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

Tile wainscot and floor with grey shaker vanity.
This is an example of an arts and crafts bathroom in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

This 80's style Mediterranean Revival house was modernized to fit the needs of a bustling family. The home was updated from a choppy and enclosed layout to an open concept, creating connectivity for the whole family. A combination of modern styles and cozy elements makes the space feel open and inviting. Photos By: Paul Vu

Photo of a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with a corner shower, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a wall-mount sink, blue floor and a shower curtain.

This is an example of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, a console sink and a shower curtain.

Photography by Starboard & Port of Springfield, Missouri.
Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, beige walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in sink, white floor, a shower curtain and black benchtops.

Gray tones playfulness a kid’s bathroom in Oak Park. This bath was design with kids in mind but still to have the aesthetic lure of a beautiful guest bathroom. The flooring is made out of gray and white hexagon tiles with different textures to it, creating a playful puzzle of colors and creating a perfect anti slippery surface for kids to use. The walls tiles are 3x6 gray subway tile with glossy finish for an easy to clean surface and to sparkle with the ceiling lighting layout. A semi-modern vanity design brings all the colors together with darker gray color and quartz countertop. In conclusion a bathroom for everyone to enjoy and admire.

The home wasn't built with a bathroom, so we tried to imagine what it could have looked like had it been added in the 20's, the period of the existing clawfoot tub. The Greek key motif added some interest, the console sink saved space in this tight bath. The wainscoting is nearly entirely original, a few rotted boards got replaced using wood salvaged from elsewhere.

Kid's Bathroom: Shower Area
Mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Toronto with a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in tub, flat-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

This guest bathroom features white subway tile with black marble accents and a leaded glass window. Black trim and crown molding set off a dark, antique William and Mary highboy and a Calcutta gold and black marble basketweave tile floor. Faux gray and light blue walls lend a clean, crisp feel to the room, compounded by a white pedestal tub and polished nickel faucet.

Photo by Linda Oyama-Bryan
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Chicago with grey benchtops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Mid-sized kids bathroom in Santa Barbara with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

This is a black-and-white bathroom at a Brooklyn brownstone project of ours. Its centerpiece is a large, wall-mounted utility sink. The floor has mosaic marble tile, and the walls have white subway tile with accents of black tile.

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in Charleston with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photo of a mid-sized beach style 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a one-piece toilet, subway tile, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops and a single vanity.

This Chicago bathroom was designed to bring light to this dark basement space. This is a premium look on a very reasonable budget- exactly what this client was looking for. Project designed by Skokie renovation firm, Chi Renovation & Design - general contractors, kitchen and bath remodelers, and design & build company. They serve the Chicago area and its surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/chicago-basement-bathroom/#basement-renovation

Marcell Puzsar
Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, white floor and a shower curtain.

Arts and crafts 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, mosaic tile floors, white floor, a shower curtain, beige walls and a wall-mount sink.