Jack London Photography
This is an example of a large master bathroom in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, limestone benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, ceramic tile, green walls and porcelain floors.

San Ramon

SUZANNE MYERS - ELITE INTERIOR DESIGN

Faux-finished, glazed walls accent an Italian marble floor, wrought iron Mediterranean-style light fixtures, Phylrich satin-gold faucets, Edgar Berebi cabinet hardware and elegant accessories.

Bathroom and mudroom addition

Ken Spears Construction

The clients needed a larger space for a bathroom and closet. They also wanted to move the laundry room upstairs from the basement. We added a room addition with a laundry / mud room, master bathroom with a wet room and enlarged the existing closet. We also removed the flat roof over the bedroom and added a pitched roof to match the existing. The color of the house is going to be changed from yellow to white siding. The tub and shower is in the same “wet room” with plenty of natural light into the room. White subway tile be on the walls. The laundry room sink was repurposed and refinished to be used here. New tile floor was also installed.

St. Andrews Napa CA Rebuild

Jane Ellison

This home in Napa off Silverado was rebuilt after burning down in the 2017 fires. Architect David Rulon, a former associate of Howard Backen, known for this Napa Valley industrial modern farmhouse style. Composed in mostly a neutral palette, the bones of this house are bathed in diffused natural light pouring in through the clerestory windows. Beautiful textures and the layering of pattern with a mix of materials add drama to a neutral backdrop. The homeowners are pleased with their open floor plan and fluid seating areas, which allow them to entertain large gatherings. The result is an engaging space, a personal sanctuary and a true reflection of it's owners' unique aesthetic. Inspirational features are metal fireplace surround and book cases as well as Beverage Bar shelving done by Wyatt Studio, painted inset style cabinets by Gamma, moroccan CLE tile backsplash and quartzite countertops.

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.

Karin Ross Designs and a bathroom remodel in Fairview

Karin Ross Designs

Karin Ross
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and grey 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!

Dauphine Street Renovation

MOSS KITCHENS

B Dudek
Mid-sized country master bathroom in New Orleans with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mirror tile, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

MASTER BATH DESIGN/REMODEL

Omega Construction and Design, Inc.

Greg Reigler
Mid-sized modern master bathroom in Other with distressed cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, pebble tile floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

1920's Dramatic Master

Vintage Bath

Custom floor pattern in Calacatta & Polished Bardiglio marble. Brass and Mirrored accessories provide added drama throughout the space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in San Diego with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, stone tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Rustic Modern Bathroom

Red Door Interiors

Country bathroom in Boise with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Clayton bath remodel

Erin Shaw Designs

This circa-1960's bath was water damaged and neglected for decades. To create a spa-lie, organic feel, we added a solar tube for gorgeous natural light, natural limestone and marble tiles, floating shelves and a glass enclosure. The aged brass fixtures bring the glam.

Shabby Chic Bathroom

User

Small traditional master bathroom in Phoenix with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Carmichael Remodel

Geoff Okarma Construction, Inc.

Geoff Okarma
Large traditional master bathroom in Sacramento with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and onyx benchtops.

Los Gatos Farmhouse

Ultimate Kitchen and Bath

Kim Thornton
Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, tile benchtops and an undermount sink.

Hollywood Hills Hideaway

Black Lacquer Design

Photo by Mary Costa
Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, black tile, cement tile, grey walls and concrete floors.

St. Andrews Napa CA Rebuild

Jane Ellison

Cedar Point Baths

the Design Studio, LLC

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.

Shelborne Estate

Next Generation Capital

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Sacramento with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, white tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Farmhouse Master Bath

Kathleen Donohue, Neil Kelly Co.

His vanity with large corner shower
Photo of an expansive country master bathroom in Portland with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a corner tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

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.