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!

San Martin: Refreshed Rustic Primary

Silva Custom Construction, Inc.

Photo of a country wet room bathroom in San Francisco with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a claw-foot tub, white tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Modern Farmhouse

Revolve Design-Build

Photo of a small country 3/4 bathroom in Denver with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, brown floor and brown benchtops.

Modern Shoreline Colonial

Wadia Associates

This is an example of a mid-sized country master bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, beige walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops and beige floor.

Sleek modern master bathroom

Skydell Contracting Inc.

Red Ranch Studio photography
Large modern master wet room bathroom in New York with a two-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

French Country

Integrity Luxury Homes

Design ideas for a country master bathroom in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink and solid surface benchtops.

Sweet Cottage Kitchen & Bath in Barrington

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath. Joe Nowak

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.

Tiny Mountain Cabin

Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC

The design of the cabin began with the client’s discovery of an old mirror which had once been part of a hall tree. Painted In a rustic white finish, the orange pine walls of the cabin were painted by the homeowners on hand using a sock and rubbing paint with a light hand so that the knots would show clearly and you would achieve the look of a lime-washed wall. A custom vanity was fashioned to match the details on the antique mirror and a textured iron vessel sink sits atop. Polished nickel faucets, cast iron tub, and old fashioned toilet are from Herbeau. The antique French Iron bed was located on line and brought in from California. The peeling paint shows the layers of age with French blue, white and rust tones peeking through. An iron chandelier adorned with Strauss crystal and created by Schonbek hangs from the ceiling and matching sconces are fastened into the mirror. Designed by Melodie Durham of Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC. Photo by Livengood Photographs [www.livengoodphotographs.com/design].

#casacancado Hallway Bathroom

Made by Patchi

Design ideas for a small contemporary kids bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, cement tiles, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a sliding shower screen, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

French Country Master Bathroom

Nsight Kitchen and Bath Design

Fully remodeled master bathroom was reimaged to fit the lifestyle and personality of the client. Complete with a full-sized freestanding bathtub, customer vanity, wall mounted fixtures and standalone shower.

Harmony Township

Robin Johnson Interiors

Margaret Wright
This is an example of a country 3/4 bathroom in Charleston with a corner shower, subway tile, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, brown benchtops, distressed cabinets and brown tile.

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.

Historic Whole House Renovation - Guest Bath

Alair Homes Decatur

Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in Atlanta with a vessel sink, distressed cabinets, white tile, subway tile and a shower curtain.

Carpinteria Duplex Remodel

Santa Barbara Builders

Design ideas for a small mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Santa Barbara with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops and brown floor.

La casa nelle vigne

Architetto Laura Cavalli

Arch. Laura Cavalli
This is an example of a small eclectic 3/4 bathroom in Milan with distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink and wood benchtops.

Spanish Mediterranean Masterpiece | Cherry Hills Village Buell Mansion Colorado

Rachel Betz Luxury Real Estate Design/Development

Fabulous master bathroom suite with mix of rustic and traditional touches. Stone sink, glass countertop, huge mirrors, wall mount faucets, travertine stone floors, sconces.

Ski Slope

High Camp Home

Country bathroom in Sacramento with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, beige walls, distressed cabinets, brown tile and slate.

Joesler Interior Renovation

hazelbaker rush

Inspiration for a country bathroom in Phoenix with distressed cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtops.

Quonset Renovation

MTM Woodworking & Design

2nd Bathroom Double Sinks, Vessel Sinks, Custom Reclaimed vanity, Custom Panneling
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts bathroom in Providence with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, porcelain tile, black walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, black floor and an open shower.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and a Vessel Sink

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.