Updating a dated master bathroom to make it function better and feel bigger by adding a curb less walk-in shower with glass surround. Staying true to the house 1960's origin, but with a modern twist and a masculine color palette.

Mid century modern meets Transitional design in La Canada Flintridge

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Creation of a new master bathroom, kids’ bathroom, toilet room and a WIC from a mid. size bathroom was a challenge but the results were amazing. The master bathroom has a huge 5.5'x6' shower with his/hers shower heads. The main wall of the shower is made from 2 book matched porcelain slabs, the rest of the walls are made from Thasos marble tile and the floors are slate stone. The vanity is a double sink custom made with distress wood stain finish and its almost 10' long. The vanity countertop and backsplash are made from the same porcelain slab that was used on the shower wall. The two pocket doors on the opposite wall from the vanity hide the WIC and the water closet where a $6k toilet/bidet unit is warmed up and ready for her owner at any given moment. Notice also the huge 100" mirror with built-in LED light, it is a great tool to make the relatively narrow bathroom to look twice its size.

Tranquil Grove

May Construction, Inc.

Striking a bold stance against the glistening white vanity countertops are the new Alder wood style shaker cabinets that now hold two undermount sinks, allowing our clients to get ready for their day simultaneously. Raven trimmed mirrors floated above each sink, along with strategically placed outlets underneath.

Hillside House

MB architecture + design

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Burlington with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, green floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and vaulted.

Rue Montagne Townhome Renovation

Donna Brann Interiors

Custom emerald green high gloss vanity is stunning with black and white marble shower slabs, brass harward, white marble countertops, black slate floor tiles and custom roman shades with black and white trim.

Kildeer Master Bath

Pear Tree Design Group

By removing a linen closet and step up whirlpool tub we were able to open up this Master to create a spacious and calming master bath.
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, limestone, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and vaulted.

Museum District | Crawford

Showhomes Houston

Overlooking the tree-lined boulevard, this Lovett designed townhome feels light and spacious. A walled courtyard provides privacy for the first floor bedroom/study and welcomes you into the formal entry leading you upstairs. Well equipped to entertain, this open floor plan hosts the formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook and living room. The primary retreat has a generous sitting area and bathroom with double sinks separate shower, and jacuzzi tub to escape. Also on the third floor, a secondary bedroom could also double as a convenient study. With only two other units, this gated community is kept, while being situated in the center of famed cultural institutions, and steps away from Hermann Park.

Master Bath Spa

HomeMasons, Inc

Custom master bath renovation designed for spa-like experience. Contemporary custom floating washed oak vanity with Virginia Soapstone top, tambour wall storage, brushed gold wall-mounted faucets. Concealed light tape illuminating volume ceiling, tiled shower with privacy glass window to exterior; matte pedestal tub. Niches throughout for organized storage.

Green Hills Addition

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Kansa Ave Residence

AAHA Studio

Custom Master Bathroom
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, marble, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Hidden Farmhouse Wishing Well

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Boston with medium wood cabinets, white tile, subway tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, planked wall panelling and a niche.

Brookhaven Brick Kitchen

Showpiece Kitchen & Bath

Charming farmhouse guest bath
Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche and a freestanding vanity.

The Lodge

Sea and Pine Interior Design

This lovely, upgraded bathroom had the tub removed to super-size the shower area and create more space for the Airbnb guests and owners. New vanity, mirrors and lights complement the contemporary design. Slate floors and beautiful large format glass tiles and to the updated vibe in this mountain home

Manhattan Penthouse

designs by human.

Large contemporary master bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray tile, cement tile, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an alcove shower, a niche and a floating vanity.

Robinson Residence- Bathroom Addition

So Cal Builders & Design

Adding new maser bedroom with master bathroom to existing house. New walking shower with frameless glass door and rain shower head.
Large contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with white cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, blue walls, furniture-like cabinets, a niche, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

CHELSEA TOWNHOUSE No 2

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

In contrast, another bathroom is lined with slate strips, and features a freestanding bath, a built-in medicine cabinet with a wenge frame, and four niches which add some depth to the room. Photographer: Bruce Hemming

North Lincoln Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

The homeowners wanted to improve the layout and function of their tired 1980’s bathrooms. The master bath had a huge sunken tub that took up half the floor space and the shower was tiny and in small room with the toilet. We created a new toilet room and moved the shower to allow it to grow in size. This new space is far more in tune with the client’s needs. The kid’s bath was a large space. It only needed to be updated to today’s look and to flow with the rest of the house. The powder room was small, adding the pedestal sink opened it up and the wallpaper and ship lap added the character that it needed

Bathroom with curb-less shower

Benvenuti and Stein

Master bathroom in Wilmette IL has curb-less, open shower, gray slate floor and floating vanity. Built-in Make-up vanity is next to linen closet. Photographer - Norman Sizemore

Maison V Villennes sur seine

Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon

Olivier Chabaud
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Paris with grey walls, a curbless shower, a wall-mount sink, slate floors, grey floor and a niche.

Hillside House

MB architecture + design

Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in Burlington with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, slate floors, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, green floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Slate Floors and a Niche

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.