Large contemporary master bathroom in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Pan Zen

Colossus Mfg.

Antique dresser turned tiled bathroom vanity has custom screen walls built to provide privacy between the multi green tiled shower and neutral colored and zen ensuite bedroom.

Brunswick Parlour

Mihaly Slocombe

Brunswick Parlour transforms a Victorian cottage into a hard-working, personalised home for a family of four. Our clients loved the character of their Brunswick terrace home, but not its inefficient floor plan and poor year-round thermal control. They didn't need more space, they just needed their space to work harder. The front bedrooms remain largely untouched, retaining their Victorian features and only introducing new cabinetry. Meanwhile, the main bedroom’s previously pokey en suite and wardrobe have been expanded, adorned with custom cabinetry and illuminated via a generous skylight. At the rear of the house, we reimagined the floor plan to establish shared spaces suited to the family’s lifestyle. Flanked by the dining and living rooms, the kitchen has been reoriented into a more efficient layout and features custom cabinetry that uses every available inch. In the dining room, the Swiss Army Knife of utility cabinets unfolds to reveal a laundry, more custom cabinetry, and a craft station with a retractable desk. Beautiful materiality throughout infuses the home with warmth and personality, featuring Blackbutt timber flooring and cabinetry, and selective pops of green and pink tones. The house now works hard in a thermal sense too. Insulation and glazing were updated to best practice standard, and we’ve introduced several temperature control tools. Hydronic heating installed throughout the house is complemented by an evaporative cooling system and operable skylight. The result is a lush, tactile home that increases the effectiveness of every existing inch to enhance daily life for our clients, proving that good design doesn’t need to add space to add value.

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Floors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble

Master Bath

Great Rooms Building Group

Inspiration for a large master bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and an enclosed toilet.

Green Ensuite

Bendigo Bathrooms

Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Other with brown cabinets, an open shower, green tile, ceramic tile, green walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, grey benchtops, a double vanity, flat-panel cabinets and a floating vanity.

Bathroom design and renovation

SZS Building Solutions Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian 3/4 bathroom in Surrey with brown cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, brown walls, cement tiles, a wall-mount sink, beige floor, a hinged shower door, a laundry, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wood walls.

Universally Designed Luxury Bath

Next Stage Design + Build

"Alexandrita" Quartzite from Bedrosians
Photo of a large modern master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an open shower, a bidet, green tile, stone slab, grey walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, green benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Ann Arbor Mother-in-Law Bathroom Remodel

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Ann Arbor homeowner was looking to remodel a bathroom for mother-in-law moving in. Merillat Masterpiece in Quarter Sawn Oak, Peppercorn finish. The countertops are Athena Granite, fixtures are in polished chrome, and the tile is all from Virginia Tile. The floor tile which looks like wood is Tabula Cenere 6x36 Rectified. It ties in beautifully with the soft brown tones in the shower of Stone Project Gold Falda Vein 12x24. The real show stopper here and focal point is the beautiful pepple accent running vertical to match with the floor - Random Cobbles Sterling MegaMix. The drop down bench on left makes it easy for Mom to maneuver in and out of the shower. Access - grab bars along the outside and inside shower walls provide needed assistance and serve also as towel racks.

Contemporary Urban Condo

Nistenhaus Design LLC

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Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in St Louis with louvered cabinets, brown cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a double vanity.

Marian Lane

Sand and Velvet Design

Design ideas for a beach style master bathroom in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, beige tile, limestone, limestone floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Oceanic Residence

Squire Development Group

Floor to ceiling tiling with black feature tile wrapping 3 walls and large format tiling on the floor and other walls.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Sunshine Coast with brown cabinets, cement tiles, a vessel sink, grey floor, an open shower, a freestanding tub, an open shower and black tile.

Perez Project Mission Viejo

Perimeter Tile Design

This Shower was tiled with an off white 12x24 on the two side walls and bathroom floor. The back wall and dam were accented with 18x30 gray tile and we used a 1/2x1/2 glass in the back of both shelves and 1x1 on the shower floor.

crystal contemporary remodel

harrison herbeck

Compact guest bath with shower was updated by painting the builder standard cabinet and using the same chrome hardware found through the home - we Increasing the height of the frameless shower enclosure and mirror over the sink to give this design its contemporary edge - the porcelain tile used for the flooring is also used on the walls of the shower. Terry Harrison

Ferndale Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, limestone floors, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'

LEIVARS

We are delighted to reveal our recent ‘House of Colour’ Barnes project. We had such fun designing a space that’s not just aesthetically playful and vibrant, but also functional and comfortable for a young family. We loved incorporating lively hues, bold patterns and luxurious textures. What a pleasure to have creative freedom designing interiors that reflect our client’s personality.

29th Place

AshtonForDesign LLC

This basement renovation received a major facelift and now it’s everyone’s favorite spot in the house! There is now a theater room, exercise space, and high-end bathroom with Art Deco tropical details throughout. A custom sectional can turn into a full bed when the ottomans are nestled into the corner, the custom wall of mirrors in the exercise room gives a grand appeal, while the bathroom in itself is a spa retreat.

Dexter Colonial (Midcentury Modern Remodel)

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Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Main Bathroom

Gold Beech Construction

Small contemporary master bathroom with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Full flat renovation in South Kensington

MAKING THE WORLD BEAUTIFUL

For this beautiful bathroom, we have used water-proof tadelakt plaster to cover walls and floor and combined a few square meters of exclusive handmade lava tiles that we brought all the way from Morocco. All colours blend in to create a warm and cosy atmosphere for the relaxing shower time.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Brown Cabinets and an Open 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.