Graced with character and a history, this grand merchant’s terrace was restored and expanded to suit the demands of a family of five.
Design ideas for a large contemporary bathroom in Sydney with light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, subway tile, limestone floors, limestone benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Ferndale Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, limestone floors, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Cool Gray

Change Your Bathroom©

The goal of this project was to upgrade the builder grade finishes and create an ergonomic space that had a contemporary feel. This bathroom transformed from a standard, builder grade bathroom to a contemporary urban oasis. This was one of my favorite projects, I know I say that about most of my projects but this one really took an amazing transformation. By removing the walls surrounding the shower and relocating the toilet it visually opened up the space. Creating a deeper shower allowed for the tub to be incorporated into the wet area. Adding a LED panel in the back of the shower gave the illusion of a depth and created a unique storage ledge. A custom vanity keeps a clean front with different storage options and linear limestone draws the eye towards the stacked stone accent wall. Houzz Write Up: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/inside-houzz-a-chopped-up-bathroom-goes-streamlined-and-swank-stsetivw-vs~27263720 The layout of this bathroom was opened up to get rid of the hallway effect, being only 7 foot wide, this bathroom needed all the width it could muster. Using light flooring in the form of natural lime stone 12x24 tiles with a linear pattern, it really draws the eye down the length of the room which is what we needed. Then, breaking up the space a little with the stone pebble flooring in the shower, this client enjoyed his time living in Japan and wanted to incorporate some of the elements that he appreciated while living there. The dark stacked stone feature wall behind the tub is the perfect backdrop for the LED panel, giving the illusion of a window and also creates a cool storage shelf for the tub. A narrow, but tasteful, oval freestanding tub fit effortlessly in the back of the shower. With a sloped floor, ensuring no standing water either in the shower floor or behind the tub, every thought went into engineering this Atlanta bathroom to last the test of time. With now adequate space in the shower, there was space for adjacent shower heads controlled by Kohler digital valves. A hand wand was added for use and convenience of cleaning as well. On the vanity are semi-vessel sinks which give the appearance of vessel sinks, but with the added benefit of a deeper, rounded basin to avoid splashing. Wall mounted faucets add sophistication as well as less cleaning maintenance over time. The custom vanity is streamlined with drawers, doors and a pull out for a can or hamper. A wonderful project and equally wonderful client. I really enjoyed working with this client and the creative direction of this project. Brushed nickel shower head with digital shower valve, freestanding bathtub, curbless shower with hidden shower drain, flat pebble shower floor, shelf over tub with LED lighting, gray vanity with drawer fronts, white square ceramic sinks, wall mount faucets and lighting under vanity. Hidden Drain shower system. Atlanta Bathroom.

The Club at Ravenna- Dante Project, Littleton, CO

Haven Design and Construction

This teen boy's bathroom is both masculine and modern. Wood-look tile creates an interesting pattern in the shower, while matte black hardware and dark wood cabinets carry out the masculine theme. A floating vanity makes the room appear slightly larger. Limestone tile floors and a durable quartz countertop provide ease in maintenance. A map of Denver hanging over the towel bar adds a bit of local history and character.

Wabi Sabi

Astratto Design

Embarking on the design journey of Wabi Sabi Refuge, I immersed myself in the profound quest for tranquility and harmony. This project became a testament to the pursuit of a tranquil haven that stirs a deep sense of calm within. Guided by the essence of wabi-sabi, my intention was to curate Wabi Sabi Refuge as a sacred space that nurtures an ethereal atmosphere, summoning a sincere connection with the surrounding world. Deliberate choices of muted hues and minimalist elements foster an environment of uncluttered serenity, encouraging introspection and contemplation. Embracing the innate imperfections and distinctive qualities of the carefully selected materials and objects added an exquisite touch of organic allure, instilling an authentic reverence for the beauty inherent in nature's creations. Wabi Sabi Refuge serves as a sanctuary, an evocative invitation for visitors to embrace the sublime simplicity, find solace in the imperfect, and uncover the profound and tranquil beauty that wabi-sabi unveils.

Natural Ensuite Bathroom with Decorative Tiling

HAUM

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian 3/4 wet room bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, limestone floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, beige benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Contemporary Curve Master Bathroom

Your Nest By Design, Robin Kelley

This is a new construction bathroom located in Fallbrook, CA. It was a large space with very high ceilings. We created a sculptural environment, echoing a curved soffit over a curved alcove soaking tub with a curved partition shower wall. The custom wood paneling on the curved wall and vanity wall perfectly balance the lines of the floating vanity and built-in medicine cabinets.

West Hollywood Modern Minimal Condo

SHAPESIDE

Mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, multi-coloured walls, limestone floors, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

1950's House Refurb

Born Designers Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Sussex with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a wall-mount toilet, mirror tile, limestone floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Winden Estate - Ourimbah

Penman Brown Interior Design

Country bathroom in Sydney with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, limestone floors, marble benchtops, beige floor, an open shower, multi-coloured benchtops, a double vanity, a floating vanity, an integrated sink and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bel Air II

DADA Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, limestone floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Japanese Inspired Remodel in Noe Valley

Mark Brand Architecture

The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner's passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better-arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.

DEERFOOT TRAIL-CONTEMPORARY BATHROOM AUSTIN TEXAS

Allison Jaffe Interior Design LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

1950's House Refurb

Born Designers Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Sussex with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a wall-mount toilet, mirror tile, limestone floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

The Club at Ravenna- Dante Project, Littleton, CO

Haven Design and Construction

The serene guest suite in this lovely home has breathtaking views from the third floor. Blue skies abound and on a clear day the Denver skyline is visible. The lake that is visible from the windows is Chatfield Reservoir, that is often dotted with sailboats during the summer months. This comfortable suite boasts an upholstered king-sized bed with luxury linens, a full-sized dresser and a swivel chair for reading or taking in the beautiful views. The opposite side of the room features an on-suite bar with a wine refrigerator, sink and a coffee center. The adjoining bath features a jetted shower and a stylish floating vanity. This guest suite was designed to double as a second primary suite for the home, should the need ever arise.

Cherry Hills Country Club

Pruett & Co.

Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, limestone, white walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a floating vanity and vaulted.

1004 Cooks

Tag & Associates, LLC

Master baths are the holy grail of bathrooms. Connected to the master bedroom or master suite, master baths are where you go all-out in designing your bathroom. It’s for you, the master of the home, after all. Common master bathroom features include double vanities, stand-alone bathtubs and showers, and occasionally even toilet areas separated by a door. These options are great if you need the additional space for two people getting ready in the morning. Speaking of space, master baths are typically large and spacious, adding to the luxurious feel.

Bondi Bathroom

Caracalla Design and Renovation

A clean white modern classic style bathroom with wall to wall floating stone bench top. Thick limestone bench tops with light beige tones and textured features. Wall hung vanity cabinets with all doors, drawers and dress panels made from solid surface. Subtle detailed anodised aluminium u channel around windows and doors.

Newport Coast

SIDG Design

Custom floating cabinetry with vessel sink and plumbing off of the tile wall.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, gray tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, limestone floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, beige benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Winden Estate - Ourimbah

Penman Brown Interior Design

Design ideas for a country master bathroom in Sydney with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, beige tile, stone tile, beige walls, limestone floors, beige floor and a floating vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Limestone Floors and a Floating Vanity

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.