Bathroom Design Ideas with Quartzite Benchtops and Planked Wall Panelling

Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Point Breeze Classic

BPL Design Group

Small traditional master bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, wood-look tile, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

DO Master Bath

OC Home Builders, Inc.

This custom vanity cabinet offers plenty of storage in this space. The paneling is waterproof and adds an exquisite style to this space.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

A node to mid-century modern style which can be very chic and trendy, as this style is heating up in many renovation projects. This bathroom remodel has elements that tend towards this leading trend. We love designing your spaces and putting a distinctive style for each client. Must see the before photos and layout of the space. Custom teak vanity cabinet

Chanhassen Lake Charmer

Boyer Building Corporation

Where black, natural wood and white mix very well together!
This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Bright Bathroom Remodel

Neighborly Property Group

This bathroom was originally a 90's style suburban owner's suite bath with built-in Jaccuzi tub, and a large closet that took up bathroom floorspace. Through careful design and material selections the space was made to feel larger, brighter, more functional, and most importantly for this customer, more tranquil.

Lake Wylie Wonder

Spain Construction

Modern Farmhouse bright and airy, large master bathroom. Marble flooring, tile work, and quartz countertops with shiplap accents and a free-standing bath.

Porcelain Tile Walk in Shower in Newport Coast

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

Porcelain Tile Walk in Shower in Newport Coast
Design ideas for a mediterranean bathroom in Orange County with blue cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, an open shower, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Primary Bath Guest Bath and Laundry Remodel

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

www.genevacabinet.com Geneva Cabinet Company, Lake Geneva WI, It is very likely that function is the key motivator behind a bathroom makeover. It could be too small, dated, or just not working. Here we recreated the primary bath by borrowing space from an adjacent laundry room and hall bath. The new design delivers a spacious bathroom suite with the bonus of improved laundry storage.

Ambler, PA: Farmhouse Bathroom

Bella B Home Designs

We transformed this 80's bathroom into a modern farmhouse bathroom! Black shower, grey chevron tile, white distressed subway tile, a fun printed grey and white floor, ship-lap, white vanity, black mirrors and lighting, and a freestanding tub to unwind in after a long day!

Powder Room

Amy Cade Design

A complete redesign of mudroom, half bath and entry-way. My design included shiplapping walls, custom storage bench, work space above laundry, new door. I selected paint colors, light and bathroom fixtures and entryway furnishings.

SW Bouchaine

Williamson James Homes LLC

Mid-sized arts and crafts kids bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Walnut Creek Whole Home Remodel

Rexford Design

Contemporary and bright primary bathroom with double sink vanity, walk-in shower, porcelain tile floor and shower surround.
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Classic Design on Rolling Hills

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Inspiration for a large traditional 3/4 bathroom in Other with white cabinets, an alcove shower, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Master Bathroom Stratham Remodel

Silver Lining Home Design

Photo of a large transitional master wet room bathroom in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Primary Bath Guest Bath and Laundry Remodel

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

Luxurious Lake Home | Oconomowoc, WI

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for an expansive transitional master bathroom in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a curbless shower, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, wood-look tile, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Ambler, PA: Farmhouse Bathroom

Bella B Home Designs

Modern Farmhouse

The Highpoint House

In this new build we achieved a southern classic look on the exterior, with a modern farmhouse flair in the interior. The palette for this project focused on neutrals, natural woods, hues of blues, and accents of black. This allowed for a seamless and calm transition from room to room having each space speak to one another for a constant style flow throughout the home. We focused heavily on statement lighting, and classic finishes with a modern twist.

Cliffside Farmhouse

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a curbless shower, black and white tile, cement tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Quartzite Benchtops and Planked Wall Panelling

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.