Hilldale Contemporary Remodel in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Small contemporary bathroom in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, an undermount sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, dark wood cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, green walls and mosaic tile floors.

Perkiomenville Bathroom

TO Property Solutions

tim ott
Inspiration for a mid-sized country kids bathroom in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, porcelain tile, green walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Small Bath Remodel at Oakland

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Francis Combes
Small mediterranean master bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, green walls and ceramic floors.

ATX Color

Lauren Allyn Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, green walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Санузел Тропики

Дизайнер Алина Гамм

Inspiration for a contemporary master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, green walls, black floor, a shower curtain, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, an integrated sink and white benchtops.

Tidal Mill Place

Delpino Custom Homes

Patrick Brickman
Inspiration for a mid-sized country bathroom in Charleston with green walls, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, mosaic tile floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, turquoise floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Wallingford Bathroom Tub area with niche

Bencar Building Systems, LLC

12x20 wall niche with Aqua Modular mosaic and US Ceramics 3x6 subway tile in ice white glossy. Tub is a white Aker tub with Geberit brushed nickel shower head, diverter and tub facuet Nancy Benson

Charlton Modern Bath

Marianne Ashley Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, green walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and beige benchtops.

Upper Westside Green Bathroom

MJ Renovations

Large modern master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, green tile, subway tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Northglenn Bathroom

Kreative Kitchens & Baths

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Denver with a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, green walls, ceramic floors, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, white tile, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor and an open shower.

Small Bath, Big Impact

Hercules Design Build

The newly remodeled hall bath was made more spacious with the addition of a wall-hung toilet. The soffit at the tub was removed, making the space more open and bright. The bold black and white tile and fixtures paired with the green walls matched the homeowners' personality and style.

Bright & Airy Bathroom

Meiste Homes

Forever Plaid! Full bath with unique grey plaid tile on the floor and subway tile in the bathtub/shower area.
Beach style bathroom in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, green walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Midcentury Guest Bath

Hem Collective

The existing bathroom only had a bathtub. We added a shower, which gave us the opportunity to use this gorgeous, green tile. With a tight budget, we brought in an off-the-shelf floating vanity to save money but finished it off with an upgraded faucet and gorgeous, solid brass hardware. We also brought in marble, penny tile on the floors for a bit of luxury.

Full House Remodel & Vaulted Ceiling Transformation

Sugar Valley Builders

Black metal hardware, floor and shower tile, quartz countertops are all elements that pull this farmhouse bathroom together.
Small country 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Барселона в Москве

Brandt design Bureau

This is an example of a transitional bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, black tile, green walls, an integrated sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Melshire Modern Guest Baths

Alair Homes Plano

These repeat clients had remodeled almost their entire home with us except this bathroom! They decided they wanted to add a powder bath to increase the value of their home. What is now a powder bath and guest bath/walk-in closet, used to be one second master bathroom. You could access it from either the hallway or through the guest bedroom, so the entries were already there. Structurally, the only major change was closing in a window and changing the size of another. Originally, there was two smaller vertical windows, so we closed off one and increased the size of the other. The remaining window is now 5' wide x 12' high and was placed up above the vanity mirrors. Three sconces were installed on either side and between the two mirrors to add more light. The new shower/tub was placed where the closet used to be and what used to be the water closet, became the new walk-in closet. There is plenty of room in the guest bath with functionality and flow and there is just enough room in the powder bath. The design and finishes chosen in these bathrooms are eclectic, which matches the rest of their house perfectly! They have an entire house "their style" and have now added the luxury of another bathroom to this already amazing home. Check out our other Melshire Drive projects (and Mixed Metals bathroom) to see the rest of the beautifully eclectic house.

CPT House

Mauro Soddu

Cédric Dasesson
Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Cagliari with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, brown floor and an open shower.

Irvine "Cape Cod" Inspiration

Transitions Designs

Inspired by Cape Cod styling, these Irvine homeowners needed to optimize their Master Bathroom. By adding a second sink & oodles of storage (the mirrors are even recessed cabinets) functionality is increased & what a beautiful space to begin the day!

Bathroom Renovation (Double Sink Vanity with Linen Cab)

RWC Windows, Doors & More

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Photo of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

San Marino Subway Tile Job

Artisan Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts bathroom in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, yellow cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, green tile, subway tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors, a console sink, turquoise floor and a shower curtain.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub and Green Walls

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.