Guest Bath: Stained rustic knotty alder cabinetry blends with the perfect granite choice. Lantern sconces add to the charming rustic mood.
Photo of a large country kids bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, stone tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Our Work

a423 architecture & design, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial 3/4 bathroom in Philadelphia with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, white walls, a wall-mount sink and granite benchtops.

French Country

CKC Custom Homes

Mid-sized master bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and multi-coloured benchtops.

Master Bathroom with His and Hers Separate Vanities

Turnberry Construction Group

Jeffery C. Hogue Photography
This is an example of a large traditional master bathroom in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile and beige walls.

Dayton Master Bath Remodel

Details Design and Staging

This bath hadn't been updated since the home was built in 1967. The room was gutted and the only thing salvaged was the original vanity, which was reworked to included two drawers and a pop-out drawer under each sink, as well as an open area in the center for a basket. A hutch was added up the center and mirrors to the ceiling. Stunning light sconces were added on each side of the right hand sink for makeup application. New floor tile was laid in a unique pattern and glass tile was used in the combo tub/shower area. A new granite countertop, undermount sinks, and a sleek tub round out the new fixtures. The door originally opened inward to the space and was hinged on the left, obstructing access to the closet behind in the eave. Demolition included removing the mildly functional closet and the door into the bathroom from the bedroom was hinged from the right and now swings into the bedroom. The changes not only refreshed the room aesthetically but provided more functionality and more light to flow into and bounce around the room.

Lynbar Hall Batrhoom

Before and After Builders, Inc.

Furniture style vanity with granite countertop, undermount sink, and Kohler 8" spread faucet. American Standard toilet. Octagonal floor tile with grey dot, 3x6 porcelain wall tile.

Ocean Ridge Home

Castle Florida Building Corp.

Inspiration for a country 3/4 bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a corner tub, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, stone slab, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Wayne

Joan Conroy Interiors Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial master bathroom in Philadelphia with distressed cabinets, an open shower, beige walls, a drop-in sink and granite benchtops.

North Oaks - Traditional New Home

Michels Homes

Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, green walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Farmhouse Rustic Powder Room

Strimpfel Cabinets & Remodeling

Jessica Strimpfel
Small country bathroom in Charleston with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Custom Faux Pigmented Plaster finish for a Powder Room

SG Decorative Painting and Murals

Small traditional bathroom in Charleston with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls and ceramic floors.

Walz Residence

New West Partners

Inspiration for a mid-sized country master bathroom in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, beige walls, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

His and Hers Master Bathroom Vanity

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

Design ideas for a small transitional master bathroom in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, brown tile, mosaic tile, white walls and ceramic floors.

Brea Steam Shower w/Oval Spa Tub w/coffee bar & walk in closet

Dreamworks Remodeling

Lester O'Malley
Photo of an expansive traditional master bathroom in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Rugged Ranch House Bathroom

Fiorito Interior Design

When a large family renovated a home nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz mountains, all bathrooms received dazzling upgrades, but in a family of three boys and only one girl, the boys must have their own space. This rustic styled bathroom feels like it is part of a fun bunkhouse in the West. We used a beautiful bleached oak for a vanity that sits on top of a multi colored pebbled floor. The swirling iridescent granite counter top looks like a mineral vein one might see in the mountains of Wyoming. We used a rusted-look porcelain tile in the shower for added earthy texture. Black plumbing fixtures and a urinal—a request from all the boys in the family—make this the ultimate rough and tumble rugged bathroom. Photos by: Bernardo Grijalva

The Reclaimed Sanctuary

Mantis Design + Build, LLC

Photography by Paul Linnebach
Inspiration for a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, brown tile, white walls, dark hardwood floors, granite benchtops, a one-piece toilet, an undermount sink, brown floor, a hinged shower door and ceramic tile.

custom wall organizer

Gilbert Design Group

Custom Iron framed weathered wood planks creates interesting and functional wall decor in Master Bath.
Photo of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Orange County with distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, dark hardwood floors and granite benchtops.

Creek Lane Ski-In Ski-Out Remodel

Menendez Architects PC

The master bathroom configuration remained as existed but the finishes and fixtures were replaced to complement the new contemporary mountain chalet. The sit-down make-up vanity serves to create his and hers zones at the vanity. Photography: Emily Minton Redfield

Two Full Bathroom remodel - San Jose

Sami And Sons Remodeling

Guest bathroom
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with louvered cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Lebanon Cottage Bathroom

Birch Tree Design & Remodeling

Inspiration for a mid-sized country master bathroom in Bridgeport with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, green walls, wood-look tile, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, a shower curtain, black benchtops, a laundry, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and Granite Benchtops

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.