By Thrive Design Group
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Chicago with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and recessed-panel cabinets.

This is an example of a small traditional kids bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Both the master bath and the guest bath were in dire need of a remodel. The guest bath was a much simpler project, basically replacing what was there in the same location with upgraded cabinets, tile, fittings fixtures and lighting. The most dramatic feature is the patterned floor tile and the navy blue painted ship lap wall behind the vanity. The master was another project. First, we enlarged the bathroom and an adjacent closet by straightening out the walls across the entire length of the bedroom. This gave us the space to create a lovely bathroom complete with a double bowl sink, medicine cabinet, wash let toilet and a beautiful shower.

Design ideas for a small traditional master bathroom in Saint Petersburg with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, turquoise floor and a shower curtain.

This is an example of a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Photography: Callie Cranford, Charleston Home + Design
Design ideas for a small transitional bathroom in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Full Bathroom with dual vanity
Transitional 3/4 bathroom in Charlotte with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, grey walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets and a freestanding vanity.

Inspiration for a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and a shower curtain.

Bright and airy all-white bathroom with his and hers sinks.
This is an example of a large transitional kids bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, subway tile, marble floors, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a scandinavian kids bathroom in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, pebble tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Photos: Rachel Orland
This is an example of a mid-sized country kids bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, beige benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. 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

Refreshed this bathroom space by brightening it up with lighter paint, and brighter vanity light. By simply updating lighting, vanity, mirror, and paint it gave a whole new life to the bathroom.

Design ideas for a traditional master bathroom in Salt Lake City with white tile, white benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, subway tile, beige walls, vinyl floors, a drop-in sink, black floor, a shower curtain, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Beach style kids bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

This Cheektowaga Bathroom Remodel was transformed using white marble-look tiles! A strong hexagon marble pattern on the floor is complimented by soft 4x12 marble pattern on the shower walls. A glossy gray glass accent tile is molded perfectly into the back wall of the shower for a large niche shelf. Strong Chrome Plumbing provides a nice contrast against the soft colors of the bathroom. Gray Mid Continent Cabinets are finished off with a light gray quartz top. This beautiful bathroom was remodeled into a functional, contemporary marble bathroom!

A bright and airy all-white bathroom.
Large arts and crafts bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

The bathroom in this summer house on Lauderdale Lakes, Wis. was ready for an update. The homeowner loved the sand and water tones of the lake and wanted to incorporate that into the space. We installed granite countertops and used a ceramic tile for the bathtub surround and floors that pair perfectly. All new plumbing fixtures and lighting were also installed to complete the look of this bathroom.