Molly's Marketplace, a home renovation's paradise

We completely updated this home from the outside to the inside. Every room was touched because the owner wanted to make it very sell-able. Our job was to lighten, brighten and do as many updates as we could on a shoe string budget. We started with the outside and we cleared the lakefront so that the lakefront view was open to the house. We also trimmed the large trees in the front and really opened the house up, before we painted the home and freshen up the landscaping. Inside we painted the house in a white duck color and updated the existing wood trim to a modern white color. We also installed shiplap on the TV wall and white washed the existing Fireplace brick. We installed lighting over the kitchen soffit as well as updated the can lighting. We then updated all 3 bathrooms. We finished it off with custom barn doors in the newly created office as well as the master bedroom. We completed the look with custom furniture!

Ann Arbor Mother-in-Law Bathroom Remodel

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Ann Arbor homeowner was looking to remodel a bathroom for mother-in-law moving in. Merillat Masterpiece in Quarter Sawn Oak, Peppercorn finish. The countertops are Athena Granite, fixtures are in polished chrome, and the tile is all from Virginia Tile. The floor tile which looks like wood is Tabula Cenere 6x36 Rectified. It ties in beautifully with the soft brown tones in the shower of Stone Project Gold Falda Vein 12x24. The real show stopper here and focal point is the beautiful pepple accent running vertical to match with the floor - Random Cobbles Sterling MegaMix. The drop down bench on left makes it easy for Mom to maneuver in and out of the shower. Access - grab bars along the outside and inside shower walls provide needed assistance and serve also as towel racks.

501 Post

Studio Toki

Photo of a small modern master bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Chapman St. San Jose

Changras & Frey Construction Inc.

Photo by Teresa Giovanzana Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with furniture-like cabinets, beige cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and beige benchtops.

Bayview Residence

Dwell Interiors

Ryan Gamma Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Brixton Townhouse II

Indie & Co.

Anna Stathaki
Large scandinavian master bathroom in London with a freestanding tub, an open shower, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, flat-panel cabinets and brown cabinets.

Certified Luxury Builders - 41 West - Old Naples Custom Home

Dream Coast Builders

Photo of a large traditional 3/4 bathroom in Tampa with a drop-in tub, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, beige benchtops, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an open shower, beige tile, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and beige walls.

Compact Modern Bath

studio | TRACE, pllc

Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Cincinnati with open cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, grey floor, an open shower, gray tile and engineered quartz benchtops.

Walk in Shower with No Doors

Stanton Homes

From this angle, see into the walk in shower with no door, and into the walk in closet. http://stantonhomes.com/dahlberg/

738 Willow Lane Home Building Project

Masami Suga

Masami Suga
Mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Relaxation Master Bath

Reliance Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, ceramic tile, beige walls and ceramic floors.

Belgian Farmhouse - Victoria, MN

Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.

Space Crafting
This is an example of a country bathroom in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white tile, ceramic tile and ceramic floors.

Small Master Bathroom Remodel

A Stylish Life, CA

Working with a very small footprint we did everything to maximize the space in this master bathroom. Removing the original door to the bathroom, we widened the opening to 48" and used a sliding frosted glass door to let in additional light and prevent the door from blocking the only window in the bathroom. Removing the original single vanity and bumping out the shower into a hallway shelving space, the shower gained two feet of depth and the owners now each have their own vanities!

Eagle Point

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Rob Skelton, Keoni Photos
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, an open shower, gray tile, ceramic tile, tile benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and grey benchtops.

Eagles Nest

Ellecor Design & Gifts by Haden Long

Robbie Holmes Photography
Large transitional master bathroom in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, a drop-in tub, an open shower, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls and ceramic floors.

Pacific Beach Bathroom Remodel

Levreault Interiors

Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls and ceramic floors.

Windsor

Daniel Ash Architects

Richard Whitbread
Contemporary bathroom in Melbourne with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, black tile, ceramic tile, black walls, ceramic floors and an open shower.

Oakmont Remodel

Rochelle Interiors

Tyler Chartier
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, green tile, subway tile, laminate benchtops, brown floor and an open shower.

Walnut

bild DESIGN

Photo of a modern bathroom in New Orleans with a vessel sink, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors and an open shower.

Shower Niche and Bench with Easy Handheld Access

KraftMaster Renovations

A niche is a shelf framed out between studs, recessed in a wall. It is a great little trick to add storage that does not protrude into the space. Finished with a beveled edged tile, this niche becomes a part of the showers design.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and Ceramic 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.