Ryan Fung Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Toronto with a freestanding tub, a double shower, porcelain floors, beige tile, beige walls and limestone.

Sailing and Pailing

Morrison Interiors

Photo by Rod Foster
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble, marble benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Master Bathroom Jade

2id Interiors

Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in Miami with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige tile, mosaic tile, multi-coloured walls, solid surface benchtops, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, ceramic floors, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Hampton Bathroom

Pittsburgh Remodeling Company

Robert Schwerdt
This is an example of a large midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Other with a freestanding tub, a trough sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, green tile, beige walls, a two-piece toilet, porcelain floors, beige floor, a corner shower, an open shower and cement tile.

Northwest Hills

Laura Roberts Design

Master bathroom is filled with natural light and materials. Glass tiled shower, marble mosaic tile and cumaru wood floors blend to create an elegant oasis with modern fixtures. Photo by Whit Preston

Roncesvalles House

Roundabout Studio Inc.

Kid's Bathroom: Shower Area
Mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Toronto with a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in tub, flat-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Eugene Steam Shower with Japanese Tub

New Style Kitchen Bath & Patio

Steam shower with a Japanese tub is just what a person needs after a hard day at work. This beautiful tile shower boasts a barrel ceiling of mosaic tile and mosaic glass accent. Granite on the seat and threshold make a nice finish for this master suite addition.

Subway Tile Shower

Clay Squared to Infinity

Historic reproduction Subway tile for the walls and Unglazed porcelain hexagons for the floor. – There is no glazing or any other coating applied to the tile. Their color is the same on the face of the tile as it is on the back resulting in very durable tiles that do not show the effects of heavy traffic. The most common unglazed tiles are the red quarry tiles or the granite looking porcelain ceramic tiles used in heavy commercial areas. Historic matches to the original tiles made from 1890 - 1930's. Subway Ceramic floor tiles are made of the highest quality unglazed porcelain and carefully arranged on a fiber mesh as one square foot sheets. A complimentary black hex is also in stock in both sizes and available by the sheet for creating borders and accent designs. Subway Ceramics offers vintage tile is 3/8" thick, with a flat surface and square edges. The Subway Ceramics collection of traditional subway tile, moldings and accessories. Photos by Sarah Whiting Photography Tile setter Hohn & Hohn Inc.

Traditional Master Bathroom

Normandy Remodeling

Normandy Designer Vince Weber was able to maximize the potential of the space by creating a corner walk in shower and angled tub with tub deck in this master suite. He was able to create the spa like aesthetic these homeowners had hoped for and a calming retreat, while keeping with the style of the home as well.

New York Shower Door

Custom frameless corner shower (no header) with patch fittings and 1/2" all heavy glass frameless shower door on knee high wall. Polished Chrome hardware.

modern cabinetry in tight bathroom

Michael Tauber Architecture

Photo: Bay Area VR - Eli Poblitz
Small modern 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with a vessel sink, open cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, light wood cabinets, red tile, mosaic tile and engineered quartz benchtops.

Hallman Master Bath

James Patrick Walters

Within an enclosure of lava rock, tiny tree frogs and colorful lizards frolic within lush tropical foliage reaching toward the sun.
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical master bathroom in San Diego with an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, stone tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink and a hinged shower door.

Shoreline Modern Master Bath

Greene Designs LLC

Co-Designed by Dawn Ryan, AKBD as a representative of Creative Kitchen & Bath Photography by Northlight Photography
This is an example of a large modern master bathroom in Seattle with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, a drop-in tub, beige tile, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors and brown benchtops.

Art Deco Bathroom

Burrow & Nest

In keeping with the age of the house, circa 1920, an art deco inspired bathroom was installed in classic black and white. Brass and black fixtures add warmth, as does the metallic ceiling. Reeded glass accents are another nod to the era, as is the hex marble floor. A custom bench and niche were installed, working around the old bones of the house. A new window was installed, widening the view, but high enough to provide privacy. Board and batten provide interest and texture to the bold black walls.

Western Avenue

Betsy Bassett Interiors

Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in Boston with blue cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, ceramic tile, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Mount Vernon

Jubilee Interiors

This full home mid-century remodel project is in an affluent community perched on the hills known for its spectacular views of Los Angeles. Our retired clients were returning to sunny Los Angeles from South Carolina. Amidst the pandemic, they embarked on a two-year-long remodel with us - a heartfelt journey to transform their residence into a personalized sanctuary. Opting for a crisp white interior, we provided the perfect canvas to showcase the couple's legacy art pieces throughout the home. Carefully curating furnishings that complemented rather than competed with their remarkable collection. It's minimalistic and inviting. We created a space where every element resonated with their story, infusing warmth and character into their newly revitalized soulful home.

