This one-acre property now features a trio of homes on three lots where previously there was only a single home on one lot. Surrounded by other single family homes in a neighborhood where vacant parcels are virtually unheard of, this project created the rare opportunity of constructing not one, but two new homes. The owners purchased the property as a retirement investment with the goal of relocating from the East Coast to live in one of the new homes and sell the other two. The original home - designed by the distinguished architectural firm of Edwards & Plunkett in the 1930's - underwent a complete remodel both inside and out. While respecting the original architecture, this 2,089 sq. ft., two bedroom, two bath home features new interior and exterior finishes, reclaimed wood ceilings, custom light fixtures, stained glass windows, and a new three-car garage. The two new homes on the lot reflect the style of the original home, only grander. Neighborhood design standards required Spanish Colonial details – classic red tile roofs and stucco exteriors. Both new three-bedroom homes with additional study were designed with aging in place in mind and equipped with elevator systems, fireplaces, balconies, and other custom amenities including open beam ceilings, hand-painted tiles, and dark hardwood floors. Photographer: Santa Barbara Real Estate Photography

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Floors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble

Hampstead Residence

Indie & Co.

Design ideas for a large scandinavian kids bathroom in London with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, brown tile, ceramic tile, terrazzo benchtops, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Terravita CASCATA Model Home (Niagara Falls)

Kenmore Homes

Master ensuite features a black vanity with modern brushed gold pulls, white quartz counter top, brushed gold faucets, aged gold brass wall sconces, black framed rectangular mirrors against a ceramic tile wood design wall.

Scheefe/Walters Whole House Remodel Edina

College City Design Build

Design ideas for a large transitional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink, an alcove shower, brown tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Memorial Riad

Marion Interior Design

Photo of a mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Houston with dark wood cabinets, a curbless shower, blue tile, brown tile, green tile, mosaic tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, beige floor, a hinged shower door, turquoise benchtops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Moraga Master Bathroom Makeover

Gordon Reese Design Build

We converted this small master bathroom into a large feeling oasis by raising the ceiling, adding lighting, and upgrading all features and fixtures. The large format multi-tiles compliment the counter tops and give this bathroom style and elegance. Photo Credit: marilyn cunningham photography

Luxury Master Bath with Fireplace

R. B. Schwarz, Inc.

Warm master bathroom with luxury bathroom fireplace, freestanding tub, enclosed steam shower, custom cabinetry, stone tile feature wall, porcelain tile floors, wood paneling and custom crown molding. Photo Credits: Thom Sheridan

Organic Southwest

Urban Design Associates

An Organic Southwestern master bathroom with slate and snail shower. Architect: Urban Design Associates, Lee Hutchison Interior Designer: Bess Jones Interiors Builder: R-Net Custom Homes Photography: Dino Tonn

Union County Bathroom Remodel

IMPROVE or MOVE

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Newark with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, gray tile, porcelain tile, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Cottage by the Coast

Amanda Webster Design

Photo- Neil Rashba
Design ideas for a traditional master bathroom in Jacksonville with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown tile, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Master Bath

Paula Ables Interiors

This Master Bath with it's His and Her vanity spaces and under-mount tub give the room a comfortable yet classic and serene feel. Coles Hairston
Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Austin with beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, beige tile, brown tile, mosaic tile, solid surface benchtops, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

LUXE MOUNTAIN HOME

Alder and Tweed Design Co.

Luxury Mountain Modern Bathroom
Inspiration for a country bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown tile, brown walls, a vessel sink, white floor and white benchtops.

Past Projects

Jones Custom Builders, inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, porcelain tile, white walls, wood benchtops and a hinged shower door.

Finished Projects

Armani Enterprise INC.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, black tile, brown tile, gray tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Lakemore Retreat Lodge

Design Classics

Photo of a country bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door.

Relaxation Master Bath

Reliance Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, ceramic tile, beige walls and ceramic floors.

Bathroom Remodels

Nixon Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, porcelain tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

garden oaks- 867 lamonte

Allen Irvin - Designer

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts master bathroom in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, white tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, marble floors, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Luxurious Walk-in Bathtub with Chrome Accessories (Open Door)

Re-Bath Baton Rouge

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in New Orleans with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, brown floor and beige benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Brown 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.