Photo of a small country kids bathroom in Brisbane with a claw-foot tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, a hinged shower door, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Balmain Terrace House

Annie Bowen Design

Graced with character and a history, this grand merchant’s terrace was restored and expanded to suit the demands of a family of five.
Design ideas for a large contemporary bathroom in Sydney with light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, subway tile, limestone floors, limestone benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Farmhouse bathroom Photographer: Rob Karosis
Photo of a mid-sized country bathroom in New York with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and brown benchtops.

Modern Bohemian Remodel

KH Home Design and Furnishings

His and her shower niches perfect for personal items. This niche is surround by a matte white 3x6 subway tile and features a black hexagon tile pattern on the inset.

Black and White Double Vanity with Large Wet Room

KraftMaster Renovations

Luxurious black and brass master bathroom with a double vanity for his and hers with an expansive wet room. The mosaic tub feature really brings all the colors in this master bath together. Photos by Chris Veith.

Modern Hall Bathroom Remodel

Classic Home Improvements

These beautiful bathrooms located in Rancho Santa Fe were in need of a major upgrade. Once having dated dark cabinets, the desired bright design was wanted. Beautiful white cabinets with modern pulls and classic faucets complete the double vanity. The shower with long subway tiles and black grout! Colored grout is a trend and it looks fantastic in this bathroom. The walk in shower has beautiful tiles and relaxing shower heads. Both of these bathrooms look fantastic and look modern and complementary to the home.

Semi-Industrial Chic

Ultimate Kitchens & Bathrooms

The ensuite is a luxurious space offering all the desired facilities. The warm theme of all rooms echoes in the materials used. The vanity was created from Recycled Messmate with a horizontal grain, complemented by the polished concrete bench top. The walk in double shower creates a real impact, with its black framed glass which again echoes with the framing in the mirrors and shelving.

Chestnut Kids bath

Dave + Amy Chung, Compass Real Estate

Double sink vanity perfect for a kid's shared bathroom. White subway wainscotting and penny tile with light grey grout frame the room and a fun herringbone pattern in the tub surround add whimsy.

Rogers Park Jack And Jill Bathroom

Wendy Nobriga, ASID

This compact bathroom went from a room without storage and shower to a place with it all.
This is an example of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Oak Point Rennovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

2nd Level Master Suite Conversion

T. Morgan Construction, Inc.

This master bathroom remodel features a spacious, walk-in shower equipped with a handheld shower head and a niche. The custom glass enclosure makes the shower bright and open. The black hex floor and shower pan tile are a fantastic modern touch to this warm and cozy bathroom. The LED lighted mirror adds a luxurious feel to the beautiful wood vanity. This master bath makes perfect use of the limited space.

Uniting a Blended Family Under 1 Roof

Brendan McHugh, Architect, Manasquan, NJ

Beautiful white and blue tiled shower with tile from Wayne Tile in NJ. The accent floor of blue hexagon tile with the white, and wood-like floors have a beachy vibe. The white subway tile has a handcrafted appeal with its wavy finish to add subtle interest. The window doubles as a shower niche while letting in natural light.

Upper West Side

Mike Rataczak Studios

Small transitional bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, a pedestal sink, solid surface benchtops, white benchtops and a single vanity.

Warm & Wonderful Wyoming Bath

Legacy Builders Group

Large transitional master bathroom in Cincinnati with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, black and white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Spacious Marble Master Bathroom

Innovative Design Build

Our clients wished for a larger, more spacious bathroom. We closed up a stairway and designed a new master bathroom with a large walk in shower, a free standing soaking tub and a vanity with plenty of storage. The wood framed mirrors, vertical shiplap and light marble pallet, give this space a warm, modern style.

K+K Residence Master Bath

CCdesign Partnerships

An spacious light-filled master bath with thoughtful storage and a vaulted ceiling.
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Calgary with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, white tile, subway tile and vaulted.

Villa Coublay

Srote & Co Architects | Planners | Interiors

Interior Design by others. French country chateau, Villa Coublay, is set amid a beautiful wooded backdrop. Native stone veneer with red brick accents, stained cypress shutters, and timber-framed columns and brackets add to this estate's charm and authenticity. A twelve-foot tall family room ceiling allows for expansive glass at the southern wall taking advantage of the forest view and providing passive heating in the winter months. A largely open plan design puts a modern spin on the classic French country exterior creating an unexpected juxtaposition, inspiring awe upon entry.

Transitional Farmhouse Master Bath Suite

Walczak Design And Build

This is an example of a large country master bathroom in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

Compact Bathroom - Lincoln Park

Peak Construction & Development, LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Northfield Beautiful Blue ADA Bathroom

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

Blue, White & Gray Master Bath
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Subway Tile

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.