This project was not only full of many bathrooms but also many different aesthetics. The goals were fourfold, create a new master suite, update the basement bath, add a new powder bath and my favorite, make them all completely different aesthetics. Primary Bath-This was originally a small 60SF full bath sandwiched in between closets and walls of built-in cabinetry that blossomed into a 130SF, five-piece primary suite. This room was to be focused on a transitional aesthetic that would be adorned with Calcutta gold marble, gold fixtures and matte black geometric tile arrangements. Powder Bath-A new addition to the home leans more on the traditional side of the transitional movement using moody blues and greens accented with brass. A fun play was the asymmetry of the 3-light sconce brings the aesthetic more to the modern side of transitional. My favorite element in the space, however, is the green, pink black and white deco tile on the floor whose colors are reflected in the details of the Australian wallpaper. Hall Bath-Looking to touch on the home's 70's roots, we went for a mid-mod fresh update. Black Calcutta floors, linear-stacked porcelain tile, mixed woods and strong black and white accents. The green tile may be the star but the matte white ribbed tiles in the shower and behind the vanity are the true unsung heroes.

Concord Bathroom Renovation - Edina

Thompson Construction

Mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, a niche and a double vanity.

Mission Dolores

Jeff King & Company

Aubrie Pick Photography
Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, a double vanity, a floating vanity, green tile, white walls, white floor and white benchtops.

Taylor Master bathroom - Cosmetic Renovation

Honest Living

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, green tile, ceramic tile, slate floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, an open shower, white benchtops, a double vanity, a floating vanity, exposed beam, vaulted and black floor.

Cypress Oak Creek

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

Small beach style 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.

Melshire Master Suite

Alair Homes Plano

This once dated master suite is now a bright and eclectic space with influence from the homeowners travels abroad. We transformed their overly large bathroom with dysfunctional square footage into cohesive space meant for luxury. We created a large open, walk in shower adorned by a leathered stone slab. The new master closet is adorned with warmth from bird wallpaper and a robin's egg blue chest. We were able to create another bedroom from the excess space in the redesign. The frosted glass french doors, blue walls and special wall paper tie into the feel of the home. In the bathroom, the Bain Ultra freestanding tub below is the focal point of this new space. We mixed metals throughout the space that just work to add detail and unique touches throughout. Design by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging

Lago Di Grata Circle

Tracy Lynn Studio

Zack Benson Photography
Transitional master bathroom in San Diego with grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, gray tile, subway tile, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner shower, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door.

Upper West Side Condominium Renovation

Pett & Associates, LLC

Renovation of 1960's bathroom in New York City. Dimensions, less than 5"-0" x 8'-0". Thassos marble subway tiles with Blue Celeste mosaic and slabs. Kohler shower head and sprays, Furniture Guild vanity, Toto faucet and toilet Photo: Elizabeth Dooley

Hall Bathroom in Fairfax

Fairfax Design Solutions

Beautiful aquamarine penny tiles make this niche pop!
Inspiration for a small transitional kids bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Orchard View

Shelter Interiors LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional kids bathroom in Bridgeport with furniture-like cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Traditional Countryside Cottage

Remedy Design Firm

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom in Salt Lake City with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, an undermount sink, white floor, white benchtops, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Cottonwood Heights Remodel

Shearer Designs

Modern Traditional small bathroom
Design ideas for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Solana Beach Modern Farmhouse

Jula Cole Design

Guest Bath
Design ideas for a mid-sized country bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white tile, terra-cotta tile, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an alcove shower, grey walls, white floor and a niche.

#mcleanrenovation - Relaxing Master Bathroom

Laura Fox Interior Design, LLC

Relaxing white and gray master bathroom with marble tiles and built-in storage Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Issaquah Traditional Master Bathroom

Meredith Design CKD, CBD

An expansive traditional master bath featuring cararra marble, a vintage soaking tub, a 7' walk in shower, polished nickel fixtures, pental quartz, and a custom walk in closet

Teal Ave Duplex

Luxbuilt

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Gold Coast - Tweed with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, gray tile, a vessel sink, grey floor, an open shower, beige benchtops and a double shower.

Menlo Park Farmhouse - Master Bath

Arch Studio, Inc.

Arch Studio, Inc. Architecture & Interiors 2018
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master wet room bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white tile, stone slab, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a freestanding tub.

Makeup Artist's Master Bath

User

Spacecrafting
Transitional bathroom in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, black floor and white benchtops.

Colette Modern Farmhouse

Sublime Homes

Paula Boyle
Large country master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, mirror tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and an open shower.

Modern Spa Master Bathroom

Ealy Construction

Inhouse 3D
Large modern master bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Grey Cabinets and Light Wood 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.