Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, gray tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a sliding shower screen, matchstick tile and mosaic tile floors.

Burbank

Landmark Construction Crew

Bathroom of the remodeled house construction in Burbank which included installation of matchstick tile, shower, window, bathtub and recessed lighting.

Rockville, Maryland - Modern - Bathroom

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Rockville, Maryland Modern Bathroom #JenniferGilmer www.gilmerkitchens.com Photography by Bob Narod
Small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a one-piece toilet, matchstick tile, porcelain floors, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Movin' On Up

Mark Brand Architecture

For a young family of four in Oakland’s Redwood Heights neighborhood we remodeled and enlarged one bathroom and created a second bathroom at the rear of the existing garage. This family of four was outgrowing their home but loved their neighborhood. They needed a larger bathroom and also needed a second bath on a different level to accommodate the fact that the mother gets ready for work hours before the others usually get out of bed. For the hard-working Mom, we created a new bathroom in the garage level, with luxurious finishes and fixtures to reward her for being the primary bread-winner in the family. Based on a circle/bubble theme we created a feature wall of circular tiles from Porcelanosa on the back wall of the shower and a used a round Electric Mirror at the vanity. Other luxury features of the downstairs bath include a Fanini MilanoSlim shower system, floating lacquer vanity and custom built in cabinets. For the upstairs bathroom, we enlarged the room by borrowing space from the adjacent closets. Features include a rectangular Electric Mirror, custom vanity and cabinets, wall-hung Duravit toilet and glass finger tiles.

Rénovation complete d'un appartement toit terrasse aux couleurs de l' Asie

44m² / Colpo et Fils

Photo of a large asian master bathroom in Nice with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, matchstick tile, white walls, cement tiles, a console sink, marble benchtops, an open shower, black benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Rustic Charm Master Bath LaGrange, GA

Eco Choice Interiors

BAC Photography
Mid-sized country master bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, beige walls, cork floors, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, brown tile, matchstick tile and an undermount sink.

Washington Park Small Pop Top

StudioHOFF Architecture

New master bath in pop top.
This is an example of a small arts and crafts master bathroom in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, matchstick tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Philly Finest

Kate Grzymala Design

This is an example of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, matchstick tile, purple walls, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, an open shower and white benchtops.

Walk In Tubs

American Standard Walk-In Tubs

Our goal is to make customers feel independent and safe in the comfort of their own homes at every stage of life. Through our innovative walk-in tub designs, we strive to improve the quality of life for our customers by providing an accessible, secure way for people to bathe. In addition to our unique therapeutic features, every American Standard walk-in tub includes safety and functionality benefits to fit the needs of people with limited mobility.

Bayshore Guest Bathroom

KW Cowles Design/ KWC Virtual Interior Design

Charming coastal theme was incorporated into this cozy baths facelift. This total transformation was a facelift and accomplished a high end look on a limited budget.

Vermont Street

Kelly Condon Design

Photo of a small transitional bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Poplar Lane | Oakdale Residence 5

Lafferty Communities

Design ideas for a large country 3/4 bathroom in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, laminate floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor and a shower curtain.

Quite Right!

Calming Spaces Interiors, Design & Remodeling

This is an example of a small traditional bathroom in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, matchstick tile, grey walls, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, a shower curtain and multi-coloured benchtops.

Huntington Beach Baths

Casafina Interior Design

Andy Richardson
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, gray tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and an alcove tub.

Malibu Rd

5 Star Cabinets

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Burbank

Landmark Construction Crew

Bathroom of the remodeled house construction in Burbank which included installation of matchstick tile, shower, shower window, shelves and recessed lighting.

Beach Chateau

Bontrager Builders Group, Inc.

Emerald Coast Photography
Expansive transitional master bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Oaks @ Deer Valley

Summit Design Group

Scot Zimmerman
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink and concrete benchtops.

Rockville, Maryland - Modern - Bathroom

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Rockville, Maryland Modern Bathroom #JenniferGilmer www.gilmerkitchens.com Photography by Bob Narod
This is an example of a small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a one-piece toilet, matchstick tile, porcelain floors, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Feng Shui House

User

Collaborating with our client’s consulting Feng Shui Master, this home was completely re-imagined, remodeled and enlarged in Manhattan Beach. Photographed by: Luke Gibson

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub and Matchstick 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.