Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, green walls, slate floors, a vessel sink and soapstone benchtops.

Rancho Cucamonga Bathroom Remodel

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Lakeside Timber Frame Home and Pavilions

KohlMark Architects and Builders

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

Meadowview Residence Remodel

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

KuDa Photography
Large modern 3/4 bathroom in Other with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Ugly Duckling to Swan

Martha Murray Design

Steve Tague Studios
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, porcelain tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

New custom homes

Solitude Homes

Photo of a large arts and crafts master bathroom in Boise with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, black tile, brown tile, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Master Bathroom - After

Realty Restoration, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors and soapstone benchtops.

Issaquah Traditional

RW Anderson Homes

Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, black walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Suburban Oasis

Eyoh Design

This is an example of a modern master bathroom in Orange County with white cabinets, an undermount tub, a corner shower, stone slab, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, black benchtops and shaker cabinets.

Mt. Washington Master Bathroom

Tower Creek Construction

Tower Creek Construction
Mid-sized country master bathroom in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Custom Bathroom

Taylor Woodworks

Custom white painted bathroom. Photo by Liz Taylor.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, stone tile, white walls, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Arts and Crafts Goes Off-Grid

Meadowlark Design+Build

Natural stone featured in the master bath zero-threshold shower. Arts and Crafts style custom home designed and built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This home is super energy efficient.

Jane's Bathroom

Brickhouse Kitchens and Baths

Inspiration for a small arts and crafts master bathroom in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, travertine floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Jane's Bathroom

Brickhouse Kitchens and Baths

Design ideas for a small arts and crafts master bathroom in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, travertine floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Denver Historic Home Kitchen and Master Bathroom Remodel

Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

Hot Shot Pros
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic master bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, subway tile, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops and black and white tile.

Beautiful Beach Home

Rausa Builders Corporation

Mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Contemporary Cottage

CMC Design Studio LLC

Rob Spring Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Boston with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, an alcove shower, a bidet, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, black tile, grey floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

River Stone Shower

JH Design Build

Andreas John
Photo of a small arts and crafts master bathroom in Burlington with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Under The Boardwalk

Morrison Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, a freestanding tub and marble.

Schroeder Residence

Yellowstone Architects

Inspiration for a large country master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, beige tile, brown tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink and soapstone benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Soapstone Benchtops

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.