Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Darlinghurst

David Parsons Architect

Design ideas for a small 3/4 bathroom in Sydney with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, terrazzo floors, a wall-mount sink, grey floor, an open shower and a single vanity.

Woodvale Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Kit Kat Tiles, Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Dark Charcoal Vanity, Essastone Calacatta Stone, Half Wall, Shower Ledge, Wet Room, Modern But Classic Bathroom

Enamour Terrace

Kitty Lee Architecture

Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, terrazzo floors, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Timber-Lantern House

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Ensuite bathing , contemplation and meditation. The bath was selected with curved ends to nestle into the curved feature wall, which splits to become a shower shelf.

Timber-Lantern House

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Ensuite bathing , contemplation and meditation
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, tile benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Mosman - Urban

Novale Bathrooms

Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, a vessel sink, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Timber-Lantern House

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Ensuite bathing , contemplation and meditation
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, tile benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Timber-Lantern House

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Ensuite bathing , contemplation and meditation. Feature windows bring the outside in.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, tile benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Timber-Lantern House

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Ensuite bathing , contemplation and meditation
Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, tile benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Bathroom with White Gloss wall tiles

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Enamour Terrace

Kitty Lee Architecture

Small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, terrazzo floors, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Enamour Terrace

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, terrazzo floors, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Woodvale Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Kit Kat Tiles, Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Dark Charcoal Vanity, Essastone Calacatta Stone, Half Wall, Shower Ledge, Wet Room, Modern But Classic Bathroom

Enamour Terrace

Kitty Lee Architecture

Woodvale Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Kit Kat Tiles, Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Dark Charcoal Vanity, Essastone Calacatta Stone, Half Wall, Shower Ledge, Wet Room, Modern But Classic Bathroom

Woodvale Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Kit Kat Tiles, Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Dark Charcoal Vanity, Essastone Calacatta Stone, Half Wall, Shower Ledge, Wet Room, Modern But Classic Bathroom

Woodvale Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Kit Kat Tiles, Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Dark Charcoal Vanity, Essastone Calacatta Stone, Half Wall, Shower Ledge, Wet Room, Modern But Classic Bathroom

Forest Lodge Renovation project

Designer Sparks Interiors

We increased the foot print by taking space from a home office that sat behind this bathroom to enable a full bathing experience with a bath, shower and toilet not shown in this image. We wanted to retain some traditional elements whilst evoking comfort and style.

Lighthouse

User

Large master ensuite with shower and bathtub.
Large contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with a freestanding tub, an open shower, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Window In Shower Bathroom Design Ideas with 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.