This ranch was a complete renovation! We took it down to the studs and redesigned the space for this young family. We opened up the main floor to create a large kitchen with two islands and seating for a crowd and a dining nook that looks out on the beautiful front yard. We created two seating areas, one for TV viewing and one for relaxing in front of the bar area. We added a new mudroom with lots of closed storage cabinets, a pantry with a sliding barn door and a powder room for guests. We raised the ceilings by a foot and added beams for definition of the spaces. We gave the whole home a unified feel using lots of white and grey throughout with pops of orange to keep it fun.

Tower Lakes Basement Renovation

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

Karen and Chad of Tower Lakes, IL were tired of their unfinished basement functioning as nothing more than a storage area and depressing gym. They wanted to increase the livable square footage of their home with a cohesive finished basement design, while incorporating space for the kids and adults to hang out. “We wanted to make sure that upon renovating the basement, that we can have a place where we can spend time and watch movies, but also entertain and showcase the wine collection that we have,” Karen said. After a long search comparing many different remodeling companies, Karen and Chad found Advance Design Studio. They were drawn towards the unique “Common Sense Remodeling” process that simplifies the renovation experience into predictable steps focused on customer satisfaction. “There are so many other design/build companies, who may not have transparency, or a focused process in mind and I think that is what separated Advance Design Studio from the rest,” Karen said. Karen loved how designer Claudia Pop was able to take very high-level concepts, “non-negotiable items” and implement them in the initial 3D drawings. Claudia and Project Manager DJ Yurik kept the couple in constant communication through the project. “Claudia was very receptive to the ideas we had, but she was also very good at infusing her own points and thoughts, she was very responsive, and we had an open line of communication,” Karen said. A very important part of the basement renovation for the couple was the home gym and sauna. The “high-end hotel” look and feel of the openly blended work out area is both highly functional and beautiful to look at. The home sauna gives them a place to relax after a long day of work or a tough workout. “The gym was a very important feature for us,” Karen said. “And I think (Advance Design) did a very great job in not only making the gym a functional area, but also an aesthetic point in our basement”. An extremely unique wow-factor in this basement is the walk in glass wine cellar that elegantly displays Karen and Chad’s extensive wine collection. Immediate access to the stunning wet bar accompanies the wine cellar to make this basement a popular spot for friends and family. The custom-built wine bar brings together two natural elements; Calacatta Vicenza Quartz and thick distressed Black Walnut. Sophisticated yet warm Graphite Dura Supreme cabinetry provides contrast to the soft beige walls and the Calacatta Gold backsplash. An undermount sink across from the bar in a matching Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop adds functionality and convenience to the bar, while identical distressed walnut floating shelves add an interesting design element and increased storage. Rich true brown Rustic Oak hardwood floors soften and warm the space drawing all the areas together. Across from the bar is a comfortable living area perfect for the family to sit down at a watch a movie. A full bath completes this finished basement with a spacious walk-in shower, Cocoa Brown Dura Supreme vanity with Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop, a crisp white sink and a stainless-steel Voss faucet. Advance Design’s Common Sense process gives clients the opportunity to walk through the basement renovation process one step at a time, in a completely predictable and controlled environment. “Everything was designed and built exactly how we envisioned it, and we are really enjoying it to it’s full potential,” Karen said. Constantly striving for customer satisfaction, Advance Design’s success is heavily reliant upon happy clients referring their friends and family. “We definitely will and have recommended Advance Design Studio to friends who are looking to embark on a remodeling project small or large,” Karen exclaimed at the completion of her project.

Art Deco Glamour Master Bathroom

Cypress Design Co.

Large transitional master bathroom in Providence with open cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a console sink, black floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Victorian Master Bath

User

This exquisite bathroom honors the historic nature of the Victorian style of this 1885 home while bringing in modern conveniences and finishes! Materials include custom Dura Supreme Cabinetry, black exposed shower plumbing fixtures by Strom and coordinating faucets and accessories (thank you Plumbers Supply Co.), and Daltile tile throughout.

