-build contractor, we handle the permitting process and inspections for your Kirkland bathroom remodel so you don't have to navigate the city process yourself.
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Most Kirkland bathroom remodels take several weeks from demolition to final walkthrough. A straightforward refresh moves faster, while a full remodel with tile work, a custom shower, and plumbing changes takes longer. Kirkland's older homes near Moss Bay and Houghton sometimes turn up surprises behind the walls, so we build a realistic schedule and keep you updated if anything shifts.
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Design-build means one team handles both the design and the construction of your bathroom, instead of you hiring a designer and a contractor separately. It gives you a single point of contact, a budget grounded in real construction costs from the start, and a design that's actually buildable in your home, with fewer surprises once the walls are open.
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The bathroom being remodeled is out of use while we work, but most Kirkland homes have a second bathroom you can use in the meantime. If yours doesn't, we'll talk through the timeline and sequencing up front so you know what to expect and can plan around it.
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We remodel bathrooms throughout Kirkland, including Moss Bay, Juanita, Bridle Trails, Totem Lake, Houghton, Rose Hill, and Finn Hill, and we serve nearby Eastside communities like Redmond, Bellevue, Bothell, and Woodinville from our Seattle base.
Ready to Remodel Your Kirkland Bathroom?
Tell us about your space and what you'd like it to become. We'll walk you through the design, the options, and a clear budget, with one team handling everything from the first drawing to the final walkthrough.