These first-time parents wanted to create a sanctuary in their home, a place to retreat and enjoy some self-care after a long day. They were inspired by the simplicity and natural elements found in wabi-sabi design so we took those basic elements and created a spa-like getaway.

From what was once a humble early 90’s decor space, the contrast that has occurred in this ensuite is vast. On return from a holiday in Japan, our clients desired the same bath house cultural experience, that is known to the land of onsens, for their own ensuite. The transition in this space is truly exceptional, with the new layout all designed within the same four walls, still maintaining a vanity, shower, bath and toilet. Our designer, Eugene Lombard put much careful consideration into the fittings and finishes to ensure all the elements were pulled together beautifully. The wet room setting is enhanced by a bench seat which allows the user a moment of transition between the shower and hot, deep soaker style bath. The owners now wake up to a captivating “day-spa like experience” that most would aspire to on a holiday, let alone an everyday occasion. Key features like the underfloor heating in the entrance are added appeal to beautiful large format tiles along with the wood grain finishes which add a sense of warmth and balance to the room.

This is an example of a small transitional master bathroom in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, a bidet, black tile, stone tile, grey walls, concrete floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Aaron Leitz
Design ideas for a large asian master bathroom in Hawaii with a japanese tub, a corner shower, beige tile, limestone, beige walls, an open shower, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Our New Home Buyer commissioned HOMEREDI to convert their old Master Bathroom into a spacious newly designed Contemporary retreat. We asked our designer Samantha Murray from SM Designs to work with our client to select all required tiles from our tile distributor. We then extended full contractor pricing toward the purchase of all fixtures used in this Spa bathroom. One of the unique features of this bathroom is a large 40"x40"x32" Japanese style soaking tub. Once this magnificent project was completed we asked our professional photographer Chuck Dana's Photography to capture the beauty of implementation. Lots of credit also goes to our clients who worked with us and our designer to fine tune their requirements. We are privileged to make their imagination come to life in this magnificent space.

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a complete Master Bathroom remodel with before, during and after pictures. Master Bathroom features a Japanese soaker tub, enlarged shower with 4 1/2" x 12" white subway tile on walls, niche and celling., dark gray 2" x 2" shower floor tile with Schluter tiled drain, floor to ceiling shower glass, and quartz waterfall knee wall cap with integrated seat and curb cap. Floor has dark gray 12" x 24" tile on Schluter heated floor and same tile on tub wall surround with wall niche. Shower, tub and vanity plumbing fixtures and accessories are Delta Champagne Bronze. Vanity is custom built with quartz countertop and backsplash, undermount oval sinks, wall mounted faucets, wood framed mirrors and open wall medicine cabinet.

A traditional Japanese soaking tub made from Hinoki wood was selected as the focal point of the bathroom. It not only adds visual warmth to the space, but it infuses a cedar aroma into the air.

Local craftsmen and sculptors were engaged for the 'tansu' tub, uniquely carved bathroom door, entry bench, dining room table made of reused bowling lane, and custom pot rack over the kitchen island. © www.edwardcaldwellphoto.com

Hollywood Bath with soaking tub and shower. Photos: Bob Greenspan
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, stone tile, blue walls, slate floors, a vessel sink and marble benchtops.

For those that are above-average in height, standard bathroom fixtures can be difficult to truly enjoy. For this homeowner a soaking tub with a water depth that would be near his shoulders was top priority. The solution was a square Japanese-style soaking tub with a built-in seat. The stepped details add function and also cascading interest to the space, with steps to enter the tub and a shower bench seat. This large master bathroom is also outfitted with loads of cabinetry for both him and her. However, the best feature of this room is the traditional detailing brought in by the tile pattern. The neutral, travertine-look tile is elevated to new heights by varying the sizing and installation and adding in delicate metallic accents.

Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, concrete floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Japanese soaking tub from Victoria & Albert is featured with Brizo faucet. The large shower features dual shower heads with recessed niches and large seat.

Asian bathroom in Melbourne with medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, white tile, wood benchtops and exposed beam.

The intent of this design is to integrate the clients love for Japanese aesthetic, create an open and airy space, and maintain natural elements that evoke a warm inviting environment. A traditional Japanese soaking tub made from Hinoki wood was selected as the focal point of the bathroom. It not only adds visual warmth to the space, but it infuses a cedar aroma into the air. A live-edge wood shelf and custom chiseled wood post are used to frame and define the bathing area. Tile depicting Japanese Shou Sugi Ban (charred wood planks) was chosen as the flooring for the wet areas. A neutral toned tile with fabric texture defines the dry areas in the room. The curb-less shower and floating back lit vanity accentuate the open feel of the space. The organic nature of the handwoven window shade, shoji screen closet doors and antique bathing stool counterbalance the hard surface materials throughout.

photo by Melissa Kaseman
Photo of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, cement tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Master Bathroom with Soaking Tub and Curbless Shower Photo by Art Grice
Design ideas for a contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Photo of a mid-sized asian master bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a shower/bathtub combo, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, flat-panel cabinets and white walls.

Mango slab countertop, stone sink, copper soaking tub
Mid-sized tropical master bathroom in Hawaii with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, gray tile, pebble tile, grey walls, slate floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Large arts and crafts master bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, a japanese tub, a curbless shower, beige tile, beige walls and light hardwood floors.