The back of this 1920s brick and siding Cape Cod gets a compact addition to create a new Family room, open Kitchen, Covered Entry, and Master Bedroom Suite above. European-styling of the interior was a consideration throughout the design process, as well as with the materials and finishes. The project includes all cabinetry, built-ins, shelving and trim work (even down to the towel bars!) custom made on site by the home owner. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery

French Creole Expansion

12/12 Architects & Planners

Hall bathroom for daughter. Photography by Kmiecik Photography.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic kids bathroom in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, a drop-in tub, a two-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, pink walls, ceramic floors, an alcove shower, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and panelled walls.

Blissful Basement

Mom's Design Build

MN 3/4 Bathroom with a blue vanity featuring white countertops and tiled walls
Small modern 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Beautiful Cape Cod Baths

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This adorable Cape Cod house needed upgrading of its existing shared hall bath, and the addition of a new master bath. Removing a wall in the bath revealed gorgeous brick, to be left exposed. The existing master bedroom had a small reading nook that was perfect for the addition of a new bath - just barely large enough for a large shower, toilet, and double-sink vanities. The clean lines, white shaker cabinets, white subway tile, and finished details make these 2 baths the star of this quaint home. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Powder Room

Jemm Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and an alcove shower.

Guest Bathroom Remodel - Costa Mesa, CA

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Step into modern luxury with this beautiful bathroom in Costa Mesa, CA. Featuring a light teal 45 degree herringbone pattern back wall, this new construction offers a unique and contemporary vibe. The vanity boasts rich brown cabinets and an elegant white marble countertop, while the shower features two niches with intricate designs inside. The attention to detail and sophisticated color palette exudes a sense of refined elegance that will leave any homeowner feeling pampered and relaxed.

Guest Bathroom Remodel - Costa Mesa, CA

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Craftsman-Inspired New Construction

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Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in Detroit with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, white tile, stone tile, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Family Gathering Home

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Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, ceramic floors, white floor, a shower curtain, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue tile, ceramic tile, a drop-in sink, limestone benchtops, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Family Gathering Home

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Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, limestone benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, flat-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Powder Room

Jemm Interiors

Mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Shabby-Chic Country Kitchen & Sunroom

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding vanity, granite benchtops, a single vanity, white benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, white floor, a sliding shower screen, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Craftsman Delight

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The master bath is a true oasis, with white marble on the floor, countertop and backsplash, in period-appropriate subway and basket-weave patterns. Wall and floor-mounted chrome fixtures at the sink, tub and shower provide vintage charm and contemporary function. Chrome accents are also found in the light fixtures, cabinet hardware and accessories. The heated towel bars and make-up area with lit mirror provide added luxury. Access to the master closet is through the wood 5-panel pocket door.

Beautiful Cape Cod Baths

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Bonus Baths Renovation

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Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, terra-cotta tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, brown benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Craftsman Delight

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Modernization of Midcentury Childhood Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Powder Room

Jemm Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Split-Level Expansion

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Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Historic Farmhouse Addition & Renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Bathroom Design Ideas with a Freestanding Vanity and Wallpaper

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.