To meet the client‘s brief and maintain the character of the house it was decided to retain the existing timber framed windows and VJ timber walling above tiles. The client loves green and yellow, so a patterned floor tile including these colours was selected, with two complimentry subway tiles used for the walls up to the picture rail. The feature green tile used in the back of the shower. A playful bold vinyl wallpaper was installed in the bathroom and above the dado rail in the toilet. The corner back to wall bath, brushed gold tapware and accessories, wall hung custom vanity with Davinci Blanco stone bench top, teardrop clearstone basin, circular mirrored shaving cabinet and antique brass wall sconces finished off the look. The picture rail in the high section was painted in white to match the wall tiles and the above VJ‘s were painted in Dulux Triamble to match the custom vanity 2 pak finish. This colour framed the small room and with the high ceilings softened the space and made it more intimate. The timber window architraves were retained, whereas the architraves around the entry door were painted white to match the wall tiles. The adjacent toilet was changed to an in wall cistern and pan with tiles, wallpaper, accessories and wall sconces to match the bathroom Overall, the design allowed open easy access, modernised the space and delivered the wow factor that the client was seeking.

Navy Master Bathroom

Riki S. Design

Modern master bathroom featuring large format Carrara porcelain tiles, herringbone marble flooring, and custom navy vanity.
Mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a corner shower, multi-coloured tile, porcelain tile, marble floors, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

University Bath Renovations

TVL Creative Ltd.

This project was not only full of many bathrooms but also many different aesthetics. The goals were fourfold, create a new master suite, update the basement bath, add a new powder bath and my favorite, make them all completely different aesthetics. Primary Bath-This was originally a small 60SF full bath sandwiched in between closets and walls of built-in cabinetry that blossomed into a 130SF, five-piece primary suite. This room was to be focused on a transitional aesthetic that would be adorned with Calcutta gold marble, gold fixtures and matte black geometric tile arrangements. Powder Bath-A new addition to the home leans more on the traditional side of the transitional movement using moody blues and greens accented with brass. A fun play was the asymmetry of the 3-light sconce brings the aesthetic more to the modern side of transitional. My favorite element in the space, however, is the green, pink black and white deco tile on the floor whose colors are reflected in the details of the Australian wallpaper. Hall Bath-Looking to touch on the home's 70's roots, we went for a mid-mod fresh update. Black Calcutta floors, linear-stacked porcelain tile, mixed woods and strong black and white accents. The green tile may be the star but the matte white ribbed tiles in the shower and behind the vanity are the true unsung heroes.

Rancho Higuera Project

Culbertson Interiors

Shutter Avenue Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean master bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, multi-coloured tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, beige floor, beige benchtops and granite benchtops.

KSI Designer Lisa Huckabaa

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Spa bathroom with curb-less shower and freestanding tub. Dura Supreme cabinetry in Silverton, Storm Grey provide striking contrast to the crisp white wall tile. The countertop Cambria Roxwell and crystal chandelier adds a touch of elegance. Photography by Beth Singer.

Bathroom Excellence

HSK Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a sliding shower screen, beige benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and recessed.

Saratoga

Melissa Nierman Designs

Photo of a large country master bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, timber and planked wall panelling.

Clean-lined Bathroom

address designs

Wood cabinetry, earthy tile, and a neutral wall color create a lovely sanctuary out of this compact bathroom.
Design ideas for a small transitional bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a sliding shower screen, beige benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA.

Coastal Designs Interiors

Mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, cement tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Beautiful Master Bathroom Oasis in McLean VA 22102

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Huge transformation to convert old bathroom into an Oasis master bathroom that is elegant, spacious, bright, highly functional ; thus it is a master bathroom they can enjoy for many years to come! beautiful master bathroom elegant master bathroom in McLean VA bright

Eton Master Bath Remodel with Built-In Washer Dryer Custom Cabinet in Towson

Charleene's Houses, LLC

Inspired by a cool, tranquil space punctuated with high-end details such as convenient folding teak shower benches, polished nickel and laser-cut marble shower tiles that add bright swirls of visual movement. And the hidden surprise is the stack washer/dryer unit built into the tasteful center floor to ceiling cabinet.

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.

Bellevue Master Bath Remodel

Innovative Kitchen and Bath

Shaker cabinets in Amazing Gray by Sherwin Williams, Pental quartz countertops in Statuario, Bedrosian subway tile in Grace Bianco 4x12, and Bedrosian tile flooring in Tahoe Barrel laid in a herringbone pattern.

4803 Grey Hawk

Epic Homes

Photo of an expansive transitional master wet room bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Ames Bathroom

Smart Space

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, red cabinets, multi-coloured tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, marble benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, an undermount sink and an open shower.

Pacific Heights Residential Remodel

Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders

Originally built in 1929 and designed by famed architect Albert Farr who was responsible for the Wolf House that was built for Jack London in Glen Ellen, this building has always had tremendous historical significance. In keeping with tradition, the new design incorporates intricate plaster crown moulding details throughout with a splash of contemporary finishes lining the corridors. From venetian plaster finishes to German engineered wood flooring this house exhibits a delightful mix of traditional and contemporary styles. Many of the rooms contain reclaimed wood paneling, discretely faux-finished Trufig outlets and a completely integrated Savant Home Automation system. Equipped with radiant flooring and forced air-conditioning on the upper floors as well as a full fitness, sauna and spa recreation center at the basement level, this home truly contains all the amenities of modern-day living. The primary suite area is outfitted with floor to ceiling Calacatta stone with an uninterrupted view of the Golden Gate bridge from the bathtub. This building is a truly iconic and revitalized space.

Pelican Shores Lake Home #8

Copper Homes Limited

Inspiration for a 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 and granite benchtops.

Barron Park

SDG Architecture, Inc.

Bernard Andre'
Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, multi-coloured tile and white walls.

Contemporary Bathroom

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in Santa Barbara with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a curbless shower and multi-coloured tile.

French Country Casual Rumson NJ

Town & Country Kitchen and Bath

Patricia Burke
Photo of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, blue walls, blue benchtops, recycled glass benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Multi-coloured 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.