Old fixer-uppers often require two competing levels of priorities from their new homeowners. First and foremost is the need to immediately attend to those repairs that ensure the continued functioning and general well being of the house’s structure. By nature, these usually demand “house on fire!” status, especially when compared to other types of remodeling work that simply enhances aesthetics and general comfort. In the case of a Delaware couple, a structural issue with the front of their 125 year old Victorian (it was sinking!), along with some other more pressing challenges, put a 13 year long hold on getting the bathroom for which they had long dreamed. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. By the time Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers was hired to handle the construction, the couple certainly had put plenty of thought into converting a spare second-floor bedroom into the master bath. Courtney Burnett, Fox’s Interior Design Manager on the project, credits the owners for “having great creative minds, with lots of ideas to contribute.” By the time it came to put a formal design plan into place, the client “drove the look while we devised how the space would function.” It’s worth noting that there are drawbacks in being given too much time for advance planning. Owners’ tastes in design may change, while a steady stream of new fixtures and building products always demand consideration up to the last minute. “We had been collecting ideas for a while…pictures of what we liked, but as it turned out, when it came time to select fixtures, tile, etc., we used little from those pictures,” the owners admit. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. The finished bath exudes an art deco spirit that isn’t true to the home’s Victorian origins, which Burnett attributes to being more of a reflection of the homeowners’ preferences than the actual era of the structure. Despite that incongruity, everyone feels that they have remained true to the house by selecting vintage style elements, including subway tiles for the walls, hexagonal tile for the floors, and a pedestal sink that served as the focal point for the entire room. But as with all dreams, once one is achieved, a new one soon beckons. With the bathroom’s strikingly beautiful turquoise paint barely dry, the completion of that long-awaited project has served to kick-start plans for finishing off the remainder of the Victorian’s second floor.

Potrero Hill Residence

Haller Architecture & Design

Peter Medelik Inc., Photographer
Photo of a transitional bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, grey walls and mosaic tile floors.

Silver Strand Beach House

ROBERT KERR architecture design

Art Gray, Art Gray Photography
This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, yellow tile, a shower/bathtub combo, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor and an open shower.

Small Bathroom Renovation

Christopher Patrick Interiors

Design ideas for an eclectic bathroom in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, red walls and mosaic tile floors.

Newburyport Riverside Home - Master Bath

Frank Shirley Architects

Photo by Randy O'Rourke
Large traditional master bathroom in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, gray tile, marble, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops, grey floor and grey benchtops.

Sellwood-Moreland Basement Remodel - Bathroom View

Kraft Custom Construction

This basement remodel held special significance for an expectant young couple eager to adapt their home for a growing family. Facing the challenge of an open layout that lacked functionality, our team delivered a complete transformation. The project's scope involved reframing the layout of the entire basement, installing plumbing for a new bathroom, modifying the stairs for code compliance, and adding an egress window to create a livable bedroom. The redesigned space now features a guest bedroom, a fully finished bathroom, a cozy living room, a practical laundry area, and private, separate office spaces. The primary objective was to create a harmonious, open flow while ensuring privacy—a vital aspect for the couple. The final result respects the original character of the house, while enhancing functionality for the evolving needs of the homeowners expanding family.

Guest Bathroom Renovation in Bucktown

Chi Renovation & Design

A bold statement and a warm welcome — that’s the tone our client set for this Guest Bathroom Renovation In Bucktown. The blue labyrinth vanity wallpaper introduces a striking element to the room, boasting bold geometric patterns that elevates the overall design. Secret Silver tiles grace the shower wall, niche, and floor, creating a sophisticated atmosphere with its marble effect and contrasting tones. The gray-painted wall and white ceiling tie everything together to create the perfect balance without overwhelming the space. The space is enhanced with the decorative accent of Newbury Glass Penny Mosaic in the shower floor, giving the bathroom an additional creative expression through its distinctive shape and color. The Shadowbox mirror from Shades of Light features a sleek matte black finish, providing depth in the border for both aesthetic appeal and function. The Industrial Triangle Shade Three Light lights up the vanity, embodying industrial minimalism, making the room burst with light and style. This guest bathroom brought our client's vision to life – a modern and inviting space that is functional at the same time. Project designed by Chi Renovation & Design, a renowned renovation firm based in Skokie. We specialize in general contracting, kitchen and bath remodeling, and design & build services. We cater to the entire Chicago area and its surrounding suburbs, with emphasis on the North Side and North Shore regions. You'll find our work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest. For more info about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/

Curbless Sauna & Shower Remodel in Tulsa, OK

Blanco Flooring and Remodeling

Amazing sauna + shower curbless combo along with heated floor throughout master bathroom floor. Dual shower heads in curbless shower with recessed inserts and niches. Beautiful freestanding tub with gorgeous chandelier.

North Shore Less is More

Leah Bolger Design

Inspiration for a contemporary kids bathroom in Chicago with white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, pink tile, mosaic tile, pink walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

San Rafael

D.L. Rhein

Contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, pink tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a wall-mount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door and a niche.

Como Gardenside

Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.

Contractor: JS Johnson & Associates Photography: Scott Amundson
Inspiration for a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with an alcove shower, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a console sink, white floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Master Bath with Double Shower

BSA Construction

Master bath with curbless shower with glass walls and door with polished nickel frame and hardware. Grey stone shower with white stone walls and shower benches and white honeycomb flooring. Gray shower walls with polished nickel shower fixtures. Double shower with rain showerhead. White bath with white soaking tub. White bath with light walnut vanity and white stone countertop.

Garden Room, Harpenden

Tanya Hudson Architecture & Interior Design Ltd

Trad / glam is the look for this pretty shower room. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣
Design ideas for a transitional bathroom with mosaic tile floors.

Adair Avenue

Elle Du Monde LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Cherokee Ave. Girl's Bath

DTLA DESIGN

This is an example of a transitional kids bathroom in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige tile, pink tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

MCWILLIAMS AVE - ROOM ADDITION

EV REMODELING INC.

Photo of a small modern kids bathroom in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, gray tile, mosaic tile floors, black floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Craftsman Bathroom Remodel

Emerald City Construction & Renovations

This project was such a joy! From the craftsman touches to the handmade tile we absolutely loved working on this bathroom. While taking on the bathroom we took on other changes throughout the home such as stairs, hardwood, custom cabinetry, and more.

Magnolia Manor

Ursus Homes, Inc

Photo of a contemporary bathroom in Seattle with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, mosaic tile floors, a wall-mount sink, grey floor, a shower curtain, a niche and a single vanity.

West Carmel Jack and Jill Refresh

Shine Design

Transitional bathroom in Indianapolis with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and planked wall panelling.

Windham Lodge

Kathy Kuo Designs Inc

We designed this bathroom to be clean, simple and modern with the use of the white subway tiles. The rustic aesthetic was achieved through the use of black metal finishes.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Plywood Floors and Mosaic Tile Floors

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.