Custom bathroom cabinetry with beautiful dual sink vanity.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Portland with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, gray tile, stone tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bainbridge Beautiful Kitchen

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients house was built in 2012, so it was not that outdated, it was just dark. The clients wanted to lighten the kitchen and create something that was their own, using more unique products. The master bath needed to be updated and they wanted the upstairs game room to be more functional for their family. The original kitchen was very dark and all brown. The cabinets were stained dark brown, the countertops were a dark brown and black granite, with a beige backsplash. We kept the dark cabinets but lightened everything else. A new translucent frosted glass pantry door was installed to soften the feel of the kitchen. The main architecture in the kitchen stayed the same but the clients wanted to change the coffee bar into a wine bar, so we removed the upper cabinet door above a small cabinet and installed two X-style wine storage shelves instead. An undermount farm sink was installed with a 23” tall main faucet for more functionality. We replaced the chandelier over the island with a beautiful Arhaus Poppy large antique brass chandelier. Two new pendants were installed over the sink from West Elm with a much more modern feel than before, not to mention much brighter. The once dark backsplash was now a bright ocean honed marble mosaic 2”x4” a top the QM Calacatta Miel quartz countertops. We installed undercabinet lighting and added over-cabinet LED tape strip lighting to add even more light into the kitchen. We basically gutted the Master bathroom and started from scratch. We demoed the shower walls, ceiling over tub/shower, demoed the countertops, plumbing fixtures, shutters over the tub and the wall tile and flooring. We reframed the vaulted ceiling over the shower and added an access panel in the water closet for a digital shower valve. A raised platform was added under the tub/shower for a shower slope to existing drain. The shower floor was Carrara Herringbone tile, accented with Bianco Venatino Honed marble and Metro White glossy ceramic 4”x16” tile on the walls. We then added a bench and a Kohler 8” rain showerhead to finish off the shower. The walk-in shower was sectioned off with a frameless clear anti-spot treated glass. The tub was not important to the clients, although they wanted to keep one for resale value. A Japanese soaker tub was installed, which the kids love! To finish off the master bath, the walls were painted with SW Agreeable Gray and the existing cabinets were painted SW Mega Greige for an updated look. Four Pottery Barn Mercer wall sconces were added between the new beautiful Distressed Silver leaf mirrors instead of the three existing over-mirror vanity bars that were originally there. QM Calacatta Miel countertops were installed which definitely brightened up the room! Originally, the upstairs game room had nothing but a built-in bar in one corner. The clients wanted this to be more of a media room but still wanted to have a kitchenette upstairs. We had to remove the original plumbing and electrical and move it to where the new cabinets were. We installed 16’ of cabinets between the windows on one wall. Plank and Mill reclaimed barn wood plank veneers were used on the accent wall in between the cabinets as a backing for the wall mounted TV above the QM Calacatta Miel countertops. A kitchenette was installed to one end, housing a sink and a beverage fridge, so the clients can still have the best of both worlds. LED tape lighting was added above the cabinets for additional lighting. The clients love their updated rooms and feel that house really works for their family now. Design/Remodel by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging

Mine Hill

User

Photo of a contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, beige tile, gray tile, beige walls, a trough sink, grey floor and an open shower.

62 Cooper Square, NYC

Aerial Design and Build

Inspiration for a contemporary master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white walls, an undermount sink and an open shower.

Lower Level Remodel With Home Bar, Spa-like Suite, Craft Room , and Home Gym

Village Home Stores

DuraSupreme cabinetry in Shaker doorstyle and Pearl painted finish. Cambria Berwyn Quartz and custom back-lit mirrors. Bathroom remodeled from start to finish by Village Home Stores.

Stylish Small Bathroom Renovation

Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions New Zealand

Smith & Sons Riccardon worked wonders turning this compact bathroom space into a smart modern space. A careful rework of the space included opting for a walk in shower over a traditional screen or dome style shower which makes this bathroom more spacious and functional. The white oval sink on top of a natural wood vanity provide a central focus and a hint of Scandanavian tones whilst the hexagonal floor and shower patterns add interest against the large wall tiles.

Mid Century Modern Bath Remodel - Rossmoor, CA

Morey Remodeling Group

Crisp white subway tile is offset by black accents in this stunning master bathroom remodel. Custom double vanity with Quartz countertop, Brizo faucets in matte black, open shower and herringbone porcelain tile wood flooring.

Quonset Renovation

MTM Woodworking & Design

Master Bath Ensuite Double Sinks, Vessel Sinks, Custom Reclaimed vanity, Custom Panneling
This is an example of a large midcentury master bathroom in Providence with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor and an open shower.

Bathroom in Blue

De Meza + Architecture

An Architect's bathroom added to the top floor of a beautiful home. Clean lines and cool colors are employed to create a perfect balance of soft and hard. Tile work and cabinetry provide great contrast and ground the space. Photographer: Dean Birinyi

Fort Lauderdale Condo

DawnElise Interiors

ACH Digital Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Miami with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, marble, green walls, marble floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and an open shower.

Private Interior Design

IEVA

Photo of a scandinavian bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, ceramic tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, an open shower and a laundry.

San Francisco baths

Knocknock

Full view of bathroom. Photo by Olga Soboleva
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, white walls, cement tiles, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

New Luxury Bathroom

Red Orchid Designs LLC

Large contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and an open shower.

A Lifetime of Comfort

CARNEMARK design + build

photography by Anice Hoachlander
Large contemporary master bathroom in DC Metro with an alcove tub, an open shower, gray tile, grey walls, grey floor, an open shower, a niche and a shower seat.

Oxford Family Home

Day True

Gary Summers
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in London with grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, gray tile, stone slab, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a vessel sink, laminate benchtops, a wall-mount toilet, grey floor, an open shower and flat-panel cabinets.

Grosvenor

Rowlands Architecture Design Studio

David Sievers
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Adelaide with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, gray tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, concrete benchtops, grey walls, grey floor and an open shower.

Melshire Master Suite

Alair Homes Plano

This once dated master suite is now a bright and eclectic space with influence from the homeowners travels abroad. We transformed their overly large bathroom with dysfunctional square footage into cohesive space meant for luxury. We created a large open, walk in shower adorned by a leathered stone slab. The new master closet is adorned with warmth from bird wallpaper and a robin's egg blue chest. We were able to create another bedroom from the excess space in the redesign. The frosted glass french doors, blue walls and special wall paper tie into the feel of the home. In the bathroom, the Bain Ultra freestanding tub below is the focal point of this new space. We mixed metals throughout the space that just work to add detail and unique touches throughout. Design by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging

White Bathroom Remodel

U Name It Construction

Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige tile, ceramic tile, grey floor and an open shower.

Chevy Chase, MD - Bathroom Remodel

Case Architects & Remodelers

Project Developer TJ Monahan http://www.houzz.com/pro/tj-monahan/tj-monahan-case-design-remodeling-inc Designer Melissa Cooley http://www.houzz.com/pro/melissacooley04/melissa-cooley-udcp-case-design-remodeling-inc Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Roaring Rock

Fiorentino Group Architects

Rob Karosis
Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Portland Maine with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, gray tile, stone tile, white walls, ceramic floors, marble benchtops and an open shower.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and an Open Shower

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.