Inspiration for a small eclectic bathroom in Denver with a claw-foot tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, cement tiles, a pedestal sink, multi-coloured floor and a shower curtain.

Avenue Parmentier par Mathilde Abeel - Ma Petite Décoration

Mon Concept Habitation

Stéphane Vasco
Small scandinavian master bathroom in Paris with medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, white tile, blue walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor, flat-panel cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, subway tile, cement tiles, an open shower and brown benchtops.

Small Bathroom Design - Mosman

Minosa | Design Life Better

Project Description Set on the 2nd floor of a 1950’s modernist apartment building in the sought after Sydney Lower North Shore suburb of Mosman, this apartments only bathroom was in dire need of a lift. The building itself well kept with features of oversized windows/sliding doors overlooking lovely gardens, concrete slab cantilevers, great orientation for capturing the sun and those sleek 50’s modern lines. It is home to Stephen & Karen, a professional couple who renovated the interior of the apartment except for the lone, very outdated bathroom. That was still stuck in the 50’s – they saved the best till last. Structural Challenges Very small room - 3.5 sq. metres; Door, window and wall placement fixed; Plumbing constraints due to single skin brick walls and outdated pipes; Low ceiling, Inadequate lighting & Poor fixture placement. Client Requirements Modern updated bathroom; NO BATH required; Clean lines reflecting the modernist architecture Easy to clean, minimal grout; Maximize storage, niche and Good lighting Design Statement You could not swing a cat in there! Function and efficiency of flow is paramount with small spaces and ensuring there was a single transition area was on top of the designer’s mind. The bathroom had to be easy to use, and the lines had to be clean and minimal to compliment the 1950’s architecture (and to make this tiny space feel bigger than it actual was). As the bath was not used regularly, it was the first item to be removed. This freed up floor space and enhanced the flow as considered above. Due to the thin nature of the walls and plumbing constraints, the designer built up the wall (basin elevation) in parts to allow the plumbing to be reconfigured. This added depth also allowed for ample recessed overhead mirrored wall storage and a niche to be built into the shower. As the overhead units provided enough storage the basin was wall hung with no storage under. This coupled with the large format light coloured tiles gave the small room the feeling of space it required. The oversized tiles are effortless to clean, as is the solid surface material of the washbasin. The lighting is also enhanced by these materials and therefore kept quite simple. LEDS are fixed above and below the joinery and also a sensor activated LED light was added under the basin to offer a touch a tech to the owners. The renovation of this bathroom is the final piece to complete this apartment reno, and as such this 50’s wonder is ready to live on in true modern style.

Birmingham House ¦ Fish Scale Tiles ¦ Sea Green and Jade Colour

Tile Desire

ON-TREND SCALES Move over metro tiles and line a wall with fabulously funky Fish Scale designs. Also known as scallop, fun or mermaid tiles, this pleasing-to-the-eye shape is a Moroccan tile classic that's trending hard right now and offers a sophisticated alternative to metro/subway designs. Mermaids tiles are this year's unicorns (so they say) and Fish Scale tiles are how to take the trend to a far more grown-up level. Especially striking across a whole wall or in a shower room, make the surface pop in vivid shades of blue and green for an oceanic vibe that'll refresh and invigorate. If colour doesn't float your boat, just exchange the bold hues for neutral shades and use a dark grout to highlight the pattern. Alternatively, go to www.tiledesire.com there are more than 40 colours to choose and mix!! Photo Credits: http://iortz-photo.com/

HGTV Bathrooms

Soko Design

Bethany Nauert
Inspiration for a mid-sized country bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, subway tile, an undermount sink, brown cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, cement tiles, marble benchtops, black floor and an open shower.

Montecito

Tracy Lynn Studio

Photography: Ryan Garvin
Midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, green tile, white walls, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, flat-panel cabinets, pebble tile floors, an undermount sink, grey floor and white benchtops.

Caulfield North - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Melbourne with a drop-in tub, a corner shower, white tile, yellow floor, a hinged shower door, porcelain tile, cement tiles, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls.

Sunset Residence

Hoke Ley

Blake Worthington, Rebecca Duke
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor and flat-panel cabinets.

Beach Style Bathroom

Inspiration for a small beach style 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, pebble tile floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, grey floor, brown benchtops and flat-panel cabinets.

Southern Charm in the Pacific Northwest

Charla Ray Interior Design

photography by Lincoln Barbour
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, ceramic tile, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain, blue tile, blue walls and blue floor.

Outdoor Tub

Pu'uwai Design & Construction

This outdoor bathtub is the perfect tropical escape. The large natural stone tub is nestled into the tropical landscaping at the back of the his and her's outdoor showers, and carefully tucked between the two rock walls dividing the showers from the main back yard. Loose flowers float in the tub and a simple teak stool holds a fresh white towel. The black pebble pathway lined with puka pavers leads back to the showers and Master bathroom beyond.

Family bathroom with matt black detailing and patterned tile floor – Hove

The Brighton Bathroom Company

Randi Sokoloff
Photo of a small modern kids bathroom in Sussex with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, cement tiles, a wall-mount sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

New Construction

Anthony Duncan Architect

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, cement tiles, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a sliding shower screen and beige benchtops.

16th Street

Kate Lester Interiors

This is an example of a beach style 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with green cabinets, white walls, cement tiles, green floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Whitewing

AFT Construction

High Res Media
Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with white tile, subway tile, a wall-mount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, cement tiles and engineered quartz benchtops.

Bathrooms and Vanities

Silver Birch

Bathroom with Floating Vanity
Mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, pebble tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor and an open shower.

Five Star Bath Solutions

Five Star Bath Solutions of Orem

Small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Salt Lake City with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a bidet, beige tile, stone tile, white walls, a pedestal sink, a sliding shower screen, pebble tile floors, solid surface benchtops, white floor and white benchtops.

Malibu Colony Modern

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

Large contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with an open shower, white walls, pebble tile floors, an integrated sink, an open shower, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a bidet and solid surface benchtops.

Grasmere Rd, Cremorne

Dieppe Design

Our client engaged us to provide a cost effective design to update their apartments bathroom and ensuites for sale. The existing 70's bathrooms were tired and poorly laid out. We re-planned the spaces to maximise the open space and conceal the plumbing to provide a modern and contemporary feel within a tight budget.

Carrara marble tile with pebble stone floor

Flooring Master

Modern style shower with 12x24 porcelain tile and pebble stone on the floor. Edges were finished with chrome Schluters for the perfect bathroom.
Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Tampa with a freestanding tub, a double shower, white tile, porcelain tile and pebble tile floors.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Pebble Tile Floors and Cement Tiles

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.