An Architect's bathroom added to the top floor of a beautiful home. Clean lines and cool colors are employed to create a perfect balance of soft and hard. Tile work and cabinetry provide great contrast and ground the space. Photographer: Dean Birinyi

Judy Bathroom Renovation

Phases + Design

Completed Bathroom
Photo of a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a bidet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

#casacancado Hallway Bathroom

Made by Patchi

Photo of 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.

All Bathrooms

Penn Contractors Inc

Photo of a beach style master bathroom in Philadelphia with distressed cabinets, white tile, an undermount sink, brown floor, white walls, white benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

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.

SoPas Vintage Modern

KC Studio

New bathroom configuration includes new open shower with dressing area including bench and towel warmer; free-standing tub and a double vanity.
Design ideas for a small modern master wet room bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, cement tiles, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

East McClintock

ShowerandBath.com

This is an example of a beach style 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, blue walls, an undermount sink, brown floor, a shower curtain and grey benchtops.

Northridge kitchen and 2 bathrooms project

Eden Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with distressed cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, beige walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and flat-panel cabinets.

Kings Rd.

Designer Kitchens LA

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, black tile, porcelain tile, black walls, dark hardwood floors, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor and a hinged shower door.

Central Oregon -River Ranch

J. S. Brown Design

Photo of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, beige tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, an alcove shower, travertine floors, beige floor and an open shower.

19th Century Parlor inspired Master bath

Ridgecrest Designs

This 19th century inspired bathroom features a custom reclaimed wood vanity designed and built by Ridgecrest Designs, curbless and single slope walk in shower. The combination of reclaimed wood, cement tiles and custom made iron grill work along with its classic lines make this bathroom feel like a parlor of the 19th century.

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.

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.

Willagee Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

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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.

I Bagni del 2022

Annalisa Carli Architetto

Un bagno molto lungo dotato di ogni confort: doccia, vasca e mobile lavanderia. Top con lavabo d'appoggio e cassetto nella parte sottostante. Mobile lavanderia chiuso con ante in legno trattate. Lo stile di questo bagno è industrial.

Contemporary Master Bath and Family Room Built-ins

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

Finecraft Contractors, Inc. Soleimani Photography New master bathroom and built-ins in the family room.
Inspiration for a small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a double shower, gray tile, subway tile, grey walls, marble floors, a console sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Cutchogue Interior Remodel

G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.

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.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Flat-panel Cabinets and 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.