This is an example of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Melbourne with white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a floating vanity, wallpaper and shaker cabinets.

Western Springs Transitional

Plain & Posh

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Wheaton (Green) Primary Bathroom (2023)

M.T. McCaw Inc

Embracing a traditional look - these clients truly made us 'green with envy'. The amazing penny round tile with green glass inlay, stained inset cabinets, white quartz countertops and green decorative wallpaper truly make the space unique

Urban Farmhouse - Long Beach, CA

Morey Remodeling Group

Urban farmhouse bathroom added to back of home. The homeowner wanted more space to entertain family and friends in her home. Morey Remodeling accomplished this by adding a second bedroom with bathroom to the back of the house and remodeling the kitchen, living room and master bathroom.

A Sweet Master Suite Addition

Irons Brothers Construction Inc

This stunning master bathroom started with a creative reconfiguration of space, but it’s the wall of shimmering blue dimensional tile that really makes this a “statement” bathroom. The homeowners’, parents of two boys, wanted to add a master bedroom and bath onto the main floor of their classic mid-century home. Their objective was to be close to their kids’ rooms, but still have a quiet and private retreat. To obtain space for the master suite, the construction was designed to add onto the rear of their home. This was done by expanding the interior footprint into their existing outside corner covered patio. To create a sizeable suite, we also utilized the current interior footprint of their existing laundry room, adjacent to the patio. The design also required rebuilding the exterior walls of the kitchen nook which was adjacent to the back porch. Our clients rounded out the updated rear home design by installing all new windows along the back wall of their living and dining rooms. Once the structure was formed, our design team worked with the homeowners to fill in the space with luxurious elements to form their desired retreat with universal design in mind. The selections were intentional, mixing modern-day comfort and amenities with 1955 architecture. The shower was planned to be accessible and easy to use at the couple ages in place. Features include a curb-less, walk-in shower with a wide shower door. We also installed two shower fixtures, a handheld unit and showerhead. To brighten the room without sacrificing privacy, a clearstory window was installed high in the shower and the room is topped off with a skylight. For ultimate comfort, heated floors were installed below the silvery gray wood-plank floor tiles which run throughout the entire room and into the shower! Additional features include custom cabinetry in rich walnut with horizontal grain and white quartz countertops. In the shower, oversized white subway tiles surround a mermaid-like soft-blue tile niche, and at the vanity the mirrors are surrounded by boomerang-shaped ultra-glossy marine blue tiles. These create a dramatic focal point. Serene and spectacular.

Turtle Bay

Battery Island Lighthouse Limited

This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, wood-look tile, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Classic & Colorful | Portland Bathroom Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

Z Collection Candy ceramic tile in ‘Ocean’ staggered horizontally in this walk-in shower in Portland, Oregon.
Photo of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Who did it Better - Mom or Kids?

Kelly Scanlon Interior Design

A generic kids bathroom got a total overhaul. Those who know this client would identify the shoutouts to their love of all things Hamilton, The Musical. Aged Brass Steampunk fixtures, Navy vanity and Floor to ceiling white tile fashioned to read as shiplap all grounded by a classic and warm marbleized chevron tile that could have been here since the days of AHam himself. Rise Up!

Mac-a-vista lake home

ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, timber, planked wall panelling, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, marble floors, quartzite benchtops and a niche.

Jack & Jill Bath

Jemm Interiors

Mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Transitional Master Bath

Drury Design

The epitome of relaxation, this shower offers the answer to day-time stress! With 6 body sprays, fixed and hand-held shower heads, as well as a rain shower head and steam unit, this homeowner can wash away the tensions of the day. Easy to clean, large-scale porcelain tile walls, along with the pebble shower floor and glass mosaic tiles, add to the ambiance of privacy and luxury.

Northcote House

Into interior design

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a floating vanity and recessed.

A Lifetime of Comfort

CARNEMARK design + build

photography by Anice Hoachlander
Large contemporary master bathroom in DC Metro with an alcove tub, an open shower, gray tile, grey walls, grey floor, an open shower, a niche and a shower seat.

Modern Transitional Custom Home in Ann Arbor

Forward Design Build Remodel

Our clients relocated to Ann Arbor and struggled to find an open layout home that was fully functional for their family. We worked to create a modern inspired home with convenient features and beautiful finishes. This 4,500 square foot home includes 6 bedrooms, and 5.5 baths. In addition to that, there is a 2,000 square feet beautifully finished basement. It has a semi-open layout with clean lines to adjacent spaces, and provides optimum entertaining for both adults and kids. The interior and exterior of the home has a combination of modern and transitional styles with contrasting finishes mixed with warm wood tones and geometric patterns.

Classic Bath

Mark Williams Design

Erica George Dines
Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in Atlanta with a niche and a shower seat.

Elegant Master

Angie Keyes CKBD

Joe Kay - Photographer Best Design of 2012 - Houzz.com
Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in Miami with a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, marble and a niche.

Master Bathroom Remodel in Sammamish, WA

Bezruchuk Inc

This elegant bathroom pairs a grey vanity with sleek, black handles against a backdrop of 24x24 Porcelain wall tiles. A freestanding bathtub beside a large window creates a serene atmosphere, while wood paneling adds warmth to the modern space.

Classic & Colorful | Portland Bathroom Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The floating shelves above the toilet create a perfect storage solution for our clients in this small bathroom while still being able to see their fun wallpaper throughout the guest bathroom.

Oakcliff Drive

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and wallpaper.

Making Waves

Blythe Interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in San Diego with light wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, an open shower, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and wallpaper.

All Wall Treatments Bathroom Design Ideas with a Niche

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.