This is an example of a large traditional kids bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a double shower, an urinal, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a trough sink, blue floor, a hinged shower door, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

California Craftsman

Arnold Brothers Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a beach style bathroom in Santa Barbara with white cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, white floor, a shower curtain, beige benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, shaker cabinets, a trough sink and an alcove tub.

East Coast Traditional

Fautt Homes

Great kids bath with trough sink and built in cabinets. Tile backsplash and custom mirror.
Mid-sized beach style kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Solana Beach Modern Farmhouse

Jula Cole Design

Custom bathroom with handmade Cement tiles
Photo of a mid-sized country kids bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, grey benchtops, multi-coloured tile, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

ADA Master Bath - Mandeville

Clover Crete LLC - Surface Solutions

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in New Orleans with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a curbless shower, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink and tile benchtops.

Organic Modern Mountain Home

Living Stone Design + Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized country master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor and black benchtops.

Clean and Classic Bathroom Remodel

TK Building & Design

This bathroom is shared by a family of four, and can be close quarters in the mornings with a cramped shower and single vanity. However, without having anywhere to expand into, the bathroom size could not be changed. Our solution was to keep it bright and clean. By removing the tub and having a clear shower door, you give the illusion of more open space. The previous tub/shower area was cut down a few inches in order to put a 48" vanity in, which allowed us to add a trough sink and double faucets. Though the overall size only changed a few inches, they are now able to have two people utilize the sink area at the same time. White subway tile with gray grout, hexagon shower floor and accents, wood look vinyl flooring, and a white vanity kept this bathroom classic and bright.

Douglass Street

Eastwood Development

This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Modern Mediterranean - Mountain View, CA

Saikley Architects

Down-to-studs remodel and second floor addition. The original house was a simple plain ranch house with a layout that didn’t function well for the family. We changed the house to a contemporary Mediterranean with an eclectic mix of details. Space was limited by City Planning requirements so an important aspect of the design was to optimize every bit of space, both inside and outside. The living space extends out to functional places in the back and front yards: a private shaded back yard and a sunny seating area in the front yard off the kitchen where neighbors can easily mingle with the family. A Japanese bath off the master bedroom upstairs overlooks a private roof deck which is screened from neighbors’ views by a trellis with plants growing from planter boxes and with lanterns hanging from a trellis above. Photography by Kurt Manley. https://saikleyarchitects.com/portfolio/modern-mediterranean/

Contemporary Farmhouse

Alair Homes Chilliwack

This contemporary farmhouse is located on a scenic acreage in Greendale, BC. It features an open floor plan with room for hosting a large crowd, a large kitchen with double wall ovens, tons of counter space, a custom range hood and was designed to maximize natural light. Shed dormers with windows up high flood the living areas with daylight. The stairwells feature more windows to give them an open, airy feel, and custom black iron railings designed and crafted by a talented local blacksmith. The home is very energy efficient, featuring R32 ICF construction throughout, R60 spray foam in the roof, window coatings that minimize solar heat gain, an HRV system to ensure good air quality, and LED lighting throughout. A large covered patio with a wood burning fireplace provides warmth and shelter in the shoulder seasons. Carsten Arnold Photography

Knollwood

DesignDot

After photos of completely renovated master bathroom Photo Credit: Jane Beiles
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with a freestanding tub, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, white walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, beige tile and subway tile.

Customized Claremont 2OF

King's Court Builders, Inc.

Custom home with a bright white bathroom with a subtle splash of color in the shower. The mosaic pattern of blues and grays really pops against the white subway tile in the shower. The white vessel sink stands out against the grey counter top which ties in beautifully with the mosaic tiles. A beautiful modern bathroom must see!

Colorful Ranch Retreat

JJ Interiors

A dramatic herringbone patterned stone wall will take your breath away. A curbless shower, integrated sink, and modern lighting bring an element of refinement.

Full Length, Shaker Style Vanity Cabinets

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Bay Area

Master bathroom vanity in full length shaker style cabinets and two large matching mirrors now accommodate him and her and open flooring allows for full dressing area. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

Government Camp

Rick Keating Photographer, RK Productions

Design Photography for www.kellyhadleydesigns.com ©photographs by Rick Keating
Inspiration for a transitional bathroom in Portland with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a trough sink, wood benchtops, brown floor and brown benchtops.

Pelican Shores Lake Home #8

Copper Homes Limited

Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, brown tile, multi-coloured tile, stone tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, a trough sink and granite benchtops.

Meticulous Victorian Renovation

Brian Gille Architects, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in New Orleans with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, a trough sink and solid surface benchtops.

Santa Carlotta Street

DTLA DESIGN

Inspiration for a small country 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a trough sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Urban Renewal Basement build out

Roberta Frank Designs Inc.

Urban Renewal Basement complete with barn doors, beams, hammered farmhouse sink, industrial lighting with flashes of blue accents and 3rd floor build out

Lake House IV

MHK Architecture & Planning

Rebecca Lehde, Inspiro 8 Studios
Design ideas for a country bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, pebble tile, a trough sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and a Trough Sink

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.