Reallocated space for improved functionality gives this small traditional bathroom a fresh new beginning. Design was based upon the client’s love for the Ann Sacks Blue Dolomite marble.

Rolling Hills Stylish

CEK Design, Inc.

Large transitional master bathroom in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, marble floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

One House- 6 Bathrooms!

Sally Scott Interior Designer

Karissa Van Tassel Photography Soft colors and crisp white fixtures welcome guests to this updated bathroom. Glass mosaic tiles have a reflective quality that adds sparkle to the room. A standard shower head and hand held offer a choice when showering. Glass bubble door hardware completes the look.

Bathroom Remodel

Apple Wood Construction, Inc.

Custom blue glass tile shower with Dura Supreme cabinetry, Volga Blue granite and Moen fixtures. Photos by Keith Tharp
Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Boston with mosaic tile, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, white walls, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, a niche and a shower seat.

Pebble Beach Spanish Revival

Michelle Pheasant Design, Inc.

David Duncan Livingston
Photo of a mediterranean bathroom in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, blue tile, white walls, turquoise floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Master Bath

Glaze Design/Build

Cool, light blue tile adds a soothing feel to the space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Other with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, white walls, ceramic floors, raised-panel cabinets, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Yellow House

Widing Custom Homes

This custom estate home is a delightful mixture of classic and whimsical styles and is featured in Autumn 2012 edition of Michigan Home & Lifestyle. Photos by Dave Speckman

Los Altos Hills New Build

Carmit Oron Interior Design

This is an example of a large country kids bathroom in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

His and Hers Vanities

Denver Design Group

Some say the key to a happy marriage is a double vanity. In the previous layout Amy and her husband shared a small vanity with two sinks that left almost no usable counter space. In the new design we added a separate vanity under the window for him and now Amy has plenty of counter space on her own vanity. Sconce lighting for her means optimal lighting for applying makeup too. photo by Myndi Pressly

Fremont Coastal-Inspired Bathroom

Anna Jacoby Interiors

Ian Coleman Studio
Design ideas for a small beach style master bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, a corner shower, blue tile, glass tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Bath Gallery

Cabinets by Charron

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, beige tile, black and white tile, blue tile, stone slab, beige walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and beige floor.

Stylish Family Home

Three Little Pigs Colour & Design

This is an example of a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Melbourne with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, white tile, black walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Traditional Spanish Colonial - Guest Bathroom

EnviroHomeDesign LLC

Hadley Photo
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, an alcove shower, blue tile, porcelain tile and yellow walls.

Cherokee Homes Talavera Tile

Rustic Brick and Fireplace

Indoor and Outdoor Mexican Talavera Tile
Inspiration for a large mediterranean master bathroom in Sacramento with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, blue tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, red floor and orange benchtops.

Hillsboro Mile Residence

ESO Decorative Plumbing

Large beach style 3/4 bathroom in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a curbless shower, blue tile, gray tile, marble, blue walls, marble floors, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

French Country Bathroom

Beyond the Box Design Collective

Inspiration for a small master bathroom in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, beige benchtops, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Paradise- New Build

Lyrd Interiors

Photo of a kids bathroom in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, mosaic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a shower curtain, beige benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Callowhill Road

La Bella Casa Interior Designs

1980's split level receives much needed makeover with addition
Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, beige benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Transitional Beautification

JATES Construction, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, concrete floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Cherry Creek Preserve Master Bath Update

Dee Hurford Designs

The clients' builder standard master bathroom was updated using marble look ceramic tiles in shower and large format in matte on the floors. The shower walls and niche were accented in an Arabesque tile in Blanc et Gris by Daltile offering iridescent blues and grays

Bathroom Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and Blue 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.