After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Silver Falls Court

J Wiley Designs

Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Family Home in Seminole

Lindross Remodeling

Photo of a large eclectic master bathroom in Tampa with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, multi-coloured benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and a curbless shower.

Beautiful Stone & Stucco Home on Acreage

J.W. Neathery Custom Home Craftsman

Large vanity with his & her sinks with plenty of storage for everyone!
Design ideas for a large traditional bathroom in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

EAST 4TH

Patrice Rios Design

Master bathroom design. Light wood flooring. Olive green cabinetry. Granite countertops and glass tiled backsplash. Chrome plumbing fixtures.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, glass tile, multi-coloured walls, plywood floors, a drop-in sink and granite benchtops.

My Gallery

Gemini Tile & Marble

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, white walls, plywood floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops and multi-coloured floor.

Miramar Beach in February

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Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown walls, plywood floors, a console sink, granite benchtops, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtops.

Pool Courtyard Design

Kevin Young Designer, Inc.

This is an example of a large mediterranean master bathroom in Houston with dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, beige walls, plywood floors and granite benchtops.

3d interior design of Bathroom by Yantram 3d interior rendering company, Dallas,

Yantram Animation Studio - Interior Designer

360 Walkthrough Roadside Apartment & Interior Bathroom Design with Mirror Design Modern Furniture Developed by Yantram 3D Exterior Modeling, Dallas, USA

Luna Pearl

ATL Granite Installers and Fabricators

Unique Luna Pearl, Contact us today for Unique Elegance & your free estimate! Installation included.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern bathroom in Atlanta with grey cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, plywood floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, grey benchtops and a single vanity.

Nue- Bathrooms

JEM Remodel & Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Silver Falls Court

J Wiley Designs

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Columbia Victorian

Bellingham Bay Builders

Silver Falls Court

J Wiley Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, matchstick tile, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

My Gallery

Gemini Tile & Marble

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, white walls, plywood floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops and multi-coloured floor.

EAST 4TH

Patrice Rios Design

Tiled backsplash and granite countertops. Glass tiled shower. White slab door vanity.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass tile, multi-coloured walls, plywood floors, a drop-in sink and granite benchtops.

Nue- Bathrooms

JEM Remodel & Construction, Inc.

Large traditional master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Luna Pearl

ATL Granite Installers and Fabricators

Luna Pearl, Contact us today for Unique Elegance & your free estimate! Installation included.
Photo of a mid-sized modern bathroom in Atlanta with a built-in vanity, grey cabinets, white tile, white walls, plywood floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, grey benchtops and a single vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Plywood Floors and Granite 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.