Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, marble benchtops, stone tile, brown walls and limestone floors.

Master Retreat

SCF Architecture, LLC

Our owners were looking to upgrade their master bedroom into a hotel-like oasis away from the world with a rustic "ski lodge" feel. The bathroom was gutted, we added some square footage from a closet next door and created a vaulted, spa-like bathroom space with a feature soaking tub. We connected the bedroom to the sitting space beyond to make sure both rooms were able to be used and work together. Added some beams to dress up the ceilings along with a new more modern soffit ceiling complete with an industrial style ceiling fan. The master bed will be positioned at the actual reclaimed barn-wood wall...The gas fireplace is see-through to the sitting area and ties the large space together with a warm accent. This wall is coated in a beautiful venetian plaster. Also included 2 walk-in closet spaces (being fitted with closet systems) and an exercise room. Pros that worked on the project included: Holly Nase Interiors, S & D Renovations (who coordinated all of the construction), Agentis Kitchen & Bath, Veneshe Master Venetian Plastering, Stoves & Stuff Fireplaces

Sustainable Showcase- Home Remodel

McCutcheon Construction Inc.

The master suite has double sink vanity. Project designer: Sherry Williamson Architect: Andrew Mann Architecture Landscape Architect: Scott Lewis Landscape Architecture David Wakely Photography

Waverly

Marianne Jones LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Detroit with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, brown walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and multi-coloured floor.

Urban Loft Bathroom

DEZINE INC

Small modern 3/4 bathroom in Houston with an open shower, brown tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, open cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, ceramic tile and brown walls.

French Provincial Stone House in Harrison, NY

JBMP Architecture and Interior Design

Inspiration for a traditional master bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an undermount sink and brown walls.

Deep River Estate

Sally Scott Interior Designer

The master suite continues into the master bathroom. This space had a cosmetic improvement with the painting of existing cabinetry, paneling the face of the soaking tub, the addition of wallpaper and window treatments.

Northgate master bath

Karen Ellentuck. ASID

This room was added to the upper level of the home as a north facing dormer. A repurposed claw-foot tub and a buffet was used as the basis for the vanity to which we added additional cabinetry on the left side to fill in the space. A wood plank porcelain tile was used for the flooring and taken into the curbless steam shower. A bench was created for the steam shower and as a shelf adjacent to the tub for use by the bather. The blue accent tile color was repeated on the underside of the tub and on the adjacent wall as an accent. It was also used in the separate toilet room on the wall. A custom rubbed painted finish was used on all the cabinetry. Hudson Valley sconces were used.

Highland Beach Bathroom Remodel

East Coast Construction Group, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Miami with dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, stone tile, brown walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

The Skyland Custom Home

Patrick Schmitt, designer Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Kristins home Alamo

Showcase Your Place

Photo of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, brown walls, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door.

The New Traditional

Blue Heron Signature Homes

Designed and built by Terramor Homes in Raleigh, NC. In continuing the retreat feel, the goal in the master bath was to achieve a spa like feel. Inspired to incorporate the spa together with the tone of the rest of the home, the main focal element was a gorgeous free standing oval tub centered in the room under the vault of the ceiling and an 8 foot tall and 5 foot wide casement window that overlooks the river and greenway area behind the home. Directly across, the 6 foot by 6 foot full glass and glass tile was located- sharing the view out of the large windows. Flanking the tub are the adult height cabinets with large square legs and a shelf underneath, similar to the spa look that is expected. A full height cabinet pantry was added to encourage storage or rolled towels, bathing accessories and additional storage as well. The entire room was finished with a chocolate brown, 18” x 12” tile, laid in a brick pattern and continued up the walls for the consistent and clean look. Centered in the vault, a large, linen drum pendant with chrome trim drops- bringing elegance to the space. Small shelves were built at the bottom of each side of the vaulted ceiling to house the LED lighting that shines up the vaults of the ceiling, again replicating natural day light at any time of day. The final result of this master bath was exactly as we had set out to achieve- a peaceful and relaxing retreat right inside our home. Photography: M. Eric Honeycutt

Casa Zaragoza

Total Solutions Group

Taryn Meeks
Photo of a small mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Orlando with an undermount sink, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, furniture-like cabinets, granite benchtops, beige tile, ceramic tile, brown walls, ceramic floors and dark wood cabinets.

Mercia

McCullough Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, brown walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Ванная

Анастасия Погорелая | студия дизайна NP INTERIORS

This is an example of a small master bathroom in Other with white cabinets, an undermount tub, a wall-mount toilet, brown tile, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, a laundry, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Beautiful Tree House

Liz Mearns | Imagine Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Copper Creek Drive

User

Master Bathroom that revolves around the steam shower in the center.
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Master Retreat

SCF Architecture, LLC

Upscale Transitional

Arjay Builders Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Omaha with brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, beige floor, a hinged shower door, porcelain tile, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, beige tile and granite benchtops.

Craftsman remodel San Diego

Joe Barbano Architect

Mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, brown walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and limestone benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Brown Walls and an Undermount 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.