The master bathroom is lined with lime-coloured glass on one side (in the walk-in shower area) and black ceramic tiles on the other. Two new skylights provide ample daylight. Photographer: Bruce Hemming

Bathroom under eaves

LMK Studio

Tiny storage room in the loft transformed into a fully functional guest bathroom. Brushed black fixtures with matt black accessories. Vertical tiles for illusion of height paired with subtle terrazzo floor tiles for a modern yet timeless look. The vanity unit is in walnut with a Corian worktop in Alpine white for easy maintenance.

Rejuvenating Rosemary Shower & Pony Wall

Fireclay Tile

Nature-inspired tranquility meets contemporary design elegance. With a refreshing splash of our 3x6 Ceramic Tile in Rosemary enveloping the wall, shower surround, and pony wall, this bathroom becomes a sanctuary of rejuvenation. DESIGN Lori Morell, Elite Construction PHOTOS Genia Barnes Tile Shown Rosemary 3x6

Einfamilienhaus

Farbe & Raum Schaffer

Mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Frankfurt with medium wood cabinets, a corner tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, green tile, ceramic tile, green walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, beige floor, an open shower, brown benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

View from the shower

York House Designs

Here you get a great look at how the tiles help to zone the space, and just look at that pop of green! Beautiful.
Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, black tile, porcelain tile, green walls, wood-look tile, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, black floor, an open shower, beige benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity and vaulted.

Cypress - Master Suite

Designer Details LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Houston with green walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, an open shower, beige benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and shaker cabinets.

Victorian Family Home | Master En-Suite

West One Bathrooms Ltd

When the homeowners purchased this Victorian family home, this bathroom was originally a dressing room. With two beautiful large sash windows which have far-fetching views of the sea, it was immediately desired for a freestanding bath to be placed underneath the window so the views can be appreciated. This is truly a beautiful space that feels calm and collected when you walk in – the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of modern family life. The bathroom is accessed from the main bedroom via a few steps. Honed marble hexagon tiles from Ca’Pietra adorn the floor and the Victoria + Albert Amiata freestanding bath with its organic curves and elegant proportions sits in front of the sash window for an elegant impact and view from the bedroom.

Victorian Family Home | Master En-Suite

West One Bathrooms Ltd

Orchid

Blackband Design

Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical kids bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, white tile, subway tile, green walls, grey floor and an open shower.

Modern Bathroom

Small modern bathroom in London with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, green tile, ceramic tile, green walls and slate floors.

Spa Bath

House of L

A master bath gets reinvented into a luxurious spa-like retreat in tranquil shades of aqua blue, crisp whites and rich bittersweet chocolate browns. A mix of materials including glass tiles, smooth riverstone rocks, honed granite and practical porcelain create a great textural palette that is soothing and inviting. The symmetrical vanities were anchored on the wall to make the floorplan feel more open and the clever use of space under the sink maximizes cabinet space. Oversize La Cava vessels perfectly balance the vanity tops and bright chrome accents in the plumbing components and vanity hardware adds just enough of a sparkle. Photo by Pete Maric.

Forest Park Home

Bright Designlab

Spa with green Heath tile
Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Portland with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an open shower, black and white tile, marble, green walls, marble floors, an integrated sink and marble benchtops.

Glamorous Kildeer Spa

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white tile, porcelain tile, green walls, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and wood.

Interior Design Scheme and Sensitive Extension to Regency Property

Lathams

Inspired by the existing Regency period details with contemporary elements introduced, this master bedroom, en-suite and dressing room (accessed by a hidden doorway) was designed by Lathams as part of a comprehensive interior design scheme for the entire property.

Sanibel Waterfront Condo

Denise Ward Interior Design

Fun, Whimsical Guest Bathroom: All done up in Hot Pink and Vibrant Green - this space would make anyone smile.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic bathroom in Miami with an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, green benchtops and louvered cabinets.

1850s Bluestone Cottage

Itsuka Studio

© Itsuka Studio
This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Melbourne with an open shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, mosaic tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, tile benchtops, an open shower and green benchtops.

Adobe Homes in Santa Fe New Mexico

Prull Custom Builders

Design ideas for a master bathroom in Other with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, a japanese tub, an open shower, green walls, medium hardwood floors and an open shower.

Kalahari Guest Bath

Latitude 39 Designs, LLC

Photo by Megan Bannon
This is an example of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Denver with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, green walls and ceramic floors.

Ocean Home

Dwelling

Dwelling
This is an example of a traditional bathroom in Charleston with a wall-mount sink, an open shower, white tile, porcelain tile, green walls and porcelain floors.

Mérignac/ Rénovation d'une maison de 115 m2

Almo Studio

Design ideas for a midcentury master bathroom in Bordeaux with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, green tile, green walls, a trough sink, green benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and Green Walls

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.