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

Bouldin Bath Refresh

CG&S Design-Build

• American Olean “Color Appeal” 4” x 12” glass tile in “Fountain Blue” • Interceramic 10” x 24” “Spa” white glazed tile • Daltile “Color Wave” mosaic tile “Ice White Block Random Mosaic” • Stonepeak 12” x 24 “Infinite Brown” ceramic tile, Land series • glass by Anchor Ventana at shower • Slik Mode acrylic freestanding tub • Grohe Concetto tub spout • photography by Paul Finkel

Carlsbad Caribbean Sanctuaries

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

"TaylorPro completely remodeled our master bathroom. We had our outdated shower transformed into a modern walk-in shower, new custom cabinets installed with a beautiful quartz counter top, a giant framed vanity mirror which makes the bathroom look so much bigger and brighter, and a wood ceramic tile floor including under floor heating. Kerry Taylor also solved a hot water problem we had by installing a recirculating hot water system which allows us to have instant hot water in the shower rather than waiting forever for the water to heat up. From start to finish TaylorPro did a professional, quality job. Kerry Taylor was always quick to respond to any question or problem and made sure all work was done properly. Bonnie, the resident designer, did a great job of creating a beautiful, functional bathroom design combining our ideas with her own. Every member of the TaylorPro team was professional, hard-working, considerate, and competent. Any remodeling project is going to be somewhat disruptive, but the TaylorPro crew made the process as painless as possible by being respectful of our home environment and always cleaning up their mess at the end of the day. I would recommend TaylorPro Design to anyone who wants a quality project done by a great team of professionals. You won't be disappointed!" ~ Judy and Stuart C, Clients Carlsbad home with Caribbean Blue mosaic glass tile, NuHeat radiant floor heating, grey weathered plank floor tile, pebble shower pan and custom "Whale Tail" towel hooks. Classic white painted vanity with quartz counter tops. Bathroom Design - Bonnie Bagley Catlin, Signature Designs Kitchen Bath. Contractor - TaylorPro Design and Remodeling Photos by: Kerry W. Taylor

Tranquil Spa Master Bathroom

Mariano & Co., LLC

Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Phoenix with grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, gray tile, glass tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Buttoned Up Bathroom

Modern Nest

This vanity was bought from a big box store but has some nice lines and the integrated towel holders on the chamfered corners make this piece look more expensive.

Bowman Hall Eclectic Bathroom

Maeser Master Services

One of the focal points of this gorgeous bathroom is the sink. It is a wall-mounted glass console top from Signature Hardware and includes a towel bar. On the sink is mounted a single handle Delta Ashlyn faucet with a chrome finish. Above the sink is a plain-edged mirror and a 3-light vanity light. The shower has a 12" x12" faux marble tile from floor to ceiling and in an offset pattern with a 4" glass mosaic feature strip and a recessed niche with shelf for storage. Shower floor matches the shower wall tile and is 2" x 2". Delta 1700 series faucet in chrome. The shower has a heavy frameless half wall panel. www.melissamannphotography.com

Naples Florida Residence- Glass Tile Galore

Susan Jablon

Susan Jablon original Lime green and floral linear glass tile mix gives this bathroom design a stunning finish.
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, green tile, glass tile, white walls and an undermount sink.

Guest Bath in Sherman Oaks, CA

Lauren Jacobsen Interior Design

Beautiful blue tile contemporary bathroom.Our client wanted a serene, calming bathroom. "Zen-like" were her words. Designers: Lauren Jacobsen and Kathy Hartz. Photographer: Terrance Williams

Attic Conversion

StudioHOFF Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian master bathroom in Denver with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, white walls and ceramic floors.

Pine Manor Residence

MLH Designs,Inc

Nancy Nolan Photography
Large traditional master bathroom in Little Rock with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an undermount tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, glass tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Modern Home Interior in Evanston

Habitar Design

Master Bathroom
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with an open shower, blue tile, glass tile and mosaic tile floors.

San Gorgonio Modern Wonder

Horizon Builders, Inc.

Guest bathroom with aqua large format subway tile in a stacked pattern. White quartz counter tops with white high gloss cabinetry. Shower screen.

Modern Lines | Bath Remodel

User

This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Luxury Master Bathroom

Pearl Remodeling

This Luxury Bathroom is every home-owners dream. We created this masterpiece with the help of one of our top designers to make sure ever inches the bathroom would be perfect. We are extremely happy this project turned out from the walk-in shower/steam room to the massive Vanity. Everything about this bathroom is made for luxury!

Texas Craftsman

Carey Dodson

Photography by Andrea Calo
This is an example of a small country master bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, glass tile, grey walls, limestone floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Bathroom in Blue

De Meza + Architecture

GLASS SPA

User

Tim Souza
Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Philadelphia with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, glass benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Master bathroom shower

Masters Properties, Inc.

Master bath
Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Raleigh with an open shower, gray tile, glass tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink and grey floor.

Ahh-inspired Bathroom

BJOID Inc.

This client wanted a relaxing bathroom that brought the ocean to Waterloo, Ontario. The wavy tile in the shower, and the glass teardrop accents in the niche and behind both his & her vanities showcase the movement and sheen of the water, and the soft blue and grey colour scheme allow a warm and cozy, yet fresh feeling overall. The hexagon marble tile on the shower floor was copied behind the soaker tub to define the space, and the furniture style cabinets from Casey’s Creative Kitchens offer an authentic classic look. The oil-rubbed finishes were carried throughout for consistency, and add a true luxury to the bathroom. The client mentioned, ‘…this is an amazing shower’ – the fixtures from Delta offer flexibility and customization. Fantasy Brown granite was used, and inhibites the movement of a stream, bringing together the browns, creams, whites blues and greens. The tile floor has a sandy texture and colour, and gives the feeling of being at the beach. With the sea-inspired colour scheme, and numerous textures and patterns, this bathroom is the perfect oasis from the everyday.

Pasadena Powder Bath

Robert Frank Interiors

Design ideas for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and Glass Tile

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.