Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in Boston with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, slate, grey walls, slate floors, a trough sink, wood benchtops, black floor and a hinged shower door.

Old Town Bathroom

Remcon Design Build

Large country master bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink and solid surface benchtops.

Master Bath Retreat

Eco Choice Interiors

BAC Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Atlanta with subway tile, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, gray tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, a corner shower and marble benchtops.

Gig Harbor Master Bath

H. Bero Interiors

Jon + Moch Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Seattle with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Stapleton Farmhouse Contemporary Bathroom

TVL Creative Ltd.

This master bathroom renovation transforms a builder-grade standard into a personalized retreat for our lovely Stapleton clients. Recognizing a need for change, our clients called on us to help develop a space that would capture their aesthetic loves and foster relaxation. Our design focused on establishing an airy and grounded feel by pairing various shades of white, natural wood, and dynamic textures. We replaced the existing ceramic floor tile with wood-look porcelain tile for a warm and inviting look throughout the space. We then paired this with a reclaimed apothecary vanity from Restoration Hardware. This vanity is coupled with a bright Caesarstone countertop and warm bronze faucets from Delta to create a strikingly handsome balance. The vanity mirrors are custom-sized and trimmed with a coordinating bronze frame. Elegant wall sconces dance between the dark vanity mirrors and bright white full height mirrors flanking the bathtub. The tub itself is an oversized freestanding bathtub paired with a tall bronze tub filler. We've created a feature wall with Tile Bar's Billowy Clouds ceramic tile floor to ceiling behind the tub. The wave-like movement of the tiles offers a dramatic texture in a pure white field. We removed the existing shower and extended its depth to create a large new shower. The walls are tiled with a large format high gloss white tile. The shower floor is tiled with marble circles in varying sizes that offer a playful aesthetic in an otherwise minimalist space. We love this pure, airy retreat and are thrilled that our clients get to enjoy it for many years to come!

Nazareth Master Bathroom

Jarrett Design

A former client came to us to renovate her cramped master bathroom into a serene, spa-like setting. Armed with an inspiration photo from a magazine, we set out and commissioned a local, custom furniture maker to produce the cabinetry. The hand-distressed reclaimed wormy chestnut vanities and linen closet bring warmth to the space while the painted shiplap and white glass countertops brighten it up. Handmade subway tiles welcome you into the bright shower and wood-look porcelain tile offers a practical flooring solution that still softens the space. It’s not hard to imagine yourself soaking in the deep freestanding tub letting your troubles melt away. Matt Villano Photography

NW Spanish-Whole Home Remodel

Adapt Interior Design

Floor & Niche: Zia Tile Zellige Glacier Blue Shower Walls: Zia Tile Zellige Pure White Fixtures: Kholer Artifacts Line Heated Towel Bar: ICO Tuzio
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

NW Spanish-Whole Home Remodel

Adapt Interior Design

Hyde Park Bathroom Refresh

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Cincinnati with a curbless shower, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, engineered quartz benchtops and black benchtops.

Martis Modern Farmhouse-Master Bath

ID3 Interior Design

Photo by Sinead Hastings-Tahoe Real Estate Photography
Photo of a large country master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Stapleton Farmhouse Contemporary Bathroom

TVL Creative Ltd.

Native Trails trough sink and copper mirrors

Black Mtn. Design

Sheila Jorgensen
Small country master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, stone tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, engineered quartz benchtops and a trough sink.

Logan Square Master Bathroom Addition

Core Remodel LLC

Core Remodel was contacted by the new owners of this single family home in Logan Square after they hired another general contractor to remodel their kitchen. Unfortunately, the original GC didn't finish the job and the owners were waiting over 6 months for work to commence - and expecting a newborn baby, living with their parents temporarily and needed a working and functional master bathroom to move back home. Core Remodel was able to come in and make the necessary changes to get this job moving along and completed with very little to work with. The new plumbing and electrical had to be completely redone as there was lots of mechanical errors from the old GC. The existing space had no master bathroom on the second floor, so this was an addition - not a typical remodel. The job was eventually completed and the owners were thrilled with the quality of work, timeliness and constant communication. This was one of our favorite jobs to see how happy the clients were after the job was completed. The owners are amazing and continue to give Core Remodel glowing reviews and referrals. Additionally, the owners had a very clear vision for what they wanted and we were able to complete the job while working with the owners!

Master Bath 3D Concept

RM Interior Concepts

Design ideas for a large country master bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Bentonville Home

Homes of Distinction, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor and black benchtops.

Stone Farmhouse Master Bathroom in Montecito, CA

Santa Barbara Home Design

Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.

The Robin | Downtown Naperville, IL

DJK Custom Homes

DJK Custom Homes, Inc.
Large country master wet room bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Farmhouse Bathroom

This is an example of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Mon truc en plume

Rénow

sabine serrade
Photo of a large eclectic master bathroom in Lyon with a vessel sink, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a freestanding tub and flat-panel cabinets.

Romantic Manor

Adelene Keeler Smith Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Other with a freestanding tub, an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, limestone benchtops, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, stone tile, beige walls, travertine floors, brown tile and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and a Freestanding Tub

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.