Sprinkled with variation, this blue brick vanity backsplash gives a spa-like feel. DESIGN Sara Combs + Rich Combs PHOTOS Margaret Austin Photography

The art is by Los Angeles artist Chris Turnham. Photo © Bethany Nauert
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a bidet, blue tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, turquoise floor, a hinged shower door and turquoise benchtops.

A small guest bath in this Lakewood mid century was updated to be much more user friendly but remain true to the aesthetic of the home. A custom wall-hung walnut vanity with linear asymmetrical holly inlays sits beneath a custom blue concrete sinktop. The entire vanity wall and shower is tiled in a unique textured Porcelanosa tile in white. Tim Gormley, TG Image

Angie Seckinger
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls and blue benchtops.

This is an example of a contemporary powder room in Turin with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, orange tile, ceramic tile, a trough sink, laminate benchtops, blue benchtops and a floating vanity.

Colonial White marble floor Antolini Precioustone Blue Agate sink base
Inspiration for a large contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Miami with a vessel sink, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, brown walls, marble floors, onyx benchtops, grey floor and blue benchtops.

This was a great piece our client found at a junk shop. We refurbished it in a shocking blue with an antique glaze.
Photo of a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, slate floors, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops and turquoise benchtops.

This bathroom has a My Shower Door glass enclosure, white shaker-style cabinets, and an ocean-inspired blue quartz vanity countertop.
Mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and blue benchtops.

The homeowners of this Marblehead residence wished to remodel their master bathroom, which had been redone only a few years prior. The previous renovation, however, was not a pleasant experience and they were hesitant to dive-in again. After an initial conversation, the homeowners agreed to meet with me to discuss the project. listened to their vision for the room, paid close attention to their concerns, and desire to create a tranquil environment, that would be functional and practical for their everyday lifestyle. In my first walk-through of the existing bathroom, several major issues became apparent. First, the vanity, a wooden table with two vessel sinks, did not allow access to the medicine cabinets due to its depth. Second, an oversized window installed in the shower did not provide privacy and had visible signs of rot. Third, the wallpaper by the shower was peeling and contained mold due to moisture. Finally, the hardwood flooring selected was impractical for a master bathroom. My suggestion was to incorporate timeless and classic materials that would provide longevity and create an elegant environment. I designed a standard depth custom vanity which contained plenty of storage. We chose lovely white and blue quartzite counter tops, white porcelain tile that mimic the look of Thasos marble, along with blue accents, polished chrome fixtures and coastal inspired lighting. Next, we replaced, relocated, and changed the window style and shape. We then fabricated a window frame out of the quartzite for protection which proved to give the shower a lovely focal point. Lastly, to keep with the coastal theme of the room, we installed shiplap for the walls. The homeowners now look forward to starting and ending their day in their bright and relaxing master bath. It has become a sanctuary to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Photo of a country bathroom in Baltimore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an undermount tub, an alcove shower, gray tile and turquoise benchtops.

Holger Obenaus
Design ideas for a tropical powder room in Charleston with an undermount sink and blue benchtops.

Photograph Credit: Tony Berardi and Sally Good/ Photofields
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, beige tile, glass tile, beige walls, mosaic tile floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, turquoise benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Expansive eclectic master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, blue tile, glass tile, green walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, blue benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, an open shower, blue benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in New York with an undermount tub, white walls, blue floor and blue benchtops.

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
Photo of a large transitional master wet room bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door and turquoise benchtops.

Design ideas for a mid-sized master bathroom in Paris with blue cabinets, an undermount tub, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, a drop-in sink, tile benchtops, beige floor, blue benchtops and a single vanity.

bagno dedicato alle bambine, con mosaico Bisazza, doppio lavandino specchio a tutta parete e vasca da bagno
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, tile benchtops, beige floor, turquoise benchtops, white tile, porcelain tile and a double vanity.

Visa del bagno interamente rivestito in mosaico con tasselli esagonali color petrolio. Sanitari sospesi e doccia aperta
Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Bologna with blue cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, mosaic tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in sink, tile benchtops, blue floor, an open shower, blue benchtops and blue tile.