Francois Gagnon
Photo of a small beach style master bathroom in Portland Maine with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Gray tones playfulness. A kids bathroom in Oak park.

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Gray tones playfulness a kid’s bathroom in Oak Park. This bath was design with kids in mind but still to have the aesthetic lure of a beautiful guest bathroom. The flooring is made out of gray and white hexagon tiles with different textures to it, creating a playful puzzle of colors and creating a perfect anti slippery surface for kids to use. The walls tiles are 3x6 gray subway tile with glossy finish for an easy to clean surface and to sparkle with the ceiling lighting layout. A semi-modern vanity design brings all the colors together with darker gray color and quartz countertop. In conclusion a bathroom for everyone to enjoy and admire.

Somerville transformation

aMortonDesign

Marble and porcelain showcase accents of blue in this Guest Bath. Patrick Rogers Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in Boston with an alcove tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, marble floors, a pedestal sink, multi-coloured floor and a sliding shower screen.

Shower Doors

Gemini Tile & Marble

Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a corner shower, gray tile, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

A Lifetime of Comfort

CARNEMARK design + build

photography by Anice Hoachlander
Large contemporary master bathroom in DC Metro with an alcove tub, an open shower, gray tile, grey walls, grey floor, an open shower, a niche and a shower seat.

Shared bath

PK Designs LLC.

Shared bath is equally tranquil and inviting.
Design ideas for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and solid surface benchtops.

Stylish Guest Bath

TEC Construction & Development

The beautiful guest bath continues the flow and look of this updated condo.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, engineered quartz benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a console sink and a sliding shower screen.

Classic guest bathroom

Natalie Howe Design

This is an example of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, stone tile, a one-piece toilet, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Some Installations

Ludlow Tile and Marble

Inspiration for a transitional 3/4 bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo and gray tile.

Penthouse 1

Einrichtungshaus Walkembach

This is an example of a small contemporary bathroom in Cologne with an alcove tub, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, an open shower, gray tile and an open shower.

Monkton Sage Green Carrera Marble Bathroom

Taylor Made Custom Contracting Inc.

The goal of this bath was to create a spa-like feel. Opting for the dominant color of white accented by sage green contributed to the successful outcome. A 54” white vanity with double sinks topped with Carrera marble continued the monochromatic color scheme. The Eva collection of Moen brand fixtures in a brushed nickel finish were selected for the faucet, towel ring, paper holder, and towel bars. Double bands of glass mosaic tile and niche backing accented the 3x6 Brennero Carrera tile on the shower walls. A Moentrol valve faucet was installed in the shower in order to have force and flow balance.

Contemporary Bath and Shower with Copper Fittings

Amberth

With the request of pastel colours which is evident on the floor tiles, copper fittings and hexagonal tiles, this gorgeous bathroom has been updated into a stylish, contemporary space. A solid surface bath and basin gives a modern feel and mirrored panelled cabinets provides confined storage which visually expands the space. A bespoke shower screen meets the ceiling, maintaining clean lines throughout.

Georgian Town House

Arq-A Interiors Limited

The master bathroom created to maximise space and functionality as well as providing a beautiful palette of grey tones with a feminine wallpaper to soften the look. Photograph: Simon Maxwell Photography

Redondo Beach Residence

Dannielle Albrecht Designs

Photo of a small beach style bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, glass tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Upper West Side Condominium Renovation

Pett & Associates, LLC

Renovated bathroom "After" photo of a gut renovation of a 1960's apartment on Central Park West, New York Photo: Elizabeth Dooley
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

Duravit Vero Bathtub - Luxury Home Full Property Remodel

Hobsons Choice

A large Duravit Vero bathtub bestows the occupant with beautiful views across the garden whilst they relax. Small alcoves at either end provide space for decoration and placement of necessities such as candles and lotions. The natural grey 'Madagascar' porcelain wall and floor tiles from Porcelanosa have a realistic stone pattern which adds a visual element of interest to the surface finish. Darren Chung

Blenheim Avenue Renovation

Alloy Architecture & Construction

The clients approached us with an addition that was failing structurally and a 1950’s era kitchen that was in serious need of updating. Alloy created a new addition to accommodate a larger bathroom, a laundry room and a small mudroom. The addition also includes a portico that opens to the clients wonderful gardens in the back. The kitchen was also opened up to the dining room creating more light and natural flow throughout the house. Our client, a landscape architect, wanted a view from the kitchen that looks into the gardens at the back of the house. The bathroom has exposed joists and clerestory windows bathing the whole room in natural light while allowing for privacy. The same tile was used throughout but in multiple scales creating interesting textures while maintaining a cohesive palette and a serene ambiance. Andrea Hubbel Photography

Jordan Smith - Henley Beach

Jordan Smith

Bathroom Renovation Designed by Jordan Smith (Brilliant SA) Built by Brilliant SA
Small contemporary bathroom in Adelaide with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, porcelain tile, marble floors, a wall-mount sink and grey walls.

Bathroom Design - City Slicker | New York, NY

LM Interior Design, LLC

973-857-1561 LM Interior Design LM Masiello, CKBD, CAPS lm@lminteriordesignllc.com https://www.lminteriordesignllc.com/

Bathroom

360-Vip Photography

Dean Riedel of 360Vip Photography
Contemporary bathroom in Minneapolis with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, an open shower, gray tile and grey walls.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub and Gray Tile

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.