House of Light: Chevy Chase, Maryland Home inspired by Hugh Newell Jacobsen

Featured in Home & Design Magazine, this Chevy Chase home was inspired by Hugh Newell Jacobsen and built/designed by Anthony Wilder's team of architects and designers.

RedHouse

Misiaszek Turpin pllc

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession

672 Pacific View

Tourmaline Builders, Inc.

Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and grey benchtops.

Artisan Blue Bathroom

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

This Guest Bathroom has a small footprint and the shower was claustrophobic in size. We could not enlarge the bathroom, so we made changes that made it feel more open. By cutting down the shower wall and installing a glass panel, the shower now has a more open feeling. Through the glass panel you are able to see the pretty artisan blue tiles that coordinate with the penny round floor tiles. The vanity was only 18” deep, which restricted our sink options. We chose a natural soapstone countertop with a Corian oval sink. Rich walnut wood cabinetry, polished nickel plumbing and light fixtures add sparkle to the space.

nora's meadow | edgartown

sullivan + associates architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor and an open shower.

Modern Waterfront

Rachel Pohlner for Jenkins Baer

Guest bathroom in modern waterfront home
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Baltimore with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Farmhouse Master bathroom renovation

Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

Mid-sized country master bathroom in St Louis with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

Arrowhead Farmhouse

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

With expansive fields and beautiful farmland surrounding it, this historic farmhouse celebrates these views with floor-to-ceiling windows from the kitchen and sitting area. Originally constructed in the late 1700’s, the main house is connected to the barn by a new addition, housing a master bedroom suite and new two-car garage with carriage doors. We kept and restored all of the home’s existing historic single-pane windows, which complement its historic character. On the exterior, a combination of shingles and clapboard siding were continued from the barn and through the new addition.

Rabbit Ridge Farm - Log Cabin Master Bath, Dressing Room & Laundry Room

Suzanne MacCrone Rogers

Renovation of a master bath suite, dressing room and laundry room in a log cabin farm house. Project involved expanding the space to almost three times the original square footage, which resulted in the attractive exterior rock wall becoming a feature interior wall in the bathroom, accenting the stunning copper soaking bathtub. A two tone brick floor in a herringbone pattern compliments the variations of color on the interior rock and log walls. A large picture window near the copper bathtub allows for an unrestricted view to the farmland. The walk in shower walls are porcelain tiles and the floor and seat in the shower are finished with tumbled glass mosaic penny tile. His and hers vanities feature soapstone counters and open shelving for storage. Concrete framed mirrors are set above each vanity and the hand blown glass and concrete pendants compliment one another. Interior Design & Photo ©Suzanne MacCrone Rogers Architectural Design - Robert C. Beeland, AIA, NCARB

Custom Home in Oak Grove,

Wilson Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, stone slab, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a drop-in sink and soapstone benchtops.

Weekend Getaway - Leland, Michigan

Maple Hill Builders, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops and a laundry.

Our Work

National Home Improvements

Photo of a large modern master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, white floor and an open shower.

Collombatti Farm House Bathroom Renovation NSW 2440

The Renovation Broker

Contemporary farm house renovation.
Large contemporary master bathroom in Other with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, green benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a floating vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Home Construction on Colgate Ave

US Home Developers Inc.

Design ideas for a large modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, stone tile, black walls, concrete floors, a pedestal sink and soapstone benchtops.

Luxury Master Suite

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

Expansive contemporary master bathroom in Cincinnati with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Rustic Master Bathroom

Cherry Ridge Construction

Design ideas for a country master bathroom in Omaha with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, brown tile, stone tile and soapstone benchtops.

Bathroom Vanity

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, stone tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Complete Remodel on Keenan Court

K&M Flooring

Photo of a large modern master bathroom in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Craftsman Bungalow in Del Ray

Windmill Hill Design Build

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, stone tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Warsaw Bathroom Renovation

Harwood Design Builders Ltd.

The narrow, small space in this Winnipeg bathroom was one of the projects biggest interior design challenges. Every element including fixtures, handles, color palette and flooring were chosen to accentuate the length of the bathroom. A narrow, elongated shower was designed so there was no need for a glass shower door. Custom built niches for shampoos and soaps, as well as a bench were installed. A unique channel drain system was designed it was all surrounded by specially selected tiles in the earth tone color palette. The end wall was constructed to allow for built in open shelving for storage and esthetic appeal. Cabinets were custom built for the narrow space and long handle pulls were chose to perpetuate the overall design.

Bathroom Design Ideas with an Open Shower and Soapstone Benchtops

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.