This three bedroom apartment was in need of a large scale renovation. Set in a small, boutique complex by the water in Sydney's North Shore, the dated residence originally had a layout that was ineffective and did not give the view justice. The brief asked to open the rear of the apartment showcasing the view, add a luxury ensuite to the master and provide a large, functional kitchen. One of the biggest challenges was adhering to the strict strata regulations and Class Two Building codes requiring fire rated gyprock, conversion of the electrical fittings to be fire rated and raising the floor to case insulation for sound proofing. Despite the difficulties, Milson Residence presents a contemporary update that accommodates a range of lifestyles. The interior design was thoughtfully considered reflecting the Art Deco heritage of the complex, featuring tall skirtings and herringbone floorboards. The design worked around existing windows which highlighted the unsightly neighbouring apartment. We were able to utilise one window to our advantage by designing the joinery around the window to provide a window splashback to the kitchen. The kitchen houses a bar / coffee nook and a European laundry, as well as a large pantry. The spacious island bench provides extensive storage and seats four comfortably for entertaining. The finishes & fixtures throughout were specified to the clients brief, illustrating an overall sense of calm and sophistication.

Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Project

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Bathrooms

Kitchen & Bath Concepts

Chipper Hatter Architectural Photography
This is an example of a large transitional master bathroom in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Modern Farmhouse Bathroom

Irwin Construction, LLC

Photos by Darby Kate Photography
Mid-sized country master bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Marin Master Suite

RMS DESIGNS

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, stone slab, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Bogart 2

Studio Design Elements

Mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Moroccan Mermaid Bathroom

Treefrog Design

Snowberry Lane Photography
Large beach style master bathroom in Seattle with grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, green tile, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, shaker cabinets, subway tile and green walls.

Melrose Marble Bathroom Remodel

McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath

Bathroom Remodel in Melrose, MA, transitional, leaning traditional. Maple wood double sink vanity with a light gray painted finish, black slate-look porcelain floor tile, honed marble countertop, custom shower with wall niche, honed marble 3x6 shower tile and pencil liner, matte black faucets and shower fixtures, dark bronze cabinet hardware.

StoneCrest Bathrooms

Delphinium Design

Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald GC: Ekren Construction
Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Beautiful Master Bath

TEC Construction & Development

This beautiful master bath is part of a total beachfront condo remodel. The updated styling has taken this 1980's unit to a higher level
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Таунхаус в кп Парк Авеню

Анна Жемерева / ORT-interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Maritime Forest Retreat

Brunswick Design

Farmhouse style black and white, jack and jill bathroom with tiled alcove shower.
Photo of an expansive kids bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, porcelain floors, black floor and a hinged shower door.

Corner Courtyard Residence

Wiedemann Architects LLC

Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an undermount tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and grey benchtops.

Classic Marble Master Bath

Monika Ross

www.yiannisphotography.com/
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an undermount tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Custom Built Modern Farmhouse

Karen Berkemeyer Home

This custom-built modern farmhouse was designed with a simple taupe and white palette, keeping the color tones neutral and calm. Tile designs by Mary-Beth Oliver. Designed and Built by Schmiedeck Construction. Photographed by Tim Lenz.

Craftsman with Red Shutters

Masters Properties, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, grey walls, an undermount sink, onyx benchtops, a sliding shower screen, a one-piece toilet, porcelain tile and porcelain floors.

Beachfront Elegance

Williams Wood Works Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops and white floor.

Modern Farmhouse Bathroom

Irwin Construction, LLC

Photos by Darby Kate Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Wilmette Renovation

Devon Grace Interiors

Devon Grace Interiors designed a luxurious primary bathroom with a freestanding tub as the focal point. DGI surrounded the tub with a ceramic, handmade-look tile that has a subtle variation and texture. Then we completed the design with a custom roman shade and brass tub filler.

Worth Street

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a small eclectic kids bathroom in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, blue floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Grey Cabinets and Porcelain Floors

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.