Photos by Creative Vision Studios
Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, porcelain tile, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Amarra Estate

Marion Interior Design

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean master bathroom in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Sonya Hall Bath

Brickhouse Kitchens and Baths

Small beach style kids bathroom in Baltimore with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Design Build Modern Farmhouse

YW Builders Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and flat-panel cabinets.

Stunning Spanish Farmhouse

Kerrie Kelly Design Lab

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops and a built-in vanity.

119 West Shore

3rd Street Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large transitional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Large shower with Niche Shelves and Floating Bench

KraftMaster Renovations

Spacious master bathroom with black frameless cabinetry. Large skylight above the vanity and the window allow natural light to come in. Photo by VLG Photography

Silver Maple at Marlboro Ridge

Timberlake Homes

This is an example of a transitional master bathroom in Baltimore with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, brown tile, beige walls, wood-look tile, an integrated sink, brown floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Colorful Ranch Retreat

JJ Interiors

A dramatic herringbone patterned stone wall will take your breath away. A curbless shower, integrated sink, and modern lighting bring an element of refinement.

pine street

jennifer rhode design

the generous vanity allows for lots of counter space.
Photo of a small modern bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Classic & Colorful | Portland Bathroom Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

Carrara Marble is used as an elegant touch to the shower curb for this walk-in shower.
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Remodeled Bathrooms Lakeville 2021

Titus Contracting

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Artist Multi-Function Studio and Home

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Hexagon Haus - Bathroom

Kristy Kropat Design GmbH

mid-century modern bathroom with terrazzo countertop, hexagonal sink, custom walnut mirror with white powder coated shelf, teal hexagonal ceramic tiles, Porcelanosa textured large format white tile, gray oak cabinet, Edison bulb sconce hanging light fixtures. Modernes Badezimmer aus der Mitte des Jahrhunderts mit Terrazzo-Arbeitsplatte, sechseckiges Waschbecken, maßgefertigter Spiegel aus Nussbaumholz mit weißer, pulverbeschichteter Ablage, sechseckige Keramikfliesen in Tealachs, großformatige weiße Fliesen mit Porcelanosa-Struktur, Schrank aus grauer Eiche, Hängeleuchten mit Edison-Glühbirne.

Horseshoe Bend Reno

Usable Space Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Full Home Remodel | Boulder, CO

PR Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a modern 3/4 bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Cheviot Hills Transitional

Deirdre Doherty Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, subway tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, white floor, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Uptown Elegance: Masculine Master Bathroom Remodel | Chicago, IL

Chi Renovation & Design

When our client shared their vision for their two-bathroom remodel in Uptown, they expressed a desire for a spa-like experience with a masculine vibe. So we set out to create a space that embodies both relaxation and masculinity. Allow us to introduce this masculine master bathroom—a stunning fusion of functionality and sophistication. Enter through pocket doors into a walk-in closet, seamlessly connecting to the muscular allure of the bathroom. The boldness of the design is evident in the choice of Blue Naval cabinets adorned with exquisite Brushed Gold hardware, embodying a luxurious yet robust aesthetic. Highlighting the shower area, the Newbev Triangles Dusk tile graces the walls, imparting modern elegance. Complementing the ambiance, the Olivia Wall Sconce Vanity Lighting adds refined glamour, casting a warm glow that enhances the space's inviting atmosphere. Every element harmonizes, creating a master bathroom that exudes both strength and sophistication, inviting indulgence and relaxation. Additionally, we discreetly incorporated hidden washer and dryer units for added convenience. ------------ Project designed by Chi Renovation & Design, a renowned renovation firm based in Skokie. We specialize in general contracting, kitchen and bath remodeling, and design & build services. We cater to the entire Chicago area and its surrounding suburbs, with emphasis on the North Side and North Shore regions. You'll find our work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest. For more info about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/

Maximizing Space in a Wauwatosa Basement Remodel

S.J. Janis Company, Inc.

Mid-sized 3/4 bathroom in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, green walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

On the Bluff

BPC Architecture + Interior Design

Design ideas for a beach style bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, mosaic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Shower and a Built-in Vanity

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.