Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity, an alcove tub, ceramic floors, marble benchtops, a shower curtain and a single vanity.

Navy is a Neutral Ranch Remodel & Addition

KBG Design

Beach style kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, cement tiles, engineered quartz benchtops and a shower curtain.

Family Friendly Remodel

ALL Design

sequined asphault studio
Inspiration for a traditional bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, subway tile and a shower curtain.

A Storage Niche Tucks into an Unused Cavity

Arciform

The blue painted door echoes the vanity, while a creatively utilized cavity offers additional storage.
Design ideas for a small traditional bathroom in Portland with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Weldon

Blissful Design Studio

Inspiration for a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, black floor and a shower curtain.

Bathroom Renovations

DC Home Remodeling

Transitional 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Furlong, PA // Bathroom Renovations

OAK Design Project

This is an example of a mid-sized country bathroom in Philadelphia with furniture-like cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a shower curtain.

Bathroom in the ADU

WSM Craft

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.

Edgewood

Bearded Builders

Design ideas for a large industrial master bathroom in Omaha with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and a shower curtain.

Roncesvalles House

Roundabout Studio Inc.

Kid's Bathroom: Shower Area
Mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Toronto with a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a drop-in tub, flat-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Bothell | Modern Coastal

Heiser Designs

A guest bath transformation in Bothell featuring a unique modern coastal aesthetic complete with a floral patterned tile flooring and a bold Moroccan-inspired green shower surround.

2021 Crystal Lake Renovation

Oliver Construction LLC

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts kids bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Project High Fashion Historical

Chelsea Design Company

This is an example of a small transitional kids bathroom in St Louis with dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, green walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

9328 Madison

Hartley Brothers Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Barrus Project

John Krause Construction

Nautical meets Modern-Industrial Style Bathroom Renovation in Washington, D.C.
Inspiration for a small beach style 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, green tile, subway tile, pebble tile floors, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Victorian Bathroom Remodel in Melrose MA

McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath

Full bathroom remodel with updated layout in historic Victorian home. White cabinetry, quartz countertop, ash gray hardware, Delta faucets and shower fixtures, hexagon porcelain mosaic floor tile, Carrara marble trim on window and shower niches, deep soaking tub, and TOTO Washlet bidet toilet.

Landing Idea Home

Dillard-Jones Builders, LLC

Inspiration for a country kids bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, subway tile, quartzite benchtops, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Needham III

Michelle Markert Interiors

Hall bathroom with quartz counter, recessed medicine cabinet, undermount sink, gray cabinet, wall sconces, gray walls.
Photo of a small traditional kids bathroom in Boston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, blue walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and a niche.

Townhouse Bathrooms

Devine Bath & Kitchen

Two matching bathrooms in modern townhouse. Walk in tile shower with white subway tile, small corner step, and glass enclosure. Flat panel wood vanity with quartz countertops, undermount sink, and modern fixtures. Second bath has matching features with single sink and bath tub shower combination.

Ski in / Ski out Row House

MB architecture + design

This is an example of a country 3/4 bathroom in Burlington with grey cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and flat-panel cabinets.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Subway Tile and a Shower Curtain

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.