Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, white walls, marble floors and a hinged shower door.

Arts & Crafts Condo Remodel - Bathroom (Inner Richmond)

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

The view from the entryway of the combined toilet room and lavatory, updated into a comfortable bathroom with modern amenities.
Photo of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Lakefront Metairie Bathroom

User

Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New Orleans with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Brea Bathrooms

The Kitchen Design Center

A fresh new look to a small powder bath. Our client wanted her glass dolphin to be highlighted in the room. Changing the plumbing wall was necessary to eliminate the sliding shower door.

Shorewood Vintage Bathroom

Story Hill Renovations LLC

This was a dated and rough space when we began. The plumbing was leaking and the tub surround was failing. The client wanted a bathroom that complimented the era of the home without going over budget. We tastefully designed the space with an eye on the character of the home and budget. We save the sink and tub from the recycling bin and refinished them both. The floor was refreshed with a good cleaning and some grout touch ups and tile replacement using tiles from under the toilet.

Traditional Master Bathroom, Updated

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

One of the main features of the space is the natural lighting. The windows allow someone to feel they are in their own private oasis. The wide plank European oak floors, with a brushed finish, contribute to the warmth felt in this bathroom, along with warm neutrals, whites and grays. The counter tops are a stunning Calcatta Latte marble as is the basket weaved shower floor, 1x1 square mosaics separating each row of the large format, rectangular tiles, also marble. Lighting is key in any bathroom and there is more than sufficient lighting provided by Ralph Lauren, by Circa Lighting. Classic, custom designed cabinetry optimizes the space by providing plenty of storage for toiletries, linens and more. Holger Obenaus Photography did an amazing job capturing this light filled and luxurious master bathroom. Built by Novella Homes and designed by Lorraine G Vale Holger Obenaus Photography

Classic White and Gray Bathroom Renovation

dRemodeling

The Dura Supreme double vanity is painted in a bold but neutral gray. A tall central storage tower in the middle allows for extra storage and allowing the countertops to be free of clutter.

Home in Hampton Lake

Coastal Signature Homes

Nice clean lines for this guest bathroom. White subway tile walls in the glassed in shower, white granite for the vanity countertop and light gray bathroom walls. The open shelves help with extra storage and keep the room neat for guests.

Zen like shower with granite countertop

AA Design Firm

The photo doesn't even show how magnificent this slab of granite countertop is. We were able to install it in one piece without cutting it. The countertop has very fine slight sparkle to it. We wanted to create a more zen like shower but still very eye catching.

Master Bathroom

Paragon Custom Builders

Changing design patterns allows the same tile to be used in different ways.
Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor and beige benchtops.

The Arden Harvey Hurlburt House - Los Angeles

Saxony Design Build

Master Bath w/ Craftsman Vanity, Vintage pendant lighting, a custom keystone mosaic floor from Daltile, and Kohler Artifacts fixtures
Arts and crafts master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Soft Modern Manhattan Residence

Robert Kaner Interior Design

Tom Powel Imaging
Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, ceramic floors, an alcove shower, a wall-mount sink, black floor and a hinged shower door.

Hanna Model at Sonoma

Shea Homes Charlotte

Introducing the Courtyard Collection at Sonoma, located near Ballantyne in Charlotte. These 51 single-family homes are situated with a unique twist, and are ideal for people looking for the lifestyle of a townhouse or condo, without shared walls. Lawn maintenance is included! All homes include kitchens with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, plus attached 2-car garages. Our 3 model homes are open daily! Schools are Elon Park Elementary, Community House Middle, Ardrey Kell High. The Hanna is a 2-story home which has everything you need on the first floor, including a Kitchen with an island and separate pantry, open Family/Dining room with an optional Fireplace, and the laundry room tucked away. Upstairs is a spacious Owner's Suite with large walk-in closet, double sinks, garden tub and separate large shower. You may change this to include a large tiled walk-in shower with bench seat and separate linen closet. There are also 3 secondary bedrooms with a full bath with double sinks.

Coastal Living Remodel

Dora Brigham Interiors

Leonard Ortiz
Photo of a beach style 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with white walls, mosaic tile floors, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, black and white tile, ceramic tile, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

9th Ave

CM Natural Designs

Photo courtesy of Chipper Hatter
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional bathroom in San Francisco with white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, marble floors, marble benchtops and an alcove shower.

Silver Falls Court

J Wiley Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Dallas with an alcove shower, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, beige walls and plywood floors.

Contemporary Bathroom

Photo of a small contemporary bathroom in Minneapolis with a console sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, glass tile, grey walls and ceramic floors.

The Norfolk

Domicile Developments

Photo of a small contemporary bathroom in Toronto with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, an alcove shower, black tile, ceramic tile, white walls and porcelain floors.

Bold Powder Room

Marcia Moore Design

A tiny hall bath was dramatically changed from it's 1950s pink origins into a glamorous black and white statement room. The alcove shower was done in large white tiles and black accents to complement the black walls with white accents in the main bath area. Large tiles installed vertically visually enlarges the small shower space. The small subway tiles are repeated from the vanity wall and marble triangles add storage and seating. Anne Matheis Photography

Southern Living Showcase

Emser Tile

bianco gioia marble with metro taupe flooring
Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Dallas with an alcove shower, beige cabinets, gray tile, white tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, marble, beige floor, a hinged shower door and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Shower

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.