Photo of a large transitional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, marble benchtops and an undermount sink.

Exclusive Alta San Rafael Hills

Gandia Design Build (Gandia Inc)

Large mediterranean master bathroom in Los Angeles with distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, blue floor, an open shower, white benchtops and beaded inset cabinets.

Quonset Renovation

MTM Woodworking & Design

Master Bath Ensuite Double Sinks, Vessel Sinks, Custom Reclaimed vanity, Custom Panneling
This is an example of a large midcentury master bathroom in Providence with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor and an open shower.

Bathroom in Blue

De Meza + Architecture

An Architect's bathroom added to the top floor of a beautiful home. Clean lines and cool colors are employed to create a perfect balance of soft and hard. Tile work and cabinetry provide great contrast and ground the space. Photographer: Dean Birinyi

Modern Home Palo Alto Retreat

suba | Suanne Bassett, Architect

Contractor: Jason Skinner of Bay Area Custom Homes. Photographer: Michele Lee Willson
This is an example of a mid-sized modern kids bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

BACHELOR PAD

Karyn Dismore Interiors

Another crazy transformation for us with this remodel. It used to be a coat closet with the tiniest toilet and pedestal sink on the other side. Knocking down the wall between the two gave us the real estate to create a nice linear shower and much more open toilet and vanity area. Perfect for right off the clients home office which can be used as an extra bedroom if needed. White beveled subway tile is married nicely with the black and white geometric tile and we think that'll be a relationship for life! The black industrial style shower system gives a nod to a more masculine vibe and the wall mounted faucet with the black vessel bowl sink and toilet is the ultimate touch!

Tower Power

Axis Mundi | Chicago

Sneak peek: Tower Power - high above the clouds in the windy city. Design: John Beckmann, with Hannah LaSota. Renderings: 3DS. © Axis Mundi Design LLC 2019

La Jolla Remodel

San Diego Bath & Tile

Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial 3/4 bathroom in San Diego with a one-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, gray tile, cement tile and multi-coloured floor.

Hyde Park VA Bathroom

Home Res-Q, Inc.

Who says a barrier-free shower has to look institutionalized? This shower is complete with chrome MEN fixtures, a 60" linear drain, Italian imported tile, and custom-made grab bars to complete this industrial bathroom.

Cedar Point Baths

the Design Studio, LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and wallpaper.

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!

Inverary White Transitional Lakehouse

Progressive Kitchens Inc.

Emilio Ciccarelli - TWOLITRE MEDIA
This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in Toronto with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls and dark hardwood floors.

Harlan Court | Finished Lower Level

The Bellepoint Company

Bradshaw Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Columbus with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, wood benchtops, a vessel sink, brown benchtops, an alcove shower, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

Catalano Residence

AP Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in Houston with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an undermount tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls and limestone floors.

Knotty Alder Bathroom Remodel

Marin Kitchen Works Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, wood-look tile, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Gladstone Master Bathroom

Casamia Interior Design

Mid-sized country master bathroom in Los Angeles with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, orange walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Malibu Beach Home- Woolsey Fire Rebuilt

Genoveve Serge Interior Design, CID # 6795

Master Bath with Kohler Margaux faucets & sink. Custom shell frame mirror. Custom built in vanity with light distress finish. Blue porcelain backsplash tile in a wave pattern has a ceramic look. Quartz countertop has gray veining.

Curbless Shower Full Home Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

For the renovation, we worked with the team including the builder, architect and of course the home owners to brightening the home with new windows, moving walls all the while keeping the over all scope and budget from not getting out of control. The master bathroom is clean and modern but we also keep the budget in mind and used luxury vinyl flooring with a custom tile detail where it meets with the shower. We decided to keep the front door and work into the new materials by adding rustic reclaimed wood on the staircase that we hand selected locally. The project required creativity throughout to maximize the design style but still respect the overall budget since it was a large scape project.

Martis Modern Farmhouse-Master Bath

ID3 Interior Design

Photo by Sinead Hastings-Tahoe Real Estate Photography
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.

Transitional Elegance Boy's Bathroom

John McClain Design

Elegant yet glamorous textural wallcovering is the best way to showcase this marble and gold leaf vanity. Gold accents throughout this small media bath. Stephen Allen Photography

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and a One-piece Toilet

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.