A master bath renovation in a lake front home with a farmhouse vibe and easy to maintain finishes.
This is an example of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Chicago with distressed cabinets, white tile, marble benchtops, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, black floor, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, planked wall panelling, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets.

Master Bath Retreat

Eco Choice Interiors

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

Whole House Remodel: Pennington Hopewell, NJ

Rolf Schroeder General Contractors, Inc.

The sons inspiration he presented us what industrial factory. We sourced tile which resembled the look of an old brick factory which had been painted and the paint has begun to crackle and chip away from years of use. A custom industrial vanity was build on site with steel pipe and reclaimed rough sawn hemlock to look like an old work bench. We took old chain hooks and created a towel and robe hook board to keep the hardware accessories in continuity with the bathroom theme. We also chose Brizo's industrial inspired faucets because of the wheels, gears, and pivot points.

Industrial Bathroom

Inspiration for a large industrial master bathroom in Chicago with distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, an open shower, white benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

Irwin Farmhouse

Irwin Construction, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country kids bathroom in Dallas with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Pacific Northwest Tudor

Heidi Caillier Design

Haris Kenjar
This is an example of a traditional bathroom in Seattle with distressed cabinets, grey walls, an undermount sink, white benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

Carlsbad Spa Bath

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

"Kerry Taylor was professional and courteous from our first meeting forwards. We took a long time to decide on our final design but Kerry and his design team were patient and respectful and waited until we were ready to move forward. There was never a sense of being pushed into anything we didn’t like. They listened, carefully considered our requests and delivered an awesome plan for our new bathroom. Kerry also broke down everything so that we could consider several alternatives for features and finishes and was mindful to stay within our budget. He accommodated some on-the-fly changes, after construction was underway and suggested effective solutions for any unforeseen problems that arose. Having construction done in close proximity to our master bedroom was a challenge but the excellent crew TaylorPro had on our job made it relatively painless: courteous and polite, arrived on time daily, worked hard, pretty much nonstop and cleaned up every day before leaving. If there were any delays, Kerry made sure to communicate with us quickly and was always available to talk when we had concerns or questions." This Carlsbad couple yearned for a generous master bath that included a big soaking tub, double vanity, water closet, large walk-in shower, and walk in closet. Unfortunately, their current master bathroom was only 6'x12'. Our design team went to work and came up with a solution to push the back wall into an unused 2nd floor vaulted space in the garage, and further expand the new master bath footprint into two existing closet areas. These inventive expansions made it possible for their luxurious master bath dreams to come true. Just goes to show that, with TaylorPro Design & Remodeling, fitting a square peg in a round hole could be possible! Photos by: Jon Upson

Rabbit Ridge Farm - Log Cabin Master Bath, Dressing Room & Laundry Room

Suzanne MacCrone Rogers

Renovation of a master bath suite, dressing room and laundry room in a log cabin farm house. Project involved expanding the space to almost three times the original square footage, which resulted in the attractive exterior rock wall becoming a feature interior wall in the bathroom, accenting the stunning copper soaking bathtub. A two tone brick floor in a herringbone pattern compliments the variations of color on the interior rock and log walls. A large picture window near the copper bathtub allows for an unrestricted view to the farmland. The walk in shower walls are porcelain tiles and the floor and seat in the shower are finished with tumbled glass mosaic penny tile. His and hers vanities feature soapstone counters and open shelving for storage. Concrete framed mirrors are set above each vanity and the hand blown glass and concrete pendants compliment one another. Interior Design & Photo ©Suzanne MacCrone Rogers Architectural Design - Robert C. Beeland, AIA, NCARB

The Robin | Downtown Naperville, IL

DJK Custom Homes

DJK Custom Homes, Inc.
Photo of a 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.

Lake House Retreat

Elite Concepts

This master bedroom suite was designed and executed for our client’s vacation home. It offers a rustic, contemporary feel that fits right in with lake house living. Open to the master bedroom with views of the lake, we used warm rustic wood cabinetry, an expansive mirror with arched stone surround and a neutral quartz countertop to compliment the natural feel of the home. The walk-in, frameless glass shower features a stone floor, quartz topped shower seat and niches, with oil rubbed bronze fixtures. The bedroom was outfitted with a natural stone fireplace mirroring the stone used in the bathroom and includes a rustic wood mantle. To add interest to the bedroom ceiling a tray was added and fit with rustic wood planks.

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!

Ptarmigan Ranch Log Home

Mountain Log Homes of CO, Inc.

Mid-sized country master bathroom in Denver with a freestanding tub, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, beige tile, brown tile, glass tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, beige floor and black benchtops.

Sophisticated Bathroom Elements

Reclaimed Wood San Diego

Client Reclaimed Douglas Fir wall
This is an example of a small country 3/4 bathroom in San Diego with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink and solid surface benchtops.

Shower

R|House Design Build

Inspiration for 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.

Monochromatic Master Reno

Refined House, LLC

Mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Stowe, Vermont Traditional Country Home

Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.

Country master bathroom in Burlington with an undermount sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a wall-mount toilet and white walls.

Lakehouse En Suite

All About You - Ann & Angelo Cane

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Orlando with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, brown benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

1854 Farmhouse Transformation

La Bella Casa Interior Designs

By installing a shed dormer we gained significant head clearance as well as square footage to have this beautiful walk in shower added in place of a smaller tub with no clearance.

Bathroom Design & Renovation - Listing Preparation

The Home Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, green tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bridgeport

Daniel Rodriguez Photography

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a sliding shower screen, black benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, timber and wallpaper.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and an Undermount 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.