Our clients came to us because they were tired of looking at the side of their neighbor’s house from their master bedroom window! Their 1959 Dallas home had worked great for them for years, but it was time for an update and reconfiguration to make it more functional for their family. They were looking to open up their dark and choppy space to bring in as much natural light as possible in both the bedroom and bathroom. They knew they would need to reconfigure the master bathroom and bedroom to make this happen. They were thinking the current bedroom would become the bathroom, but they weren’t sure where everything else would go. This is where we came in! Our designers were able to create their new floorplan and show them a 3D rendering of exactly what the new spaces would look like. The space that used to be the master bedroom now consists of the hallway into their new master suite, which includes a new large walk-in closet where the washer and dryer are now located. From there, the space flows into their new beautiful, contemporary bathroom. They decided that a bathtub wasn’t important to them but a large double shower was! So, the new shower became the focal point of the bathroom. The new shower has contemporary Marine Bone Electra cement hexagon tiles and brushed bronze hardware. A large bench, hidden storage, and a rain shower head were must-have features. Pure Snow glass tile was installed on the two side walls while Carrara Marble Bianco hexagon mosaic tile was installed for the shower floor. For the main bathroom floor, we installed a simple Yosemite tile in matte silver. The new Bellmont cabinets, painted naval, are complemented by the Greylac marble countertop and the Brainerd champagne bronze arched cabinet pulls. The rest of the hardware, including the faucet, towel rods, towel rings, and robe hooks, are Delta Faucet Trinsic, in a classic champagne bronze finish. To finish it off, three 14” Classic Possini Euro Ludlow wall sconces in burnished brass were installed between each sheet mirror above the vanity. In the space that used to be the master bathroom, all of the furr downs were removed. We replaced the existing window with three large windows, opening up the view to the backyard. We also added a new door opening up into the main living room, which was totally closed off before. Our clients absolutely love their cool, bright, contemporary bathroom, as well as the new wall of windows in their master bedroom, where they are now able to enjoy their beautiful backyard!

Hi-Hat House

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

Photo of a midcentury master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, cement tile, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and a drop-in sink.

Bathroom Remodel - Marina Del Rey, CA

Concierge Home Remodeling

With navy colored tiles and a coastal design, this bathroom remodel located in Marina Del Rey, California truly captures the essence of a beach oasis. You can almost feel the fresh ocean breeze as you enter the room, with navy blue tones creating an inviting atmosphere that enables you to relax in your own home. With thoughtful planning and attention to detail, this bathroom remodel will transform any space into a calming retreat, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

Spanish Modern Bathroom resort style

Savvy Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, white tile, cement tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor and an open shower.

Newport Beach - Ocean Front

Legacy CDM Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, white tile, cement tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor and an open shower.

Fresh Pattern Bath

Mend

Laure Joliet
Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, concrete floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

CEDAR COTTAGE - PHELAN DADU

CAST architecture

Small contemporary bathroom in Seattle with blue tile, cement tile, a single vanity and vaulted.

Vestavia Hills Guest Bath

Alima Deneke Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized kids bathroom in Birmingham with flat-panel cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Finely plastered walls in a Hill Country home

Paper Moon Painting

We plastered the walls and ceilings throughout this expansive Hill Country home for Baxter Design Group. The plastering and the custom stained beams and woodwork throughout give this home an authentic Old World vibe. Guest Bathroom featuring blue and white tile and plaster walls.

minimalist modern baths in a traditional sf residence

building Lab, inc.

A large window of edged glass brings in diffused light without sacrificing privacy. Two tall medicine cabinets hover in front are actually hung from the header. Long skylight directly above the counter fills the room with natural light. A wide ribbon of shimmery blue terrazzo tiles flows from the back wall of the tub, across the floor, and up the back of the wall hung toilet on the opposite side of the room. Bax+Towner photography

Glen Park Remodel

McElroy Architecture, AIA

photo by Melissa Kaseman
Photo of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Monterey Kitchen & Bathrooms

HDR Remodeling Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Sebastopol Hillside

Amy A. Alper, Architect

Eric Rorer Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, terrazzo benchtops and a shower curtain.

Family House in North London

VORBILD Architecture

The Family Bathroom has been created by joining up the previous Bathroom and separate WC. The latter has been transformed into a walk-in shower. Handmade hexagon shaped floor tiles make this room into a traditional bathroom. The white metro tiles on the walls compliment toe traditional polished chrome sanitaryware fittings. The walk in shower has tiled shelves and an exposed shower head. Photography by Chris Snook

Ronald McDonald House of Long Island, Showhouse Project Design

Mehditash Design

Painted Headboard wall in Ronald McDonald Showhouse - Design by Jennifer Mehditash. Tiles, custom made via Filmore Clark. Brizo faucets. Stacey van Berkel Photography, Mehditash Design, Raina Kattelson styling

Larchmont, NY

color theory Boston

Michael J Lee
Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in New York with an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, a wall-mount sink, blue floor and a hinged shower door.

Joel's Master Bathroom

Brickhouse Kitchens and Baths

Victoria Herr Photography
Design ideas for a large eclectic master bathroom in Baltimore with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, blue walls, marble floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Modern Bathroom

Mid-sized modern master bathroom in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls and concrete floors.

Moulin Joly -11ème

Architecte d'intérieur - Marion Dériot

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Paris with a curbless shower, blue tile, cement tile, ceramic floors, solid surface benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a hinged shower door and a trough sink.

Modern Farmhouse in Boulder

Factor Design Build

Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, gray tile, cement tile, white walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue Tile and Cement Tile

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.