Inspiration for a small country kids bathroom in Other with a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, beige walls, a wall-mount sink and a hinged shower door.

Vauxhall Apartment

Eleanor Baines Photography

Eleanor Baines Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary master bathroom in London with a freestanding tub, an open shower, subway tile, a wall-mount sink and an open shower.

8th Street Jewel Box

Stellar Remodeling and Design

Mediterranean bathroom in Other with an open shower, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a wall-mount sink and multi-coloured tile.

Ray of Light House, Southwark - Bathroom

RDA Architects

Photo by Simon Maxwell
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in London with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, grey walls, flat-panel cabinets, gray tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors and an open shower.

Encino Estate

JWT Associates

This is the interior/ exterior remodel of a 1930s estate in Encino. We took what was a very narrow and empty backyard and created several spaces for entertaining, including an outdoor pizza oven and bocce court. The stacked stone fireplace is made of Santa Barbara Sandstone. Inside the house, the family room and second story loft were remodeled to include a new guest bathroom. Lee Manning Photography

Cremorne Laneway House

Architected

James Morgan Photography
This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Melbourne with an open shower, black tile, white tile, white walls, a wall-mount sink, black floor and an open shower.

The Listed House

Simpson & Voyle

This image portrays a sleek and modern bathroom vanity design that exudes luxury and sophistication. The vanity features a dark wood finish with a pronounced grain, providing a rich contrast to the bright, marbled countertop. The clean lines of the cabinetry underscore a minimalist aesthetic, while the undermount sink maintains the seamless look of the countertop. Above the vanity, a large mirror reflects the bathroom's interior, amplifying the sense of space and light. Elegant wall-mounted faucets with a brushed gold finish emerge directly from the marble, adding a touch of opulence and an attention to detail that speaks to the room's bespoke quality. The lighting is provided by a trio of globe lights set against a muted grey wall, casting a soft glow that enhances the warm tones of the brass fixtures. A roman shade adorns the window, offering privacy and light control, and contributing to the room's tranquil ambiance. The marble flooring ties the elements together with its subtle veining, reflecting the same patterns found in the countertop. This bathroom combines functionality with design excellence, showcasing a preference for high-quality materials and a refined color palette that together create an inviting and restful retreat.

Salle de Bain Zen

SECRET DE BAIN

Design ideas for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Angers with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, a wall-mount sink, a single vanity, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, ceramic floors, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat and a floating vanity.

Double Void House

Kitty Lee Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Sydney with light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Rosalie Plinth House

Arcke Pty Ltd

This kids bathroom is a playful bathroom with skirted tiled ceramic tiles and custom plywood cabinetry.
Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in Brisbane with glass-front cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, tile benchtops, brown floor and an open shower.

Hotel Covell

ETC.etera

A vintage brutalist light fixture and vintage turkish rug contrast beautifully with this otherwise modern bathroom.
This is an example of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with an open shower, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Knightsbridge Project_Apt 2

RLDC

Photography: www.hausofsilva.com
Small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in London with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, marble floors and a wall-mount sink.

Case Study: Central London Apartment

Drummonds Bathrooms

Photo Credit: Darren Chung Design: Waldo Works This Grade 2 listed apartment in central London took a complete refurbishment by MIC featuring the elegant Hebdern vanity basin, and minimal, yet stunning Nene shower. It's ensuite shower room is a perfect use of design and colour making a unique space by combining the theme of nickel and blue tiles with black borders. The main feature in this small but perfectly created space, is the Nene Shower & the 200mm rose in nickel finish, clearly seen behind the industrial style glass and metal framed shower doors which lend an air of urban chic alongside the hand glazed period style tiles in rich blue hues from Victorian Ceramics. The tiles, which run around the room and extend into the walk-in shower, were commissioned especially for this project by Waldo Works and add a touch of individuality to the design. The single Hebdern vanity basin creates a striking focal point with black Marquina marble that coordinates perfectly with the room’s colours and detailing.

Rostill House

bg architecture

Shannon McGrath
Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with a wall-mount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, mosaic tile, beige walls and mosaic tile floors.

Wood in Bathroom

Spa Tile

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in New York with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, white tile, subway tile and an open shower.

Darlinghurst

David Parsons Architect

Design ideas for a small 3/4 bathroom in Sydney with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, terrazzo floors, a wall-mount sink, grey floor, an open shower and a single vanity.

Dulwich Estate House - Herne Hill

Archic

venetian polished plaster and walk-in shower mosaics
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian kids bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, a wall-mount sink, limestone benchtops, white floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

House MT

Kart Projects | Architecture

Tatjana Plitt
Design ideas for a large modern master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, a wall-mount sink, black walls, cement tiles and grey floor.

Harlem Duplex

Emergent Form Architecture

While compact, this marbled master bath is bright and functional. Keeping the floor level continuous as it extends to the shower slot drain helps make the area feel larger. The frameless glass, floating vanity, wall-hung toilet, and perimeter lit medicine cabinet also keep it light and modern.

Contemporary Bathroom

This is an example of a small contemporary bathroom in Other with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, stone tile and marble floors.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and a Wall-mount Sink

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.