Olathe MCM

Stumpff HomeWorks, LLC

Small midcentury master bathroom in Kansas City with brown cabinets, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, black walls, slate floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Project

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, beige tile, porcelain tile, engineered quartz benchtops, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Chattanooga Home Updated

The Green Room Interiors

Chattanooga area updated master bath with a modern/traditional mix with rustic accents to reflect the home's mountain setting.
Photo of a large traditional bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors and a built-in vanity.

Tiger Mountain Guest Bath Shower Niche Detail in Green Tile with a Basketweave T

Eclectic Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with an alcove shower, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Bathroom Design Ideas

If you’re looking for bathroom ideas, look no further than Houzz. Our image gallery brings you a large range of photos with inspiration for your viewing pleasure, and not only that - you can also save your ideas in ideabooks and find the professional that has done the job. When planning your bathroom design or update, start by collecting images of designs you like and take it from there. Whether you are designing your bathroom from scratch, redesigning, updating or simply decorating, you’ll be sure to find ideas for every possible scenario. And once you're ready, you can find the architect and/or builder to get the job done. But let’s start with the bathroom design basics.

How to Plan Your Bathroom Design

A good bathroom design brings together beauty and functionality. It reflects your personality in its style, colours, fittings and fixtures, but serves your needs to a tee both when you’re getting ready for work in the morning and when you want to wind down in your bathtub after a long day.

1 Collect Bathroom Ideas to Decide on Your Layout

Firstly, consider your space. Is it rectangular or are you working with a long, narrow room? This will determine how many wet walls you can accommodate, and if a bathtub can fit. For example, in a narrow room a freestanding bathtub may not work, and a one-wall layout that lines up shower, toilet and vanity on the same wall will make sense in most cases. (It’s also the most budget-friendly option in terms of plumbing). Maybe separate rooms for toilet and shower make sense? Maybe you want to work with a window above a bathtub or in the shower. You may live in an old house where you can keep some of the original character of the home, or you may be working with a small apartment space. All these considerations are vital in deciding on which layout will work best for you. Have a look at some popular ideas to get started.

2 Consider How You Use Your Bathroom

Once you’ve gathered some inspiration, have a think about who is using the room, and how they will be using it. A single guy needs a lot less storage than a teenage girl, and a family bathroom may need to consider elderly family members. Making your bathroom wheelchair accessible could save you thousands down the line. You may also want to accommodate a washer and dryer in the bathroom, since it’s where clothes are taken off frequently. Also consider safety and cleaning. Ensure no-one will slip and hurt themselves, and consider that many little tiles will make for many little nooks for grime to accumulate, whereas big surfaces like a sink that is integrated with the vanity counter, or a big mirror will make wiping down the surface much easier than having sinks sitting on top or an intricately designed mirror.

3 Your Style Determines The Colours and Fixtures You Choose

When looking at bathroom photos on Houzz, you’ll probably lean towards a certain style pretty soon. Are you into rustic charm, modern beach house style or a mix of styles? This will determine if you opt for whites, greys and blues or if you go for dark cabinets, black floor tiles or bronze fixtures. Specifically, you want to consider:

Tiling

Are you going to tile floors and walls? There’s so many possibilities, from your choice of tile to how they are laid. If you’re budget conscious, you may want to consider a wallpaper or paint for certain areas. A simple grey tile can make room for other elements to shine, while mosaics or a subway tile can make a great feature wall.

Lighting

Lighting doesn’t only look pretty, but can impact your bathroom experience significantly. The mirror is a special area you want to light well, so that you don’t miss any hair when shaving or can apply that perfect line to your eye.

Furniture & Fixtures

Pay attention to how colours of cabinets and floor can impact a room. You may want to consider a wooden floor for something different and pair it with simple white vanity and cabinets, or you may want to go for the steampunk look with bronze tubes and black walls. Consider what type of shower, bathtub (if any), toilet, sink and vanity you want. Maybe you have space for a generous spa with walk-in shower, or maybe you want a freestanding bath to be the feature of the room.