Photo of a mediterranean bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, mosaic tile, beige walls, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Vetrina Lofts, NY

KES Studio

Interiors by SFA Design
Photo of an expansive contemporary master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a hot tub, a curbless shower, beige walls, vinyl floors, a drop-in sink, gray tile, white tile, stone slab, soapstone benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Bath

McClellan | Tellone

Mid-sized tropical master bathroom in Seattle with dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, limestone, beige walls, porcelain floors, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Hall Bathroom | Furlong, PA

Fascella Construction

Our hallway full bath renovation embodies a harmonious blend of functionality and style. With meticulous attention to detail, we've transformed this space into a sanctuary of modern comfort and convenience.

Proctor Marble and Granite - traditional work

Proctor Marble & Granite

Mid-sized mediterranean master bathroom in Nashville with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, gray tile, white tile, stone tile, yellow walls, concrete floors and soapstone benchtops.

Bathing Beauty

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

This contemporary master bath is as streamlined and efficient as it is elegant. Full panel porcelain shower walls and matching ceramic tile floors, Soapstone counter tops, and Basalt reconsituted veneer cabinetry by QCCI enhance the look. The only thing more beautiful is the view from the bathtub.

Grove Point Renovation

Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc

photo: Michael Biondo
This is an example of a transitional kids bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, white floor and a shower curtain.

North Boulder Contemporary Master Bathroom

Westward Foundry

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, limestone floors, a vessel sink and soapstone benchtops.

Farmhouse Master bathroom renovation

Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

Mid-sized country master bathroom in St Louis with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

Captiva House

K2 Design Group, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Miami with stone tile, a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls and soapstone benchtops.

Artisan Blue Bathroom

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

This Guest Bathroom has a small footprint and the shower was claustrophobic in size. We could not enlarge the bathroom, so we made changes that made it feel more open. By cutting down the shower wall and installing a glass panel, the shower now has a more open feeling. Through the glass panel you are able to see the pretty artisan blue tiles that coordinate with the penny round floor tiles. The vanity was only 18” deep, which restricted our sink options. We chose a natural soapstone countertop with a Corian oval sink. Rich walnut wood cabinetry, polished nickel plumbing and light fixtures add sparkle to the space.

Modern Craftsman

Sogno Design Group

Michele Lee Wilson
Mid-sized arts and crafts 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor and an open shower.

Rocky Mountain Log Homes -Timber Frames

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

Kibo Group of Missoula provided architectural services. Shannon Callaghan Interior Design of Missoula provided extensive consultative services during the project. The exposed beams, and log accents makes this bathroom the perfect place to soak the day away. Hamilton, MT

Rustic Cabin Bathroom

Modern Supply

Robert Schultz
This is an example of a small country 3/4 bathroom in New York with a vessel sink, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown walls and soapstone benchtops.

Meemos Farms

Gilberts Carpets Plus Color Tile

Large country master bathroom in Other with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner tub, beige tile, travertine, soapstone benchtops, an alcove shower, beige walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Collombatti Farm House Bathroom Renovation NSW 2440

The Renovation Broker

Contemporary farm house renovation.
Large contemporary master bathroom in Other with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, green benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a floating vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Chiseled Travertine Bathroom Top

Stone Creations

Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Guest Bathroom Shower | Complete Remodel | Sherman Oaks

Pure Builders Inc.

This shower with black and white marble floor tile is accented with gold brushed hardware, creating a timeless and classic design.
Photo of a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, marble, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Merideth Home

C Blake Homes Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, marble, white walls, ceramic floors, a pedestal sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

My Work

Shirey Home Pro

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, green walls, slate floors, a vessel sink and soapstone benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets and Soapstone Benchtops

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.