Several years ago, Jill and Brian remodeled their kitchen with TKS Design Group and recently decided it was time to look at a primary bath remodel. Jill and Brian wanted a completely fresh start. We tweaked the layout slightly by reducing the size of the enormous tub deck and expanding the vanities and storage into the old tub deck zone as well as pushing a bit into the awkward carpeted dressing area. By doing so, we were able to substantially expand the existing footprint of the shower. We also relocated the French doors so that the bath would take advantage of the light brought in by the skylight in that area. A large arched window was replaced with a similar but cleaner lined version, and we removed the large bulkhead and columns to open the space. A simple freestanding tub now punctuates the area under the window and makes for a pleasing focal point. Subtle but significant changes. We chose a neutral gray tile for the floor to ground the space, and then white oak cabinetry and gold finishes bring warmth to the pallet. The large shower features a mix of white and gray tile where an electronic valve system offers a bit of modern technology and customization to bring some luxury to the everyday. The bathroom remodel also features plenty of storage that keeps the everyday necessities tucked away. The result feels modern, airy and restful!

The Cardinal

Kessler Construction LLC

A custom bathroom with quartz countertops and a freestanding tub.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country master bathroom with beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, glass tile, beige walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

DS Chicago to Birmingham

Amy Storm & Company

Joe Kwon Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Elmhurst Residence

Polay Interiors

Master bathroom, double custom vanity
Large transitional master bathroom in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, mirror tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Driftwood and Turquoise

Waterview Kitchens

The ultimate coastal beach home situated on the shoreintracoastal waterway. The kitchen features white inset upper cabinetry balanced with rustic hickory base cabinets with a driftwood feel. The driftwood v-groove ceiling is framed in white beams. he 2 islands offer a great work space as well as an island for socializng.

Medina Master Bath

Kayron Brewer, CMKBD / Studio K B

Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Seattle with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and quartzite benchtops.

Olympus Cove

DFS Construction Inc.

This is an example of a large modern 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, orange floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops and a single vanity.

Walnut Hills

M. Carter Design

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Richmond with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, green floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Spring Parade of Homes Gold Winning Design by Shay Edwards

Picture KC

Picture KC
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Kansas City with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, a corner tub, black tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor and white benchtops.

Hill Tide, Boca Grande

Jinx McDonald Interior Designs

This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Other with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, grey walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, blue tile, marble floors and quartzite benchtops.

Ada Residence

Z+ Interiors

Photography By Cara, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Modern White Bathroom Remodel in Plano TX

EURO Design Build

This is an example of a large transitional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner shower, beige tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Waterhouse Retreat

Sutherland Design Home, LLC

This 90's beauty had an odd layout with a built-in tub deck. It had a closed off layout and was dated with striped wallpaper, tiled countertops and gold fixtures. We removed the tub deck and installed a beautiful, aerated tub, providing a focal point when you walk in. We replaced vinyl flooring with neutral large format floor tile with a tile base. The new shower is larger than was the existing shower, set in a vertical brick set pattern with a beautiful mosaic band running through the niche. The homeowners previously purchased the vanity which is a great finish to this master bathroom.

Airy Modern Kitchen + Master Bath Transformation

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Philadelphia with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, pink walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Master Bathroom

HU-282908353

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Raleigh with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, a hot tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

The Jersey Project

TK Building & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Other with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Traditional Bathroom Remodels

Turn Key Remodel

Lifted cabinets, new countertop and sink. New mirror and baseboard lifted. Panel moulding refined
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Midland

Shear Construction

Photo of a large beach style 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, ceramic tile and a shower seat.

Weston Ma Residence

Koncerted - Home Automation & Home Media

Hidden Mirror TV. Keitaro Yoshioka Photography
This is an example of a large modern master bathroom in Boston with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, grey walls, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and white tile.

Bathroom - Tub & Shower Hillside Terrace, San Juan Capistrano

Maker Design Group

Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Quartzite 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.