Design ideas for a transitional master bathroom in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops and a double vanity.

Woodbury Modern Farmhouse

St. Croix Custom Homes and Renovation

Design ideas for a beach style master bathroom in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Herringbone White Subway Tile Backsplash

dRemodeling

Complimenting the veining of the Calacatta Marble countertop, the bathrooms backsplash is ornamented by these accentual herringbone subway tiles. With black grout, the tiling's form projects off of the backsplash, giving the space the sensation of greater depth and dynamic of form.

Grant St.

Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional master bathroom in Portland with grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Montebello Fine Properties MLS Photography

TMP Imaging/Tony Marinella Photography

Photography by Tony Marinella
Contemporary master bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, black floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Fort Langley

Designs by KS

Photo of a transitional bathroom in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, black floor, an open shower and grey benchtops.

Bloomfield Hills, MI Industrial Basement Bathroom Remodel

MainStreet Design Build

This industrial style bathroom was part of an entire basement renovation. This bathroom not only accommodates family and friends for game days but also has an oversized shower for overnight guests. White subway tile, restoration fixtures, and a chunky steel and marble vanity complement the urban styling in the adjacent rooms.

Master Bath Vanity

COASTAL CABINETS

Photo of a transitional bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, white floor and white benchtops.

Master Bath remodel, Washington DC

Finesse Design Remodeling

Beautiful master bath remodel in Washington DC. Photo Credits to Greg Hadley Photography
This is an example of a large traditional master bathroom in DC Metro with white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, purple walls, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, marble floors and flat-panel cabinets.

Iron Mountain

Nifelle Design - Fine Interiors

David Papazian
Photo of a small transitional kids bathroom in Portland with grey cabinets, white tile, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, recessed-panel cabinets, subway tile, grey walls and white benchtops.

A New Start | The Highlands

Toulmin Kitchen & Bath

The stunning, inset, Shiloh cabinetry in this master bath provides plentiful storage under the his and her sinks. The contrasting gray paint with the all white bathroom is just what this master needed. Cabinetry is clean and symmetrical making this space a relaxing oasis. This Home was designed by Toulmin Cabinetry & Design of Tuscaloosa, AL. The photography is by 205 Photography.

Modern Meets Vintage Master Bathroom Remodel

Cypress Design Co.

Mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Project 3361-1 Traditional Bathroom Remodel Tangletown Minneapolis

Castle Building & Remodeling

This family and had been living in their 1917 Tangletown neighborhood, Minneapolis home for over two years and it wasn’t meeting their needs. The lack of AC in the bathroom was an issue, the bathtub leaked frequently, and their lack of a shower made it difficult for them to use the space well. After researching Design/Build firms, they came to Castle on the recommendations from others. Wanting a clean “canvas” to work with, Castle removed all the flooring, plaster walls, tiles, plumbing and electrical fixtures. We replaced the existing window with a beautiful Marvin Integrity window with privacy glass to match the rest of the home. A bath fan was added as well as a much smaller radiator. Castle installed a new cast iron bathtub, tub filler, hand shower, new custom vanity from the Woodshop of Avon with Cambria Weybourne countertop and a recessed medicine cabinet. Wall sconces from Creative lighting add personality to the space. The entire space feels charming with all new traditional black and white hexagon floor tile, tiled shower niche, white subway tile bath tub surround, tile wainscoting and custom shelves above the toilet. Just outside the bathroom, Castle also installed an attic access ladder in their hallway, that is not only functional, but aesthetically pleasing. Come see this project on the 2018 Castle Educational Home Tour, September 29 – 30, 2018.

Brookline First Floor Remodel

New England Design & Construction

This Brookline remodel took a very compartmentalized floor plan with hallway, separate living room, dining room, kitchen, and 3-season porch, and transformed it into one open living space with cathedral ceilings and lots of light. photos: Abby Woodman

Dura Supreme Floating Shelves & Linen Tower for Bathroom Storage

dRemodeling

There's no shortage of linen and toiletry storage in this kids' bath. The pristine floating shelves and linen tower in white from Dura Supreme Cabinetry not only look stunning in the space, but brilliantly utilize the bathroom's compact layout for maximum efficiency.

Industrial with a twist Master Bathroom

Insignia Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized industrial master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, yellow tile, subway tile, grey walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Mountain Del Mar New Home Design

Kelsey Leigh Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Vacant Stage Historic District Boston Edison

Staged Detroit

Stylish Detroit
Inspiration for a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Detroit with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, an undermount sink and grey benchtops.

Rustic Modern Master Bathroom

Daniele Maxwell Designs

Peter Medilek Photography
Mid-sized country master bathroom in San Francisco with white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and black floor.

Westwood Tudor House

Julia Chasman Design

Photo by Bret Gum Vintage oak table converted to double vanity Light by Kate Spade for Circa Lighting Marble Hex floor
This is an example of a large country master bathroom in Los Angeles with a double shower, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, white floor, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Subway Tile and an Undermount Sink

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.