Bamboo vanity, quartz top. Geometric floor. penny tile shower floor, subway tile walls.
Photo of a small eclectic master bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, cement tile, porcelain floors, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Seattle's Tangletown Kitchen and Bath Remodel

Coast to Coast Design, LLC

For this master bathroom we removed the tub/shower combo and just went with a full shower. With a new custom shower and ample storage shelves. Coast to Coast Design, LLC

Newport - Traditional Master Bath

In the Deets

Traditional master bathroom remodel featuring a custom wooden vanity with single basin and makeup counter, high-end bronze plumbing fixtures, a porcelain, marble and glass custom walk-in shower, custom master closet with reclaimed wood barn door. photo by Exceptional Frames.

Bohemian Mountain Cottage

Guest Interiors, LLC

Design ideas for a country 3/4 bathroom in Charlotte with brown cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, brown floor, a hinged shower door, glass tile, marble benchtops, white benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

Bathroom Design & Renovation - South Berkeley

The Home Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Farmhouse Master Bathroom

Artistic Design And Remodeling

Light and Airy shiplap bathroom was the dream for this hard working couple. The goal was to totally re-create a space that was both beautiful, that made sense functionally and a place to remind the clients of their vacation time. A peaceful oasis. We knew we wanted to use tile that looks like shiplap. A cost effective way to create a timeless look. By cladding the entire tub shower wall it really looks more like real shiplap planked walls. The center point of the room is the new window and two new rustic beams. Centered in the beams is the rustic chandelier. Design by Signature Designs Kitchen Bath Contractor ADR Design & Remodel Photos by Gail Owens

Lower Level Guest Tub/Shower Combo

Orren Pickell Building Group

Photo of a large beach style kids bathroom in Milwaukee with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, beige benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Timeless Master Bath

Blackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello

Classic marble master bathroom by Blackdoor by Tamra Coviello. This light and bright bathroom is grounded by the dark espresso cabinets. The large rectangular mirror makes this small bathroom feel much bigger.

New Construction - Logan Plan

Bennett Builders

Inspiration for a transitional master bathroom in Cleveland with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and a niche.

Gardens Master Bath

Ranieri Construction LLC

White 3 x 12 subway tile with black grout, charcoal penny tile for the floor, Delta Vero Brilliance Stainless components and frameless, hinged door shower enclosure.

Industrial Mod | Bath Remodel

User

By Thrive Design Group
Photo of a mid-sized industrial master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and black floor.

Newport - Traditional Master Bath

In the Deets

Barefoot Beach, Bonita Spriings Guest Bath Renovation

Design Wonders By MaryAnn

Sheryl Swartzle
Photo of a mid-sized beach style 3/4 bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Zelko (Waypoint) Home Remodel

Zelmar Kitchen Designs & More, LLC

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Master and Powder Bathroom Remodel, Dana Point CA

OC Builders Group

Design ideas for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and panelled walls.

Folsom New construction guest bathroom design

Khoury Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and gray tile.

Arlington, VA Modern ADU

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Harrison Design
This is an example of a small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with furniture-like cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Farmhouse Master Bathroom

Artistic Design And Remodeling

South Shore Bathroom Remodel

Innovation Complete Construction

Mid-sized modern bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Olas

7th House Interiors

Photo of a small scandinavian master bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Brown Cabinets and an Alcove Shower

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.