A unique, bright and beautiful bathroom with texture and colour! The finishes in this space were selected to remind the owners of their previous overseas travels.

Bamboo Breeze Bathroom

Mantis Design + Build, LLC

The indigo vanity and its brass hardware stand in perfect harmony with the mirror, which elegantly reflects the marble shower.
Small eclectic 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble, marble floors, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity, wallpaper, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, a vessel sink, a hinged shower door, a niche and a single vanity.

Soothing Ocean Vibes Plano Bathroom Remodel

Terri Becker Designs

The soothing coastal vibes of this bathroom remodel are sure to take you to a place of calm. What a transformation this project underwent! Not only did we transform this bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary, but we also did it ahead of schedule. That's a rare occurrence in the construction and design industry. We removed the tub and extended out the wall for the shower, which the homeowners chose to expand. This created a walk-in space, made to look even bigger by its frameless glass and large format, linen-look porcelain tile on the walls. For the shower floor, we selected a blue multicolored penny tile, and for the accent band, an opulent glass mosaic tile in dreamy ocean tones. The accent tile also graces the back of a new wall niche. This shower is now beautiful and functional. To address the issues of storage, we removed a wall, freeing up space near the toilet, which was much-needed. Now there is a custom-built linen pantry crafted from alder wood stretching to the ceiling, adding to the visual height of the room and making the bathroom just work better. A new vanity, also made of alder wood, and the linen closet were both stained a rich, warm tone to show off that gorgeous grain. For the walls, we chose a cool blue hue that is soothing and fresh. The accent tile from the shower was carried behind the vanity's two LED mirrors for a bold visual impact. I love the reflection of the light on the tile! The LED mirrors are pretty high-tech, with a defogger and a dimmer to adjust the light levels. Topping the vanity is a creamy quartz countertop, two under-mount sinks, and plumbing and cabinetry hardware in brushed nickel finishes. The cabinet knobs have a stunning iridescent shell that's hard to miss. For the floors, we went with a large-format porcelain tile in dark grey that complements the coloring of the space as well as the look and feel. As a final touch, floating shelves in the same rich wood-tone create additional space for décor items and storage. I styled the shelves with items to inspire and soothe this dreamy bathroom.

Knotty Alder Bathroom Remodel

Marin Kitchen Works Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, wood-look tile, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Extension & Renovation in Ainslie, ACT

Built By Drew

Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Canberra - Queanbeyan with brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a niche, a single vanity, a floating vanity, vaulted and flat-panel cabinets.

Concord Bathroom Renovation - Edina

Thompson Construction

Mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, a niche and a double vanity.

Olivenhain, CA

Mark Stocker Design, Inc.

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a niche and a single vanity.

WASHINGTON WAY

Interior Particulier

Photo of a small contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with black walls, cement tiles, granite benchtops, black floor, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, flat-panel cabinets, an integrated sink, dark wood cabinets and grey benchtops.

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Soho apartment

Black and Milk | Interior Design | London

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Bird Bath - Glen Ellyn, IL

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This client came to us in a bit of a panic when she realized that she really wanted her bathroom to be updated by March 1st due to having 2 daughters getting married in the spring and one graduating. We were only about 5 months out from that date, but decided we were up for the challenge. The beautiful historical home was built in 1896 by an ornithologist (bird expert), so we took our cues from that as a starting point. The flooring is a vintage basket weave of marble and limestone, the shower walls of the tub shower conversion are clad in subway tile with a vintage feel. The lighting, mirror and plumbing fixtures all have a vintage vibe that feels both fitting and up to date. To give a little of an eclectic feel, we chose a custom green paint color for the linen cabinet, mushroom paint for the ship lap paneling that clads the walls and selected a vintage mirror that ties in the color from the existing door trim. We utilized some antique trim from the home for the wainscot cap for more vintage flavor. The drama in the bathroom comes from the wallpaper and custom shower curtain, both in William Morris’s iconic “Strawberry Thief” print that tells the story of thrushes stealing fruit, so fitting for the home’s history. There is a lot of this pattern in a very small space, so we were careful to make sure the pattern on the wallpaper and shower curtain aligned. A sweet little bird tie back for the shower curtain completes the story... Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Bagno

2b Architects

Bagno in gres con contrasti cromatici
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Milan with a curbless shower, porcelain tile, an open shower, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a two-piece toilet, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, multi-coloured tile, porcelain floors, a niche and recessed.

Master Ensuite Remodel

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

We helped take this master ensuite bathroom from the 70's and into the present. Thankfully we had lots of room to work with. These clients like the layout of their current space but wanted it to match the rest of their home. With a craftsman style and pops of color, we were able to help them achieve their dream.

Reforma a Enric Granados

Davide Pellegrini Fotógrafo

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, an open shower, brown benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and flat-panel cabinets.

Lake house bathroom remodel

Silver Lining Home Design

Knotty Pine Bathroom remodel
Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Boston with shaker cabinets, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a niche, a freestanding vanity, white cabinets and a single vanity.

Calero - Full Remodel

Woodcliff Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with white cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, white floor, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, planked wall panelling and flat-panel cabinets.

Townhouse Bathrooms

Devine Bath & Kitchen

Two matching bathrooms in modern townhouse. Walk in tile shower with white subway tile, small corner step, and glass enclosure. Flat panel wood vanity with quartz countertops, undermount sink, and modern fixtures. Second bath has matching features with single sink and bath tub shower combination.

OXFORD

Interior Particulier

This is an example of a large industrial bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, blue walls, black floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, porcelain floors and a niche.

Mid Century Master Bath

Jennifer Ryan Design

Bathroom renovation included using a closet in the hall to make the room into a bigger space. Since there is a tub in the hall bath, clients opted for a large shower instead.

Potrero Hill House & Studio

Cathie Hong Interiors

This young married couple enlisted our help to update their recently purchased condo into a brighter, open space that reflected their taste. They traveled to Copenhagen at the onset of their trip, and that trip largely influenced the design direction of their home, from the herringbone floors to the Copenhagen-based kitchen cabinetry. We blended their love of European interiors with their Asian heritage and created a soft, minimalist, cozy interior with an emphasis on clean lines and muted palettes.

Bathroom Design Ideas with a Niche

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.