Great design makes all the difference - bold material choices were just what was needed to give this little bathroom some BIG personality! Our clients wanted a dark, moody vibe, but had always heard that using dark colors in a small space would only make it feel smaller. Not true! Introducing a larger vanity cabinet with more storage and replacing the tub with an expansive walk-in shower immediately made the space feel larger, without any structural alterations. We went with a dark graphite tile that had a mix of texture on the walls and in the shower, but then anchored the space with white shiplap on the upper portion of the walls and a graphic floor tile (with mostly white and light gray tones). This technique of balancing dark tones with lighter tones is key to achieving those moody vibes, without creeping into cavernous territory. Subtle gray/blue/green tones on the vanity blend in well, but still pop in the space, and matte black fixtures add fantastic contrast to really finish off the whole look!

Edenforest Road Whole House Remodel

Classic Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

Mid-sized beach style master bathroom in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Wheelchair Accessible Master Bathroom

DANIELLE Interior Design & Decor

Transforming this small bathroom into a wheelchair accessible retreat was no easy task. Incorporating unattractive grab bars and making them look seamless was the goal. A floating vanity / countertop allows for roll up accessibility and the live edge of the granite countertops make if feel luxurious. Double sinks for his and hers sides plus medicine cabinet storage helped for this minimal feel of neutrals and breathability. The barn door opens for wheelchair movement but can be closed for the perfect amount of privacy.

Portola Warm Contemporary

Isolina Mallon Interiors

Master bathroom with custom-designed walnut bathtub. Custome designed vanities. Large format tile.
Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, a curbless shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity and a niche.

Guest Vanity

Nanco Homes Inc.

Shower
This is an example of a mid-sized country master bathroom in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, subway tile, white walls, laminate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bathroom

Sophie Piesse Architect, PA

Design ideas for a small contemporary kids bathroom in Raleigh with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, glass tile, white walls, concrete floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, black benchtops and a single vanity.

Beverly Woods Master Suite Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

Relocating the water closet allowed for his and hers back to back vanities, which created more space and allow more natural light in from the window. Winner of the 2019 NARI of Greater Charlotte Contractor of the Year Award for Best Interior Under $100k. © Lassiter Photography 2019

Robin Road

Maestri, LLC.

Contemporary master bathroom in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black tile, white walls, an undermount sink, black floor, black benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Hyde Park Bathroom Refresh

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Cincinnati with white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, ceramic tile, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a curbless shower and furniture-like cabinets.

Display Home Furniture Fitout & Styling

Loft Interiors

Tess Kelly Photography
Design ideas for a modern master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, white walls, a vessel sink, grey floor and black benchtops.

Bedford Converted Barn

Sequoia Contracting Company, LTD

Country bathroom in Other with an undermount tub, a corner shower, white tile, white walls, grey floor and black benchtops.

Primary Bathroom

Hillaree Howard Design

Design ideas for a country master bathroom with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, granite benchtops, beige floor, black benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Lofty Designs: Owner's Ensuite

Tamara Day Design

This is an example of a master bathroom in Kansas City with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, marble floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, black benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bathroom Renovation

Chantelle McNeish Design

Main Floor Bathroom Renovation
Photo of a small industrial 3/4 bathroom in Toronto with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Hill Country Modern

April Interiors

Master bath his and her's with connected vanity.
Design ideas for an expansive modern master bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, stone tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, white floor, an open shower and black benchtops.

Complete Home Remodel

American Home Improvement Inc.

Mater bathroom complete high-end renovation by Americcan Home Improvement, Inc.
Photo of a large modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, white tile, wood-look tile, white walls, marble floors, an integrated sink, marble benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, recessed and wood walls.

Park Slope master bath

Elite Tech USA Inc Renovations

Design ideas for a large scandinavian master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, white tile, subway tile, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, black benchtops, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, ceramic floors, solid surface benchtops and grey floor.

Квартира 2 TF

Архитектурное бюро Татьяны Мироновой

Transitional master bathroom in Moscow with blue cabinets, an undermount tub, white walls, a drop-in sink and black benchtops.

Cool Gray

The goal of this project was to upgrade the builder grade finishes and create an ergonomic space that had a contemporary feel. This bathroom transformed from a standard, builder grade bathroom to a contemporary urban oasis. This was one of my favorite projects, I know I say that about most of my projects but this one really took an amazing transformation. By removing the walls surrounding the shower and relocating the toilet it visually opened up the space. Creating a deeper shower allowed for the tub to be incorporated into the wet area. Adding a LED panel in the back of the shower gave the illusion of a depth and created a unique storage ledge. A custom vanity keeps a clean front with different storage options and linear limestone draws the eye towards the stacked stone accent wall. Houzz Write Up: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/inside-houzz-a-chopped-up-bathroom-goes-streamlined-and-swank-stsetivw-vs~27263720 The layout of this bathroom was opened up to get rid of the hallway effect, being only 7 foot wide, this bathroom needed all the width it could muster. Using light flooring in the form of natural lime stone 12x24 tiles with a linear pattern, it really draws the eye down the length of the room which is what we needed. Then, breaking up the space a little with the stone pebble flooring in the shower, this client enjoyed his time living in Japan and wanted to incorporate some of the elements that he appreciated while living there. The dark stacked stone feature wall behind the tub is the perfect backdrop for the LED panel, giving the illusion of a window and also creates a cool storage shelf for the tub. A narrow, but tasteful, oval freestanding tub fit effortlessly in the back of the shower. With a sloped floor, ensuring no standing water either in the shower floor or behind the tub, every thought went into engineering this Atlanta bathroom to last the test of time. With now adequate space in the shower, there was space for adjacent shower heads controlled by Kohler digital valves. A hand wand was added for use and convenience of cleaning as well. On the vanity are semi-vessel sinks which give the appearance of vessel sinks, but with the added benefit of a deeper, rounded basin to avoid splashing. Wall mounted faucets add sophistication as well as less cleaning maintenance over time. The custom vanity is streamlined with drawers, doors and a pull out for a can or hamper. A wonderful project and equally wonderful client. I really enjoyed working with this client and the creative direction of this project. Brushed nickel shower head with digital shower valve, freestanding bathtub, curbless shower with hidden shower drain, flat pebble shower floor, shelf over tub with LED lighting, gray vanity with drawer fronts, white square ceramic sinks, wall mount faucets and lighting under vanity. Hidden Drain shower system. Atlanta Bathroom.

Pomona Lake Kitchen + Living

TVL Creative Ltd.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury 3/4 bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Bathroom Design Ideas with White Walls and Black Benchtops

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.