This master bath was reconfigured by opening up the wall between the former tub/shower, and a dry vanity. A new transom window added in much-needed natural light. The floors have radiant heat, with carrara marble hexagon tile. The vanity is semi-custom white oak, with a carrara top. Polished nickel fixtures finish the clean look. Photo: Robert Radifera

Mid-Century Modern Home

AB design studio, inc.

Ciro Coelho
Mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, glass sheet wall, white walls, an undermount sink, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Primary Bedroom and Bathroom Renovation

phep design studio

Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in San Luis Obispo with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, green tile, glass sheet wall, blue walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Phoenix, Arizona | Zanjero Trails - Villagio Belice Secondary Bathroom

Brightland Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary kids bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, glass sheet wall, blue walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Los Altos Transitional Remodel

LCID

Kristen Paulin Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, glass sheet wall, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Piermont Beach House

Janelle Interiors

two fish digital
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor and a shower curtain.

Mack-a-vista lake home

ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass sheet wall, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, timber and panelled walls.

Knotty Walnut Cabinets, Kimberly Idaho Home

Premier Woodworking

Lisa Brown - Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, glass sheet wall, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Modern Bathroom Reno | Washington, DC

Bath + Kitchen

Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, glass sheet wall, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Soprano Basement Modified II

Prodigy Homes Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Modern Bathroom Reno | Washington, DC

Bath + Kitchen

Small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, glass sheet wall, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Lake Home

Vintage Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized 3/4 bathroom in Omaha with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and brown benchtops.

Queen Anne Remodel

Lewis Construction Group

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in Seattle with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass sheet wall, yellow walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and black benchtops.

Yessmann Home

Michelle Mohlere Interior Color & Design

Hallway bath completed
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass sheet wall, blue walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink, grey floor, a shower curtain and a single vanity.

Via Verde House

Icon Construction & Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray tile, glass sheet wall, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, brown floor, a shower curtain and dark hardwood floors.

Kabinart Bath Remodel - BEFORE & AFTER

Cabinetry by Better Bilt

AFTER
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, glass sheet wall, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Phoenix, Arizona | Windrose - Palazzo Almeria Secondary Bathroom

Brightland Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Willow

SeaGate Homes LLC

Second bathroom
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Orlando with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Terrace Redefined

White Willow Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, brown tile, glass sheet wall, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Soprano Basement Modified II

Prodigy Homes Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, glass sheet wall, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor and a shower curtain.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Glass Sheet Wall and a Shower Curtain

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.