Ample light with custom skylight. Hand made timber vanity and recessed shaving cabinet with gold tapware and accessories. Bath and shower niche with mosaic tiles vertical stack brick bond gloss

Old Searsport, Belfast, Maine.

Modern & Contemporary Interior Design

Working with the eaves in this room to create an enclosed shower wasn't as problematic as I had envisioned. The steam spa shower needed a fully enclosed space so I had the glass door custom made by a local company. The seat adds additional luxury and the continuation of the yellow color pops is present in accessories and rugs.

The tropical bathroom

Jessica Locas Design

Inspiration for a large tropical kids wet room bathroom in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, green tile, ceramic tile, green walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

The Bedford House

Lori Dennis, Inc.

Large and modern master bathroom primary bathroom. Grey and white marble paired with warm wood flooring and door. Expansive curbless shower and freestanding tub sit on raised platform with LED light strip. Modern glass pendants and small black side table add depth to the white grey and wood bathroom. Large skylights act as modern coffered ceiling flooding the room with natural light.

Beverly Hills Modern

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Shire Green

Susan Yeley Homes

About five years ago, these homeowners saw the potential in a brick-and-oak-heavy, wallpaper-bedecked, 1990s-in-all-the-wrong-ways home tucked in a wooded patch among fields somewhere between Indianapolis and Bloomington. Their first project with SYH was a kitchen remodel, a total overhaul completed by JL Benton Contracting, that added color and function for this family of three (not counting the cats). A couple years later, they were knocking on our door again to strip the ensuite bedroom of its ruffled valences and red carpet—a bold choice that ran right into the bathroom (!)—and make it a serene retreat. Color and function proved the goals yet again, and JL Benton was back to make the design reality. The clients thoughtfully chose to maximize their budget in order to get a whole lot of bells and whistles—details that undeniably change their daily experience of the space. The fantastic zero-entry shower is composed of handmade tile from Heath Ceramics of California. A window where the was none, a handsome teak bench, thoughtful niches, and Kohler fixtures in vibrant brushed nickel finish complete the shower. Custom mirrors and cabinetry by Stoll’s Woodworking, in both the bathroom and closet, elevate the whole design. What you don't see: heated floors, which everybody needs in Indiana. Contractor: JL Benton Contracting Cabinetry: Stoll's Woodworking Photographer: Michiko Owaki

The Olympic Hills Home

Andrea and Co. Design

Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Chicago Lakefront Renovation

JAR Corp

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a curbless shower, beige tile, matchstick tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, white floor, a hinged shower door, dark wood cabinets, white benchtops, a niche and a shower seat.

Wood - Alpine

User

Simple Luxury Photography
Expansive transitional master bathroom in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a hinged shower door, a niche and a shower seat.

Modern Living in Florida

Pineapple House Interior Design

Anna French navy wallcovering in the son’s bath contrasts with white and taupe on the other surfaces.
Photo of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Master Bathroom Remodel

KaramiaDesigns Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Minnetonka Beach Project

EH Design, Associate ASID

This lovely Nantucket-style home was craving an update and one that worked well with today's family and lifestyle. The remodel included a full kitchen remodel, a reworking of the back entrance to include the conversion of a tuck-under garage stall into a rec room and full bath, a lower level mudroom equipped with a dog wash and a dumbwaiter to transport heavy groceries to the kitchen, an upper-level mudroom with enclosed lockers, which is off the powder room and laundry room, and finally, a remodel of one of the upper-level bathrooms. The homeowners wanted to preserve the structure and style of the home which resulted in pulling out the Nantucket inherent bones as well as creating those cozy spaces needed in Minnesota, resulting in the perfect marriage of styles and a remodel that works today's busy family.

Spearwood Bathroom Renovations

On The Ball Bathrooms

Walk In Shower, OTB Bathrooms, On the Ball Bathrooms, Terrazzo Bathroom Floor, Matte White Walls and Terrazzo Floor, LED Mirror, Terrazzo Bathroom Tiles

Upper East Side Condo

Pett & Associates, LLC

Elizabeth Dooley
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, ceramic tile, ceramic floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, solid surface benchtops, a sliding shower screen, a niche and a shower seat.

pyle

Workshop11

Photos By Shawn Lortie Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in DC Metro with a corner shower, beige tile, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an undermount tub, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, a niche and a shower seat.

Modern Luxury with a View

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Bathroom.
Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner shower, gray tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, solid surface benchtops and a shower seat.

The Bedford House

Lori Dennis Interior Design

Luxury Bathroom complete with a double walk in Wet Sauna and Dry Sauna. Floor to ceiling glass walls extend the Home Gym Bathroom to feel the ultimate expansion of space.

Wildwood II

Black Rock Design | Build

natural wood tones and rich earthy colored tiles make this master bathroom a daily pleasire.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, wood-look tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Pietralata

Archifacturing

Design ideas for a small contemporary bathroom in Rome with an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, mosaic tile, grey walls, concrete floors, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a shower seat and a single vanity.

Redwood City Kitchen and Bath Remodel

Sabrina Alfin Interiors

In collaboration with Darcy Tsung Design, we remodeled a long, narrow bathroom to include a lot of space-saving design: wall-mounted toilet, a barrier free shower, and a great deal of natural light via the existing skylight. The owners of the home plan to age in place, so we also added a grab bar in the shower along with a handheld shower for both easy cleaning and for showering while sitting on the floating bench.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Solid Surface Benchtops and a Shower Seat

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.