A wall was removed and a window enlarged to create this open, clean space for the master bathroom. Vessel sinks, a floating vanity with inset hardware, wall mounted faucets, tile set on the diagonal and lighted mirrors add layers of detail and texture for a spectacular space.

Bywood Street Residence

O’Hara Interiors

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design | Kyle Hunt & Partners, Builder | Mike Sharratt, Architect | Troy Thies, Photography | Shannon Gale, Photo Styling

Addition for In-law Apartment

Kate Cleveland Architect

Tom Crane Photography
Large traditional 3/4 bathroom in Philadelphia with a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, grey walls, glass benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and grey floor.

Ricordi d'infanzia | 120mq

Emanuela Terrile

Foto di Adriano Pecchio
Small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Milan with gray tile, porcelain tile, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, grey floor, an alcove shower, a hinged shower door and brown benchtops.

Casa Piazza Vittorio • Progetto di 02A

Giulia Natalia Comito

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in tub, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, beige floor, blue benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Woodley House Guest Bath

Kelsie Hornby, ASID, Elegant Designs, Inc.

Elegant Designs, Inc. Guest Bath (photography by Dan Mayers)
Design ideas for a large traditional bathroom in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige tile, granite benchtops, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo and porcelain tile.

Hazelhurst

Widney Pierson Interior Design

Design ideas for a beach style master bathroom in Charleston with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Bath Renovations

KSA Kitchens

This masterbath is in a 1990's condo and was ready for an update! Space was limited but by staggering the vanity with makeup counter is both multi-purpose and gives the illusion of more space. The listello accent is a combination of glass, stainless and stone tile and puts some sparkle into the room. The Elmwood cabinetry is in the Knight's Armor finish. The sconces are by Restoration Hardware. The marble counter is Calacutta Gold. There are ways to save money in a remodel which you can then put into other items. The listello was actually 12x12 tile cut into strips. The flooring looks like wood but is porcelain tile by The Tile Shop. Design by Carol Luke. Photo by KJ Krammes

Modern and airy suburban home

avenue design inc

Aia photography
Large contemporary master bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and solid surface benchtops.

Multi Generational Luxury

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in Other with beige tile, porcelain tile, white walls and granite benchtops.

Elm Street Residence

Area3 Design Studio Inc.

Kristen McGaughey
Inspiration for a small modern kids bathroom in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an alcove tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls and porcelain floors.

Bellevuegatan 7, Jönköping

Svensk Fastighetsförmedling, Jönköping

Svensk Fastighetsförmedling, Jönköping
Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink and granite benchtops.

Edificio Residenziale - Appartamenti MOKE UP -Luxury House

Viviana Severini

Foto Zitti Realizzazione bagno en suite all'interno della camera principale. En-suite bathroom inside the Master Bedroom
Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with light wood cabinets, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, a trough sink and wood benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Porcelain Tile

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.