A fun boys bathroom featuring a custom orange vanity with t-rex knobs, geometric gray and blue tile floor, vintage gray subway tile shower with soaking tub, satin brass fixtures and accessories and navy pendant lights.

Arcadia Hall Bath Renovation

Michelle Lecinski

Mid-sized country kids bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

North Dewey Renovation

CRx - The Cure for the Common Build

custom builder, custom home, luxury home,
Photo of a transitional bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, beige tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche and a built-in vanity.

Atlanta Jack & Jill Bath

Jemm Interiors

Photo of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Preserve at Marsh Creek - Charter Model

McKee Builders

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

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Amy Pearson Design

Relocating to Portland, Oregon from California, this young family immediately hired Amy to redesign their newly purchased home to better fit their needs. The project included updating the kitchen, hall bath, and adding an en suite to their master bedroom. Removing a wall between the kitchen and dining allowed for additional counter space and storage along with improved traffic flow and increased natural light to the heart of the home. This galley style kitchen is focused on efficiency and functionality through custom cabinets with a pantry boasting drawer storage topped with quartz slab for durability, pull-out storage accessories throughout, deep drawers, and a quartz topped coffee bar/ buffet facing the dining area. The master bath and hall bath were born out of a single bath and a closet. While modest in size, the bathrooms are filled with functionality and colorful design elements. Durable hex shaped porcelain tiles compliment the blue vanities topped with white quartz countertops. The shower and tub are both tiled in handmade ceramic tiles, bringing much needed texture and movement of light to the space. The hall bath is outfitted with a toe-kick pull-out step for the family’s youngest member!

Modern Farmhouse Bath 1

KSDesigns LLC

This modern farmhouse bathroom has an extra large vanity with double sinks to make use of a longer rectangular bathroom. The wall behind the vanity has counter to ceiling Jeffrey Court white subway tiles that tie into the shower. There is a playful mix of metals throughout including the black framed round mirrors from CB2, brass & black sconces with glass globes from Shades of Light , and gold wall-mounted faucets from Phylrich. The countertop is quartz with some gold veining to pull the selections together. The charcoal navy custom vanity has ample storage including a pull-out laundry basket while providing contrast to the quartz countertop and brass hexagon cabinet hardware from CB2. This bathroom has a glass enclosed tub/shower that is tiled to the ceiling. White subway tiles are used on two sides with an accent deco tile wall with larger textured field tiles in a chevron pattern on the back wall. The niche incorporates penny rounds on the back using the same countertop quartz for the shelves with a black Schluter edge detail that pops against the deco tile wall. Photography by LifeCreated.

Anamor Bath

Landed Interiors & Homes

Photography by Brad Knipstein
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, green tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Queens Modern Design

Synonymous

An outdated 1920's bathroom in Bayside Queens was turned into a refreshed, classic and timeless space that utilized the very limited space to its maximum capacity. The cabinets were once outdated and a dark brown that made the space look even smaller. Now, they are a bright white, accompanied by white subway tile, a light quartzite countertop and polished chrome hardware throughout. What made all the difference was the use of the tiny hex tile floors. We were also diligent to keep the shower enclosure a clear glass and stainless steel.

Southwestern Style Bathroom in Santa Fe

Shaw Architecture LLC.

wendy mceahern
Design ideas for a large master bathroom in Albuquerque with an alcove tub, a corner shower, beige tile, stone slab, white walls, ceramic floors, beige floor, a hinged shower door, a built-in vanity, a shower seat and recessed.

Commercial Street Condo

Designs by KS

The smallest spaces often have the most impact. In the bathroom, a classy floral wallpaper applied as a wall and ceiling treatment, along with timeless subway tiles on the walls and hexagon tiles on the floor, create balance and visually appealing space.

Bathrooms

Jennifer Smith Design

This whimsical half bathroom is inspired by the homeowners love for nature! We painted the wainscoting a rich green to contrast the custom wood shaker vanity. We used a soft wallpaper with animals and wildlife by Hygge & West. The gold mirror and light fixture are cute and fun!

Guest Bathroom with Waypoint Vanity and Updated Tub Surround

Cabinet-S-Top

In this guest bathroom Waypoint 540F Painted Boulder vanity with Cultured Marble top in Silver Gray Marble. Kohler Sterling tub/shower unit. Flooring is AduraFlex Pasadena in Stone.

Traditional Lower Level Build Out

Rebecca Ryan Design

This is an example of a transitional bathroom in Minneapolis with medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, engineered quartz benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Reuilly

atelier daaa

Photo : BCDF Studio
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian master bathroom in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

MCC 1

Pamela Leone Design, Inc.

Guest bath with creative ceramic tile pattern of square and subway shapes and glass deco ln vertical stripes and the bench. Customized shower curtain for 9' ceiling

Roseheath Reno

CAB Architects

Small modern bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Rochelle III

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior Design by Jessica Koltun Home in Dallas Texas | Selling Dallas, new sonstruction, white shaker cabinets, blue serena and lily stools, white oak fluted scallop cabinetry vanity, black custom stair railing, marble blooma bedrosians tile floor, brizo polished gold wall moutn faucet, herringbone carrara bianco floors and walls, brass visual comfort pendants and sconces, california contemporary, timeless, classic, shadow storm, freestanding tub, open concept kitchen living, midway hollow

Carlsbad - Waters End

ProPacific Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Maiden Court Kitchen and Master Bath Makeover

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients have lived in this 1985 North Dallas home for almost 10 years, and it was time for a change. They had to decide whether to move or give the home an update. They were in a small quiet neighborhood tucked away near the popular suburb of Addison and also near the beautiful Celestial Park. Their backyard was like a hidden paradise, which is hard to find in Dallas, so they decided to update the two primary areas that needed it: the kitchen and the master bathroom. The bathroom layout stayed the same but was completely updated with a more modern feel using Levantina quartzite countertops atop bright white flat front cabinets and Triton Stone flooring. A large niche was added to one shower wall, giving them more functionality, in addition to the modern update.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub and a Built-in Vanity

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.