Our clients wanted a REAL master bathroom with enough space for both of them to be in there at the same time. Their house, built in the 1940’s, still had plenty of the original charm, but also had plenty of its original tiny spaces that just aren’t very functional for modern life. The original bathroom had a tiny stall shower, and just a single vanity with very limited storage and counter space. Not to mention kitschy pink subway tile on every wall. With some creative reconfiguring, we were able to reclaim about 25 square feet of space from the bedroom. Which gave us the space we needed to introduce a double vanity with plenty of storage, and a HUGE walk-in shower that spans the entire length of the new bathroom! While we knew we needed to stay true to the original character of the house, we also wanted to bring in some modern flair! Pairing strong graphic floor tile with some subtle (and not so subtle) green tones gave us the perfect blend of classic sophistication with a modern glow up. Our clients were thrilled with the look of their new space, and were even happier about how large and open it now feels!

BAC Renovation

Birch & Beam Custom Homes

Green Shaker-style custom cabinets with brass fixtures, penny tile and subway tile shower surround. Shiplapped walls, pocke door and sliding barn door.

Jack & Jill Bath

Jemm Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Atlanta with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

George Washington Smith Guest House

Hayley Bridges Design

Sarita Relis
Photo of a transitional bathroom in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Lakeside Farmhouse

Fluidesign Studio

Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Structural Dimensions Inc. I Photographer: Seth Benn Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional bathroom in Minneapolis with green cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and raised-panel cabinets.

Farmhouse Bath

Byrus Signature Touch

The updated cabinet was next in completing this look. We suggested a mint green cabinet and boy, did it not disappoint! The original bathroom was designed for a teenage girl, complete with a beautiful bowl sink and make up vanity. But now, this bathroom has a couple pint-sized occupants. We suggested the double sinks for their own spaces. To take it one step further, we gave them each a cabinet and their own set of drawers. We used Starmark Cabinetry and special ordered this color since it’s not one they offer. We chose Sherwin Williams “Rainwashed”. (For the hardware, we just picked our a set from Lowes that we thought looked both dainty and like it belonged in a Farmhouse.)

Haver House

Bakstad Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, subway tile, yellow walls, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Farmhouse Bathroom

Photo of a country 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with green cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, white floor and flat-panel cabinets.

Ardmore Avenue

User

New custom house in the Tree Section of Manhattan Beach, California. Custom built and interior design by Titan&Co. Modern Farmhouse
This is an example of a large country master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a freestanding tub, an undermount sink, a corner shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors and marble benchtops.

Awesome Little Athens Renovation

David Cannon Photography

Renovation by Gibbs Capital (www.gibbscapital.com) and images produced by David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com).
Design ideas for a transitional master bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, green walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Fresh White Bathroom

Design and Remodeling Solutions

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Tampa with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Belmont Remodel

Birdsmouth

Inspiration for a small traditional master bathroom in Portland with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a corner tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an integrated sink and solid surface benchtops.

Victorian Modern Bathroom Remodel

Balboa Design Group

Custom Bathroom

Mark Worley's Construction

Inspiration for a large country master wet room bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a claw-foot tub, white tile, subway tile, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, grey walls, slate floors, grey floor, decorative wall panelling and recessed.

New Transitional Custom Home

Webber Development & Construction

Rustic White Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door and marble benchtops.

A Designer's Dream Home

RLH Studio

Steve Henke
Photo of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and solid surface benchtops.

Hillsboro/West End Modern Craftsman

Marilyn Hill Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Burks Master Bath Renovation

RSI Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a large country master bathroom in St Louis with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, subway 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.

Таун хаус Соколово Мещерская

Наталья Митракова

Сергей Ананьев
Photo of a transitional master bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, green walls, an integrated sink, beige floor and a shower curtain.

The Witney

Ventura Homes

Master bathroom with double vanities and huge tub with tub deck!
Design ideas for a large country master bathroom in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, white walls, vinyl floors, a drop-in sink and laminate benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Green Cabinets and Subway Tile

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.