Inspiration for a small contemporary bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Urban Glam Bathroom

Linette Dai Design

Photo of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, marble, blue walls, marble floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Apartamento turístico Villa Olímpica

Monica Pla

Inspiration for an eclectic bathroom in Barcelona with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, cement tiles, a vessel sink, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtops.

French Country Master Bathroom

Nsight Kitchen and Bath Design

Fully remodeled master bathroom was reimaged to fit the lifestyle and personality of the client. Complete with a full-sized freestanding bathtub, customer vanity, wall mounted fixtures and standalone shower.

Bathroom

Anushka Contractor

Beside the bed is the way to the washroom. We wanted it bright to make it look larger than its size. The fittings are black but the walls are a powder blue, the cabinets are a genteel shade of lemon and the tiles are a play of our monochromatic colours. Despite the paucity of space, we created a loft, an essential element.

Home with a view

Maurizio Giovannoni Architetto

Stefano Corso
Photo of a contemporary bathroom in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a bidet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, a vessel sink, multi-coloured floor and white benchtops.

Crocker Highlands Modern Mediterranean

The Home Co.

Marcell Puzsar
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, white floor and a shower curtain.

Avenue Parmentier par Mathilde Abeel - Ma Petite Décoration

Mon Concept Habitation

Stéphane Vasco
Small scandinavian master bathroom in Paris with medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, white tile, blue walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor, flat-panel cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, subway tile, cement tiles, an open shower and brown benchtops.

Prahran - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens Design & Renovation Martina Gemmola
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Melbourne with white cabinets, white tile, blue walls, a vessel sink, blue floor, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, marble benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, a two-piece toilet, subway tile, porcelain floors and a hinged shower door.

Clever Features and Functional Design for a Large Master Bath

Christopher's Kitchen & Bath

A large, less restrictive space can sometimes be a challenge to remodel as the possibilities are truly unlimited. The goal was to create a functional and warm space that still felt open, clean and utilized the large space well. Custom glass panel cabinetry with sliding doors and a central drawer bank features ample storage and even multiple standard outlets inside. Vessel sinks sit atop the custom quartz counters that compliment the stone resin free standing bath. On the back side of the central wall is a walk in, from both sides, his and hers shower. Custom tile through out ties both sides of this large bath together. The shower features multiple niches.

Modern Craftsman Shotgun

Marilyn Hill Interiors

Showcase Photographers
Design ideas for a small modern master bathroom in Nashville with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls and porcelain floors.

Natural Stone Master Bath in Crystal Lake

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

A cramped and compartmentalized master bath was turned into a lavish spa bath retreat in this Northwest Suburban home. Removing a tight walk in closet and opening up the master bath to the adjacent no longer needed children’s bedroom allowed for the new master closet to flow effortlessly out of the now expansive master bath. A corner angled shower allows ample space for showering with a convenient bench seat that extends directly into the whirlpool tub deck. Herringbone tumbled marble tile underfoot creates a beautiful pattern that is repeated in the heated bathroom floor. The toilet becomes unobtrusive as it hides behind a half wall behind the door to the master bedroom, and a slight niche takes its place to hold a decorative accent. The sink wall becomes a work of art with a furniture-looking vanity graced with a functional decorative inset center cabinet and two striking marble vessel bowls with wall mounted faucets and decorative light fixtures. A delicate water fall edge on the marble counter top completes the artistic detailing. A new doorway between rooms opens up the master bath to a new His and Hers walk-in closet, complete with an island, a makeup table, a full length mirror and even a window seat.

Award-Winning Guest Bathroom - Myers Park

Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.

Photo of a small transitional kids bathroom in Charlotte with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, glass tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, grey floor and a sliding shower screen.

Mission Hills Transformation

RDM Architecture

Hollywood Bath with soaking tub and shower. Photos: Bob Greenspan
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, stone tile, blue walls, slate floors, a vessel sink and marble benchtops.

Serene Sauna

Change Your Bathroom©

This transformation started with a builder grade bathroom and was expanded into a sauna wet room. With cedar walls and ceiling and a custom cedar bench, the sauna heats the space for a relaxing dry heat experience. The goal of this space was to create a sauna in the secondary bathroom and be as efficient as possible with the space. This bathroom transformed from a standard secondary bathroom to a ergonomic spa without impacting the functionality of the bedroom. This project was super fun, we were working inside of a guest bedroom, to create a functional, yet expansive bathroom. We started with a standard bathroom layout and by building out into the large guest bedroom that was used as an office, we were able to create enough square footage in the bathroom without detracting from the bedroom aesthetics or function. We worked with the client on her specific requests and put all of the materials into a 3D design to visualize the new space. Houzz Write Up: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/bathroom-of-the-week-stylish-spa-retreat-with-a-real-sauna-stsetivw-vs~168139419 The layout of the bathroom needed to change to incorporate the larger wet room/sauna. By expanding the room slightly it gave us the needed space to relocate the toilet, the vanity and the entrance to the bathroom allowing for the wet room to have the full length of the new space. This bathroom includes a cedar sauna room that is incorporated inside of the shower, the custom cedar bench follows the curvature of the room's new layout and a window was added to allow the natural sunlight to come in from the bedroom. The aromatic properties of the cedar are delightful whether it's being used with the dry sauna heat and also when the shower is steaming the space. In the shower are matching porcelain, marble-look tiles, with architectural texture on the shower walls contrasting with the warm, smooth cedar boards. Also, by increasing the depth of the toilet wall, we were able to create useful towel storage without detracting from the room significantly. This entire project and client was a joy to work with.

Centreville Home

Alison Giese Interiors

An antique chest of drawers was repurposed as a vanity in a charming refresh of a guest bath.
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Austin with a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mosaic tile floors and multi-coloured floor.

Hampton Family Home

Kia Designs

Anna Stathaki
Photo of a transitional kids bathroom in London with blue tile, white floor, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mosaic tile, blue walls, a vessel sink and white benchtops.

Prahran - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens Design & Renovation Martina Gemmola
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Melbourne with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink and blue floor.

Coastal Bathroom

Lisette Voute Designs

Beach style bathroom in London with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, brown floor and white benchtops.

Gulf Shore Bath

Reed Design Build, LLC

Crisp and clean, this refreshing blue and white master bath combines simplicity and high impact. The cool, white tile and cabinetry create the perfect backdrop for the stunning blue agata countertop and crushed glass accent tile. Paired with silver accents in lighting and fixtures which continue the cool tones of the room. The corner whirlpool tub was a must have in the remodel project, along with enlarging the shower area and expanding the vanity space. Interior Designer: Wanda Pfeiffer Photo credits: Naples Kenny

Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue Walls and a Vessel Sink

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.