Transitional master bathroom in Sydney with white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a trough sink, marble benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Modern Design and Outdoor Living

Freestyle Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, a trough sink, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops and grey walls.

Kooringal Project

CUSTOM BUILT CABINETS PTY LTD

Cade Mooney
This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Sunshine Coast with gray tile, a trough sink, concrete benchtops, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, grey floor and grey benchtops.

Rosewood House

WORD [Warren Office for Research and Design]

Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 wet room bathroom in Los Angeles with an open shower, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, slate floors, a trough sink, quartzite benchtops and grey floor.

Lake Arrowhead Residence

Jones Pierce Studios

Master bath sink detail. Lee Grider Photography - http://lgp.pixpawebsites.com/#/?i=413

Farmhouse Guest Bedroom/Bathroom Remodel

Ava James Design

The guest bath in this project was a simple black and white design with beveled subway tile and ceramic patterned tile on the floor. Bringing the tile up the wall and to the ceiling in the shower adds depth and luxury to this small bathroom. The farmhouse sink with raw pine vanity cabinet give a rustic vibe; the perfect amount of natural texture in this otherwise tile and glass space. Perfect for guests!

Studio City, CA - Bathroom Remodel

ING Construction

Studio City, CA - Bathroom Remodel
Photo of a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, quartzite benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, open cabinets and white benchtops.

1960's Major Update - Master Bathroom

MAC Reno Design Build LTD ( MAC Renovations)

Photo of a small midcentury master bathroom in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

South Downtown Residence

TACKarchitects

tom kessler
Contemporary wet room bathroom in Omaha with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, gray tile, a trough sink, concrete benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Newton Getaway

Jeanne Racioppi Designs

Antique beams make a great sink base for this trough sink by Kohler. Photography by Michael Lee
Photo of a mid-sized country bathroom in Boston with a trough sink and brick floors.

Family Loft

ZeroEnergy Design

The reconfiguration of the master bathroom opened up the space by pairing a platform shower with a freestanding tub. The open shower, wall-hung vanity, and wall-hung water closet create continuous flooring and an expansive feeling. The result is a welcoming space with a calming aesthetic.

Sweeney Lake House

CHRISTIAN DEAN ARCHITECTURE, LLC

Chad Holder
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Minneapolis with a trough sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, white tile, concrete floors and white walls.

Healdsburg Residence

Nick Noyes Architecture

Photography by Bruce Damonte
Inspiration for a country bathroom in San Francisco with marble benchtops and a trough sink.

Contemporary Bathroom

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in San Francisco with a trough sink, limestone floors and marble benchtops.

A VICTORIAN TERRACE IN HACKNEY

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

Set within the vibrant neighbourhood of Lower Clapton, this project reimagines a classic Victorian terrace, thoughtfully adapted to suit the dynamic lifestyle of a young family of four. The design harmoniously combines a ground floor extension with a carefully considered reconfiguration, blending modern functionality with the enduring charm of period architecture. Generous natural light, clean lines, and elegant detailing transform the home into a contemporary haven, while remaining deeply connected to its historical roots. This project carefully balances traditional decorative elements with contemporary design, treating the front and rear of the house with distinct approaches. At the front, much of the original character has been preserved, including the original stairwell, balustrade, and tiled fireplaces, all of which celebrate the home’s Victorian heritage. The drawing rooms have been thoughtfully opened up and connected with large bifolding doors, creating a flexible layout that allows for both separation and visual flow. A mirrored design of floating shelves, bypassing the chimney breasts, frames the fireplaces while reinforcing the sense of continuity between the two rooms. This enhances the interplay between old and new, respecting the home’s history while introducing modern functionality. Conversely, the newly designed kitchen-diner embraces a modern aesthetic, featuring frameless glass, clean lines, and sharp edges that frame dynamic views. This contemporary space seamlessly connects the surrounding open areas and the brick-clad Victorian buildings with the interior, creating a striking dialogue between the old and new. The subtly skewed geometry of the plot presents an opportunity to distort the floor plan, responding to the shift in the garden’s direction and adding a unique spatial dynamic to the design. A palette of soft pastel tones—delicate pinks and buttery yellows—unifies the front and rear of the house, creating a harmonious flow through the spaces. This subtle colour scheme is boldly contrasted by the kitchen island, finished in a deep green and topped with a striking multi-coloured terrazzo worktop, adding a playful vibrancy. Playfulness is employed as a deliberate design tool, evident in elements like the long bench that visually links the spaces. Its flexible design allows the dining area to shift closer to the garden or the front of the house, adapting seamlessly to the family’s needs while enhancing the connection between indoors and out.

Classic bungalow renovation & extension creates an earthy toned sanctuary.

Alpha 1 Builders

Main bathroom for the home is breathtaking with it's floor to ceiling terracotta hand-pressed tiles on the shower wall. walk around shower panel, brushed brass fittings and fixtures and then there's the arched mirrors and floating vanity in warm timber. Just stunning.

Bed Study Townhouse

John Patrick Cunningham / Architect

This cozy, minimal primary bath was inspired by a luxury hotel in Spain, and provides a spa-like beginning and end to the day.
Photo of a small modern master wet room bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, stone slab, black walls, a trough sink, soapstone benchtops, an open shower, beige benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Microcement bathrooms

Delano London

Inspiration for a modern kids bathroom in London with a drop-in tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, black and white tile, beige walls, marble floors, white floor, an open shower, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and a trough sink.

Casa Landete

destudio Arquitectura

Contemporary bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, beige tile, beige walls, a trough sink, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Victorian Estate

Ashby Collective

This is an example of a small victorian kids bathroom in Houston with ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, white floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

Bathroom Design Ideas with a Trough Sink

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.