This is an example of a traditional bathroom in Sydney with black and white tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink and a double vanity.

Upper West Side Condominium Renovation

Pett & Associates, LLC

Renovated bathroom "After" photo of a gut renovation of a 1960's apartment on Central Park West, New York Photo: Elizabeth Dooley
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

Eleanor Street #1

Open Door Architecture

Photo credit: Denise Retallack Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Other with a pedestal sink, subway tile, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, an alcove tub, white tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors and a shower/bathtub combo.

Classic Subway Tile Bathtub Surround

Clay Squared to Infinity

Unglazed porcelain – There is no glazing or any other coating applied to the tile. Their color is the same on the face of the tile as it is on the back resulting in very durable tiles that do not show the effects of heavy traffic. The most common unglazed tiles are the red quarry tiles or the granite looking porcelain ceramic tiles used in heavy commercial areas. Historic matches to the original tiles made from 1890 - 1930's. Subway Ceramic floor tiles are made of the highest quality unglazed porcelain and carefully arranged on a fiber mesh as one square foot sheets. A complimentary black hex is also in stock in both sizes and available by the sheet for creating borders and accent designs. Subway Ceramics offers vintage tile is 3/8" thick, with a flat surface and square edges. The Subway Ceramics collection of traditional subway tile, moldings and accessories.

Custom Tiled White Retro Bathroom

Adeline Ray Design Studio

Photography by: Connie Anderson Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Houston with a pedestal sink, marble benchtops, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, white floor and a shower curtain.

Moorestown, NJ: Southern Charm Bathrooms

Bella B Home Designs

This 1868 Victorian home was transformed to keep the charm of the house but also to bring the bathrooms up to date! We kept the traditional charm and mixed it with some southern charm for this family to enjoy for years to come!

Black and White Art Deco Bathroom

Cypress Design Co.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Providence with a two-piece toilet, subway tile, a pedestal sink, white floor, a hinged shower door, black and white tile, white walls and mosaic tile floors.

Thole Residence

Design Platform

David Lauer
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Denver with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink, multi-coloured floor and a shower curtain.

The Arden Harvey Hurlburt House - Los Angeles

Saxony Design Build

Guest Bath w/ a clawfoot tub, Kohler Bancroft Pedestal Sinks, Craftsman Mirrored Medicine cabinets, period sconces, Malibu Tile Company wall tile in Copper, and a custom keystones floor from DalTile

Kitchen and bath renovation in little Back Bay flat

Kitchens by Coco

Bath doubled as steam room & shower with rich Carrere marble finishes & drop down seat
Photo of a traditional bathroom in Boston with a pedestal sink, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, yellow walls and mosaic tile floors.

A Classic Apartment

TylerMandic Ltd

Photo of a contemporary bathroom in London with a pedestal sink, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, multi-coloured walls and mosaic tile floors.

Stoneleigh Bathroom

Thomson Remodeling Company, Inc.

Marvalous 1920s Bathroom with infloor heat Mike Kaskel Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in Baltimore with a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

Traditional Subway Tile Bathroom

Four Brothers Design + Build

Traditional subway tile makes this bathroom special.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in DC Metro with subway tile, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

a house in a garden

Brennan + Company Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink, stone slab, a shower curtain, multi-coloured floor and open cabinets.

Angelwylde House

Webber + Studio, Architects

© Paul Finkel Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Austin with mosaic tile, a pedestal sink, white tile, yellow walls and mosaic tile floors.

Vanity/Sink/Mirror of Retro Bathroom Remodel

Adeline Ray Design Studio

Photography by: Connie Anderson Photography
This is an example of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Houston with a pedestal sink, marble benchtops, white tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, a shower curtain, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets and white floor.

Sellwood-Moreland Basement Remodel - Bathroom View

Kraft Custom Construction

This basement remodel held special significance for an expectant young couple eager to adapt their home for a growing family. Facing the challenge of an open layout that lacked functionality, our team delivered a complete transformation. The project's scope involved reframing the layout of the entire basement, installing plumbing for a new bathroom, modifying the stairs for code compliance, and adding an egress window to create a livable bedroom. The redesigned space now features a guest bedroom, a fully finished bathroom, a cozy living room, a practical laundry area, and private, separate office spaces. The primary objective was to create a harmonious, open flow while ensuring privacy—a vital aspect for the couple. The final result respects the original character of the house, while enhancing functionality for the evolving needs of the homeowners expanding family.

Neutrals + Blues

Katy Costner Interiors

This is an example of a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink, white floor, a shower curtain, a single vanity and wallpaper.

Bathroom Remodels

Remodeling Guys

Photo of a small eclectic 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, beige walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Key St - Vintage Bathroom

Griffin Design

Designed by: Robby & Lisa Griffin Photos by: Desired Photo
Inspiration for a small country 3/4 bathroom in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, a pedestal sink, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Mosaic Tile Floors and a Pedestal Sink

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.