This is an example of a transitional bathroom in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bathroom Remodel

Opal Building Co.

This is an example of an arts and crafts bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a corner tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, green walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and wood.

Stanwood Custom Home

John Piazza Jr Construction & Remodeling

Inspiration for a traditional master bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and black benchtops.

Mid-century modern bathroom

Hahka Kitchens

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.

Unique Baths

Barbara Brown Photography

Barbara Brown Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

West Linn Master Bath- Orren

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

Double vanities. Corner pullout blind corner cabinet Benson Images & Designer's Edge
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Portland with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, slate, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Barrington Bath (Quick Glow Up)

Alex Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Fenix Bathroom

User

Open Bathroom Concept in Fenix Laminate with Black and White Color Schene, Top mount Vessel Sink
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian master bathroom in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, slate floors, a vessel sink, laminate benchtops, grey floor, black benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Stanwood Custom Home

John Piazza Jr Construction & Remodeling

Lake Norman Custom Home

Henderson Building Group

Large arts and crafts master bathroom in Charlotte with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a claw-foot tub, an open shower, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Nga Roto Estate, Taupo

David Reid Homes

This two storey architecturally designed home was designed with ultimate family living in mind. It features two separate living areas, three designer bathrooms and four generously sized bedrooms, each with views of Lake Taupo and/or Mt Tauhara. The stylish Kitchen, Scullery, Bar and Media room are an entertainer’s dream. The kitchen takes advantage of the sunny outlook with sliding doors opening onto a wraparound deck, complete with louvre system providing shade and shelter.

The Aramore - Buckhead

Designer Deanna

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, limestone, grey walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Denver Custom Designs

Production & Design, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Denver with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, marble, grey walls, slate floors, a vessel sink, soapstone benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and black benchtops.

Bathroom Remodel

Opal Building Co.

Inspiration for an arts and crafts master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a corner tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and wood.

WEST HAMPSTEAD FAMILY HOUSE

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

The master bathroom is located at the front of the house and is accessed from the dressing area via a sliding mirrored door with walnut reveals. The wall-mounted vanity unit is formed of a black granite counter and walnut cabinetry, with a matching medicine cabinet above. Photography: Bruce Hemming

Encino bath room

US Home Developers Inc.

This indoor/outdoor master bath was a pleasure to be a part of. This one of a kind bathroom brings in natural light from two areas of the room and balances this with modern touches. We used dark cabinetry and countertops to create symmetry with the white bathtub, furniture and accessories.

Encino bath room

US Home Developers Inc.

Arlington, VA Modern ADU

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Harrison Design
Inspiration for a small modern master bathroom in DC Metro with brown cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

WEST HAMPSTEAD FAMILY HOUSE

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Guest bathroom with red vanity and shiplap walls. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a large country bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor and black benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Slate Floors and Black 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.