Tim Bies
This is an example of a small contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, white tile, white walls, bamboo floors, a curbless shower, subway tile and an open shower.

Powell Basement Remodel

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

Rustic Basement Bathroom- with cork flooring, fireplace, open shelving, bathroom, wood paneling in Columbus
Photo of a large country 3/4 bathroom in Columbus with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, gray tile, subway tile, white walls, bamboo floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, beige floor, a sliding shower screen and grey benchtops.

Lake Coeur d'Alene Custom Home

Parsons Construction Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, bamboo floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Frameless Series - Metro

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Designed and installed by Aspen Hills Cabinetry.
Inspiration for a modern bathroom in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, subway tile, beige walls, bamboo floors and a hinged shower door.

1214 Church St

ATLCAD Architectural Services

Interior View. Home designed by Hollman Cortes ATLCAD Architectural Services.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, bamboo floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Création et rénovation de salle de bain

MBI Construction

Inspiration for a small tropical bathroom in Other with open cabinets, an open shower, subway tile, grey walls, bamboo floors, a wall-mount sink, brown floor, a hinged shower door and a single vanity.

Private Betonhausvilla

FALKO WÜBBECKE | FOTODESIGN

© Falko Wübbecke | falko-wuebbecke.de
Design ideas for a large contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Dortmund with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, brown tile, subway tile, grey walls, bamboo floors, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Urban Loft Styled DC Row Home - Staged for Sale

Signature Design Interiors

With a listing price of just under $4 million, this gorgeous row home located near the Convention Center in Washington DC required a very specific look to attract the proper buyer. The home has been completely remodeled in a modern style with bamboo flooring and bamboo kitchen cabinetry so the furnishings and decor needed to be complimentary. Typically, transitional furnishings are used in staging across the board, however, for this property we wanted an urban loft, industrial look with heavy elements of reclaimed wood to create a city, hotel luxe style. As with all DC properties, this one is long and narrow but is completely open concept on each level, so continuity in color and design selections was critical. The row home had several open areas that needed a defined purpose such as a reception area, which includes a full bar service area, pub tables, stools and several comfortable seating areas for additional entertaining. It also boasts an in law suite with kitchen and living quarters as well as 3 outdoor spaces, which are highly sought after in the District.

Maison de pêcheur

Möbel Interior Design

Salle de bains avec baignoire d'angle.
Photo of a mid-sized 3/4 bathroom in Le Havre with a corner tub, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, subway tile, brown walls, bamboo floors, a console sink, brown floor and a double vanity.

Maison de pêcheur

Möbel Interior Design

Salle d'eau avec double vasques posées en pierre, plan vasque en bois. Miroirs chinés.
Inspiration for a mid-sized 3/4 bathroom in Le Havre with a corner tub, white tile, subway tile, brown walls, bamboo floors, wood benchtops, brown floor and a double vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Subway Tile and Bamboo Floors

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.