An Architect's bathroom added to the top floor of a beautiful home. Clean lines and cool colors are employed to create a perfect balance of soft and hard. Tile work and cabinetry provide great contrast and ground the space. Photographer: Dean Birinyi

Large Scale Full Home Remodel

Mariano & Co., LLC

Large transitional bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, beige benchtops, a shower seat and a built-in vanity.

Master & Guest Bathroom Combo

Flat Rate Remodeling, Inc.

Guest bath remodel Santa Monica, CA
Photo of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, a drop-in sink and quartzite benchtops.

Nedra

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior Design by designer and broker Jessica Koltun Home | Selling Dallas
Inspiration for an expansive beach style master bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, multi-coloured tile, stone tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Six Two Four

Heidi Arwine Interiors

Photos: Shoot2Sell
Inspiration for a small 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

SE Vancouver Residence

Rockwood Cabinetry

Interior Design by Maison Inc. Remodel by Charter Construction Photos by David Papazian
Large traditional master bathroom in Portland with white cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, multi-coloured tile, grey floor, quartzite benchtops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Plenty of Bathroom Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

Rich brown cabinets float above the porcelain concrete look floor. The counter top is undisturbed thanks to a wall mounted faucet that flows into an under-mount sink. - Chris Veith Photography

Boerum Hill Townhouse

Eric Safyan / Architect PC

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor and an open shower.

Farmhouse Master Bath in Barrington Hills

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.

Sherwood Primary Suite

Charla Ray Interior Design

Large transitional master bathroom in Portland with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Seattle Primary Bathroom

Ellen Weiss Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master wet room bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, pebble tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a double vanity.

Carmel Valley

JDR Construction Company, Inc.

Visual Arts
Photo of a transitional bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile and glass tile.

Clipper Residence Modern Three Story Complete Remodel

Ignition Architecture

Photo by Treve Johnson
Design ideas for a modern master bathroom in San Francisco with a freestanding tub, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, beige tile, gray tile, multi-coloured tile, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Sausalito Shingle Style

David Ludwig - Architect

New Master Bath features curbless walk-in shower and vessle tub.
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, multi-coloured tile, an undermount sink, an open shower, white benchtops, ceramic tile, white walls, limestone floors, quartzite benchtops and white floor.

The Idea House

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity, beige cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Custom Home Bathrooms by Fratantoni Luxury Estates!

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

World Renowned Luxury Home Builder Fratantoni Luxury Estates built these beautiful Bathrooms! They build homes for families all over the country in any size and style. They also have in-house Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design and world-class interior designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers! Hire one or all three companies to design, build and or remodel your home!

Daydreaming in Blue: The Owner's Retreat

Malinda OHara Interiors

Large transitional master wet room bathroom in Kansas City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Cedar Point Baths

the Design Studio, LLC

Large traditional master bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, marble, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and wallpaper.

Hexagon shower

Jennifer Ryan Design

Updating this bathroom meant removing the tub to create a more streamlined look with just a shower. Keeping everything white except the hex tile gives at a fresh clean look. Katheryn Moran Photography

Top Homes in Arizona by Fratantoni Design!

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!

Bathroom Design Ideas with Multi-coloured Tile and Quartzite 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.