Brunswick Parlour transforms a Victorian cottage into a hard-working, personalised home for a family of four. Our clients loved the character of their Brunswick terrace home, but not its inefficient floor plan and poor year-round thermal control. They didn't need more space, they just needed their space to work harder. The front bedrooms remain largely untouched, retaining their Victorian features and only introducing new cabinetry. Meanwhile, the main bedroom’s previously pokey en suite and wardrobe have been expanded, adorned with custom cabinetry and illuminated via a generous skylight. At the rear of the house, we reimagined the floor plan to establish shared spaces suited to the family’s lifestyle. Flanked by the dining and living rooms, the kitchen has been reoriented into a more efficient layout and features custom cabinetry that uses every available inch. In the dining room, the Swiss Army Knife of utility cabinets unfolds to reveal a laundry, more custom cabinetry, and a craft station with a retractable desk. Beautiful materiality throughout infuses the home with warmth and personality, featuring Blackbutt timber flooring and cabinetry, and selective pops of green and pink tones. The house now works hard in a thermal sense too. Insulation and glazing were updated to best practice standard, and we’ve introduced several temperature control tools. Hydronic heating installed throughout the house is complemented by an evaporative cooling system and operable skylight. The result is a lush, tactile home that increases the effectiveness of every existing inch to enhance daily life for our clients, proving that good design doesn’t need to add space to add value.

Paddington bathroom remodel

Bearcanvas Interiors

The Clients brief was to take a tired 90's style bathroom and give it some bizazz. While we have not been able to travel the last couple of years the client wanted this space to remind her or places she had been and cherished.

KBDi QLD Finalist 2023 - Small Bathroom

Interior Design By Jo

To meet the client‘s brief and maintain the character of the house it was decided to retain the existing timber framed windows and VJ timber walling above tiles. The client loves green and yellow, so a patterned floor tile including these colours was selected, with two complimentry subway tiles used for the walls up to the picture rail. The feature green tile used in the back of the shower. A playful bold vinyl wallpaper was installed in the bathroom and above the dado rail in the toilet. The corner back to wall bath, brushed gold tapware and accessories, wall hung custom vanity with Davinci Blanco stone bench top, teardrop clearstone basin, circular mirrored shaving cabinet and antique brass wall sconces finished off the look. The picture rail in the high section was painted in white to match the wall tiles and the above VJ‘s were painted in Dulux Triamble to match the custom vanity 2 pak finish. This colour framed the small room and with the high ceilings softened the space and made it more intimate. The timber window architraves were retained, whereas the architraves around the entry door were painted white to match the wall tiles. The adjacent toilet was changed to an in wall cistern and pan with tiles, wallpaper, accessories and wall sconces to match the bathroom Overall, the design allowed open easy access, modernised the space and delivered the wow factor that the client was seeking.

Emerald Green bathroom with custom vanities

Improva

Custom floating vanity housed in captivating emerald green wall tiles
Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with black cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, ceramic tile, green walls, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, multi-coloured benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Fletcher St, Essendon

M.J.Harris Group

Small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Melbourne with light wood cabinets, pink tile, ceramic tile, wood benchtops, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, a single vanity, a floating vanity, flat-panel cabinets, a curbless shower, white walls, terrazzo floors, a vessel sink, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtops.

Wilmington, Delaware

Lauren Rubin Architecture

alyssa kirsten
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Wilmington with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and multi-coloured floor.

Modern Bungalow

Melinda Mandell Interior Design

This is an example of a large transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with blue cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and beaded inset cabinets.

Small Bathroom remodel

Walls too Windows, Interior Design

Compact master bath remodel, with hair accessories plug ins, Swiss Alps Photography
This is an example of a small traditional master bathroom in Portland with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, travertine, beige walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

Billings Drive

J. Kurtz Design

Andrea Rugg
Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in Los Angeles with medium wood cabinets, a double shower, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, a two-piece toilet, subway tile, marble benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

Saratoga Bathroom

Granger Remodel & Design

Photo of a small country 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and recessed-panel cabinets.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Farmhouse bathroom Photographer: Rob Karosis
Photo of a mid-sized country bathroom in New York with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and brown benchtops.

Navy is a Neutral Ranch Remodel & Addition

KBG Design

Beach style kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, cement tiles, engineered quartz benchtops and a shower curtain.

Shabby Chic

Morgan McMurphy Renovation & Design

Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Chicago with grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, marble benchtops, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

The Listed House

Simpson & Voyle

This image portrays a sleek and modern bathroom vanity design that exudes luxury and sophistication. The vanity features a dark wood finish with a pronounced grain, providing a rich contrast to the bright, marbled countertop. The clean lines of the cabinetry underscore a minimalist aesthetic, while the undermount sink maintains the seamless look of the countertop. Above the vanity, a large mirror reflects the bathroom's interior, amplifying the sense of space and light. Elegant wall-mounted faucets with a brushed gold finish emerge directly from the marble, adding a touch of opulence and an attention to detail that speaks to the room's bespoke quality. The lighting is provided by a trio of globe lights set against a muted grey wall, casting a soft glow that enhances the warm tones of the brass fixtures. A roman shade adorns the window, offering privacy and light control, and contributing to the room's tranquil ambiance. The marble flooring ties the elements together with its subtle veining, reflecting the same patterns found in the countertop. This bathroom combines functionality with design excellence, showcasing a preference for high-quality materials and a refined color palette that together create an inviting and restful retreat.

Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build

Haven Design and Construction

This sophisticated black and white bath belongs to the clients' teenage son. He requested a masculine design with a warming towel rack and radiant heated flooring. A few gold accents provide contrast against the black cabinets and pair nicely with the matte black plumbing fixtures. A tall linen cabinet provides a handy storage area for towels and toiletries. The focal point of the room is the bold shower accent wall that provides a welcoming surprise when entering the bath from the basement hallway.

Southold - Modern Twist on North Fork Home

G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.

Master Bathroom remodel in North Fork vacation house. The marble tile floor flows straight through to the shower eliminating the need for a curb. A stationary glass panel keeps the water in and eliminates the need for a door. Glass tile on the walls compliments the marble on the floor while maintaining the modern feel of the space.

Wetroom in Master Bath

Orren Pickell Building Group

Wetroom master bath features Kohler Underscore rectangle drop in bubble massage air bathtub with bask heated surface, electric radiant floor heat, Porcelanosa tile, 3cm organic white countertops and spa style steam shower.

Calistoga Vacation Home

Wit Interiors

The black fixtures in this bathroom add a bit of drama to the white walls and tile, balanced out by the movement in the geometric tile pattern on the floor. Photo Credit: Meghan Caudill

Bouchardon - 30m²

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

Une belle douche toute de rose vêtue, avec sa paroi transparente sur-mesure. L'ensemble répond au sol en terrazzo et sa pointe de rose.
This is an example of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, pink tile, ceramic tile, white walls, terrazzo floors, a console sink, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and pink benchtops.

Franklin Park Custom Home

WINN Design+Build

Photo of a mid-sized bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

All Wall Tile Bathroom Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Floor

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.