Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style bathroom in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, stone tile, white walls, concrete floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and grey benchtops.

Somerville full house renovation

EvB Design

3rd floor bathroom - separate shower area All photos copyright Edrick vanBeuzekom
Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Primary Bathroom Renovation

park21 design

This was a really fun project. We used soothing blues, grays and greens to transform this outdated bathroom. The shower was moved from the center of the bath and visible from the primary bedroom over to the side which was the preferred location of the client. We moved the tub as well.The stone for the countertop is natural and stunning and serves as a waterfall on either end of the floating cabinets as well as into the shower. We also used it for the shower seat as a waterfall into the shower from the tub and tub deck. The shower tile was subdued to allow the naturalstone be the star of the show. We were thoughtful with the placement of the knobs in the shower so that the client can turn the water on and off without getting wet in the process. The beautiful tones of the blues, grays, and greens reads modern without being cold.

Ridgemont Residence

Hsu McCullough

Guest Bathroom. Photo by Clark Dugger
This is an example of a small midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, stone tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, yellow floor and a hinged shower door.

Ridgemont Residence

Hsu McCullough

Hinoki soaking tub with access to balcony overlooking canyon. Waterworks "Arroyo" tile in Shoal color were used at all wet wall locations. Photo by Clark Dugger

Appartement pour location saisonnière : Atelier

Fables de Murs

Inspiration for a small industrial 3/4 bathroom in Paris with open cabinets, black cabinets, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mount sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Muswell Hill

Patience Designs Studio Ltd

Step into the heart of family practicality with our latest achievement in the Muswell Hill project. This bathroom is all about making space work for you. We've transformed a once-fitted bath area into a versatile haven, accommodating a freestanding bath and a convenient walk-in shower. The taupe and gray color palette exudes a calming vibe, embracing functionality without sacrificing style. It's a space designed to cater to the needs of a young family, where every inch is thoughtfully utilized. The walk-in shower offers easy accessibility, while the freestanding bath invites you to relax and unwind. This is more than just a bathroom; it's a testament to our commitment to innovative design that adapts to your lifestyle. Embrace a space that perfectly balances practicality with modern aesthetics, redefining how you experience everyday luxury.

Mid City Master Bath

LA Dwelling Inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, brown floor and an open shower.

Stone Bathroom

Bathroom + Kitchen Eleven

Utilising floor to ceiling mirrors in a narrow space gives the illusion of a room twice its actual size. Incorporating tiles in a light colour palette, recessed lighting and sleek minimalistic brassware opens up the area to give it a spacious feel. By using a frosted film on the windows instead of curtains/blinds helps to keep the room bright and airy.

Mid City Master Bath

LA Dwelling Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, brown floor and an open shower.

Masonic Studio

Studio InSitu Architects

This is an example of a small contemporary master bathroom in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Calamvale Project 2 - Ground floor bathroom, laundry,upper main bathroom reno

Campbell Builders

Campbell builders
Photo of a small modern master bathroom in Brisbane with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, soapstone benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Stone Bathroom

Bathroom + Kitchen Eleven

Incorporating tiles in a light colour palette, recessed lighting and sleek minimalistic brassware opens up a small compact area to gives an illusion of airy, bright and spaciousness that makes an instant impact.

Great Use of Space in a Transitional Home

Amazing Spaces

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Calamvale Project 2 - Ground floor bathroom, laundry,upper main bathroom reno

Campbell Builders

Campbell builders
Inspiration for a small modern master bathroom in Brisbane with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, soapstone benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops and a wall-mount sink.

Hammersmith Grove

Supremati

Small modern 3/4 bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in London with white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, marble floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Flatiron Loft NYC

HGNY

Photo of a traditional kids bathroom in New York with a wall-mount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, stone tile, multi-coloured walls and travertine floors.

NoMaD Project

Brett Helsham Designs

Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, gray tile, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, glass tile, open cabinets, a console sink and soapstone benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with a Wall-mount Toilet and Soapstone Benchtops

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.