Photos by Christi Nielsen
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, black tile, green tile, pebble tile, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated sink and glass benchtops.

Flinders 2

Mod3

The master ensuite bathroom has a private outlook onto the internal courtyard. Photographer: Nicolle Kennedy
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with open cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, green tile, pebble tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and beige benchtops.

Huntington Beach Residence | Master Suite

The Bespoke Interior, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Orange County with a vessel sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, pebble tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Beach House Remodel

Tracy Berman Interiors

This gorgeous beach condo sits on the banks of the Pacific ocean in Solana Beach, CA. The previous design was dark, heavy and out of scale for the square footage of the space. We removed an outdated bulit in, a column that was not supporting and all the detailed trim work. We replaced it with white kitchen cabinets, continuous vinyl plank flooring and clean lines throughout. The entry was created by pulling the lower portion of the bookcases out past the wall to create a foyer. The shelves are open to both sides so the immediate view of the ocean is not obstructed. New patio sliders now open in the center to continue the view. The shiplap ceiling was updated with a fresh coat of paint and smaller LED can lights. The bookcases are the inspiration color for the entire design. Sea glass green, the color of the ocean, is sprinkled throughout the home. The fireplace is now a sleek contemporary feel with a tile surround. The mantel is made from old barn wood. A very special slab of quartzite was used for the bookcase counter, dining room serving ledge and a shelf in the laundry room. The kitchen is now white and bright with glass tile that reflects the colors of the water. The hood and floating shelves have a weathered finish to reflect drift wood. The laundry room received a face lift starting with new moldings on the door, fresh paint, a rustic cabinet and a stone shelf. The guest bathroom has new white tile with a beachy mosaic design and a fresh coat of paint on the vanity. New hardware, sinks, faucets, mirrors and lights finish off the design. The master bathroom used to be open to the bedroom. We added a wall with a barn door for privacy. The shower has been opened up with a beautiful pebble tile water fall. The pebbles are repeated on the vanity with a natural edge finish. The vanity received a fresh paint job, new hardware, faucets, sinks, mirrors and lights. The guest bedroom has a custom double bunk with reading lamps for the kiddos. This space now reflects the community it is in, and we have brought the beach inside.

Master Bath Retreat

RL Design

Using flatter pebbles in the shower and niche ties the shower to the tub area. The homeowner needs to use the grab bar when using the shower. The longer grab bar also serves as a handheld holder. Photography: Blue Gator Photography

Golden Valley Master Bathroom Remodel

Kirsten Danielle Design

Katie Mueller Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in Minneapolis with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, a double shower, green tile, pebble tile, grey walls and ceramic floors.

West Linn - Home Update

Lamont Bros.

A Beautiful Dominion Photography
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Portland with green tile, pebble tile, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a vessel sink and granite benchtops.

cape cod modern

stephen magliocco associates, architecture

modern renovation of provincetown waterfront home. master bathroom. photo: adrian catalano
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Boston with a corner tub, a corner shower, green tile, pebble tile, green walls, pebble tile floors, green floor and a hinged shower door.

Contemporary Bath Renovation

The Nielsen Collection

Photos by Christi Nielsen
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, black tile, green tile, pebble tile, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated sink and glass benchtops.

Log Cabin Snohomish

Peg Cox Design

Country bathroom in Seattle with a shower/bathtub combo, green tile, pebble tile and pebble tile floors.

Countertop and Tile Projects

Originate Natural Building Materials

3form Varia Electra Copper Ecoresin paneling
Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with open cabinets, blue tile, green tile, pebble tile, a vessel sink and recycled glass benchtops.

Cadboro Bay

Boal and Son

John Taylor Architectural Photography
Contemporary kids bathroom in Vancouver with a vessel sink, marble benchtops, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, green tile, pebble tile, green walls and slate floors.

Huntington Beach Residence | Master Suite

The Bespoke Interior, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Orange County with a vessel sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, pebble tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Transitional Kitchen and Baths

NJB Custom Interiors, LLC DBA NJB Construction

Transitional master bathroom in Miami with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, green tile, pebble tile, green walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Staging the bath

Urban & Upscale - Staging & Design Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Louisville with a console sink, furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, green tile, pebble tile, green walls and porcelain floors.

Artistic Tile Bathrooms

Artistic Tile

Cool white smooth river stones of Carrara marble accented by grey veining floating in a spring green translucent resin.
This is an example of a bathroom in New York with marble benchtops, green tile, pebble tile, white walls and marble floors.

Curbless showers

Neuse Tile Service Inc.

Access Homes NC
Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in Raleigh with a curbless shower, green tile, pebble tile and ceramic floors.

Année 50

ID'Arch

Gaël Joncour
Design ideas for a midcentury bathroom in Lyon with green tile and pebble tile.

Sabine's Interior Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an undermount tub, a double shower, green tile, pebble tile and white walls.

Année 50

ID'Arch

Gaël Joncour
Photo of a midcentury bathroom in Lyon with green tile and pebble tile.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Green Tile and Pebble 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.