A bathroom is the one place in the house where our every day begins and comes to a close. It needs to be an intimate and sensual sanctuary inviting you to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate and this contemporary guest bathroom was designed to exude function, comfort, and sophistication in a tranquil private oasis. Photography: Craig Denis

High Rise Design

MA Custom Luxe Design

Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and brown floor.

Rough luxe farmhouse

At Home Design LLC

Luxurious master bath done in neutral tones and natural textures. Zen like harmony between tile,glass and stone make this an enviable retreat. 2010 A-List Award for Best Home Remodel

Traditional Cape Cod remodel

Studio 6 Architects

Master Bathroom
Photo of a large traditional master wet room bathroom in Orange County with subway tile, brown walls, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

ADM Bathroom Rectangular Freestanding Bathtub, White, 66.9" - SW-122L (67 x 28)

ADM Bathroom Inc

The SW-122S the smallest sized bathtub of its series with a modern rectangular and curved design . All of our bathtubs are made of durable white stone resin composite and available in a matte or glossy finish. This tub combines elegance, durability, and convenience with its high quality construction and chic modern design. This elegant, yet sharp and rectangular designed freestanding tub will surely be the center of attention and will add a contemporary touch to your new bathroom. Its height from drain to overflow will give plenty of space for an individual to enjoy a soothing and comfortable relaxing bathtub experience. The dip in the tubs base helps prevent you from sliding.

Downtown Brooklyn Loft

nC2 architecture llc

Inspiration for a large modern master bathroom in New York with a japanese tub, cement tile, dark hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an integrated sink and solid surface benchtops.

New Home Wayzata, MN '14

Lecy Bros Homes & Remodeling

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional bathroom in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a vessel sink.

Rustic Stone Wall Bathroom With Open Tub

Eldorado Stone

Stone: Moonlight - RoughCut RoughCut mimics limestone with its embedded, fossilized artifacts and roughly cleaved, pronounced face. Shaped for bold, traditional statements with clean contemporary lines, RoughCut ranges in heights from 2″ to 11″ and lengths from 2″ to over 18″. The color palettes contain blonds, russet, and cool grays. Get a Sample of RoughCut: https://shop.eldoradostone.com/products/rough-cut-sample

GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Mandeville Canyon Residence

Griffin Enright Architects

Contrasting materials in the master bathroom with a view from the shower.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, beige tile, dark hardwood floors, wood benchtops, stone tile, white walls and black benchtops.

Historic Preservation in Downtown Santa Barbara

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Bathroom.
Inspiration for a mediterranean bathroom in Santa Barbara with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink and brown floor.

denkmalgeschützte Jugendstilvilla

User

Photo of an expansive contemporary bathroom in Frankfurt with dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a pedestal sink and wood benchtops.

Harbor Ridge - Newport Coast

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

Custom straight-grain cedar sauna, custom straight oak cabinets with skirt back-lighting. 3-D tile vanity backsplash with wall mounted fixtures and LED mirrors. Light-projected shower plumbing box with custom glass. Pebble-inlaid and heated wood-tile flooring. Photo by Marcie Heitzmann

The Oaks Condo

Metamorphosis Studios, LLc

This bathroom, was the result of removing a center wall, two closets, two bathrooms, and reconfiguring part of a guest bedroom space to accommodate, a new powder room, a home office, one larger closet, and one very nice sized bathroom with a skylight and a wet room. The skylight adds so much ambiance and light to a windowless room. I love the way it illuminates this space, even at night the moonlight flows in.... I placed these fun little pendants in a dancing pose for a bit of whimsy and to echo the playfulness of the sink. We went with a herringbone tile on the walls and a modern leaf mosaic on the floor.

Tar Kiln Road

Weather Shield Windows & Doors

This is an example of a contemporary master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, brown tile, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a trough sink, brown floor and white benchtops.

Serrano Andalusian Master Bath

Delehant Design

Featuring marble countertops with undermount sinks, custom cabinetry, a spa-like bathing area features a freestanding tub, a fireplace and custom wrought iron lighting , this master bath nods to Spanish tradition, updated for modern California living. The inset tiled archway and barrel ceilings are additional unique architectural features.

Contemporary Bathroom

Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, white tile, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink, brown floor, an open shower and marble benchtops.

The Columbian - Modern Craftsman 2-Story in Camas, Washington

Cascade West Development

The Columbian - Modern Craftsman 2-Story in Camas, Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

Park Front Master Suite

WUNDERGROUND architecture + design

Photo of a modern master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Whister Bay Master Bath

Aspen Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in Seattle with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, dark hardwood floors and raised-panel cabinets.

Powder Rooms & Small Bath Ideas

Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center

Dan Cutrona Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Boston with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets and Dark Hardwood Floors

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.