Malibu Transitional Remodel

JRP Design & Remodel

This transitional style living space is a breath of fresh air, beginning with the open concept kitchen featuring cool white walls, bronze pendant lighting and classically elegant Calacatta Dorada Quartz countertops by Vadara. White frameless cabinets by DeWils continue the soothing, modern color palette, resulting in a kitchen that balances a rustic Spanish aesthetic with bright, modern finishes. Mission red cement tile flooring lends the space a pop of Southern California charm that flows into a stunning stairwell highlighted by terracotta tile accents that complement without overwhelming the ceiling architecture above. The bathroom is a soothing escape with relaxing white relief subway tiles offset by wooden skylights and rich accents. PROJECT DETAILS: Style: Transitional Tile/Backsplash: white relief subway Paint Colors: White Photographer: J.R. Maddox

Crocker Traditional

LITTRELL Architecture + Design

Kat Alves
Inspiration for a traditional 3/4 bathroom in Sacramento with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Osprey Landing

Josh Wynne Construction

Ryan Gamma
Inspiration for a large modern master bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a wall-mount toilet.

9th St

6degree Millwork

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, concrete floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Meadow Ridge Modern Remodel

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Nor-Son Custom Builders Alyssa Lee Photography
Expansive transitional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Mid-Century Master Bath

DiGiacomo Homes & Renovation

With no windows or natural light, we used a combination of artificial light, open space, and white walls to brighten this master bath remodel. Over the white, we layered a sophisticated palette of finishes that embrace color, pattern, and texture: 1) long hex accent tile in “lemongrass” gold from Walker Zanger (mounted vertically for a new take on mid-century aesthetics); 2) large format slate gray floor tile to ground the room; 3) textured 2X10 glossy white shower field tile (can’t resist touching it); 4) rich walnut wraps with heavy graining to define task areas; and 5) dirty blue accessories to provide contrast and interest. Photographer: Markert Photo, Inc.

Beach Home Bathroom and At Home Office

Sweet Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Huntington with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Blue moroccan tile bathroom

Christina Richardson Interiors

Design ideas for a small beach style 3/4 bathroom in Charleston with louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Ridgemont Residence

Hsu McCullough

Hinoki soaking tub with access to balcony overlooking canyon. Waterworks "Arroyo" tile in Shoal color were used at all wet wall locations. Photo by Clark Dugger

Southampton Village

Mariana Montesdeoca Design

One of the kids bathroom.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

Farmhouse Style - East Cobb

Robin LaMonte/Rooms Revamped

Galina Coada photography Farmhouse style guest bathroom. Removed the tub/shower combo and replaced everything in this small guest bathroom for visiting elderly parents. Easier access for bathing.

A Master Bathroom Stuck in ’92 Gets a 2017 Refresh

Medford Remodeling

Because the large tub was replaced with a smaller standard tub, both the shower and the room as a whole feel larger and more spacious. Our clients are always amazed at what a difference gaining just a few inches can make. The frameless glass shower contributes to the spacious and airy feel, while showcasing the beautiful tile detail, shampoo niche and bench inside the shower. What a stunning transformation from the small, dated, gold-framed shower that was there before! Our design also included installing a new high-quality air vent in the ceiling. The important feature of any bathroom air vent is that it can move enough CMF to turn air 4 times. This lowers the humidity in the room after hot showers, which helps you dry off more quickly. Photography by Todd Ramsey, Impressia

Before - Wallingford 1950's Bathroom Remodel

Bencar Building Systems, LLC

1950's bathroom original to the house received a beautiful facelift. Tile on walls and floor, new lighting and cabinetry Nancy Benson
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Bridgeport with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

APARTMENT R

User

Photocredits (c) Olivia Wimmer Sauna and shower
Photo of a mid-sized modern bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an open shower, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, with a sauna, laminate benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Master Bathroom

risa boyer architecture

Photo Credits: Aaron Leitz
Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in Portland with a hinged shower door, flat-panel cabinets, an undermount tub, white tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a corner shower, ceramic tile, porcelain floors and engineered quartz benchtops.

Palo Alto Modern High Tech Home

Design Loft Company

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, porcelain floors, brown floor, a hinged shower door and brown benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Ceramic Tile and a Hinged Shower Door

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.