A double pedestal sink stands in front of a wall of laser cut grey and white marble in a geometric pattern. Photo by Phillip Ennis
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors and a console sink.

Bath Renovations

KSA Kitchens

This masterbath is in a 1990's condo and was ready for an update! Space was limited but by staggering the vanity with makeup counter is both multi-purpose and gives the illusion of more space. The listello accent is a combination of glass, stainless and stone tile and puts some sparkle into the room. The Elmwood cabinetry is in the Knight's Armor finish. The sconces are by Restoration Hardware. The marble counter is Calacutta Gold. There are ways to save money in a remodel which you can then put into other items. The listello was actually 12x12 tile cut into strips. The flooring looks like wood but is porcelain tile by The Tile Shop. Design by Carol Luke. Photo by KJ Krammes

A Star is Born!

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW A tired primary bathroom, with varying ceiling heights and a beige-on-beige color scheme, was screaming for love. Squaring the room and adding natural materials erased the memory of the lack luster space and converted it to a bright and welcoming spa oasis. The home was a new build in 2005 and it looked like all the builder’s material choices remained. The client was clear on their design direction but were challenged by the differing ceiling heights and were looking to hire a design-build firm that could resolve that issue. This local Glen Ellyn couple found us on Instagram (@kitchenstudioge, follow us ?). They loved our designs and felt like we fit their style. They requested a full primary bath renovation to include a large shower, soaking tub, double vanity with storage options, and heated floors. The wife also really wanted a separate make-up vanity. The biggest challenge presented to us was to architecturally marry the various ceiling heights and deliver a streamlined design. The existing layout worked well for the couple, so we kept everything in place, except we enlarged the shower and replaced the built-in tub with a lovely free-standing model. We also added a sitting make-up vanity. We were able to eliminate the awkward ceiling lines by extending all the walls to the highest level. Then, to accommodate the sprinklers and HVAC, lowered the ceiling height over the entrance and shower area which then opens to the 2-story vanity and tub area. Very dramatic! This high-end home deserved high-end fixtures. The homeowners also quickly realized they loved the look of natural marble and wanted to use as much of it as possible in their new bath. They chose a marble slab from the stone yard for the countertops and back splash, and we found complimentary marble tile for the shower. The homeowners also liked the idea of mixing metals in their new posh bathroom and loved the look of black, gold, and chrome. Although our clients were very clear on their style, they were having a difficult time pulling it all together and envisioning the final product. As interior designers it is our job to translate and elevate our clients’ ideas into a deliverable design. We presented the homeowners with mood boards and 3D renderings of our modern, clean, white marble design. Since the color scheme was relatively neutral, at the homeowner’s request, we decided to add of interest with the patterns and shapes in the room. We were first inspired by the shower floor tile with its circular/linear motif. We designed the cabinetry, floor and wall tiles, mirrors, cabinet pulls, and wainscoting to have a square or rectangular shape, and then to create interest we added perfectly placed circles to contrast with the rectangular shapes. The globe shaped chandelier against the square wall trim is a delightful yet subtle juxtaposition. The clients were overjoyed with our interpretation of their vision and impressed with the level of detail we brought to the project. It’s one thing to know how you want a space to look, but it takes a special set of skills to create the design and see it thorough to implementation. Could hiring The Kitchen Studio be the first step to making your home dreams come to life?

Newport Beach Mid-Century Modern

Haven Development Group, Inc.

Midcentury master bathroom in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, white walls, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

On Point

Brewster Thornton Group Architects, LLP

Robert Brewster Photography
Photo of a small beach style 3/4 bathroom in Providence with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

West Carpenter Bath

Osborne Construction

Sam Oberter
Photo of a large modern master bathroom in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, stone tile, white walls and porcelain floors.

Guest bathroom

Holst Brothers General Contractors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style bathroom in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, white walls and an undermount sink.

SW Portland Tudor

Ann McCulloch Shop & Studio

Detail of master bathroom backsplash. Photo by David Hiser
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, a claw-foot tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, subway tile, grey walls and mosaic tile floors.

West Dulwich Family Home

Imperfect Interiors

We added a polished nickel walk in shower with marble floor & wall tiles to the master en-suite bathroom of our West Dulwich Family Home
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in London with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, green walls, marble floors, marble benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Transitional Bathroom

Design ideas for a transitional master bathroom in Denver with white cabinets, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Bathroom and SIDLER Mirror in 200 Amsterdam, New York, NY

SIDLER®

Large modern master bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an integrated sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

French Country with a Twist

Counter Intelligence with H and S Craftsmen

This is an example of a mid-sized kids bathroom in Albuquerque with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a drop-in tub, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Winchester Custom Kitchen and Bath Remodel

Don Foote Contracting

Master bathroom with custom made shaker vanity undermount and double sinks. Frameless tempered glass shower door and panel. Photography by Todd Gieg

"Organic Glam" in Miami Shores

BDesign

Francisco Aguila Photography This was a compact Master bath which we completely transformed into a modern light and usable space. We added a large shower and a vanity with lots of storage and counter space for the client. By using a large full wall mirror, it makes the space seem larger and opens it up. We also added some nice accent pendants to add a touch of warmth. Vanity is solid walnut with a marble top, floor is also a marble and walls are large format subway tiles.

Bay Colony De-Med Remodel

Collins DuPont Design Group

Designer: Lana Knapp, ASID/NCIDQ - Collins & DuPont Photographer: Lori Hamilton - Hamilton Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, multi-coloured tile, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor and an open shower.

West End Maximalism | Design and Build

Nistenhaus Design LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic bathroom in St Louis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a claw-foot tub, multi-coloured tile, marble, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, black benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

A Star is Born!

TKS Design Group

Primary Suite Shower

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country Master bathroom's walk-in shower features all white tile and a gold shower head. A crystal chandelier hangs from the center of the room. This French Country wood doors are customly designed.

Urban Farmhouse

Brianna Michelle Interior Design

Stephen Allen Photography
Photo of a transitional bathroom in Orlando with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured tile, pebble tile, a trough sink, marble benchtops and grey floor.

Master Suite and Office- Ortega

BeeTree Homes

Photo of a country master bathroom in Jacksonville with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an alcove shower, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Multi-coloured Tile and Marble Benchtops

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.