First impression count as you enter this custom-built Horizon Homes property at Kellyville. The home opens into a stylish entryway, with soaring double height ceilings. It’s often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. And that’s literally true with this home. With the kitchen in the centre of the ground floor, this home provides ample formal and informal living spaces on the ground floor. At the rear of the house, a rumpus room, living room and dining room overlooking a large alfresco kitchen and dining area make this house the perfect entertainer. It’s functional, too, with a butler’s pantry, and laundry (with outdoor access) leading off the kitchen. There’s also a mudroom – with bespoke joinery – next to the garage. Upstairs is a mezzanine office area and four bedrooms, including a luxurious main suite with dressing room, ensuite and private balcony. Outdoor areas were important to the owners of this knockdown rebuild. While the house is large at almost 454m2, it fills only half the block. That means there’s a generous backyard. A central courtyard provides further outdoor space. Of course, this courtyard – as well as being a gorgeous focal point – has the added advantage of bringing light into the centre of the house.

Modern Bath Retreat

AV Architects + Builders

AV Architects + Builders Location: Great Falls, VA, United States Our clients were looking to renovate their existing master bedroom into a more luxurious, modern space with an open floor plan and expansive modern bath design. The existing floor plan felt too cramped and didn’t offer much closet space or spa like features. Without having to make changes to the exterior structure, we designed a space customized around their lifestyle and allowed them to feel more relaxed at home. Our modern design features an open-concept master bedroom suite that connects to the master bath for a total of 600 square feet. We included floating modern style vanity cabinets with white Zen quartz, large black format wall tile, and floating hanging mirrors. Located right next to the vanity area is a large, modern style pull-out linen cabinet that provides ample storage, as well as a wooden floating bench that provides storage below the large window. The centerpiece of our modern design is the combined free-standing tub and walk-in, curb less shower area, surrounded by views of the natural landscape. To highlight the modern design interior, we added light white porcelain large format floor tile to complement the floor-to-ceiling dark grey porcelain wall tile to give off a modern appeal. Last not but not least, a frosted glass partition separates the bath area from the toilet, allowing for a semi-private toilet area. Jim Tetro Architectural Photography

Fitzroy North House

MMAD Architecture

Dark floor tiles laid in a herringbone pattern wrap up the shower wall and into the skylight over the shower. Timber joinery , marble benchtop, full height mirror and Venetian plaster add contrast and warmth to the bathroom. Thank you for all the interest in the tile. It's called Mountains Black (600x75mm) and is supplied by Perini Tiles Bridge Rd Richmond, Melbourne Victoria Australia Image by: Jack Lovel Photography

Purer Kontrast

ultramarin - raum fliese bad

Schlichte, klassische Aufteilung mit matter Keramik am WC und Duschtasse und Waschbecken aus Mineralwerkstoffe. Das Becken eingebaut in eine Holzablage mit Stauraummöglichkeit. Klare Linien und ein Materialmix von klein zu groß definieren den Raum. Großes Raumgefühl durch die offene Dusche.

Bali Inspired Master Bath

BLAINE architects

Jean Bai/Konstrukt Photo
Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a double shower, a wall-mount toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, black walls, an open shower and a wall-mount sink.

Display Home: Edgewater 6.0

Metricon

Ensuite // The Terraces by Metricon Edgewater 6.0, on display in Lightsview, SA.
Photo of a contemporary bathroom in Adelaide with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, black tile, an undermount sink, grey floor, an open shower and black benchtops.

The Fairway

Concept 8 Architects

David Butler
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wet room bathroom in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, black walls, brown floor, an open shower, black tile, brown tile, mosaic tile and a console sink.

Calleya Style

Landscapes WA

Dmax Photography
This is an example of a contemporary kids bathroom in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, black tile, beige walls, a vessel sink, beige floor, an open shower and beige benchtops.

Oceanic Residence

Squire Development Group

Floor to ceiling tiling with black feature tile wrapping 3 walls and large format tiling on the floor and other walls.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Sunshine Coast with brown cabinets, cement tiles, a vessel sink, grey floor, an open shower, a freestanding tub, an open shower and black tile.

Can Deus

Dawson Design Group

Brady Architectural Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, black tile, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, pebble tile floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

San Francisco baths

Knocknock

View of custom sink and bathtub. Photo by Olga Soboleva
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.

Glass and Tile Bathroom

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

Gorgeous tile work and vanity with double sink were added to this home in Lake Geneva.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, blue tile, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, glass benchtops, beige floor and an open shower.

Haberfield House

Sydesign Pty Ltd

SyDesign - Architects & Interior Design
Inspiration for a contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove shower, black tile, gray tile, black walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, black floor and an open shower.

Burrell Beach House

APEX PLUMBING

Master Bathroom Shower w/ Rain Can, Diverter and Hand Held.
Large modern master bathroom in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black tile, ceramic tile, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, grey walls, a corner shower, mosaic tile floors, beige floor and an open shower.

Washington DC Asian-Inspired Master Bath Design

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Washington DC Asian-Inspired Master Bath Design by #MeghanBrowne4JenniferGilmer. An Asian-inspired bath with warm teak countertops, dividing wall and soaking tub by Zen Bathworks. Sonoma Forge Waterbridge faucets lend an industrial chic and rustic country aesthetic. A Stone Forest Roma vessel sink rests atop the teak counter. Photography by Bob Narod. http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

Mawson Lakes Project

ArborCrest

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Adelaide with a freestanding tub, black tile, black walls, a vessel sink, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, cement tile, wood benchtops, black floor, an open shower and brown benchtops.

Inner city north facing house

Baker Drofenik Architects Pty Ltd

Main bathroom
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, black walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Rénovation - Appartement S - Toulouse

Atelier Anagramme

Salle d'eau ouverte
Design ideas for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Toulouse with a curbless shower, black tile, ceramic tile, green walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, black floor, an open shower and a single vanity.

Third Story Home Addition in Georgetown, Washington DC

Four Brothers Design + Build

Large transitional master bathroom in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, matchstick tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Small But Colourful WC

Geri Designs

Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Dublin with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Black Tile 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.