Small bathroom but with some creative design, ... so much impact!

Photo of a small traditional kids bathroom in Ottawa with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and quartzite benchtops.

Acorn Cottage

Susan Anthony Interiors

Photo by Ellen McDermott
This is an example of a mid-sized country bathroom in New York with a console sink, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, mosaic tile floors and a shower/bathtub combo.

Bathroom Renovations

L. Thibeault & Assoc. LLC

Large traditional master bathroom in Providence with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white tile, mosaic tile floors, an alcove tub, a curbless shower, subway tile, blue walls, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Mt. Airy Industrial Trad Bathroom

Hannah Dee Interiors

Julia Staples Photography
Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, subway tile, mosaic tile floors and grey benchtops.

Bathroom in the ADU

WSM Craft

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.

Hermosa Beach Design/ Build

Denton Developments

Design ideas for a beach style bathroom in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, mosaic tile floors, recessed-panel cabinets and multi-coloured floor.

Дом ЦК на Леонтьевском переулке

Онучина Мария & Миняев Иван

Inspiration for a large contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Moscow with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, tile benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bathroom Remodel

J & J Home Renovations

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

West 71st Street Addition & Whole House

Schloegel Design Remodel

We used the concept of a European wet room to maximize shower space. The natural and aqua color scheme is carried through here and seen in the unique tile inset. The straight lines of the brick set tile are offset by the organic pebble floor.

Victorian Bathroom Remodel in Melrose MA

McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath

Full bathroom remodel with updated layout in historic Victorian home. White cabinetry, quartz countertop, ash gray hardware, Delta faucets and shower fixtures, hexagon porcelain mosaic floor tile, Carrara marble trim on window and shower niches, deep soaking tub, and TOTO Washlet bidet toilet.

Classic White Guest Bathroom Remodels in Highland Park

Blackline Renovations

With new flooring, a refinished bathtub, and stunning floor-to-ceiling white, beveled subway tile, this pull and replace downstairs bathroom transformation dares to impress. Taking the tile all the way to the ceiling created a classic modern look and provided a clean, crisp background for the beautiful plumbing fixtures, wall sconce and decorative mirror. For a splash of elegance and sophistication, a new drain and trip lever were installed to match the finish of the new Luxe Gold Brizo faucets. Adding just the right balance of classic modern luxury, the space was finished off with classic Italian Carrara Marble mosaic flooring and a fresh coat of paint. The existing pedestal sink and toilet were reused to help achieve the homeowner’s budget.

Chagrin Falls Home

Emily Snyder Photography

Traditional bathroom in Cleveland with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Artful Refashioning

George Clemens Architecture

This is an example of a traditional bathroom in Cleveland with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

A Bathroom Fit For A Princess

Fiorito Interior Design

When a large family renovated a home nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz mountains, all bathrooms received dazzling upgrades, but none more so than this sweet and beautiful bathroom for their nine year-old daughter who is crazy for every Disney heroine or Princess. We laid down a floor of sparkly white Thassos marble edged with a mother of pearl mosaic. Every space can use something shiny and the mirrored vanity, gleaming chrome fixtures, and glittering crystal light fixtures bring a sense of glamour. And light lavender walls are a gorgeous contrast to a Thassos and mother of pearl floral mosaic in the shower. This is one lucky little Princess! Photos by: Bernardo Grijalva

Orchid Beach

Nautilus Homes

Inspired by the sugar plantation estates on the island of Barbados, “Orchid Beach” radiates a barefoot elegance. The bath features a full-size hydrotherapy tub below a large picture window looking out to a mature plumeria. The exquisite chamfered wall tile flows through the shower, and perfectly complements the runway of stunning marble penny tile insert on the floor. The master bath opens to reveal the orchid conservatory and meditation space. The orchid conservatory features four walls of lattice with oval portholes, an outdoor shower, lovely seating area to enjoy the beautiful flowers, and a relaxing bronze Cupid fountain. The challenge was to bring the outdoors in with the Orchid Conservatory while maintaining privacy. It is a dream oasis with an indulgent, spacious spa-like feel.

Elizabeth Custom

M. Lahr Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Orlando with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and multi-coloured benchtops.

San Francisco Marina

HK Designs

Inspiration for a transitional kids bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, white floor, beige benchtops, beige tile, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain and a floating vanity.

Ross Project

Rasmussen Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white tile, white walls, a vessel sink, white floor, white benchtops, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, subway tile, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops and a shower curtain.

St. Paul Summit Kitchen Renovation

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

The layout in the second-floor bathroom was changed to better accommodate the toilet, tub, and shower. A new vanity was added for more storage and kid delineated space. The crown trim along the vanity wall was part of the existing built in.

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.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub and Mosaic Tile Floors

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.