Interiors: Marcia Leach Design Cabinetry: Barber Cabinet Company Contractor: Andrew Thompson Construction Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com

Museum Way Townhome

Haus of Blaylock | Award-Winning Designer

Inspired by French country design, this half bath is beautifully designed with custom ornate cabinetry and granite countertops. The wall art reflects the baroque French design.

My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio

Adrienne DeRosa

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. One of the most recent renovations is the guest bathroom, located on the first floor. Complete with a standing shower, the room successfully incorporates elements of various styles toward a harmonious end. The vanity was a cabinet from Arhaus Furniture that was used for a store staging. Raymond and Jennifer purchased the marble top and put it on themselves. Jennifer had the lighting made by a husband-and-wife team that she found on Instagram. "Because social media is a great tool, it is also helpful to support small businesses. With just a little hash tagging and the right people to follow, you can find the most amazing things," she says. Lighting: Triple 7 Recycled Co.; sink & taps: Kohler Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

Master Bathroom

Peace Design

This is an example of a country bathroom in Other with an integrated sink, distressed cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, medium hardwood floors and marble benchtops.

Traditional Bathroom

Traditional bathroom in Other with an undermount sink and distressed cabinets.

Hockaday Whole House Renovation

Alair Homes Plano

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

Classic Kitchen Design & Bathroom

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in Denver with furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Cutchogue Interior Remodel

G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.

Complete bathroom remodel - The bathroom was completely gutted to studs. A curb-less stall shower was added with a glass panel instead of a shower door. This creates a barrier free space maintaining the light and airy feel of the complete interior remodel. The fireclay tile is recessed into the wall allowing for a clean finish without the need for bull nose tile. The light finishes are grounded with a wood vanity and then all tied together with oil rubbed bronze faucets.

Penthouse Industrial Loft

JAB Design Group

Main bath with custom shower doors, vanity, and mirrors. Heated floors and toto smart toilet.
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a double shower, a bidet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wood.

Gorgeous Open Floor Plan Cottage in Los Gatos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a floating vanity and vaulted.

Malibu Residential

California Woodworking, Inc.

This bathroom maximizes the coastal feel with beautifully distressed cabinet doors.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, blue tile, glass tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Coastal Family Residence

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

Mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Devon with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, onyx benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, brown benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, recessed and wallpaper.

Cornelius primary bathroom remodel

Collaborative Interior Design

Mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Charlotte with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Pool House Bathroom

Boyce Design + Build

The spa like bathroom is a calming retreat after a day at the lake.
This is an example of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with distressed cabinets, a one-piece toilet, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, louvered cabinets, beige tile, white walls, porcelain tile, engineered quartz benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

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.

The Downing

Yankee Barn Homes

Guest Bath. Jason Bleecher Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Burlington with distressed cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, travertine, grey walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, zinc benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Reclaimed Pine and Concrete Bathroom

Ocino, Inc

Stephen L
This is an example of a small arts and crafts 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, concrete benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Spice - Oak Beach - Far North Queensland

bàlay Vandyke

indoor- outdoor bathroom, teak ceiling, undulating render finish
This is an example of a tropical 3/4 bathroom in Cairns with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an open shower, white walls, grey floor and an open shower.

Park Ave Modern

Natural Instincts Interior Design

Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Rustic Guest Bath

Schanstra Design Group

Tasked to update the "playroom bath", this space was made to look like part of the medieval castle theme that is just outside the door - complete with murals of knights and princesses and the homeowners' childrens' portraits incorporated in the scene. With rustic finishes, warm tones, and a "cavelike" effect in the shower, the goal was achieved.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets

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.