Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a transitional bathroom in San Diego with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls and marble benchtops.

Wooded Irvington Renovation

Michael Lewis Architects PC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a claw-foot tub, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, an alcove shower, marble benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Guest Bathroom & Master Bathroom Remodel in Atlanta

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

The guest bathroom received a completely new look with this bright floral wallpaper, classic wall sconces, and custom grey vanity.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Atlanta with ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, black benchtops and beaded inset cabinets.

Farmhouse Inspired in Phoenix, Maryland

redhead design, llc

This Master Bathroom has a light and airy coastal feel with blues, neutrals and white in the tile, paint and finishes. The large soaking tub is featured under a large window and the his and hers vanities have tons of storage. A mix of oil rubbed bronze and gold fixtures add to the warmth of the space.

Kilmarnock River House

Pillar & Peacock

Photo of a traditional bathroom in Richmond with a freestanding tub, blue walls and white floor.

Chicago Bath Renovation

Chi Renovation & Design

For this Chicago bath remodel, we went with a bright white to give the room a modern feeling, while adding woods and black hardware to provide sharp lines and contrast. Project designed by Skokie renovation firm, Chi Renovation & Design - general contractors, kitchen and bath remodelers, and design & build company. They serve the Chicago area and its surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/chicago-bath-renovation/

Aerie Point Historic Stone Farmhouse

Birdseye Building

This is an example of a country bathroom in Burlington with a curbless shower, multi-coloured walls, brown floor and a shower curtain.

Felicitous Flora

Change Your Bathroom©

The detailed plans for this bathroom can be purchased here: https://www.changeyourbathroom.com/shop/felicitous-flora-bathroom-plans/ The original layout of this bathroom underutilized the spacious floor plan and had an entryway out into the living room as well as a poorly placed entry between the toilet and the shower into the master suite. The new floor plan offered more privacy for the water closet and cozier area for the round tub. A more spacious shower was created by shrinking the floor plan - by bringing the wall of the former living room entry into the bathroom it created a deeper shower space and the additional depth behind the wall offered deep towel storage. A living plant wall thrives and enjoys the humidity each time the shower is used. An oak wood wall gives a natural ambiance for a relaxing, nature inspired bathroom experience.

Baltimore Modern Home on Elm

Home Methods

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Baltimore with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Hawkhill

LaFauci Tile and Marble

Unique black and white master suite with a vivid Moroccan influence.Bold Cement tiles used for the floor and shower accent give the room energy. Classic 3x9 subway tiles on the walls keep the space feeling light and airy. A mix media of matte black fixtures and satin brass hardware provided a hint of glamour. The clean aesthetic of the white vessel Sinks and freestanding tub balance the space.

Mid Modern Master Suite

nancekivell home planning & design

The master bedroom offered a large footprint so we could easily barrow some space to create a spa like bathroom with a generous double shower. Photo provided by: KWREG

Mt. Airy, Philadelphia: Classic Bathrooms with Custom Wall Tile and Dark Accents

Bellweather Design-Build, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Philadelphia with white tile, subway tile, blue walls, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, a wall-mount sink, white floor and a hinged shower door.

A Vintage Charmer Master Bathroom - Atlanta

Innovative Design Build

Design ideas for a traditional master bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, marble benchtops, grey floor and grey benchtops.

Hilltop Boy's Bath

Alter Design Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, subway tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Seaforth

Real Constructions Pty Ltd

Peter Crumpton
Inspiration for a modern bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, a wall-mount sink and white benchtops.

Blue Chateau

Tina Kuhlmann - Primrose Designs

Tina Kuhlmann - Primrose Designs Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA Luxurious French inspired master bedroom nestled in Rancho Santa Fe with intricate details and a soft yet sophisticated palette. Photographed by John Lennon Photography https://www.primrosedi.com

Beach Style Bathroom

This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Dallas with white cabinets, gray tile, multi-coloured tile, white tile, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, an alcove shower and grey floor.

Chalet De Sept-Boy's Bathroom

User

Alise O'Brien
Photo of a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in St Louis with an undermount tub, gray tile, marble, blue walls, mosaic tile floors and white floor.

Rockville

Jennifer Radakovic Design

This is an example of a mid-sized country bathroom in Richmond with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, subway tile and marble benchtops.

Highland Remodel

Studio McGee

Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, blue walls, a drop-in sink, white floor and grey benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue Walls and Multi-coloured Walls

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.