Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction
Mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

ЖК "Дом на Свободе"

Дизайн-бюро "Arthall"

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, white floor, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo and a console sink.

Second Story Simplicity

12/12 Architects & Planners

The adorable hall bath is used by the family's 5 boys.
This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, green walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, beige benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Overland Park Remodel

Picture KC

Samantha Ward
Photo of a small traditional master bathroom in Kansas City with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and grey benchtops.

Bath Remodel

Professional Home Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a sliding shower screen.

Garden Bend - Guest Bathroom

Griffin Design

Designed By: Robby & Lisa Griffin Photos By: Desired Photo
Small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Houston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a sliding shower screen.

Modern Bathroom

Photo of a small modern master bathroom in Phoenix with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors and a pedestal sink.

Hillcrest Project

Neilson & Roy Luxury Home Builder

Crema marfil bathroom with white thassos accent, restoration hardware coffee vanity with custom 1.5" thick crema marfil countertop. Self standing tub and dual rain head shower.

D Bathroom

Baldwin Kitchen & Bath Center

Photo of a small traditional master bathroom in Philadelphia with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Aspen Hill Hall Bath Refresh

Green Diva Designs

Small transitional bathroom in DC Metro with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls and ceramic floors.

Bathroom Showroom 2015

Distinctive Bathrooms and Kitchens

Tub Special Room, Basic design, Low end Bathroom, Good value for the money: Bathroom Display at our 2035 Lanthier Showroom, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Designed by Susan Mitchell, and Dominic Manzo @ Distinctive Bathrooms and Kitchens. You can come view our 30+ bathroom displays.

Tiny Bathroom

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

Because this was the only bathroom in the house, the remodel was completed in nine days while the client vacationed. It now has the bright, clean, uncluttered aesthetic the client wanted. Set against all-white fixtures and walls are four vibrant shades of blue glass tiles in the tub/shower surround, and there is the personality we see in our client.

GIRL'S FAIRYTALE ENSUITE BATHROOM

Sheila Rich Interiors, LLC

The charm of the fairy-tale-themed bedroom was carried into the adjoining bathroom with the ballet slipper motif wallpaper and glass slipper floor mats. Shades of hot pink glass tile and white glass pencil tiles framing the mirror add depth to this feminine bathroom.

Cherry Creek Spec

Studio LW

Denver Image Photography
Small transitional kids bathroom in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

2021 NARI CotY Award-Winning Bathroom Under $25,000

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

Bes Builders, Austin, Texas, 2021 Regional CotY Award Winner, Residential Bath Under $25,000
Design ideas for a small transitional bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Frazier Bathroom Remodel

Sanctuary Homes and Remodeling

Inspiration for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Louisville with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor and a shower curtain.

Contemporary Guest Bath, Designed By Janis Manacsa

Gilmans Kitchens and Baths

Treve Johnson Photography
This is an example of a small arts and crafts bathroom in San Francisco with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, beige walls, porcelain floors and gray tile.

Schaeffer Family Homes Jaxon Model at Four Seasons

Brynn Charles Designs, LLC

Dave Niziolek
Design ideas for a small transitional bathroom in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, beige tile, beige walls, linoleum floors and a two-piece toilet.

Family Bath 1

Allison DeMarte Design

Design ideas for a small transitional bathroom in Detroit with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, green walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Still Springs Bath

Granger Remodel & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub

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.